Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Esther 2:9

In a time where a king wanted a wife, a Jewish woman named Esther appeared. Looking at the life of Esther helps to give us direction into how we’re supposed to act when God places us in His providentially designed plans. In this 3-day reading plan, Tony Evans teaches the history of Esther, providing an in-depth look at the inner workings of Persian royalty.

One of the most compelling aspects of Jesus' approach to helping others is his indiscriminate compassion. In contemporary society, the call to help others as Jesus did remains as relevant as ever. In just three days, for 10 minutes per day, alone with God and His Word, you will learn we are called to extend a helping hand to all who are in need.

How can the heroes of the Bible inspire us to greatness? Join us in this four-day reading plan as Kristi Krauss motivates us with Esther's risk-taking, Job's hidden treasure, Isaiah's hope for good, and Jeremiah's endurance of opposition. Don't be surprised if these testimonies transform your life.

ALL things are working for your good! As a believer, we are constantly faced with trials in our lives. Sometimes we may think that God is being unfair to us or may have even forgotten about us, but as we review the life of Queen Esther, I trust you will have a God perspective when the storms are raging, and fires keep igniting because ALL things are working for your good.

Do you long to “make disciples who make disciples,” to follow Jesus’ mandate in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20)? If so, you may have found that it can be difficult to find role models for this process. Whose example can you follow? What does disciplemaking look like in everyday life? Let’s look into the Old Testament to see how five men and women invested in others, Life-to-Life®.

Are you weary? Worn out by the bills that keep stacking or a heart that keeps aching? If so, the book of Esther brings welcome news: Relief will come! Though God never promised us a life without trials, he does promise to be with us as we walk through them. In this 5-day plan, you'll learn to trust that God can redeem your struggles for a mighty purpose.

Esther is all about Jesus! This 5-day plan will walk you through the book of Esther by reading just a chapter or two a day. Each day is accompanied by a short devotional and video that explains what’s happening and shows you how each part of the story points to Jesus and His Gospel.

If you've ever felt inadequate or pushed into overwhelming circumstances, the Book of Esther is for you. Esther was given one of the world's hardest assignments: to protect God's special people from an evil plan. But it wasn't because she was extra brave or super-extraordinary. Other than her beauty, she was a normal girl. But her life reminds us that every True Girl has a purpose and sometimes, it takes great patience to live it out.

What if your position or role is more purposeful than you realize? In this 5-day journey through the first chapters of Esther, you’ll explore how courage, timing, and quiet obedience can shift the course of history. It’s a focused space for you, God, and His Word—one chapter at a time—inviting you to step into purpose, right where you are.

Life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, but the Bible teaches that God is before us—nothing surprises Him. Dwelling in His purpose gives us strength, courage, and stability amid life’s storms. How do we do that, though, when choices land us in vortex situations? In this 5-day plan for women, rooted in Esther’s story, we’ll explore how to rely on the Solid Rock, so when whirlwinds come, we are ready.

This 5 day devotional by Sue Sundstrom will help you gain clarity as you navigate God's purpose for your life, understanding where He is wanting to take you in your current season. It will encourage you to seek out clues to what God is revealing, feel strengthened to persevere in your pursuit of His call and encouraged and motivated to take action and make progress even in the midst of difficulties and disappointments!

In this 5-day devotional, you will recognize that your presence counts! You will learn what it means to be led by God, to carry the influence He has entrusted to you, and to allow the culture of His Kingdom to become visible through the way you think, act, lead, and build relationships.

In this six-day reading plan by Kelly Minter, you’ll dive into the daring faith modeled by Esther and her cousin Mordecai—a faith rooted in God's goodness, lived out through extraordinary circumstances, and used to change the world. Although our time looks different from Esther’s, our God is just as active and faithful today, and He has called you for such a time as this.

