Have you ever wondered about Daniel's reaction in the presence of the king when the proclamation was made before he went into prayer? One thing the Bible emphasizes is that after the decree was issued, Daniel went to his place, as usual, and offered prayers to God. When I reached this point, I couldn't help but wonder why Daniel, being part of the governor's council, didn't protest or speak his mind. However, the Bible does not record such an account. Looking back at Daniel's life story, he displayed restraint in his speech; he only spoke when the Lord permitted him or when he was asked a question by the ruler or king.
Daniel didn't have to worry about the lion's den—it wasn't his concern because he was already constantly in a den of people who behaved "like a roaring lion" seeking to devour his voice and ordinances in the Lord. Thus, he didn't feel the need to defend his God or express his truth.
When you find yourself in a strange land, and the Lord gives you an excellent spirit, which can also be described in Psalm 23 as "You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies" (Psalm 23:5, NKJV), it may not seem like you are in a warfare, but in reality, a battle is arising—a battle to constantly enthrone Yeshua in a place where He isn’t accepted or honored. Daniel had to continuously contend with his colleagues and their policies. That's why the Bible notes that even before the sun went down, he had already lifted his voice in prayer "three times a day" (Daniel 6:10, NKJV).
Yes, Daniel held a position of authority in the land, but he understood that the kingdom he represented didn't fight first with ideology or by proclaiming their truth. There is a greater way, which is the way of prayer.
The generation we live in often wants to assert their truth and have a say in every discussion and argument. But God is urging us to put a constraint on our tongues and engage in constant intercession. More effective and positive changes will occur if you choose to adopt Daniel's strategy in battle. He said he understood by books, and when he had understanding, he waged war through prayer to seek a way for himself and his generation (Daniel 9:2).
Daniel is calling us today: instead of trying to be heard and understood, why not take a detour and wage war on your knees? God is saying, *"Fight, for I have given you a tongue that speaks fire"*. But first, you must wage war in the spiritual realm and see it manifested in the physical. In that moment, people will choose to follow your way—not because you argued your truth in multiple conversations, but because victory has been granted to you in the realm of the spirit.
Daniel wielded considerable authority in his time but faced attacks—yet he did not suffer defeat.
What say you?
Will you choose to speak your truth even when you see that the god of this world has blinded their eyes?
Or will you engage in spiritual warfare first?
Just like Daniel, we are promised victory because *Jesus is our Victory*.
Stay Revived!
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