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Daniel 6:3 – “Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princess, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.”
We often admire people who stand out—whether in business, sports, ministry, or leadership. But what makes them different? Is it luck or talent? Our opening scripture provides a perfect explanation—it is the commitment to excellence. Daniel was not born into privilege, nor did he have powerful connections, yet he was preferred above others because of the excellent spirit within him. He was diligent, wise, and reliable, and that positioned him for promotion.
Consider David, he did not just know how to play the harp; he mastered it. When King Saul needed a skilled musician, David’s name came up because of his excellence (1 Samuel 16:18). His skill did not just bring him before the king; it opened the door to his destiny. When you invest in doing your best, God will position you for greatness.
Today, draw up a plan to sharpen your skills, develop discipline, and commit to doing things well. As you cultivate a spirit of excellence, doors will open, favour will follow, and God will lift you to new levels of achievement. Glory to God!
START-UP PRAYER
Father, in the name of Jesus. I ask for grace to break free from mediocrity and seek excellence in all I do, in Jesus’ name.
PRAYER FOR A NATION
CHILE
Catholicism was disestablished as the state church in 1925, however its influence is still strong, and 70% of people identify with the faith. Despite this, only 13% of Catholics regularly attend mass, and the society is moving further from traditions of the past. Social mores in areas such as divorce and cohabitation are becoming increasingly liberal, while crime, drug abuse, and materialism are also on the rise.
PRAYER FOR THE NATION
Father, in the name of Jesus, we pray against the spirit of liberalism and anything that exalts itself above Your Word, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR THE LEADERS
Father, in the name of Jesus, we ask that You fill the minds of the leaders in this nation with justice and truth. Let their desire be to please You and not themselves in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR ISRAEL
Father, we pray against every agenda of hell to dispossess Israel of their Land, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR UNITY IN THE CHURCH
Father, in the name of Jesus, we pray against the abuse of spiritual authority in the Church. Fill the hearts of all church leaders with a passion to serve Your people, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR SOULS / REVIVAL
Father, open the eyes of the unsaved to the deceitfulness of sin, that they may repent and turn to You, in Jesus name.
STUDY THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
– Numbers 30 & 31
– Psalm 74
– John 6
