Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Daniel 7 - 8

What stood out today: Vision of four beasts: v7:18 But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and will possess it forever—yes, for ever and ever. v28 I, Daniel, was deeply troubled by my thoughts, and my face turned pale, but I kept the matter to myself. v8:27 I, Daniel, was exhausted and lay ill for several days. Then I got up and went about the king's business. I was appalled by the vision; it was beyond understanding.

My response: Your plans, O God, include great terror and horror. Sin - rebellion to you - is very great and horrific. Spirit, help me to see and understand just how bad sin really is. Jesus, as great as the rebellion is, your power is so superior. Again good and evil, although opposed, are not even close to equal in power. Yes, Jesus, teach me to fear you rightly. As the One who is above – above and beyond – beyond. Yes, Jesus, when you grant me glimpses of your majesty, the evil in the world shrinks. Thank you for showing Daniel and your Saints what must come to pass. Hallowed be your name. Your Kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Yes – Shalom. Yes – Amen. Yes, Yes, Yes.

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