The Hidden, Life-Changing Allegory in the Book of Esther
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The Old Testament abounds with allegories—colorful pictures describing New Testament truths. Although Jonah or other Old Testament Bible characters often first come to mind as allegories of Christ’s resurrection, Robert Newhouse reminds us of another account that is easy to overlook: the narrative of Esther! Building one accurate analogy upon another, Mr. Newhouse helps us to discover how the roles played in this historical account illustrate precisely how God empowers us today to live in the power of His Holy Spirit.
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