Daniel 2:1-23, NIV
I believe God set up Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream to raise Daniel up for greatness and to fulfill the prophecy of what is to come.
Daniel 2:20-23, GNB
[20]“God is wise and powerful! Praise him for ever and ever.
[21]He controls the times and the seasons; he makes and unmakes kings; it is he who gives wisdom and understanding.
[22]He reveals things that are deep and secret; he knows what is hidden in darkness, and he himself is surrounded by light.
[23]I praise you and honour you, God of my ancestors. You have given me wisdom and strength; you have answered my prayer and shown us what to tell the king.”
The prayer by Daniel from verse 20 to verse 23 is a very uplifting praise to God from the heart and soul of Daniel. Nothing is too difficult for God.
God’s gift to Daniel for the ability to interpret such a mysterious and difficult dream. This reflects Daniel absolute trust and faith in God vs 17-19.
Mark 14:27-31, NIV
Jesus prediction of Peter’s denial
Great mystery of individual’s choice and fulfillment of God’s purposes, insights (prophecy), plans and sovereignty….partnership harmony.
Even if all fall away, I will not before the cock crows twice you yourself will disown me three times vs 29-30. Xref: Zechariah 13:7.
Revelation 3:14-22, NIV
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To the Church in Laodicea
Be hot or cold to God-no luke warmness-get spit out vs 16.
You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ -vs 17.
Sometimes when one is materially rich and self serving do not realise how poor one actually is-vs 17..you do not realise that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked…counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so that you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so that you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so that you can see.-vs 18.
Love, rebuke, discipline comes hand in hand-vs 19.
Welcoming Jesus into your life to get fellowship vs 20-gentleman knock.
Be an overcomer….listen what the Spirit says..vs 21.