Then he said to me, “Do not fear, Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard; and I have come because of your words.
Daniel 10:12
Daniel was studying Jeremiah’s prophecies when he realized that God had set a time frame for his people to return to their country. Daniel also realized that the people had not in large numbers repented and the prophecy wasn’t being fulfilled because of the people’s unrepentant heart. Daniel began to fast and pray. He confessed the sins of his people in intercession. While he was praying Gabriel came to him and explained the time frame for the Messiah’s first coming as well as the restoration of Israel. This understanding along with the vision that Daniel received overwhelmed Daniel. Still now release for his people. Daniel started another fast. He prayed for his people. Then an angel showed up to let him know that his prayers had been heard. The angel explained the local events that were to happen in Persia and Greece that would bring their release. Daniel fell and told him that the first vision had been too much for him. He asked how he could stand another. The angel strengthened him for the job.
We can take encouragement from Daniel’s prayer life. Even though it seemed as nothing was happening God’s angelic beings were fighting for His people and Daniel’s prayer were somehow affecting the battle positively for his people! Our prayers count. God hears us from the beginning of humble prayers. He will answer. Maybe not with an angel but He will answer.
Lord Jesus, grow Your people in numbers, maturity, and gifting. Send your heavenly warriors to strengthen Your people that your kingdom may grow.
Praying For His People’s Release,
Pastor Jason
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