{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Longmire Road Church of Christ","title":"If I Perish, I Perish - Morne Stephanus - Aug. 31st, 2025 PM","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2804,"description":"Summary\nThe conversation explores the themes of courage, valor, and the consequences of pride as illustrated in the Book of Esther. It highlights the bravery of Esther in the face of danger, the rise of Haman and his malicious plot against the Jews, and the moral lessons derived from these biblical accounts. The speaker emphasizes the importance of standing up for righteousness and the potential costs associated with doing so, while also reflecting on God's providence and the necessity of action in the face of adversity.\nTakeaways\nThe Bible records both the valor and the worst of mankind.\nEsther's story illustrates the need for courage in difficult times.\nHaman's pride led to his downfall and the plot against the Jews.\nMordecai's wisdom guided Esther in her decision-making.\nEsther's bravery serves as a model for standing up for righteousness.\nThe consequences of pride can be devastating and far-reaching.\nGod's providence is evident in the unfolding of Esther's story.\nCourage is essential for making significant life changes.\nThe importance of taking action when faced with moral dilemmas.\nFaith without works is dead; action is required in faith.\nSound Bites\n\"If I perish, I perish.\"\n\"Esther shows the best of humanity.\"\n\"Pride goes before a hanging.\"\nPM Sermon 08-31-2025","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/M24Tisy4OT5n_Nij0SklR0GfKvv442nsdityhtrTqJM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83NTkw/MDRmODQxYWY4Y2Y0/OWU1NzkyOWYyODJj/MTEyZC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}