He is in the Midst of the Fire
- Margaret
- Sep 9
- 3 min read
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you." Isaiah 43:2

This is one of my favorite portions of scripture, for it reassures me that no matter what I am passing through in this life, He is always with me and He will not give me more than I can bear. There are seasons when the heat of life’s trials feels unbearable, when the flames of grief, loss, rejection, or spiritual warfare threaten to consume us. Yet the Word of God offers a promise that is both tender and fierce: “When you walk through fire, you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you” (Isaiah 43:2).
In Daniel 3:19–25, we encounter the powerful story of three Hebrew young men—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—who were cast into a fiery furnace for their unwavering faithfulness to the one true God. These men, along with Daniel, had been divinely favored among the exiled Hebrews and appointed to high positions in King Nebuchadnezzar’s government. Yet despite their status, they remained fully committed to the Lord. Their faith was tested when the king commanded all to bow before a golden image he had set up. Refusing to compromise, these young men stood firm. In verses 16–18, they boldly declared:
“O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If that is the case, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and He will deliver us from your hand, O king. But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we do not serve your gods, nor will we worship the gold image which you have set up.”
What extraordinary faith! Their courage enraged the king, who ordered the furnace to be heated seven times hotter than usual. The fire was so intense that it killed the very men who threw Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego into it.
But then came the miraculous event,
In verse 25 of the Book of Daniel, we find King Nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of Babylon, expressing his astonishment and disbelief as he witnesses an extraordinary event unfold before his eyes. He exclaims that he sees four men walking unharmed within the blazing furnace, a sight that defies all logic and expectation. The king, who had previously ordered the execution of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego for their refusal to bow down to his golden statue, is now confronted with a miraculous scene that challenges his understanding of divine intervention. “And the fourth,” he remarks with a mix of wonder and reverence, “looks like the Son of God.” This phrase carries significant weight, as it not only indicates the king’s recognition of a divine presence but also suggests an embodiment of protection and righteousness amidst the flames.
What a mighty and marvelous God we serve! He protects His own. He is our refuge and ever present help in times of trouble. (Psalm 46:1).

Beloved, when we are faithful and committed to the Lord, He is always with us—even in the fire. Whatever storms or trials you may be walking through, remember Isaiah 43:2: “When you walk through fire, you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.” You are His child, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:8).
So today, let these truths encourage you. Embrace the assurance that no matter what you encounter, you are not alone. The promises of God’s protection and help are steadfast and unchanging. As you navigate through life's challenges, remember that the fire may come, but it will not consume you, for He is in the midst of it, guiding you and providing the strength you need to persevere. Hold onto this hope and let it inspire you to walk boldly in faith.
Thank you for reading!
Yours in the Faith
Margaret (MKO)
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