"And in all matters of wisdom and understanding about which the king examined them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers who were in all his realm."
(Daniel 1:20)
Daniel consistently demonstrated an "excellent spirit" in all he did. This wasn't just about skill--it was about attitude, integrity, and diligence. Kings and rulers recognized that Daniel wasn't merely competent, he was exceptional. Scripture even says he was found to be "ten times better" than all the magicians and astrologers in the realm." (1:20)
To me, what is most admirable about Daniel, is his commitment to God. Even though he knew, what praying to the true God would mean, in the midst of the establishing of a decree that everyone was to follow. That decree stated that anyone who petitioned any god, or man, other than the King for thirty days, would be cast in the den of lions.
Daniel's first and foremost priority was his relationship to God. Which is how it should be with us as Christians. It is so easy to allow the world to distract us, and even cause us to be pre-occupied with worldly things and worldly activities. We even go so far as rely upon the world to provide the things that our hearts long for. In so many ways we become disillusioned and disappointed.
This is where Daniel excels, and sets a great example for us. When you read this book, you cannot help but see that Daniel has such a strong, established commitment to God. Just to hear the roar of the lions, when the lid to the den was lifted, and for one to keep faith in the God who you trusted to take care of you in such a trying and terrifying experience; what excellence in faith and commitment to God.
He was able to interpret dreams, that he does not take credit for, but all the credit goes to God, who enabled him to perform this task. (2:28)
The prophesy he presents in this book, reveals future events that we need to take seriously, as we prepare for the Lord's return. God enabled Daniel to be a spokesman for Him, revealing important prophetic information, that will have a huge impact concerning future events.
From the first time he became a captive, as a young man, and made the right decision concerning the proper diet, to all the experiences he had with the various nations that dominated the scene at the time.
Daniel excelled in the things that mattered the most. It is a lesson for us, to show how important, and how vital our relationship with God should be! GP
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