DAY 14: TAKING A STAND

TAKING A STAND

7 I, Daniel, was the only one who saw the vision; those who were with me did not see it, but such terror overwhelmed them that they fled and hid themselves. 8 So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision; I had no strength left, my face turned deathly pale and I was helpless. 9 Then I heard him speaking, and as I listened to him, I fell into a deep sleep, my face to the ground.10 A hand touched me and set me trembling on my hands and knees. 11 He said, "Daniel, you who are highly esteemed, consider carefully the words I am about to speak to you, and stand up, for I have now been sent to you." And when he said this to me, I stood up trembling.12 Then he continued, "Do not be afraid, Daniel. Since the first day that you set your mind to gain understanding and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them. -Daniel 10:7-12 NIV®

Devotional

There is a saying, "If we don't stand for something, we will fall for anything." As Christians, we stand on the promises of God as we engage in the evils of this world. I am reminded that I do not stand alone because our God is always with me. Because the corruption of this world cannot match His power, victory is secured because Jesus Christ has already overcome and defeated the enemy; thereby, we stand still and firm with our God as our Shield and stronghold. 

Prayer

Father, You are King of Kings and Lord of Lords! For there is no power, no flesh and blood that can stand against You; for You are mighty and God all by yourself! I humble myself at your feet and know that You can keep me from falling as I stand against the wiles of the evil one who seeks to steal my joy. Allow your Spirit to protect and provide what I need to stand still in You and You alone, in Jesus' Name, Amen!

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