How can we be like Hathach, serving faithfully in God's kingdom today? Setting the Scene “So Hathach went out to Mordecai in the city square in front of the King’s Gate.” (Esther 4:6) Who Was Hathach? - A court officer assigned to Queen Esther - Unknown background, yet trusted by both Esther and Mordecai - Stood between palace luxury and street-level anguish, carrying life-or-death messages without altering or embellishing them Key Traits Worth Imitating • Availability – when Esther needed someone, Hathach was ready • Reliability – every trip between queen and cousin was completed promptly • Humility – content to stay anonymous while God’s plan unfolded • Courage – entered public squares and palace halls during a political crisis • Integrity – conveyed each word exactly as received Scriptural Echoes • 1 Corinthians 4:2: “Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.” • Colossians 3:23-24: “Whatever you do, work at it with your whole heart… It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” • Luke 16:10: “Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much…” • Philippians 2:5-7: Christ “emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant.” Living Out Hathach-Like Service Today - Show up: Volunteer where needs exist instead of waiting for ideal conditions. - Carry the message untouched: Share God’s Word as written, without trimming hard truths or adding personal spin. - Keep confidences: Protect sensitive information entrusted to you; gossip erodes credibility. - Bridge worlds: Relate to believers and unbelievers alike, bringing each the help they need. - Stand steady in crisis: Maintain composure and obedience when culture pressures compromise. - Seek no spotlight: Let Christ receive credit; remain content if your name is barely mentioned. Practical Places to Start • Church ministries needing quiet labor—setup crews, nursery, sound booth • Neighborhood acts—errands for shut-ins, mentoring youth, assisting single parents • Workplace integrity—accurate reporting, honest communication, punctuality • Prayer chain or encouragement team—faithfully pass along requests and Scripture without distortion • Local outreach—food pantry deliveries, hospital visitation, jail correspondence Encouragement for the Journey God recorded one simple sentence about Hathach’s obedience, and it was enough. The kingdom still advances on the shoulders of men and women who, like Hathach, step forward, listen carefully, and deliver exactly what the King desires. |
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