But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.”
The story of the three Hebrew young men in the Fiery Furnace of King Nebuchadnezzar's Babylon is equally popular amongst children and adults. It has all the elements that great stories are made of: a villain King, betrayal of acquaintances, defiant heroes and miraculous deliverance. A very satisfying and entertaining story!
One point that always capture our attention is the intimate relationship between God and Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. They expressed their complete confidence in the ability of God to deliver them out of the King's hands. But they also let it be known that 'no matter what', God always reserved the right to NOT answer our prayers the way we want him to.
Our trust in God, our love for God, out faith in God shoud be just as unconditional as his love and acceptance of us. Even if our prayers are not answered as we asked it should never change our relationship with GOD.
This is the mark of a mature believer!
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