16/08/2026
Reverend Lizzy beautifully re-told the story of Esther this morning.
An account of a vulnerable, scared young woman, who found the courage, through her faith in God, to step forward and speak up for her people, (the jews), knowing that it could cost her life.
What did she do first?
She prayed.
Not on her own.
She gave a rallying call, mobilising her people in prayer.
For 3 days and 3 nights, she and her people, became an army that marched on it's knees.
Then, Esther stepped forward.
Alone. Still scared. But trusting in God.
It'd take about half an hour to read Esther's story, so why not set aside a bit of time this week to read and reflect on the actions of this ordinary woman who God raised up to do something quite extraordinary.
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Esther's story reminds us how prayer reaches the places we can't get to.
Our prayers can cross borders.
Our prayers can flow into states where our brothers and sisters are persecuted.
Our prayers can wash over places where power is used by a selfish few to exploit the vulnerable.
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Where are you praying for God's healing in the world this week?
Where can you be God's light in the world (or Wakey), this week?
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May God bless you and keep you this coming week, along with our brothers and sisters living under oppressive regimes, for who the simple act of "liking" a faith-based Facebook post, could cost them everything.
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