Curious Christian

Consider this as a model for prophetic living:

1. Daniel never converted a single Babylonian, but he did stand firm in his convictions with his companions in a hostile environment, he did make an impact on the direction of Babylonian society, and did plant seeds of faith amongst the magi which bore fruit centuries later.
2. Daniel didn’t pin his hopes on the reconstitution of Israel in the next decade, but he did dream of amazing things ahead. A hope tinged with sober awareness of the struggles ahead but an enduring hope nevertheless.
3. Daniel never built a temple or altar to God in Babylon, but his love for God was nevertheless evident to all. He worshipped with his window open. And his actions did bring public honour to God; worship from pagans of a kind, even if not exclusive.

If Daniel ran a mission like this today, he’d be an abject failure by revivalist measures. No membership increases, no new church buildings, and no hype for the year ahead. Yet he’s considered one of the greatest prophets in the Bible.