Episode 185--Esther, Part 1

In a new series, pastors Erica, Sarah, and Steve do something they've never tried before in this podcast--to work through an entire book of the Bible, looking at what's going on in the story and how it connects to our lives, too.  We'll be exploring the biblical book of Esther, which is not only an epic thriller with life-and-death stakes for a whole nation of people ruled by a foreign empire, but also a story of courage, character, and the community that guides the hero of this story (Esther herself) to speak up, to resist the powers of the day, and to save her people.  And we invite you to join us for this adventure.  Starting with some background information and the first chapter, this episode is a great place to get in on the ground floor of a great story and to grow in our own ability to recognize God's presence even in hidden ways.