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the right friends

Daniel 2:46-49 (JDV)

Daniel 2:46 Then King Nebuchadnezzar fell face-down, worshiped Daniel, and gave orders to present an offering and incense to him.
Daniel 2:47 The king said to Daniel, “Your God is indeed God of gods, Lord of kings, someone who reveals mysteries, since you were able to reveal this mystery.”
Daniel 2:48 Then the king promoted Daniel and gave him many generous gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief governor over all the wise men of Babylon.
Daniel 2:49 At Daniel’s request, the king appointed Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to manage the province of Babylon. But Daniel remained at the king’s court.

the right friends

When Daniel was promoted and given authority over Babylon, he asked that his three friends join him in the administration. He knew the value of keeping wise friends close.

“When your life is on the line, you want someone supporting you whom you trust—someone you can give your heart and life to for safekeeping. Strong leaders are wise to invest their lives in the right friendships. Pray and ask the Lord about the friendships you should have. He will help you make wise choices” (Gregor, Shanna D. Legendary Leaders of the Bible: 15 Stories You Should Know. Barbour Publishing 2011. p.144).