Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2
And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?
Esther 4:14
It’s not always obvious, and it wasn’t clear to Esther why she had been placed into the life of a nation for this very time. What had gone on before, and what would come after this time in her life was not as important as her here and now influence and experience! Esther was instrumental in turning the fortunes of her beloved nation around, and she was unaware of her God given place in history.
These two verses take on a new meaning when seen together like this, and I trust and pray that you and I might recognise those ‘angels’ who cross our path and hold out a hand of support, friendship and fellowship right when we need it most. Perhaps they see something we don’t. But even more than that, I pray that we will also be that angel to someone else in their time of need, and be able to help them in some small way. These angels and needs will take on very different faces and come when we least expect it. Just like Esther. Will we be available? Will we be ready to respond?
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