As I sat with Daniel’s pleas, I was reminded of Jesus’ own pleas as he hung on the cross.  Jesus’ plea in the garden before the guards came

Psalm 125-This passage comes from Psalms that are known as songs of ascents. Jews sang them as they ascended the hill to Jerusalem.

Three things stick out to me: God’s redemption, promise and faithfulness. All 3 can be found in the story of Israel, and in our own stories.