nathan's thoughts on Prophets and Kings - Chapter 44

Entry made on December 3rd, 2006
Topics: Faithfulness

This chapter deals with Daniel in the lion's den. It shows that our faith in God shouldn't be be dependent on our circumstances or well being. Daniel was faithful to God initially and he was set in a high position. He didn't let this new position distract him from God, but he remained faithful. The evil princes and rulers were mad and jealous of Daniel and then tried to trap him into getting killed.

It wasn't just the evil princes who were upset though. White says that "In the conspiracy thus formed, Satan had played an important part. The prophet was high in command in the kingdom, and evil angels feared that his influence would weaken their control over i... view full entry

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