Scripture:
Daniel 3:30 "Then the king promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to even higher positions in the province of Babylon".
Observation:
Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego had good positions and the favor of God was upon them during the exile to babylon. They were doing well in life and in leadership positions in a country that was not their own. The king built a statue and demanded that everyone bow down and worship it. Some came to him saying that his servants Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego would not bow. They were placed in a fiery furnace that should have killed them instantly, but God showed up and rescued them. The king saw it, worshiped their God and promoted them even farther.
Application:
These three had told the king; if you put us in the furnace, our God is able to deliver us, but even if He doesn't, we won't bow down before any other gods but Him. They made a bold declaration in defense of their God and God honored it. They were faithful when faithful wasn't easy and could have cost them their lives. God honors faithfulness and promotes because of it. Be faithful to God and He will promote in due season!
Prayer:
Father, thank you for your word. It is life and truth to me! Help me to walk faithfully through every opposition. Help me to follow You completely and totally in every area of life. I love and appreciate you.
Your Son,
Jeff
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