“But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.” Daniel 1:8 KJV
You must avoid things that defile; that is your consecration. Your
consecration will place demands on you than what is expected from a common man if you
desire to be God’s choice among men (Matthew 5:20). Consecration begins with a decision of the
heart. Daniel purposed within himself that he would not be defiled by what was
offered from the king’s table. Anyone who desires to walk closely with God must
be willing to avoid anything that contaminates the spirit, weakens conviction,
or compromises divine identity. Your personal consecration will position you to
receive the best of God.
In this generation, you must have a form of godliness with power (2
Timothy 3:5); your consecration will ensure that. You must present yourself as
a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable
service (Romans 12:1). Even in the dispensation of grace, consecration is still
required. Grace is not a license for defilement; it is the power to live above
the corruption of this world. Without consecration, the system of this world
will swallow a man.
Prophetic Word: I declare over your life that the
grace to live a separated and consecrated life comes upon you now. You will not
be swallowed by the corruption of this world. The Lord will strengthen your
inner man, purify your desires, and make you a vessel of honour. As Daniel
stood out in Babylon, you will stand out in your generation. You will not be
defiled, distracted, or defeated, in Jesus’ name.
Prayer: Father, give me the
grace to live a consecrated life. Help me to avoid anything that defiles my
spirit, weakens my faith, or separates me from Your purpose. I present my body,
soul, and spirit to You as a living sacrifice. Make me holy, acceptable, and useful
in Your hands. Let the power of godliness be evident in my life, and let me
stand firm in You, even in a corrupt generation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
