0265. 261. Daniel

261. Daniel

An Acrostic Study in Character

Character is what we are in the value of our being, as the gold coin rings out its worth as it is flung on the counter. Think of the character Daniel was. We might make an acrostic on his name.

Devout character, for the “Spirit of the holy” (Dan_5:11) was seen in him, even as the prism reveals the colours of the rainbow.

Attractive character, for there was found in him “light,” “understanding,” and “wisdom,” even as the light, heat, and colour are seen in the gaslight—Dan_5:11.

Noble character, for even the king, who was condemned, appreciated his worth by clothing him in royal apparel and making him a ruler in his kingdom—Dan_5:29.

Incisive character, for as the chisel cuts the wood, so Daniel by his insight into God’s ways made known the handwriting on the wall—Dan_5:25-27.

Excellent character. As the diamond flashes out its worth through the light, so the excellency of the prophet was acknowledged—Dan_5:12.

Living character. No character is living in the truest sense which does not find its source and stream in God Himself. It is the living flower which emits perfume—Eze_14:14.

By: DR. F. E. MARSH