What is confidence? Wikipedia defines it as "a state of being certain either that a hypothesis or prediction is correct or that a chosen course of action is the best or most effective."
This Sunday, we will learn the key to having confidence. Daniel demonstrated no confidence in man (Paul would later warn the Philippian church about placing confidence in the "flesh" - Phil. 3), but instead fully trusted God. After having stood by his convictions in Daniel 1, he then demonstrates confidence in the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe.
As God lays out the scope of human history and the changing of power by world empires, Daniel helps King Nebuchadnezzar to see that only God knows the future:
"27 Daniel replied, "No wise man, enchanter, magician or diviner can explain to the king the mystery he has asked about, 28 but there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries. He has shown King Nebuchadnezzar what will happen in days to come."
Notice the definition of confidence is "certainty that a prediction is correct." Daniel 2 is one of the most amazing predictions in Scripture, as it accurately predicts the future kingdoms in order throughout world history.
How should we respond to this amazing teaching in Scripture? By applying another Scripture verse to our daily living:
"But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him." (Jer. 17:7)
And another..."Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding..." (Prov. 3:5)
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