From his youth in Babylon to his final days in Persia, Daniel exemplified unwavering faith and persistent prayer. In “In Line, in Prayer,” we enter a moment of Scripture where devotion shapes action, and humility fuels intercession. Discovering Jeremiah’s prophecy of seventy years, Daniel responds not with passivity, but with heartfelt prayer, fasting, and confession. His example reminds us that true prayer begins by aligning our hearts with God’s, seeking His will above our own desires.

Daniel shows that prayer is not a tool to get what we want, but a pathway to get in step with God’s purposes. He identifies with his people’s sin, acknowledging rebellion while trusting in God’s mercy. Even amid judgment and devastation, Daniel sees hope grounded in God’s covenant. His faith teaches us that repentance, Scripture, and surrender are the core of meaningful prayer, transforming it from routine into intimate communion with the Lord.

This passage invites us to reclaim prayer as a sacred discipline — to listen before speaking, mourn before rejoicing, and trust God even when the world seems broken. Just as Daniel stood in the gap for his nation, we are called to stand in prayer for our families, communities, and hearts. Will we seek His will above our own, trusting that the God who hears will act in perfect timing and power?