In Esther 4, a Jewish man named Mordecai, learns of a plot intended to destroy the entirety of his people within the Kingdom of Ahasuerus, king of Persia. This decision came as a result of Mordecai’s refusal to bow before prince Haman. (Esther 3:2-6) Filled with wrath, Haman presented a convincing case to king Ahasuerus, which included a deposit of ten thousand talents of silver into the king’s treasury. Mordecai responded by tearing his garments and putting on sackcloth with ashes. He then advanced to the midst of the city where he cried out with a loud and bitter cry. (Esther 4:1-2) Mordecai stopped at the king’s gate due to a certain law that stated, no one may enter the kings gate dressed in mournful attire. No specific reason is given; thus, we may speculate. Regardless of the reasoning, the king did not permit those in sorrow and grief to come into his presence. What a stark contrast to our great king, Jesus. Jesus invited those troubled with care to come unto Him.
“Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30
King Jesus not only invited the afflicted into His presence, but likewise went among them.
“…Jesus went throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction among the people. So, His fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought him all the sick, those afflicted with various diseases and pains, those oppressed by demons, epileptics, and paralytics, and He healed them..” Matthew 4:23-24
King Jesus is inviting, receptive and compassionate.
“He’s my glorious King, and O I dearly love Him, He’s my King, no other is above Him, all day long enraptured praise I sing, He’s my Savior, He’s my King!” #12 HFW
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