ESTHERGod in the Shadows
Esther and Mordecai pause together as she packs to leave home.

A graphic novel by Josh Gapp

Before she was a queen,
she was someone’s family.

An ordinary life. A dangerous court. A secret that could change everything. Enter the biblical story of Esther through the people at its heart.

Read the opening Explore the group study

Esther: God in the Shadows · Issues 01 & 02

Glimpses of the story

Meet them in a moment.

Watch the scenes
An ordinary home. A royal order at the door.▶ Watch · 23s

A scene from the story

The knock

A question between Esther and the man who raised her.▶ Watch · 22s

A scene from the story

Are you coming with me?

Sometimes care means staying beside someone.▶ Watch · 22s

A scene from the story

I’m here

Esther and Sarai share a quiet moment while mending a bag.

The people within the story

Let their lives
become real to you.

Friendship, fear, loyalty, and the small acts of care that endure. Esther invites you into a familiar biblical account through the people living inside it.

Discover the heart behind Esther

For groups and leaders

Bring the story
to your table.

A complete first session pairs the comic with Scripture, thoughtful questions, and space to listen. Prepare with the leader guide and print a handout for your group.

Explore the sample session ↗