This poem encourages the reader to have courage and stand up for their faith like Daniel from the Bible. It references several biblical figures like Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego who remained faithful to God even when pressured to conform. The poem urges readers to not waver in their faith or conform to worldly ideas, but to stand firm in their purpose and walk with God.

1. 23-04-09
Poem
Dare to be like Daniel
Daring to be as Daniel was
Prepared to stand for a worthy cause
Zealous to obtain God’s gift of life
Hands down everything was a willing sacrifice
I asked my father, Lord where do I stand today?
He said my child in ‘Glory,’ now cease not to pray
In the journey that is my character
I’ve found new gates to enter
My children waver not if you falter
Are always the words from our heavenly father
I asked again is there forgiveness for me
Blessed are the children of God’s family
Fret not today, for God is the only way
Wake to pray give thanks so you doth not stray
Stand like Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego
Hebrew at heart and faithfulness they bestowed
Bowed not to any graven image
Young people we have the work of God to finish
Don’t conform to the clichéd ideas of the world
But hold fast to the purpose of God’s word
Today you and I can stand as firm as Daniel then
Faithfully we won’t condemn our souls to a lions’ Den
We need only do lil by lil as best we can
Shall we dare to be like Daniel and stand.
Dare to stand having a purpose firm
And yes willing to stand alone
Standing by God’s purpose true
Will you be among the chosen few.
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