Working from Esther chapter 3 this message demonstrates how the purposes of the spirit of the world, called “the flesh” in some parts of the scripture, is always contrary to the Spirit of God and His purpose in the world. We will notice how spiritual concerns are often worked out in the physical environment as part of a spiritual battle. We will also see how tolerance is not the answer that it is sometimes presented as, and finally, we will see how this points to Jesus and our hope in Him.

Living as God's people seeking the welfare of the city: Insights from Esther - 2