Court in Session (Edited) Read: Daniel 7:1-14 I watched as thrones were put in place and the Ancient One sat down to judge. Daniel 7:9 Daniel has just seen a vision of foreboding beasts, each representing the brutality of empires, merciless in their quest to gain and retain power. They posture in pride and devour their opposition. Among the thrones comes the Ancient of Days, humanlike (in contrast to the animalistic figures of the empires) and full of wisdom and fiery presence. He sits down, surrounded by innumerable subjects, servants, and loyal followers. His court is now in session. So God holds court. The Ancient One renders judgments. Daniel is terrified by his vision, but God is not terrified by anything. He holds infinitely greater power than the powerful ones of earth can grasp. And His throne is the only one that really counts. We understand evil chronologically. “How long?” we ask Him, waiting for the day of restoration. He sees evil as a transitional part of the story that glorifies Him and works to our advantage. Yes, that story can be painful, but every trial we experience is an opportunity to be catapulted further into our destiny. That’s what His courtroom decrees—all things working together for the good of those who love Him. And nothing can overturn His decree. A Trump election does not mean times of trouble like the world has never seen are canceled. Yet Jesus says fear not for I have overcome the world. God is so powerful that He can direct any evil to a good end. THOMAS AQUINAS https://refreshdevos.com/link/sUEurwqACvpLweDb7

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