Jehovah—God's Purpose In The Church

Introduction

1. The King's decree, in vs. 01-05
   a. We must understand the historical context
   b. Jehovah is sovereign, and He controls all activity.
   c. Concerning the king's response
2. The People's Decision, in vs. 04
   a. There is more historical context for you to remember
   b. Jehovah-God is sovereign, and He controlled Israel's activity.
   c. How the people of Jehovah-God responded.
3. The Heathen's Encouragement, in vs. 06-11
   a. There is still more historical context
   b. The similarity to the Egyptian Exodus and the exile leaving Babylon
   c. There was a similar difference with the Egyptian Exodus and the exile from Babylon.
   Conclusion