Episode 76: Lesson from Daniel

Daniel had every reason to hide away and wait for exile to end, he didn’t. He had every reason to just give in and live like the Babylonians, he didn’t. 

Daniel had every reason to lament, to give up, to be mad at God and give in…but he didn’t instead the opposite happened….He thrived.

I think Church we need to be reminded. Just like Daniel we too live in exile. This is not our home so like Daniel how can we live our lives in the midst of our culture and circumstances in a way that honors God that changes our work place, transforms our neighborhoods. How do we in the midst of all of this chaos be faithful to our calling?

Daniel understood that God is sovereign

Daniel knew that God was in control of everything. Daniel knew that God is sovereign.  

Daniel 2:20-23

Then Daniel praised the God of heaven. 20 He said,

“Praise the name of God forever and ever,
     for he has all wisdom and power.
 21 He controls the course of world events;
     he removes kings and sets up other kings.
 He gives wisdom to the wise
     and knowledge to the scholars.
 22 He reveals deep and mysterious things
     and knows what lies hidden in darkness,
     though he is surrounded by light.
 23 I thank and praise you, God of my ancestors,
     for you have given me wisdom and strength.
 You have told me what we asked of you
     and revealed to us what the king demanded.”

This is very important for us to remember. God is in control! No matter what it looks like out the window God has a plan, he’s never caught off guard or asleep at the wheel.  He has a perfect plan and though we don’t always see it…it’s still true

 Ephesians 1:11(NLT)

11 Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work out according to his plan.

Gods in control. That thing you’re struggling with, that person at work, that neighbor, family member…God’s in control.

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