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The Lord opened the gate and I entered.  I had arrived.  I had been guided here.   I knew this was my new home.  Most are able to leave what was known willingly, I had no option.  The previous was ruins. There was no turning back.  As I walked, I noticed diverse people and cultures.   It  really was a grand place. I  looked up and there it was; a big banner that read:  "Welcome";   "Welcome to Babylon".

For several weeks, I  watched and became familiar with its routine.  I interacted with the people and began to learn their culture.  As time went on, I realized that most, I had seen before.  I admit though, it was not at this magnitude.  I became weary and began to question my Lord's choice.  Why has He brought me to such a place?  How will I handle what was to come?  For the more I  learned about my surroundings, the more complex the challenges became.

The Lord led me to Daniel.  Who else will know how to survive in Babylon?  I determined in my heart, not to contaminate myself with the king's food; Daniel 1:8; Mark 7:15-23.  I knew that praying three times a day would now be a constant practice and a daily desire; Daniel 6:10.  For the only way to survive and endure in such a place would be by relying totally on Him; Phil 4:13.  I also requested his Spirit to conduct my path and reveal his fruits; Galatians 5:22-23.  


So the road ahead is arduous.  I know, that I will not be able to persevere without the Lord's support.  If you think of me, remember where I am.  I live in Babylon.  Pray that my Lord will continue to reveal his grandeur and splendor as I walk.....

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