The Book of Esther: 

Queen Esther’s preparation took a total of twelve months before she was allowed to go before King Ahasuerus.

Preparation for beautifying Esther was six months of basting in oils of myrrh .Six monthsin perfumes. Poise and Etiquette were also taught. This was crucial for Esther.

Esther had to know how to enter into the presence of the King to become his favored Queen. 

In order to have favor with the King, You must know how to enter into his court   

To enter into the Court you must be invited.

Gifts were always presented as means to acknowledge .But to also obtain favor. 

Preparation will always give you the edge. This gives you confidence, wisdom leadership, courage, prominence and possibly high visibility.

Queen Esther also had the Favor of God. 

Take an interest in your Well Being.  It can make a difference between life and death.

• Obesity can be hazardous to your health.  Predisposes you to
• Diabetes
• Degenerative Joint Disease
• Heart Disease
• HTN
• Arthritis

Free you mind  &  Prepare for the Storm

• Read a good book
• Meditate
• Have a goal and formulate a plan. Now work it.
• Create an affirmation. Memorize it and speak it out loud for 21 days
• Remind yourself that you are your own best friend nobody knows you better than you.
• Write down on an index card or piece of paper all your blessings and triumph and then protect it by laminating it.  (David in the bible wrote down his victories. That is how he encouraged himself during the trials in his life)  Review your  triumphs and blessing frequently. This will change your mindset. A mental lift. (Encouragement)
• Keep an Attitude of Gratitude always.  Before you get out of bed Give God thanks and remind him of his word. (Lord you said this is the Day that you made.  I will rejoice and be glad in it.) Never forget to praise him when your on top of that mountain and more so when your in the valley. It's difficult but trust me it works.