The King ordered the chief to bring young men into the king’s service, that not only came from the royal family, but who also obtained the right habits to perform an important function in the palace.
These virtues were found in Daniel and his friends:
1. Healthy young men: these young men ate appropriately and had a lifestyle that allowed them to be healthy.
2. Strong and handsome: their habits made them strong and their physical appearances were decent enough to perform the functions in the palace.
3. Showing aptitude for every kind of learning: they were knowledgeable and willing to learn any kind of work.
4. Well informed: they were wise, intelligent and they knew how to apply knowledge.
5. Quick to understand: they had character and they knew how to make right decisions in spite of the consequences.
6. Qualified to serve in the King’s palace: they knew how to serve God and men.
These qualities made Daniel standout, appointed him as the governor of Babylon and the chief of all the wise men; therefore the king gave him many fine gifts.
His friends were also benefitted and they all came with him to work for the government.
Keeping a healthy life especially physically can open great doors to opportunities that would have been closed if we were sick or did not have enough energy.
Let’s take care of our body because it will help us accomplish God’s purpose every day. Let’s seek knowledge and keep the attitude of an apprentice throughout our whole life; because it will open doors that will bring blessings to us and to those who surround us.
Think about it:
- What qualities that prophet Daniel had have opened doors in your life?
- What habits can you incorporate in your daily life that will help you see better results?
