But if you tell me the dream and explain it, you will receive from me gifts and rewards and great honor. So tell me the dream and interpret it for me. Daniel 2:6
Faithfulness is the only appropriate response to a Living, Eternal, Sovereign God. Daniel was faithful.
When Jehoiakim, Judah’s king, refused to pay taxes to Babylon’s king, Babylon came knocking and Jerusalem fell. Daniel, a young man of noble birth, one of the best and brightest, was no longer his own.
From the beginning of Daniel’s captivity he practiced the highest standard of ethics and holy behavior. As a result, God gave him knowledge and wisdom, including the gift of understanding visions and dreams. (Daniel 1:17) King Nebuchadnezzar found none to compare to Daniel and three of his friends.
The king had a disturbing dream. He was losing sleep and becoming cranky. Astrologers and magicians confessed that there was no one on earth that could meet the king’s request. In a rage Nebuchadnezzar decreed that all wise men were to be executed including Daniel and friends. Daniel stepped forward with wisdom and tact and sought the One True God. Daniel interpreted the king’s dream, saving the lives of many but more importantly, reminding Mr. Nebuchadnezzar and all others that no earthly dominion will ever outlive or out shine the eternal power and love of God.
Bitterness and entitlement destroy hope. Humble faithfulness restores and sustains life.
Have a Wonderful Wednesday,
Gretchen