What is your consecration?

 “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.