#soap # Esther 02 ## Title: Because It Is the Right Thing To Do ## Scripture: (Esther 2:21-22) “In those days while Mordecai was sitting at the king’s gate, Bigthan and Teresh, two of the king’s eunuchs who protected the entrance, became angry and plotted to assassinate King Ahasuerus. When Mordecai learned of the conspiracy, he informed Queen Esther, and Esther told the king in Mordecai’s name.” (NET) ## Observation: Have you ever been wronged by someone? Have you also noticed when something wrong was about to be done to them? Did you warn them or see it as God’s judgment? Today’s chapter gives us a picture of what integrity demands. It’s one thing when God visits judgment on an enemy without you knowing about it beforehand. It’s another if you knew it was coming and chose to do nothing. The king was not Mordecai’s friend. He could have seen the situation unfolding as God’s judgment for taking Esther or visiting destruction on Israel. However, Mordecai knew that integrity demanded he say something when he saw evil forming. We never need to “help” God’s judgment. Let God have His way. When we see something, say something. If it happens anyway, we know it’s God’s will. But our conscience will be clear. ## Application: Be a person of integrity always, even toward enemies. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for knowing all things and having Your way.