A lame man is lowered through a roof to be near Jesus, and walks out carrying his mat under his arm. But the importance of Jesus’ words just before He heals the man are often overlooked; “Friend, your sins are forgiven”. Did Jesus know something about this man, or are these words something each of […]
Life will throw you curve-balls, whether you are a Christian or not. So, is there then an advantage to being a Christian?
Everything is given a value. Some might balk at a Biro costing a whole 10p on one end of the spectrum, and have the same distaste for a ┬ú200m luxury yacht belonging to some rich and famous whoever, while being thrilled at buying a four-bedroom house for a mere ┬ú345,000. But, how much are YOU […]
What in the world is God doing? There is so much to celebrate and yet so much that is wrong. Daniel’s first apocalyptic vision reveals what history is really like, but also takes us behind the scenes to show us that God really is on the throne. The Son of Man is revealed as one […]
“Daniel And The Lions’ Den” is certainly one of the ‘top 10 most remembered Bible stories’. Relegating Daniel’s encounter to history books brings a level of ‘comfort’. But God still wants men and women to live lives of faith in a world full of modern versions of “lions’ dens”; a faith that trusts implicitly in […]
“The Writing Is On The Wall” is a well known and often used expression, usually indicating something less than desirable is destined to occur. The expression’s origins is from Daniel chapter 5, but when Daniel says this to a king named Belshazzar, the consequence is death! Surely we no longer need to heed the dire […]
There are two ways to learn lessons; by the mistakes of others (less painful), or by your mistakes (more painful). Daniel warned Nebuchadnezzar the path he chose would lead to destruction, yet he did not listen. We often become smug when a ‘show off’ is brought down a peg or two… except when it happens […]
When the world demands that we worship its idols will you bow the knee in fear or take your stand in faith? Is this just a ‘nice Bible story of three brave young Jewish lads’? We might not have a literal fiery furnace to help focus our minds, as they did, but the modern world […]
Like a visit to the opticians, the gospel of Jesus Christ helps us to see things clearly. Through Daniel, God revealed himself to a king blinded by power and terrified by the future.
Daniel, a bright, handsome, Jewish ‘whipper-snapper’ without any physical defect or blemish, together with three counterparts, is chosen to serve the king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar. But, can Daniel serve both the king of this land and The King of All Creation at the same time?