22 Because of the steadfast love of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail.

23 They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!

— Lamentations 3:22-23

Your steadfast love, O Lord, extends to the heavens, your faithfulness to the clouds.

— Psalm 36:5

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, to a thousand generations.

— Deuteronomy 7:9

But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.

— 2 Corinthians 12:9

So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

— Galatians 5:16

In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words.

— Romans 8:26

Thoughts on Today’s Reading

Grace, mercy and salvation from Christ to you.

We often look at a character in the Bible like Daniel as if he possessed a brand of invincibility we will never experience. Did he ever cringe in fear or feel discouraged? Ultimately, Daniel’s steadfast faith does not reveal his inherent strength but God’s unwavering faithfulness. Our thoughts, words, and actions reveal what we believe about God. Can we see beyond our challenges to bear witness to God, no matter the cost? God’s faithfulness emboldens us to trust Him!

God shines His light through our human weaknesses to reflect His character. On our own, we are powerless to stand strong or live boldly for Christ. We need the Holy Spirit living within us to transform, empower, and lead us in righteous living. Through faith in Jesus Christ, believers are redeemed from the penalty and power of sin and equipped to live for God in a world that turns its back on Him. Someday, in His eternal presence, believers will be freed from sin’s presence. Knowing this, we can live courageously today!