God will surely accomplish His will!

King Darius ordered a thorough search of the archives kept in Babylon,

and as a result, a scroll was found in Ecbatana, the fortress in Media,

containing a decree issued by King Cyrus in the first year of his reign

regarding the temple of Jerusalem.

The decree stated, in essence,

that the temple in Jerusalem should be rebuilt

and that all expenses for the reconstruction

should be covered by the royal treasury.

Upon finding this decree, King Darius sent a reply to Tattenai,

the governor of the province west of the Euphrates River,

and to Shethar-Bozenai and their associates, instructing them

not to interfere with the construction of God's temple in its original place.

He ordered them to support the work of the temple and to ensure

that all expenses for the project would be paid

from the taxes collected in their region,

so that the work would not be delayed.

If any king or nation disregards this decree
and attempts to destroy the temple in Jerusalem,

God, who has chosen that place for His worship, desires to punish them.

I, King Darius, have issued this decree.

Therefore, quickly carry out this command."

Ultimately, God turned the heart of King Darius of Persia to support

the rebuilding of the temple of the God of Israel.

As a result, there was great joy in that land

(Ezra 6:1-12, 22).

As I reflect on this passage,

I am reminded that God's will is certain

and that He will surely accomplish what He intends.

In fulfilling His will, God has the power to change the hearts

of those who oppose His purposes,

ensuring that His will is accomplished.