MAY 13, Daniel 3:16-18, 23-26

Have you heard the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego? These young Jews were groomed to serve the Babylonian king as they were among the finest of the Jewish people. Although these 3 were given the best of food and garments, they were required to serve the king and as we read today, bow down to worship the golden image made by King Nebuchadnezzar. What would you do if you were in their position?

There was a lot for them to lose if they disobeyed the command to bow down to the golden image. If they simply followed what they were told, they would continue to enjoy a lifestyle that many others wanted, for they were given special privileges and probably some of the best the powerful empire had. However, if they refused to obey the king, death was certain! And it was going to be a painful and terrible death – for they would be burnt alive in a huge fire furnace.

Because they knew that bowing to the image was wrong, they bravely refused to obey the command. Instead, they calmly told the king that their God could save them and even if God chose not to save them, they would still not worship the image. They trusted God and there was peace in their hearts, even though they would be put to death. For this, they were tied up and thrown into the burning furnace.But God saved them! Dear reader, do you have this special peace?

Fill in the blanks.
1. To talk to God is to [ P ] __ __ __ .
2. God’s home is in __ [ E ] __ __ __ __ .
3. The child of God must __ __ [ A ] __ God’s Word.
4. The child of God must attend Sunday __ [ C ] __ __ __ __ .
5. Jesus __ __ __ [ E ] down to earth to save sinners.

What is the word formed by the alphabets in [ ]? __ __ __ __ __

Thought: Real Christians have real peace.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, may Your special peace and comfort strengthen me, especially in times of trouble. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.