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Quest for God's Own Heart
The Old Testament
Through the Eyes of Michael the Archangel 

“‘I am the Lord, and I do not change. That is why you descendants of Jacob are already destroyed.  Ever since the days of your ancestors, you have scorned my decrees and failed to obey them. Now return to me, and I will return to you,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies.”

(Malachi 3:6-7a) 

(Michael the Archangel retelling the story of Malachi) 

Malachi stood up as he pointed at the man in anger. He walked into the crowd as he declared, “If you live for the God of Israel, then why do you bow down before the false gods of other nations? Can their gods answer your prayers? Do they supply all of your needs? Do you really think you can do anything you want six days out of the week, then expect the God of the Universe to bless your life because of the sacrifices you offer?

“The God of Israel declares, ‘The sacrifice that I desire is a humble heart, not a heart that is divided. I will not bless your sacrifices, if you do not come to Me in humility.’”

One of the priests pushed through the crowd and stood face to face with the prophet of God, with rage in his eyes. “Who are you to question the way we worship the Lord our God? You’re just an old fool. Why don’t you go back home? No one wants to listen to your foolishness anyway. We know whom we worship and it’s not this God of judgment you talk about.”

Malachi looked at the priest with a look of frustration. “The Lord our God declares, ‘Who are you to rebuke My prophet? I am the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. You walk around My city, pretending to be worthy of My Holy Name, but you are unclean on the inside. Your motives are vile to Me, for you only pretend to be a follower of Mine.’”…

           …Malachi stopped in the middle of the crowd, lifting his hands toward Heaven, “I’m Your servant, my God, and have followed and worshiped You my whole life. I pray that Your people will turn from their evil ways and seek You with all their heart, so that they, too, can enjoy the blessings of being Your child.”

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Quest for God's Own Heart
The Old Testament
Through the Eyes of Michael the Archangel 

“Then he said, ‘don’t be afraid, Daniel. Since the first day you began to pray for understanding and to humble yourself before your God, your request has been heard in heaven. I have come in answer to your prayer. But for twenty-one days the spirit prince of the kingdom of Persia blocked my way. Then Michael, one of the archangels, came to help me, and I left him there with the spirit prince of the kingdom of Persia. Now I am here to explain what will happen to your people in the future, for this vision concerns a time yet to come.’”

(Daniel 10:12-14) 

(Michael the Archangel retelling the story of Daniel Part 2) 

As Daniel looked up, Gabriel stood before him, wearing a robe as bright as the morning snow, and around his waist hung a belt made of pure gold, reflecting the sunlight that glanced off the waters of the river as it gently flowed south toward the Taurus Mountains of Persia. His face flashed with bolts of lightning, and his eyes burned with fire. As Gabriel spoke, he roared like a multitude of angels.

            Daniel’s strength left him as he fell face-first to the ground, trembling in fear. Gabriel knelt down and picked him up as he spoke softly, “Do not fear me, Daniel, for you’re precious in the eyes of God. I would have come sooner, but Satan kept me from traveling to see you. God had to send Michael the Archangel to free me from his clutches.

“Be encouraged and stay strong in the Lord, for the God of Peace has lifted you with His loving arms, giving you the strength and courage you need to withstand the fiery darts of the enemy. Walk with me now, so that I may share with you God’s warning to His people.”

             As they walked down the river, Gabriel shared with Daniel God’s warning to the people of Israel. Once again, they have turned their backs on Him, but, He is a God of mercy, and He is always waiting with His arms opened wide. God always welcomes His children back home.

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  Quest for God's Own Heart
The Old Testament
Through the Eyes of Michael the Archangel 

“Daniel answered, ‘Long live the king! My God sent his angel to shut the lions’ mouths so that they would not hurt me, for I have been found innocent in his sight. And I have not wronged you, Your Majesty.’ The king was overjoyed and ordered that Daniel be lifted from the den. Not a scratch was found on him, for he had trusted in his God.”

(Daniel 6:21-23) 

(Michael the Archangel retelling the story of Daniel Part 1) 

Suddenly, from Heaven, God the Father called me. “Michael, protect My servant.”

The lions got up as they slowly crept toward Daniel. I summoned a bolt of lightning from Heaven, thrusting it between Daniel and the lions. The explosion sent them all to the ground. The intensity of God’s glory continued to consume me, as the shadows from the den melted away. I stood before Daniel, still radiating from God’s majesty. He shielded his eyes as he bowed before me. “My Lord and my God,” he declared. The luster dissipated allowing him to see me more clearly. I stood there, wearing a robe as white as pure snow.

“Do not fear me, Daniel, for I’m only a servant like you. I am Michael the Archangel,” I told him. “I have been sent by the God of the Universe to shut the mouths of the lions. You’re safe in His loving arms. Because of your faithfulness, King Darius will cry out to the world that the God of the Israelites is the True and Living God.”

      I got to my knees and with a smile, lifted Daniel to his feet. “Well done, Daniel. You truly are God’s faithful servant.”

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