Daniel is a leader with great character. Even at a young age he is resolved to do what is right. He knows what is right or wrong. He understands who he is and what he should do.
But, there are some other words used to describe Daniel that are much needed in my life. Daniel asks permission to not eat the kings food. Daniel shows himself as kind and respectful to those who do not share his faith. He seems to realize that they can make decisions with little consideration to what matters to him.
He asks again and says please test us. He asks for a 10 day trial of eating a diet of vegetables. Actually he requests to eat only what comes from the ground.
The staff accepts and agrees to Daniels suggestions. They like Daniel and show him respect. Maybe he was likable and respectable.
Daniel was in a foreign land. A place where most did not know or follow his God. Sometimes I feel the place where I live is more like what Daniel faced. Today it seems most will claim faith in God and then do what is right in their own eyes. Daniel knew the teachings of the Bible as well as the God of the Bible. I want to be more like Daniel is how he is kind to all kinds of people. I agree with his resolve to do what is right. I want more of his example of kindness to show through in my life.
For more info see the Book of Daniel from the Bible.
