Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today- June 27, 2013
Now God had caused the official to show favor and compassion to Daniel. Daniel 1:9
Sometimes the Lord lays on the heart of an unconverted heart the desire to help one of His children. Yes, God can use those unfamiliar with His purposes to carry out His purposes. An automobile soiled by road film can still transport good people safely to their final destination. The Spirit is indiscriminate in who may come under His influence for godly outcomes. He is not limited by the capacity of the righteous and can use the unrighteous to carry out righteous results.
Daniel was surrounded by authorities unsure of Yahweh, but he never lost assurance from Almighty God. Do you find yourself in challenging circumstances? Do you feel like you are alone in your stand for what’s right? If so, look around you and pray for a man or woman who may not embrace your beliefs, but whom God may use to give you support and encouragement. At times, non Christians can be more supportive of God’s work than the fearful religious crowd.
His parents said this because they were afraid of the Jewish leaders, who already had decided that anyone who acknowledged that Jesus was the Messiah would be put out of the synagogue. John 9:22
God may have given you far more favor with man than you realize. Even while you cease from work, His Holy Spirit is at work in the hearts of those in your circle of influence. When you choose to do the right thing, you give courage to others to do the right thing. Your rising tide of trust in Jesus raises the boats of belief with those around you. Expect favor even from enemies. You can trust the Lord with those out of His favor to be moved by the Spirit to show you favor.
Therefore, look for the Lord to cause your manager to show you favor and compassion. Pray for the Holy Spirit to move over the heart of a person with whom you have differences, so they become reasonable and open to your standard of integrity. Trust God with your unsaved parents who in the past dismissed your devotion to Christ. However, in the future through your loving pursuit, forgiveness and gracious attitude your Heavenly Father can turn your father and mother to Him!
When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them. Proverbs 16:7
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I trust You will cause those out of Your favor to show me favor.
Related Readings: 1 Samuel 2:26; Proverbs 3:4; Nehemiah 1:11; Luke 2:52; 2 Corinthians 1:11
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