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Scripture:

“And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” — Esther 4:14 (ESV)

There are moments in life when God positions us—quietly, purposefully—in places we never expected to be. We might not understand why we’re there, or why the path to this point was so winding, but in His sovereignty, God is always weaving a plan far greater than our own.

Esther knew that feeling well.
A young Jewish woman, orphaned and living in exile, she never could have imagined becoming queen of Persia. Yet, in a turn of divine providence, God placed her right where she needed to be—“for such a time as this.”

When Esther learned of Haman’s plan to destroy her people, she faced an impossible choice: remain silent and safe, or risk everything to speak up. Her cousin Mordecai’s words echoed through history:

“And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” — Esther 4:14 (ESV)

Those same words still whisper to us today.
You may not wear a crown, but you carry influence. You may not stand before a king, but your voice matters in the places God has planted you—your home, your community, your work, your circle of friends.

There will be moments when God calls you to speak truth, to show courage, or to act in faith. You might not feel ready, but He equips those He calls. Esther didn’t feel prepared either, but she fasted, prayed, and trusted that God would go before her—and He did.

Maybe you’ve walked through loss, change, or unexpected challenges that left you wondering why now? why here?
Remember this: you are not here by accident. Every part of your story has prepared you for this season.
God doesn’t waste pain. He doesn’t misplace people. He appoints them.

You are right where you need to be—for such a time as this.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for placing me exactly where You want me to be. Help me see my circumstances through Your eyes. Give me courage to speak truth, wisdom to act with grace, and faith to trust that You are working behind the scenes. Use me, Lord, for such a time as this. Amen.