Re:Verse passage – Daniel 2:1-30 (day two)
Daniel said,“Let the name of God be blessed forever and ever, For wisdom and power belong to Him. vs. 20
But as for me, this mystery has not been revealed to me for any wisdom residing in me more than in any other living man, but for the purpose of making the interpretation known to the king, and that you may understand the thoughts of your mind. vs. 30
Daniel had the perfect opportunity to take full advantage of the king and build himself up to a great height. He had the interpretation of the dream, all he had to do was lord it over him, but that is not who Daniel was. He had just given thanks to God who has all wisdom and power, so for him to give credit anywhere other than God would have been sin.
I believe that temptation is great and should not be underestimated. When we are in a position of authority or control we must always remember that it was the Lord who allowed us to get there. Daniel would not have been much of a servant of the Lord if he took credit for this dream interpretation, but it is a good reminder for us to always put the Lord first in every conversation and decision.
