We Have Instant Favor With Our King

“When the king saw Esther the queen standing in the court, she obtained favor in his sight; and the king extended to Esther the golden scepter which was in his hand. So Esther came near and touched the top of the scepter.” Esther 5:2

As many of you know, or may have figured out by now, I am absolutely enthralled by Esther’s story; her courage and God’s supernatural work in her life serve as an example we can all look to. Esther has been a real role model for me of late but there is one area in which her story differs a great deal from mine; Esther had a very real problem in regard to approaching her King. Even as the Queen she faced possible execution by entering into the king’s presence uninvited. I am so thankful for the privilege I have through the blood of Jesus to enter freely into my King’s throne room without fear of rebuke or rejection. I am able to call upon Him at will, day or night and He graciously hears my every petition. How I pray that I would never take that blessed privilege for granted and that I would always approach with reverence, love and awe.

Remember how Esther worried that the king might not welcome her into his presence? We never have to face such a concern because through the Lord Jesus Christ we have instant access to the very throne room of God! Awesome, isn’t it?