◄ Esther 6:3 ►
The king inquired, "What honor or dignity has been bestowed on Mordecai for this act?" "Nothing has been done for him," replied the king's attendants. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Esther 6:3? 2. How does Esther 6:3 highlight God's providence in rewarding righteousness? 3. What can we learn about God's timing from Esther 6:3? 4. How does Esther 6:3 connect with Galatians 6:9 on doing good? 5. In what ways can we recognize and honor others' good deeds today? 6. How can we trust God's justice when our efforts seem unnoticed? 7. Why was Mordecai's loyalty initially overlooked in Esther 6:3? 8. How does Esther 6:3 demonstrate God's providence in unseen ways? 9. What does Esther 6:3 reveal about the importance of timing in God's plan? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Esther 6? 11. Esther 6:3–4—Could it be just a coincidence that the king had insomnia precisely when Mordecai’s loyalty was mentioned, or does this suggest a legendary or embellished tale? 12. Who was Mordecai in the Bible? 13. Esther 6:2—Why is there no extra-biblical record of Mordecai’s act to foil an assassination plot, if such an event would likely have been recorded by Persian scribes? 14. What evidence exists that supports Mordecai's elevation to high authority in Esther 8:2, considering Persian records rarely reference Jewish officials? Discussion Questions 1. How does Mordecai's account encourage you to remain faithful in your current circumstances, even if recognition seems delayed? 2. In what ways can you see God's providence at work in your life, similar to how He orchestrated events for Mordecai? 3. How can you practice gratitude and recognition in your community or workplace, following the example of King Ahasuerus' inquiry? 4. Reflect on a time when God's timing in your life was different from your own plans. How did it ultimately work for your good? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty over rulers and authorities impact your view of current events and leadership? Esther 6 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Esther Chapter 6 illustrate the concept of divine providence? 2. What does the chapter teach about humility and pride? 3. What role does irony play in the narrative of Esther Chapter 6? 4. How does the chapter exemplify the concept of "reaping what you sow"? 5. In what ways is the timing of events significant in this chapter? 6. How do the reactions of Haman and Mordecai to the events of this chapter speak to their character? 7. What does this chapter suggest about the power and importance of historical records? 8. How can we see God's hand in the sleepless night of King Xerxes? 9. How might the story of Mordecai’s honor affect the way you interpret your current circumstances? 10. How does Haman's assumption about who the king wants to honor reflect his pride? Have you ever made assumptions that led to misunderstandings? 11. How does Haman's plan to honor Mordecai provide an example of the adage "pride comes before a fall"? 12. How do the events of this chapter alter the power dynamics between Haman, Mordecai, and King Xerxes? 13. What might you learn from Mordecai’s steadfastness, and how could you apply this to your life? 14. Can you think of a time when you had to honor someone you disliked? How did it feel, and how did you handle it? 15. How do you respond when good things happen to people you think do not deserve them? 16. What lesson on godly character can you learn from the contrasts between Mordecai and Haman? 17. How can you apply the concept of divine providence in your personal decision-making? 18. How does this chapter show the importance of recognizing and appreciating good deeds? 19. Have you ever been humbled in a way that was difficult but ultimately good for you? 20. How does Esther Chapter 6 guide you to handle situations when you feel overlooked or unrewarded for your good deeds? Links Esther 6:3 NIV Esther 6:3 NLT Esther 6:3 ESV Esther 6:3 NASB Esther 6:3 KJV Esther 6:3 Commentaries Bible Hub