The book of Esther is a story of divine placement and courage. Esther, a Jewish orphan living in exile, became queen not by chance but by God’s sovereign positioning. Even as the enemy plotted destruction against God’s people, God was already weaving redemption behind the scenes. Through fasting, bold obedience, and trust in God’s perfect timing, Esther stepped into her purpose and saved her people. God calls us to do the same: to recognize where he has us, trust that He is working even when unseen, and live boldly for His glory.

Do you have a burning desire to do something significant with your life but don’t know where to begin? Do you see the overwhelming injustice and darkness in the earth and long to bring hope where hope has been lost? Bobbie Houston has especially prepared this unique 7-day Sisterhood Devotional journey to reveal God’s heart-to-heart whisper for your life. Find your place of influence; be empowered as a catalyst for change; face the future with a smile and ‘shout’ of expectation as you help to make the world a better place.

We’re all part of God’s global community, whether it’s in your neighborhood or across the world. Be inspired as you discover the stories and impact of people in the Bible who embraced their cross-cultural community, even when they were in danger or enslaved! 

Esther did not have a typical queen's backstory. She was an orphan, living in a strange land with her kind cousin Mordecai. The world overlooked her potential. But God did not. Esther became queen and overcame unbelievable circumstances all because of a single truth; a truth that applies to us as well: God has chosen us for this very moment. Begin discovering today how to live out your unique calling.

Parenting is hard—for everyone. But parenting a child with special needs requires something extra, something deep in the core of a human heart that might not have been unearthed otherwise. God has gifted you with exceptional qualities to take care of your exceptional children, and this seven-day Bible reading plan celebrates those qualities. If you're weary and need encouragement, hope, healing, and empowerment, this study is for you.

Can beauty really come from the ashes in our life? It's easy to miss God's presence when we are walking though the unknown. This plan will challenge us to look beyond our struggles, move forward in faith and equip us to speak hope + victory over one another. Discover invaluable lessons as you endure the refining process. It's here, in our darkest places God meets us like never before.

Amid fearful times under a tyrannical monarchy, Esther and Mordecai could not see how every detail of God’s redemptive plan would unfold for the Jewish people. Yet, they trusted in the One whose providential purposes could not be stopped, even by the most powerful rulers of their day. This 7-day study on the book of Esther explores how our heavenly King works all things for the good of His people.

The Bible has a princess movie script, but it's not your classic Cinderella story. Esther tells of an orphan, trafficked into sex work, who goes from rags to riches. This Insta-perfect princess puts herself in jeopardy after discovering a conspiracy against her people. In a story that, at first glance, seems to have airbrushed God out of its pages, we find more than just His fingerprints guiding her path!

Faith demands action! Biblical heroes demonstrated this faith by bravely embarking on the paths God set before them. Over the next 7 days, we'll delve into Esther's life, observing her dynamic faith. By launching out in faith, we submit to God's grand design for us. It's in taking those bold steps that we truly apply our faith in action and open ourselves to the blessings that await us.

This seven-day devotional is your guide to intentional, prayerful parenting. Each day offers a heartfelt prayer and reflection to support your child’s growth and help them discover their unique purpose in God’s plan. With daily wisdom and practical insights, this resource empowers you to nurture your child’s journey in faith, confidence, and grace. Embrace the power of prayerful parenting and see the impact it brings to your family’s life.

This week, we will walk through some key passages from the book of Esther. Let her example challenge you as a man to live your life with the boldness and courage she shows us! It was written by J.R. Hudberg.

The Book of Esther reveals a powerful truth for every single believer: God is always working behind the scenes, even when He seems silent. This 7-day plan is designed for Christian singles navigating seasons of waiting, obscurity, preparation, and unanswered questions. Through Esther’s journey, you’ll discover how God uses hidden seasons to shape identity, build courage, and prepare you for divine positioning. This plan will help you discern timing, surrender control, overcome fear, and trust God’s process. This devotional invites you to see your single season as purposeful preparation for “such a time as this.”