Esther: Maturity Beyond Her Years

1. Esther was a young lady who sought out wise counsel. (Verse 15)
2. Esther was a beautiful young lady with a humble spirit. (Verse 15)
3. Esther was obedient to her father even when she was Queen. (Verse 20)
4. Esther gave credit where credit was due. (Verse 21-23)

1 Samuel 16:7; John 7:24; Job 42:2

• Esther sought advice and humbly followed that advice. If you will seek counsel from others, you will generally pray more and receive more heavenly counsel. (Proverbs 11:14, 15:22.

• Rehoboam is a good example of taking advice or ignoring it in this case. After Solomon died, the kingdom was turned over to his son to take the reigns. Rehoboam was a young man who split the kingdom in two with one rash decison. Jeroboam was made to leave Israel by Solomon to live in Egypt. (1 Kings 12:1-19)

Vs 20 Honor and respect for Parents
• Queen Esther still treats her step-father with respect. (Ephesians 6:1-3; Proverbs 3:1-5, 9:10-11)

Preach concerning a child's rights—you get revolution and rebellion
Preach responsibility—you get revival and renewal of heart

Vs 21-23 Esther gave credit where credit was due.