S(Daniel 2:30) "...This mystery has been revealed to me, not because of any wisdom I have more than all the living, but in order that the interpretation [of the dream] may be made known to the king, and that you may know the thoughts of your mind."
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God captured King Nebuchadnezzar's attention by implanting dramatic thoughts in his head--a dream--but withholding His explanation for that drama. God's purpose was to help the king understand both the meaning and the context of his life as well as the contents of his thoughts. But as God often does, He had someone else convey that coveted information.
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Like Daniel, I need to learn to seek God and to recognize His voice. Also like Daniel, I want to remember that I need help from godly people: God uses them to help me organize and understand my thoughts. I prefer for Him to tell me directly. I'd rather be independent and without need for other peoples help, but that attitude is contrary to what God designed for people.
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Lord, I like to think that my own brain can solve my own problems, but the messes I've made should be ample proof for me that You're right, that I need to humble myself before You as well as to submit to others (1 Peter 5:1-7; Ephesians 5:14-20; James 4:6-10). Help me to be dependent on You, independent of sin, and interdependent with people.
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