The Mantle of Esther
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Chosen (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2008
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Publisher's Description
The story of Esther is one of the most dramatic examples of deliverance we find in the Bible. Now, respected author Larry Christenson takes readers through this powerful illustration of intercessory prayer and into effective intercession in the twenty-first century. Today, no less than in Esther's day, the power of evil is at work to intrude in our lives and destroy God's people. Christenson unpacks the story of the Jews' deliverance in Persia--through the ministry of a young queen willing to risk her life--and shows readers how to present themselves before the awesome sovereignty of God and pattern a strategy after the mantle of Esther for confronting evil. Anyone who wants to learn how to intercede for others will cherish this insightful and powerful book.
Endorsements (3)
“Larry Christenson is one of the best teachers I know. In The Mantle of Esther he demonstrates his unique genius for making theological principles alive, personal and workable. From young Esther’s life-and-death adventures in the court of the powerful Persian king, he draws the biblical pattern for miracle-resulting intercession. Halfway through the book, I found myself already praying with new confidence for all the ‘impossible’ situations confronting our own family and friends.”
“I have read and enjoyed the book of Esther many times over the years—both as a story and as history. Larry Christenson’s presentation has given me a third reason to treasure it. I will read Esther through new eyes in the future. Prayerful eyes. I trust I will remember the many lessons on intercession that I have carried from the book as I endeavor to make them part of my own prayer life.”
“Often Old Testament events in the physical realm typify spiritual principles in the New Testament, applicable for us today. The intriguing story of Esther’s plea to the king on behalf of her fellow Jews illustrates both our need and the way to intercede for God’s intervention in this time of great peril. Larry Christenson has unveiled from Esther’s example key principles to aid us in our call to intercession. The Mantle of Esther is must reading for those with a burden to intercede for others and a desire for a more intimate relationship with the King of kings.”
Dr. Morris Vaagenes
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