A day of two halves

Lovely morning spent with lovely friends. Children had a great time playing... I had a great time chatting.
Afternoon: ironing! The pile was huge.
Esther asks Mordicai to gather the people to fast and pray. She knows she needs God to be with her.
How much faith did that amazing lady have to think that visiting the king would change the outcome. How often do I pray and then act with that much faith?
Other study challenged me to allow God's peace to shape my life. Jonah saw God's mercy and compassion may I rejoice in the fact that God is slow to anger for I am a grateful receiver of His grace. Song of Solomon "Your banner over me is love"
Thank you merciful Father.