•   Sunday, 06 Oct, 2024

Staying True to Yourself

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  Pracharam admin

In the world of business, entrepreneurs require skilled and talented employees. Similarly, in the kingdom of Babylon, King Nebuchadnezzar instructed his eunuch master to bring the Israelites, including some of the king's descendants and nobles, to his court. The eunuch was tasked with selecting children who were physically flawless, attractive, highly intelligent, and possessed wisdom and brilliance in all areas of life.
Four young men, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, were ultimately chosen to serve in the royal palace, although it was challenging for them initially. This was all part of God's divine plan, and sometimes it can be difficult to understand why certain problems arise. However, it's essential to remember that nothing happens without God's knowledge. If we entrust our future to Him, He will faithfully protect us.
The eunuch chief also gave the four young men new names: Beltshazzar, Shadrach, Meshak, and Abednego. They were given access to the king's delicacies, freedom, and royal privileges and could obtain whatever they desired at the king's table with just a nod. However, Daniel was determined not to defile himself with the king's food and greatly influenced the other young men not to partake of it as well. He played the role of a mentor and inspired his peers.
Daniel made it clear that he did not derive happiness from worldly pleasures and preferred to live away from such people. Even if one's name is changed, their personality remains the same, and God will guide those who trust Him. Whether we are at work or in college, we come across various individuals who are primarily focused on material gains. We may find ourselves in situations that prompt us to take advantage of worldly benefits, but we must always stay true to our character, which cannot be changed by others.
Before taking any action, we should ask ourselves, "Am I glorifying God through this?" If the answer is yes, we can proceed; if not, we must run away from it. The Apostle Paul stated, "But by the grace of God, I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all, yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me." Let us pray for God to give us a heart that pleases Him and to carry out the tasks entrusted to us.
 

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