Just a Guy and his Journey Back to God
Are you wanting to move closer to God? Have you had a relationship with Him, but drifted away? Do you struggle to do His will, hear His voice or live according to His will? Well, you're not alone! You and I have the same struggles. Here, I'll share my daily Bible readings, thoughts, struggles AND successes. It's my hope you'll be encouraged and know you aren't alone in your journey. I am just a guy who knows he needs to get closer to the Living God in order to live my best life and fulfill myself. What I'm not is a pastor, theologian or philosopher. I'm not smarter, more holy or enlightened than the next person. I'm just a guy trying to follow God's will.
Just a Guy and his Journey Back to God
Daniel 11 - The refinement process
Some of the wise will stumble, so that they may be refined, purified and made spotless until the time of the end, for it will still come at the appointed time. Daniel 11:35
Chapter 11 foretells the histories of Xerxes, of Alexander the Great, the division of his kingdom after his death, and the long conflicts between the kings of Syria and Egypt. However, it also mentions that the wise will stumble and go through a refining process. Growth, refinement, isn't always easy. God doesn't just take away our trials and make us "good". We need to go through a purification process.
This has made me think about where I turn when I'm stumbling. Do I turn to God or do I try to solve things on my own? Am I looking in His word, praying on my knees or thinking and scheming? This journey is all about turning to Him and growing in Him. So, join me in reading Daniel 11 and be encouraged!