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Faith Without Guarantees
Commentators stress that Daniel's faith was not a guarantee of earthly deliverance. He was prepared to die, trusting in God's character and the hope of eternal life, not in a specific outcome. John Calvin explains that Daniel believed in God, not because he knew he would be saved from the lions, but because he knew his ultimate hope was secure in God, whether in life or death. This is the model of faith praised in Hebrews 11.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 6:23
18th Century
Theologian
Then was the king exceeding glad for him – On account of Daniel. That is, he rejoiced for Daniel's sake that he had received no hur…
Charles Spurgeon
On Daniel 6:16–24
19th Century
Preacher
Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God, whom th…
John Calvin
On Daniel 6:23
16th Century
Theologian
Daniel confirms what he had previously narrated concerning the feelings of King Darius. Just as the king had departed in anxiety to his palace, had…
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John Gill
On Daniel 6:23
17th Century
Pastor
Then was the king exceeding glad for him
For Daniel, because of his safety, because he was alive, and in health, and…
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 6:18–24
17th Century
Minister
The best way to have a good night, is to keep a good conscience. We are sure of what the king doubted, that the servants of the living God have a M…