He’ll Protect You
…O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer
thee in this matter. If it be so, our God whom we
serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery
furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O
king. But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that
we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden
image which thou hast set up (Daniel 3:16-18).
As a Christian, never find yourself apologetic,
intimidated, or reluctant to express your
convictions about Christ and the message of the
Gospel. Nothing and no one should prevent or keep
you from proclaiming Jesus as Lord. He’s greater than
any government, institution or parastatal. He rules and
reigns over the universe, everything from galaxies to
governments. No name or power is exempt from His rule
(Ephesians 1:21).
Therefore, refuse to be intimidated by any
legislation that forbids the proclamation or expression
of your faith in Christ, and preaching of the Gospel.
Take a cue from Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego,
who were threatened by the government of the day to
bow down to the king’s golden image or burn in the
fiery furnace. They refused to compromise, choosing
rather to die, than to cower.
Read again in our opening scripture their inspiring
statement of conviction and absolute commitment
to the Lord, in their response to the king’s decree. It
infuriated the king, who ordered that they be thrown
into the fiery furnace. The fire was so intense that it
burnt and killed the men that threw them in. Howbeit,
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were unscathed.
The Lord protected them. When Nebuchadnezzar
noticed they were unhurt by the blazing inferno, he
repented; read his submission in Daniel 3:28-29.
That’s what happens when you stand your ground
in faith, in spite of fierce and daunting opposition. Soon
enough, your detractors will be inspired by your faith
and convictions, which could lead to their salvation.
So, serve God with your life. Your job may be taken
away from you for preaching the Gospel, but they can’t
take away the joy of the Lord that’s in your spirit. They
may liquidate your company, but they can’t liquidate
your spirit.
God is able! Trust Him. He delivered Shadrach,
Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace; He
brought Daniel out of the lion’s den; He delivered
Mordecai from wicked Haman. He’s the One that
stands for you; He’s the One that fights for you. He’s
the One that protects you.
Prayer
Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for the comfort of the Scriptures;
I’m strengthened and energized by the Spirit in my inner man such
that no matter the challenges, I triumph gloriously. The Holy
Spirit lives in me, and He’s made me more than a conqueror, in
Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Further study:
daniel 6:27; romans 8:26-28; daniel 3:28-29
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 13:24-43
Genesis 44-45
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 7:21-29
Genesis 19