The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 275: Esther Becomes Queen (2025)
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Oct 2, 2025 Fr. Mike delves into the challenges faced by Nehemiah as he completes the wall amidst opposition. The significance of leadership and organization in Jerusalem is highlighted through detailed genealogies. The story of Esther begins with royal banquets and a bold queen-to-be, emphasizing how she rises to power through brokenness. Additionally, reflections on Proverbs reveal the importance of justice and righteousness, warning against moral relativism. The podcast captures the timeless struggle for goodness in a flawed world.
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God's Work Silences Enemies
- The finished wall humiliated the enemies because the people saw the work as done "with the help of our God."
- Visible faith-driven accomplishment exposes the power of God to surrounding nations.
A Turning Point: The Law Returns
- The text notes "Ezra opens the book of the law," signaling a major next step in restoration.
- Fr. Mike highlights this as an important upcoming moment for Israel's spiritual renewal.
Vashti's Refusal At The Feast
- Fr. Mike recounts Ahasuerus's 180-day banquet and the seven-day public feast that followed.
- Queen Vashti refused the king's display request, provoking royal outrage and political consequences.