DCLM Higher Everyday 22 August 2025 — Scholarship Opportunities

Topic: Scholarship Opportunities

Text: Daniel 1:1-7

1In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah came Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon unto Jerusalem, and besieged it.

2And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the vessels into the treasure house of his god.

3And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the master of his eunuchs, that he should bring certain of the children of Israel, and of the king’s seed, and of the princes;

4Children in whom was no blemish, but well favoured, and skilful in all wisdom, and cunning in knowledge, and understanding science, and such as had ability in them to stand in the king’s palace, and whom they might teach the learning and the tongue of the Chaldeans.

5And the king appointed them a daily provision of the king’s meat, and of the wine which he drank: so nourishing them three years, that at the end thereof they might stand before the king.

6Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah:

7Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abednego.

Key Verse: “And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the master of his eunuchs, that he should bring certain of the children of Israel, and of the king’s seed, and of the princes” (Daniel 1:3). 

Message

Divine providence came to bare when Daniel and his friends passed the scholarship test fully sponsored by King Nebuchadnezzar who had taken them captive. They took advantage of the scholarship to acquire the necessary education that divinely positioned them for greatness. Scholarship opportunities can either be sponsored by wealthy individuals, national organisations, government agencies or multinationals for indigent youths who are passionate about education. It could be full or partial scholarship.

Also Read: DCLM Higher Everyday 21 August 2025 – The Lord Encircles His People

Many youths are unaware of the availability of scholarship opportunities such as Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). You can get scholarship information by searching online and by consulting your school counsellor for relevant information on it. Your current financial status should not limit your academic pursuit. Prayerfully search for the appropriate scholarship opportunity that matches your need and apply for it. Many youths have benefitted from scholarship opportunities which eventually changed their stories for good. Remember that scholarships are usually available for brilliant and determined people. Therefore, be serious with your studies if you want to access scholarship opportunities. Above all take time to pray for divine favour and apply for it.

Quote: They took advantage of the scholarship

Challenge: God can make a way for you. 

Prayer for today: Dear Lord, help me to move forward. 

GOSPEL REALM: STEPS TO SALVATION
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)