The Paul Tripp Podcast 985. Without Esther, Would We Have No Jesus? | Ask Paul Tripp
Dec 5, 2025
Explore the intriguing connection between Esther and the story of Jesus. Paul Tripp dives into the implications of how human choices play a vital role in God's redemptive plan. He addresses a listener's concern about a provocative statement regarding Esther, clarifying her essential role in salvation history. Through scripture, he illustrates the balance of divine sovereignty and human agency. This thought-provoking discussion encourages deeper contemplation on faith and its interconnectedness.
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Sovereignty And Human Responsibility Together
- Paul Tripp emphasizes that God accomplishes his redemptive plan through human choices as chosen instruments.
- God's sovereign will and human responsibility operate together, not as alternatives.
Read Provocative Lines In Context
- When Paul writes provocatively, he intends to prompt reflection and pause in the reader.
- Do not stop at provocative lines; read the surrounding context to grasp the fuller point.
God Ordains Means As Well As Ends
- Acts 13:48 illustrates how God ordains both the result and the means used to achieve it.
- Paul Tripp highlights that God chooses not only outcomes but also the people and processes that enact them.
