Don't Even Try

I was struck by what was said in Daniel 7 about one of the most powerful men in world history:

He will speak against the Most High and oppress his saints and try to change the set times and the laws. (Dan. 7:25)

The operative word here is "try." Though earth's powers will attempt to thwart the plans and purposes of God, they will never succeed. In spite of their hatred of the people of God, the text assures that all "the sovereignty, power and greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be handed over to the saints, the people of the Most High." (v. 27)

Even when all appears to be lost, when it seems like evil has won the day, I will remember that God rules. The reign of evil is a temporary state and even a puppet state at that, for Gopd uses it to accomplish his ultimate ends.

Lord, I receive gratefully your rule. Please bring your Kingdom to its fullest expression. Amen.