When The World Turned Upside Down

Jun 25, 2023    Pastor Matt Keller

Summary:

This worship service video includes singing and a sermon based on the Book of Esther. The sermon focuses on the theme of reversal and highlights the power and faithfulness of God. It emphasizes the importance of remembering what God has done and the significance of observing special days and feasts. The video discusses the story of the Jews in the book of Esther and their successful defense against their enemies. It also discusses the importance of following God's wisdom and authority as outlined in the Bible and the consequences of going against His will. The video concludes by highlighting the importance of remembering God's victories and the significance of occasions like Purim and the Lord's Supper in reminding believers of what Jesus did for them on the cross.


Highlights:

- The sermon is based on the Book of Esther, focusing on the theme of reversal and the power of God.

- The video emphasizes the importance of remembering what God has done and observing special days and feasts.

- The story of the Jews in the book of Esther is discussed, highlighting their successful defense against their enemies.

- The importance of following God's wisdom and authority is emphasized, along with the consequences of going against His will.

- The significance of occasions like Purim and the Lord's Supper in reminding believers of God's victories and Jesus' sacrifice is highlighted.

- The video concludes with an invitation to accept Jesus as Savior and find salvation and hope in Him.


Detailed Summary:

The video is a worship service that includes singing and a sermon. The sermon is based on the Book of Esther, specifically chapter 9, which describes a reversal of fortune for the Jews. The Jews gain mastery over their enemies and are able to defend themselves, resulting in the death of many who sought to harm them. The sermon emphasizes the theme of reversal and highlights the power and faithfulness of God. The video concludes with a prayer and the congregation singing praises.


The video discusses the message of the last two chapters of the Book of Esther. The main message is that remembering what God has done is both good and right. Although God is not mentioned by name in the book, his work can be seen throughout the narrative. The video emphasizes that God works through ordinary events and circumstances to accomplish his purpose. The Book of Esther serves as a reminder for people to remember what God has done in their lives and to not forget him. The video also highlights the importance of observing special days and feasts as a way to remember God's faithfulness. The ninth chapter of Esther focuses on the Jews being protected and gaining mastery over their enemies. The video concludes by stating that just like the Jews in the Persian Empire, people today need to remember what God has done for them.


The video discusses the story of the Jews in the book of Esther and their successful defense against their enemies. Despite being outnumbered, the Jews were not overwhelmed or destroyed by their adversaries due to the fear that had fallen on the people. The government officials also supported the Jews in their efforts. However, some people fought against the Jews and were killed. The video explains that the Jews were allowed to act in self-defense and that their actions were an act of divine justice and defense. They were not allowed to take plunder from those they killed, but they chose not to take anything, showing restraint. The video also mentions the story of King Saul in the Old Testament as an example of someone who failed to practice this kind of restraint.


The video emphasizes the importance of following God's wisdom and authority as outlined in the Bible. They highlight the story of the Jews in the Old Testament who had legal permission to take everything from their enemies but chose to show restraint. The speaker emphasizes that when we think we know better than God and substitute our own wisdom, we make wrong decisions. They urge viewers to consider the Bible as the inspired and authoritative word of God


, guiding every aspect of life. The speaker also emphasizes the need for restraint and considering the helpfulness and glorification of God in our actions. They discuss the defeat of Haman's family in the Book of Esther as an example of God's fulfillment of promises and the consequences of going against His will. The video concludes by highlighting the importance of following God's wisdom and authority rather than our own desires.


The speaker in the video discusses the events that unfold in the book of Esther. They highlight the downfall of Haman, who loses his riches, position, and even his sons. Haman's sons are impaled on a pike for everyone to see, fulfilling God's promise to destroy the Amalekites. The king is somewhat impressed by the Jews' actions and grants them permission to defend themselves for a second day, resulting in the death of 300 additional men. The Jews finally experience relief from their enemies and celebrate their victory with a feast called Purim, which is still celebrated by Jews today. The speaker emphasizes the importance of remembering God's victories and the significance of occasions like Purim and the Lord's Supper in reminding believers of what Jesus did for them on the cross.


The video emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. It encourages viewers to reflect on the significance of Christ's death in moments of temptation and difficulty. The video highlights two occasions for remembrance: the observance of the Lord's Supper and the gathering of the church on Sundays. It emphasizes that these gatherings are not empty traditions, but opportunities to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and the abundant life that believers have through Him. The speaker warns against separating the celebration from the story and losing sight of the true meaning behind these gatherings. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to accept Jesus as their Savior and find salvation and hope in Him.