We see the way that Mordecai approaches the world with humility and trust. Haman comes with pride. He assumes that he is the honored one. He assumes he is the greatest, the righteous, the one who will be lavished with praise. He is so prideful, that he doesn’t see that in his pride are the seeds of his own destruction. But Mordecai shows humility. And more than humility, he shows trust. He knows that God will deliver his people in His way and in His own choosing. He trusts in God in all that is happening.

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Good morning! Hope you’re doing well today. It’s another chilly day here in Mississippi, and I’m doing my best to stay warm. I’ve got layers on, and my little heater is working overtime in my office. Honestly, I’m not built for this cold weather! Wherever you are, I hope you’re cozy and safe.

Let’s pick up with Esther today—chapter 6. We’re at a turning point in the story. Yesterday, we left Haman riding high, feeling like he had it all figured out. Two banquets with the queen? He’s thinking life couldn’t get any better. But today, we see how quickly things can change, especially when pride gets in the way.

What a dramatic twist! Haman is so full of himself that when the king asks how to honor someone, Haman assumes, “Oh, he must be talking about me.” So he describes this grand, public display of honor—robes, a royal horse, parading through the city. And then the king drops the bombshell: “Great idea! Do all that for Mordecai.”

Can you imagine the look on Haman’s face? The man he despises, the one he just built a pole to impale, is the one he now has to honor publicly. Talk about a humbling moment.

This chapter is such a reminder of the dangers of pride. Haman’s arrogance blinds him to reality. He’s so focused on his own glory that he can’t see how his actions are leading to his downfall. Proverbs says, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall,” and Haman is living proof.

At the same time, this chapter shows us the power of humility and trust. Mordecai didn’t seek out recognition or try to exalt himself. He simply did the right thing—protecting the king—and trusted God to handle the rest. Now we see how God is beginning to work things out for Mordecai and the Jewish people.

This story also highlights something I love about God’s justice: He has a way of flipping the script. The proud are brought low, and the humble are lifted up. Think about Mary’s song in Luke—the Magnificat—where she says, “He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.” Or Jesus’ words, “The last shall be first, and the first shall be last.”

So what can we take away from this? First, approach life with humility. Don’t be like Haman, seeking recognition and glory for yourself. Trust God to exalt you in His time and in His way. Second, trust in God’s justice. Even when things seem unfair or hopeless, God is at work behind the scenes, orchestrating His plan for good.

We’re seeing that unfold in Esther, and I can’t wait to see how it all comes together. Tomorrow, we’ll pick up with chapter 7, and things are only going to get more dramatic from here.

Thanks for spending this time with me today. Stay warm, stay humble, and trust God in all things. See you tomorrow!