Day 333 Bible Readings – Daniel 5:5-6 (ESV)

Daniel 4:19-37, Daniel 5:1-16, 2 Peter 3, Proverbs 20:25-30

Daniel 5:5-6 (ESV)

“ Immediately the fingers of a human hand appeared and wrote on the plaster of the wall of the king's palace, opposite the lampstand. And the king saw the hand as it wrote. Then the king's color changed, and his thoughts alarmed him; his limbs gave way, and his knees knocked together.”

In Daniel 5:5–6, we come across the story that gave us the phrase “the handwriting on the wall.” King Belshazzar was throwing a huge party, and in the middle of it he decided to use the gold and silver cups that his father, King Nebuchadnezzar, had taken from the temple in Jerusalem. These were sacred vessels, set apart for worshiping God, but Belshazzar treated them like ordinary party dishes.In response, God sent a supernatural sign. A mysterious hand appeared and began writing on the wall of the palace. It terrified the king so badly that his legs gave out and his knees started knocking together. He had no idea what the writing meant, but he knew it wasn’t good.

Daniel later explained the message: God was bringing Belshazzar’s reign to an end, and his kingdom would be divided. And that’s exactly what happened. Belshazzar died that very night.

It’s funny, people still use the phrase “the handwriting on the wall” to mean a clear warning that something bad is coming, but most don’t realize it comes from this story in Daniel. No one today expects a literal hand to start writing on their wall, but we all know what it feels like when a situation has that sense of “uh-oh, something’s about to happen.” What usually gets forgotten is why the handwriting appeared in the first place: Belshazzar showed total disrespect for the things of God. The miracle was so dramatic that it became the part everyone remembered.

For us as believers, this story is a reminder that God does see when people mock Him or treat holy things carelessly. His justice is real, and His judgment is certain—even when people don’t believe in Him. God isn’t indifferent to disrespect or injustice.

If these verses speak to you—if you feel drawn to put your trust in Jesus Christ, who rules over everything with perfect justice—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, talk to Him through the prayer below, and tell Him you trust Him. Invite Him into your life. He’s faithful, and He will meet you right where you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen. If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 332 Bible Readings for November 29 - Daniel 3:24-25 (ESV)

Daniel 3:13-30, Daniel 4:1-18, 2 Peter 2, Proverbs 20:15-24

Daniel 3:24-25 (ESV)

“Then King Nebuchadnezzar was astonished and rose up in haste. He declared to his counselors, “Did we not cast three men bound into the fire?” They answered and said to the king, “True, O king.” He answered and said, “But I see four men unbound, walking in the midst of the fire, and they are not hurt; and the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.””

In Daniel 3:24–25, we read what happened when King Nebuchadnezzar ordered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego into the fiery furnace after they refused to worship the golden image he had set up. As the king watched, he saw a fourth figure standing in the fire with them. Not only was there a fourth man, but all four appeared to be walking freely and were completely unbound.

I’ve always loved these verses that reveal how the Lord is present with His people in the midst of the fire. When the three Hebrew boys came out of the furnace, Scripture says they didn’t even smell like smoke—there was no sign that the flames had touched them. There have been countless sermons preached on this passage, and I doubt my reflections add anything new to what many believers have already shared.

Instead, I want to honor these verses by sharing my favorite worship song that celebrates the “fourth man in the fire”: “Trust in God” by Elevation Worship.” Enjoy!

If these verses—and this song—resonate with you, and you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, who is always with His people during their most difficult moments, this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him through the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 331 Bible Readings for November 28 - 2 Peter 1:16-18 (ESV)

Daniel 2:24-49, Daniel 3:1-12, 2 Peter 1, Proverbs 20:5-14

2 Peter 1:16-18 (ESV)

“For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he received honor and glory from God the Father, and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased,” we ourselves heard this very voice borne from heaven, for we were with him on the holy mountain.”

In 2 Peter 1:16–18, Peter tells believers that the stories of Jesus Christ are not myths or products of human imagination. The apostles’ teachings were based on their direct experience and eyewitness accounts. Peter then refers to the transfiguration, when he, James, and John heard the Lord affirm Christ as His Son. In that moment, they received a divine revelation directly from Father-God. Peter reassured believers that the authentic, firsthand teachings of Jesus Christ were the solid foundation of their faith.

Peter wrote this letter to believers in the Greco-Roman world, where myths and fables were a normal part of religious life. Today, we face almost the opposite problem: instead of believing every myth, many people doubt the authenticity of Christ and His teachings. Yet historians, archaeologists, and scholars continue to research the life of Jesus, and instead of disproving the Bible, their work repeatedly confirms that Christ, Peter, and the disciples were real historical figures.

We also see the continuation of the miraculous works that began in Jesus’s ministry. The apostles performed miracles through the power Christ gave them, and many believers testify that miracles still occur today. I have personally witnessed medical healings after pastors prayed for those in need. Christ performed many miracles during His life and then passed that authority first to His disciples, like Peter, and then to all who believe in Him. The promises of the Lord, given to us through His Son Jesus Christ, remain just as valid today as they were when Christ walked the earth.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, whose teachings and miracles are still available to all who believe—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him through the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 330 Bible Readings - Daniel 1: 8 (ESV) - Happy Thanksgiving!

May Father-God bless you as you celebrate this day of Thanksgiving with friends and family, and remember all the blessings He has given you in your life!

Daniel 1, Daniel 2:1-23, 1 Peter 5, Proverbs 19:23-29, Proverbs 20:1-4

Daniel 1: 8 (ESV)

“But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king’s food, or with the wine that he drank. Therefore, he asked the chief of the eunuchs to allow him not to defile himself.”

In Daniel 1:8, we read about the prophet Daniel. King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon attacked Jerusalem and captured Daniel and three of his friends to serve in his palace. Wanting to remain faithful to Jewish dietary laws even while living in a foreign land, Daniel asked for permission to continue following the laws of his faith and to refrain from eating the king’s food or drinking his wine.

Through his actions, Daniel demonstrated two important principles for believers in Christ. First, he was faithful to the Lord’s standards for ceremonial cleanliness according to Jewish law, even though he lived far from home and faced pressure to conform. Second, Daniel showed courage by standing firm in his convictions and respectfully seeking permission from the chief official to abstain from the royal food and wine. Because Daniel honored the Lord, Scripture tells us that Father-God moved the chief official to show him favor. When we honor Him, the Lord provides protection and blessings to His people.

The story of Daniel and the king’s food reminds me that a believer needs to remain faithful in every area of life, no matter how small it may seem. It also shows that a believer can uphold their faith while still showing respect to those in authority. In today’s world, I constantly feel pressure to conform to society’s standards. I used to work on Sundays during my job’s busy season, and I thought nothing of missing church. Going out for after-work drinks with coworkers became a weekly ritual meant to “bond” with my team. Yet those habits did not draw me closer to the Lord—they pulled me further away from my faith. Although I eventually left that job, I now follow Daniel’s example by declining Sunday-morning work so I can be in church. I can still spend time with coworkers after work, but I no longer feel the need to drink. I want the faith of Daniel—to show God the Father how deeply I honor Him and to live under His protection and blessing.

If this verse resonates with you—if you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, who protects and blesses those who honor Him—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him through the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.