Bible Verse of The Day – 10-21-21

Daniel 1:8 (NKJV) 8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s delicacies, nor with the wine which he drank; therefore he requested of the chief of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

Daniel did not want to eat the delicacies, or drink the wine he had been supplied with, knowing that it was forbidden for the Jews to do so.

He knew it would defile him.

In light of this, he took a stand and asked his boss if he could prove that his diet was better.

He requested that he and his colleagues be allowed to eat their own food for 10 days. After the 10 days, let him judge their appearance and their health and make a final decision.

Sometimes we have to take a stand, like Daniel did, if something we are being told to do goes against what we believe to be good for us and our relationship with God.

God gave Daniel favor and goodwill with the chief of the eunuchs. And Daniel was able to prove his case.

Daniel 1:9 (NKJV) 9 Now God had brought Daniel into the favor and goodwill of the chief of the eunuchs.

What is it today that we are needing to stand up and say no to?

Are we on a job that is pushing us to do things against what we know is the right thing to do?

Are our kids in a place where we need to stand up and voice our opinion on a certain subject?

Do we need to take a stance and say no to things in our relationship that we know we should not be doing or going along with?

What is it today that God is saying, “stand up, be firm, don’t back down. I will give you favor and wisdom to know what to say and when to say it.”?

We have to purpose within our heart, like Daniel, to do the right thing and then stand.

Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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