At Draw Near Church, we believe life change happens through real relationships centered on Jesus Christ. Our mission is to make disciples who make disciples by helping people belong, grow, and serve together. Whether you're new to faith, returning to church, or searching for a church family, you are welcome here.
No matter your past, your doubts, or your fears, Jesus is calling you to step into His purpose for your life. You're ready! Not because you've done enough, but because Jesus has done enough.
We explore Jesus' Great Commission in the Gospels and discover that following Christ is about more than attending church—it's about becoming a disciple who makes disciples. Are you ready to join the mission of Jesus? There is a place for you at The Draw Near Church.
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Your Time to Shine | A Celebration of Faith | The Book of Esther | The Draw Near Church
Have you ever found yourself asking God, "Why is this happening to me?" What if the better question is, "God, where do You want me to stand so You can shine through me?"
In this message you'll discover:
✅ Why God has not forgotten you
✅ The powerful "Two-Step Shift" that changes perspective
✅ How purpose satisfies more than possessions
✅ Why Esther's story still matters today
✅ How God is setting the stage for you to shine
Key Scripture:
📖 Esther 1
📖 Esther 4:14
📖 Esther 3:2
No matter what season you're walking through, God is still moving the pieces into place.
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0:00 Welcome
1:09 God's Not Done With You
2:03 One Act of Obedience
3:40 Prayer for the Series
4:29 Why Esther Matters
5:29 The Enemy's Strategy
6:58 You Have Purpose
7:55 The Two-Step Shift
8:11 Ask Why Less
8:18 Ask Where More
9:47 Esther Background
11:39 Meet the Characters
12:53 Why Israel Needed Saving
14:21 Shine in the Darkness
15:09 The King's Party
16:13 Meet King Xerxes
18:30 More Than Possessions
19:47 Ask a Better Question
20:18 Vashti Says No
24:35 God Is Still Working
25:40 Darkness Can't Stop Light
26:34 Purpose Over Possessions
27:18 Purpose & Obedience
28:21 The Secret to Purpose
29:02 Born for This
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Are you ready to join the mission of Jesus? You are ready! Not because you've done enough, but because Jesus Christ has done enough.
At Draw Near Church, we believe life change happens through real relationships centered on Jesus Christ. Our mission is to make disciples who make disciples by helping people belong, grow, and serve together. Whether you're new to faith, returning to church, or searching for a church family, you are welcome here.
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In this powerful message from our "More Than Sundays" series, we explore Jesus' teachings, the Great Commission, and discover that following Christ is about more than attending church—it's about becoming a disciple who makes disciples. No matter your past, your doubts, or your fears, Jesus is calling you to step into His purpose for your life. You are ready!
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Making disciples through real relationships, one person at a time.
Join us as we worship, study God's Word, and live out the mission of Jesus together. There is a place for you at Draw Near.
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