Opening Verse
“And who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:14, KJV)
Introduction
When God calls His children—men, women, and even youth—He does so with purpose. The world may overlook them, but Heaven puts them in demand. The demand increases in moments of pressure. It’s not comfort that reveals our calling, but crisis. We are called not only to believe, but to act when the moment comes.
What This Means
The story of Esther reveals a young woman who was placed in a royal position not for her own luxury, but for the preservation of God’s people. She did not volunteer for this assignment. It came with risk, uncertainty, and real danger. Yet when the moment of pressure arrived, Mordecai’s words shook her into divine clarity: “Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”
This is what it means to be in demand by God. Your presence on earth, in your family, in your community, or in your workplace, is not random. You are the answer to a crisis. You are God’s response to a need. But with this calling comes the press. Just as Esther had to decide whether to approach the king and risk her life, we too must act when it would be easier to stay quiet.
Pressure reveals your position. It brings out who you trust. Esther chose faith over fear. She fasted, prayed, and then acted. She didn’t let her emotions or environment determine her obedience. That’s what it means to be God’s chosen vessel—you move not when it’s safe, but when it’s time.
Think About This
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Are you hiding when you should be standing?
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Has God placed you in a position that you’re afraid to act in?
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Are you letting pressure silence your purpose?
God is not looking for the most qualified. He is looking for the most obedient. If you know you’re His, then know this: you are in demand. Don’t let fear stop you. Step forward. Speak up. Fast. Pray. Move when He says move.
Prayer
Lord, I know I was created for more than comfort. You’ve called me for such a time as this. When pressure rises, give me courage. When fear whispers, let faith speak louder. Remind me that I am not forgotten or overlooked—I am in demand because You’ve placed something in me that this world needs. I surrender to Your timing and purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Closing Verse
“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
(Philippians 3:14, KJV)