Daniel 6:10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime.

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Have you ever heard the phrase, “Set it and forget it”?Probably one of my favorite things to do is automate tasks in my life. I have found when I automate my decisions, I have more mental energy for other things.I don’t have to worry about those decisions because I have already predetermined what they will be. However, I am sure we can all relate to the fact that life often will throw a wrench into our perfect little world, and we are left deserted in a position of unknown. Where do I go from here?

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We find Daniel in a situation where I am sure it would have at least crossed my mind, “What should I do now that this decree is affecting my life so substantially?” With that being said, we come to the question: what should you do when you don’t know what to do? I would imagine we have all experienced times, or we will in the future experience times in our lives when we just don’t know what to do.

I was taught that when you don’t know what to do: Keep doing what you’re supposed to do. Keep walking with God, keep praying, keep serving God and serving others, keep attending church, and stay faithful to your responsibilities. The storms and trials of life often drive us back to the basics and our foundational beliefs, and they remind us that we just need to stay consistent. Staying consistent in the clear areas of life while you go through the unknown and unclear areas of your life is important.

I can’t say for sure, but I would think some fear might have crept into the heart of Daniel when he heard the threats toward his life for his faithful practices. However, I am thankful that the Bible reveals his faithful and challenging example to us to keep doing what’s right and trust that the Lord will honor us in the end for it.

Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

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