Devotion – Daniel 4

S – Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise, exalt, and glorify the King of the heavens, because all his works are true and his ways are just. He is able to humble those who walk in pride

Daniel 4:37 CSB

O – Commentary:

The king’s acknowledgment of God’s right to rule (vv. 34–35) brought about the restoration of the king’s sanity (cf. v. 34) and a restoration to his throne. Having been humbled before God, Nebuchadnezzar rose to greater heights of honor than he had known when he walked in pride. He said he praised, exalted, and glorified the King of heaven (cf. “honored” and “glorified” in v. 34). These verbs indicate continued action, suggesting that Nebuchadnezzar did these things habitually. These verbs embody the ideas of reverence, respect, honor, admiration, and worship.

“Daniel,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – The most “powerful” man on earth at the time of the writing recognizes that God is King of Heaven.  He ascribes glory to God.  We should do the same.  He is still the King of Heaven.  We need to lose our pride, walk in humility and bring honor to God daily.

R – Lord, thank you for the opportunity to exalt your name.  You alone are worthy of our praise, honor and reverence.  You have blessed us with so much.  You provide your presence to be with us each day and to walk in your power.  Thank you for another day with you.