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September 6

Ezra 3:1-13; Psalm 92:1-15; 126:1-6; Daniel 10:1 to 11:35

Father, many things here, but my heart is drawn to the praises of the Psalms and to the words of the angelic person who appeared to Daniel. I am especially drawn to the words of his current activity, and the response to Daniel’s prayers, as well as the influences that hindered this person, who is thought to be Gabriel. O Father, these people who have returned to Jerusalem and settled in the surrounding towns appear so truly broken and hungry to obey You and worship You. They have discovered the humility that leads to joy and the circle that perpetuates such virtues and blessings. Their songs lift You and I am lifted when I read them. I am also intrigued, Father, by the actions of this person who appeared to Daniel; his business of protection of Cyrus and his apparent constant battling of those who resist his purposes. But he knows the future and he must have an invincible confidence in the Lord. Amen.

Ó 2007 C. E. Briggs