There is this song- I use to love when I was growing up. The lyrics goes something like this "Daniel God surely will delivered. If we only look to Him by faith, Daniel God surely will deliver." I find out something very interesting today. I realized that sometimes we sing songs without truly having an understanding of the meaning. Sometimes we don't even know the lyrics of the song but because of the musical instruments that sound so good to the ear we sing anyhow. I’m so guilty of this…
Take for example this song. The song declares that "Daniel God surely will deliver." But the main thing in questioning is - What about Daniel & his God that we must trust he will deliver? I want you to bear in mind the key words here mentioned in the verse above (Daniel, God & Faith).
Today I was singing this song after accepting a 21 day praise challenge from a sister in Christ. She messaged me around afternoon, insisting that I participated in this 21 day praise Challenge where we completely forget about our problems and concentrate on worshipping the LORD. At first I was a bit reluctant because I have a few things I am trying to get through for the month of February like; finishing reading this book called (Eat Right For Your Blood Type) that teaches on the importance of eating the food that is most beneficial to our body.
I do need to finish this book because I have committed to one book per month for the next 12 months. I do recommend this book as a must read for all those who would like to improve your health. You can get a copy on Amazon or audible books. Also, I am trying to study the book of Jeremiah because there is always something about his assignment that deeply resignate with me - these alongside with other things. Taking on this challenge was the last thing I wanted to do right now.
The LORD however, open my understanding that I needed to accept the offer as this was very important that I do so and in trying to obey the spirit of the Lord, I did. After finishing the day 2. I was on my way to the bathroom when suddenly this song pops in my head and I started singing. "Daniel God surely will deliver." I could not believe what happened next!
For the first time after many years of singing and dancing to this song. I finally had the revelation of what the writer is saying.
In the book of Daniel chapter 9, In summary the chapter explains that Daniel had a full understanding that it was prophecies that were being fulfilled against Jerusalem because of their rebellion against God according to the scriptures. Therefore, he went to seek the LORD for mercy and deliverance for his people.
After he had finished praying instantly an angel appeared unto him and said "Daniel, I have now come to give you insight and understanding. As soon as you began to pray, a word went out, which I have come to tell you, for you are highly esteemed. Therefore, consider the word and understand the vision:“ Daniel 9:21-23 NIV
Daniel knew that the sins of his people had caused terrible disasters to come upon them! He knew that they deserved all the judgments that the wrath of God poured out upon them. Yet, he petitioned God for deliverance. He knew that above all God is a Covanant keeping God and will show mercy to those who seek him. Verse 4 says "I prayed to the Lord my God and confessed: “Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments,“
Daniel reminded God that His Covanant of LOVE is greater than the sins of his people. In return for putting his faith in God despite difficulties and hardships the Lord revealed to Daniel that deliverance is on its way.
I want to remind someone based on the testimony of Daniel. If you are reading this post right now, Daniel God then is the same God now. His name is Jesus and he is still the God that gives beauty for ashes. Amen. No matter how impossible the situation may seem or how painful it is to be in that place right now. No matter what sins you have committed or what lies the devil is trying to force you into believing. No matter what evil your ancestors did - Daniel God SURELY will deliver!!!
If after all Isreal did, failing to listen to the words of the Lord from his servant the prophets. Following after strange gods, serving demons knowingly or unknowingly. They neglected the poor and the widows and fail to do what is right and just before the Lord. Though God reluctantly handed them over to their oppressors and turned his face from their evil deeds. Still, Daniel in prayer and supplications was able to turn God face back towards his people. God held Daniel at a high esteemed but why? Because Daniel had a heart that desire to understand God. He wanted to know how God will work this situation out. He refused to believe this was the end of his people. As he prayed earnestly his heart to God. The angel of the LORD appeared unto him and told him that he was highly favored in the sight of God. It was not because Daniel was righteous why God answered his plea. No, The Bible says all of us have fallen short of the glory of God. This would include Daniel, so it was definitely not because he was good but rather it was because he humbled himself before the Lord seeking understanding.
Let us therefore like Daniel confess our past disobedience and transgressions unto the Lord and repent by committing ourselves to obey his laws and principles. He is willing to have mercy and forgive our all our sins. The Bible states that when we cover our sins we shall not prosper, but when we confessed and forsake them God will have mercy. When we go before the Lord Jesus seeking his deliverance. We must first be sincere and honest with ourselves and also with Him. Only in doing so we will be truly set free.
I encourage you to hold on and don't give up hope. I decree that today refreshing times from the Lord has come to your house, family, city and nation! You are set free in Jesus name. Never see God through the lens of your situation or else you will believe your problem is too big for God to come through for you but rather see your situation through the lens of God. This will enable you to have enough faith to believe that there is "no shadow He won't light up or mountain He won't climb up coming after you- no walls he won't kick down and lies he won't tear down when he wants to get to you."
I assure you my friends by the same Spirit who raise Jesus Christ from the dead and by the mercies of God that Whatever your affliction is today. No matter how long you have been in chains and darkness. Dispite all who have lost all hope and told you that it’s dead or whatever the devil is saying about that pain and affliction I assure that DANIEL GOD IS ABLE AND SURELY WILL DELIVER! Amen.
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‘‘Twas a great read😇 Daniel God surely will deliver, but minister i think Daniel has his time and served it very well🤣 It’s SYMONE’S GOD surely will deliver😩 thank you for also quoting one of my fave songs 4m Tauren wells 🎶