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Daniel 10:6 His body looked like a precious gem. His face flashed like lightning, and his eyes flamed like torches. His arms and feet shone like polished bronze, and his voice roared like a vast multitude of people.
Sadly, many in our culture do not believe in supernatural experiences. If something cannot be explained by the known laws of science, or if it cannot be known by the 5 senses, then it doesn’t exist. Or so the argument goes.
But the Bible was not written to oppose science. Nor was it written to only focus on supernatural events. But every once in a while an event does occur that cannot be explained by the known laws of science.
In the Book of Daniel, we see Daniel and others have dreams, visions, and/or other experiences which are out of the ordinary. In Daniel 10, Daniel has a vision of an angel. This angel gave him strength and comfort in a moment when he felt neither. As you read today, consider a time when God gave you strength or comfort in a moment when you felt neither. In what ways did that experience strengthen your faith?
DANIEL 10:1-11:1, EPHESIANS 6:10-17 (also read the commentary notes in your Study Bible of choice.)
QUESTION: Write about a time when God gave you strength or comfort in a moment when you felt neither. In what ways did that experience strengthen your faith?
REAL LIFE PRACTICE: Practice breath prayers throughout the day. Breathe in with the first part of the prayer, then exhale with the second. Some examples include: “Lord Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner.” “Speak Lord, I am listening.” “You are the potter, I am the clay.” “Peace. Be still.”
Take a Step: Remember to continue utilizing the One Minute Pause app throughout the week. If possible, begin to explore and practice the 3, 5 or 10 minute pause to more deeply root yourself in Christ.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, If I were to write down every experience I’ve had in which You provided me strength or comfort, I would be writing for years on end. Thank You for giving me the strength to practice contentment each and every day. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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