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ONLY GOD CAN SAVE
SEPTEMBER 27

Daniel 6:18-23

ONLY GOD CAN SAVE

Who can save but God? He worked a wonderful miracle of deliverance. Where man fails in the simple, God delivers the impossible. Darius was bound by his own laws and couldn’t change a decree he signed. But God was not bound by evil men or hungry lions. He protected Daniel and saved him from certain death.

The worry and anxiety that Darius experienced throughout the night was immediately lifted when he heard Daniel answering his call. He no longer felt the heavy burden of guilt in signing the decree that sent Daniel to the lions’ den. What exactly happened inside the den?

Daniel testifies to the king what happened after he was thrown in. God sent his angel to protect and keep Daniel safe. God also shut the lions’ mouths so that they would not hurt him. What a testimony of the Lord’s constant presence and protection to His children! Dear friend, you may be experiencing some trials in your life right now, or you feel alone because others hate your faith in God. In times of deep distress when there seems to be no way out, remember that God is ever with you and cares for you. Pray to Him. Seek Him. Trust in Him. God is faithful and hears the sincere cry of His children.

Daniel’s case was a unique one. We must bear in mind that many other godly Christians also suffered for the faith, but God allowed them to be tortured and die for their faith. But God was with them all the way, more than we can ever imagine. It is better to be in heaven with the Lord where our faith shall be sight – that means we will be able to see and understand everything that the Lord has allowed in our lives. But God had His divine purpose for Daniel to remain in the body. He works out all things for our good and unto His glory.

Dare to be a Daniel
Standing by a purpose true, Heeding God’s command,
Honor them, the faithful few! All hail to Daniel’s band!
Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known.

Thought: It is better to stand alone on the Lord’s side, than to stand with many and have God against me
Prayer: Heavenly Father, grant me the courage to stand firm on the Lord’s side. Help me to wholly depend on You, for You alone are my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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