Tag Archives: God

Overcoming Fear

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Mark Shields

I wrote yesterday about three friends of Daniel who demonstrated courage by standing up to the king and refusing to worship a gold statue. The king put them in a burning furnace but God saved them. Fear can be overcome when … Continue reading →

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Living Boldly and Courageously

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading in Daniel 3, king Nebuchadnezzar set up an image of gold and made a national decree that everyone had to fall down and worship the image of gold or be thrown into a blazing furnace (v. 6).  The three … Continue reading →

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Thinking What To Do

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Mark Shields

Daniel received a vision from God after asking for help. We too can receive direction from God if we have a daily prayer time and ask for guidance. This day with God, let us take that initiative. Starting today, let’s … Continue reading →

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Keeping the Body and Mind Healthy

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Mark Shields

Yesterday, I wrote about how Daniel was true to God and practiced a disciplined life. He worked hard and did what God wanted him to do; keeping his body and mind healthy. We then saw that this resulted in God … Continue reading →

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The Discipline of Daniel

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Mark Shields

Daniel writes from captivity in Babylon. The book is a companion to the book of Revelation which teaches the sovereignty of God over all nations and people. Reading in Daniel 1, the king of Babylon named Nebuchadnezzar overtakes Jerusalem. He … Continue reading →

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