This sequence of events illustrates a Biblical principal. You may recall the parable of the talents, in which the servants who increased the master’s worldly wealth were rewarded with a closer relationship with the master and a larger area of responsibility. Recall Joseph, who was so good at what he did that he was made the head of what may have been the largest business entity in the world at that time — Pharoh’s grain
buying, storing and distribution business.
3. His excellence in the King’s service brought him influence with the King.
In Daniel’s life his access to the King and
influence with him were enabled by Daniel’s excellent work in the service of the king. In an earlier post, I discussed the relationship between excellence in your career and growing influence. Doing well for a secular employer is a path to greater influence, and Daniel’s life illustrates that Biblical principle.
3. He stuck to his faith when he was
ordered not to.
On several occasion, Daniels’ detractors set him up so that his adherence to a relationship with God was seen as a disobedience to the King. In spite of his favored positions, Daniel remained faithful, even under.... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE