On the Book of Daniel 📖 Daniel 6 Work and Faith: Holding Both What Daniel’s work and his presence with God can teach us 7 min read I have been spending time in the book of Daniel, and a verse stopped me that I think most of us read past on our way to the lions. Daniel 6:4. “At this, the administrators and the satraps tried to find grounds for charges against Daniel in his conduct of government affairs, but they were unable to do so. They could find no corruption in him, because he was trustworthy and neither corrupt nor negligent.” — Daniel 6:4 (NIV) Trustworthy. Not corrupt. Not…
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His Strength in my weakness
Living with a rare lung disease taught me that a diagnosis does not define God’s purpose. This testimony reflects on faith, endurance, and discovering that strength is found in Him, not in what the body can or cannot do.
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When Obedience Heals the Heart
Sometimes, God’s instructions don’t make sense. When a situation at work left me hurt and frustrated, my first instinct was to defend myself to escalate things and make sure justice was done. But before I could, I felt a quiet whisper in my spirit: “Don't do it.” Then came another instruction even harder to obey: “Pray for her.”
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When I Missed My Turn
God is speaking more often than we think; the problem is not the signal but our attention. We hear His voice, yet we stay distracted and miss our turn.
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When THE King Calls
When God calls us to meet with Him, it’s not about routine; it’s about relationship. I used to silence the alarm that reminded me of our time together, not realizing I was silencing an invitation from the King of Kings. It wasn’t until the Holy Spirit whispered, “You do not honor Me,” that I saw how easily I made time for everyone else, but not for the One who holds my breath.
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The Subtle Danger of Self-Righteousness
Self-righteousness blinds us into thinking forgiveness is something we can earn — or that others don’t deserve. But forgiveness is never about deserving; it is always about the power of the cross. Our sin was real, but God’s mercy is greater.
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Praying for the Wife of My Husband
Many wives pray for their husbands to change—but true transformation often starts with us. Before asking God to work in your spouse’s heart, pray for “the wife of your husband”: yourself. When we invite God to heal our hearts, shift our perspective, and fill us with His love, our prayers for our husbands become far more powerful and effective.
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The Death of the Wicked
How should a Christian respond to wicked people? While our human nature cries out for vengeance, God’s Word reminds us that He desires the wicked to live and turn from their sins. Our role is to seek His heart, pray for repentance, and trust His justice. May we follow His example and extend grace even in the face of evil.
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Practical Love
True joy is not found in holding on, but in pouring out. When we give, whether it's time, care, finances, or help, we become part of God’s movement of love on the earth.
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Can I Be Influenced?
Who am I walking with? Are my closest companions sharpening my faith—or dulling it? Am I influencing others toward Christ, or slowly being drawn away?
