"Then Daniel went to his house and made the matter known to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, his companions, and told them to seek mercy from the God of heaven concerning this mystery, so that Daniel and his companions might not be destroyed with the rest of the wise men of Babylon." -- Daniel 2:17-18

What should we do in the face of threatening storms? Daniel was a wise and yet humble man of prayer and he took very careful steps in response to the King's edict. He sought the prayers of others, and he sought the mercy of God. The humble heart knows the need for help and undeserved mercy.

When the wind and rain comes hammering at your door, do you just kick back and relax, or do you seek the help of others? As Jesus taught, where two or three are gathered in His name, there He is in their midst (Matthew 18:19-20). Also, in such circumstances, do we believe that God is under some obligation to save us, or do we rest in His infinite mercy?

As you face every overwhelming challenge my friend, seek the prayer support of others immediately. And as you pray, come before the Lord in utmost humility, seeking His undeserved mercy. Daniel was a great man of God because he was a great man of prayer.