Such a time as this

“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?”Esther‬ ‭4‬:‭14‬ ‭NIV‬‬

This verse is part of uncle Mordacai’s message to his neice Queen Esther. The enemy of the Jewish people, a man called Haman, had obtained permission from the King, Xerxes, Esther’s husband, to destroy the Jews. When Mordacai discovered the plot he went to Esther and asked her to petition the king on their behalf. Esther was aware of the ruling that if the king did not call for you and you appeared unannounced you could die. Her battle was with self-preservation.

We are given positions to carry out the will of God. If we fail to fulfill that will then God might look for another. We have no option to feel sorry for ourselves or to neglect the duty given. God will find a way. We cannot assume we are safe from death or replacement through some other means. God will have His way.

What role have you been given? Are you being faithful in fulfilling that role? Why not be brave enough to embrace all God has for you? Esther did and the result was recorded for millions to read. She is now famous in her obedience.