Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego answered the king, "Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If it happens, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image which you have set up." Daniel 3:16-18 WEB.While standing before the most powerful king on earth, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego had to make a tough decision. King Nebuchadnezzar had built a golden idol ninety feet high. Then he commanded everyone in his kingdom to bow down and worship it when the signal was given.
Obeying the king's order would mean disobeying God's command, to have no other gods except Him. Breaking the king's rule would land them in a white-hot furnace of fire. They were caught between The Rock and a hot place.
The three Israelites refused and told the king that the God they served was able to deliver them, but even if He did not, they would not bow down to his god. When faced with great evil and certain destruction, they chose to trust God and stood strong in their faith. In the end, God did deliver them, and they were promoted in the kingdom.
When darkness comes, it's not time to whine but time to shine. When you have done all you can, stand and believe that God will take care of the rest. And even if He does not, you will still do what is right. In the end, you will find that God always does what is best for you. So be calm, be patient. God is not dead, and this will soon pass. Even if you have to go into the furnace, God will meet you there.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank you for everything You have done for me. Please help me to stand firm when faced with adversity. Please help me make the right decisions and be the one you called me to be. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!Note: This morning, we will be hosting our RHM Live Online church service. This is a special time of worship, prayer, fellowship and an inspiring message. All are welcome! Here is the link to join:
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Yes Lord, I pray this in Jesus's name, amen.
Amen. Heavenly Father, I pray to You only. My God, my strength, my everything always. AMEN
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Amen Good Morning Everyone Have A Blessed Sunday
This story is such a valuable encouragement, Pastor Dion. Thanks for sharing this morning!
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Amen!! Alleluia!! Amen!! To the Glory of God the Father, Amen!!
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Amen and Amen!!! May this be my solemn prayer, dear Lord God Almighty, that I may be steadfast and stand firm in the face of adversity, when I grow weak and weary and that I'm the person that You want me to be, that I'll be an instrument of Your peace, making the right decisions, that I'm Your child worthy to call You FATHER, in the name of JESUS, Amen!!! (h5)
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God I rely on you. Amen
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Praise Father Yahweh, Lord Yeshua and Holy Spirit........
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