Help Me Teach The Bible Christopher Ash on Teaching Esther
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Nov 7, 2019 Christopher Ash, an expert in teaching Esther, discusses exploring Christ figures in the book of Esther, the symbolism of the lavish banquet scene, the defiance of Queen Vashti, the unfolding hatred and peril between Haman and Mordecai, Esther's bold revelation of Haman's true nature, and the themes of violence, rescue, and God's hidden providence in the narrative.
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Avoid Moralizing
- Beware of moralizing when teaching Esther.
- Focus on the bigger story instead of individual actions.
Find Christ
- Seek Christ even in books where God isn't explicitly mentioned.
- Look for figures who foreshadow Christ's role as mediator.
Covenant People
- When teaching Esther, consider the Jews as representing God's covenant people.
- This helps connect the Old Testament story to the New Testament church.