Daniel 1:1-2:23, 1 Peter 3:8-4:6, Psalm 119:65-80, Proverbs 28:14
Pray: Father grant me wisdom. Give me knowledge in Your word today. Bless me with the opportunity to speak wisdom and encouragement in the lives of others.
Read: (Daniel 1:17) "God gave these four men an unusual aptitude for understanding every aspect of literature and wisdom. And God gave Daniel the special ability to interpret the meanings of visions and dreams."
Edify: We see as the book of Daniel opens how the people of Israel came under siege from King Nebuchadnezzar. They were held captive in every way possible. The strong, good looking men were even taken away to Babylon to be taught the language and literature of Babylon. They were to be trained 3 years and enter the royal service of Babylon. Their names were even changed to take away the influence of the God of Israel to be replaced by new names symbolizing their service to Babylon. Their identity was to be stripped and replaced. As much as the King of Babylon wanted to influence God's people he would see that God had the opposite plan in mind.
Practice: Leadership is influence. Make a list of people you have influence over. This can be your workplace, your friends, family and of course your household. How can you begin to influence them in a godly way? Take one or two intentional steps to influence them. Take action! Because the world is more than ready to influence them in worldly ways. Be in prayer today to take action in your influence of others.
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