Daniel goes to Jesus's house when he loses all hope. When his difficulties are at their worst, he goes to Jesus to seek solace and comfort. At this time his sister's health is at its worst. Leah, whose mental health had been severely suffering because of the extreme stress she'd faced in losing family and friends in the political unrest, was made even worse by her brother's refusal to admit one of her only friends...
Daniel goes to Jesus's house when he loses all hope. When his difficulties are at their worst, he goes to Jesus to seek solace and comfort. At this time his sister's health is at its worst. Leah, whose mental health had been severely suffering because of the extreme stress she'd faced in losing family and friends in the political unrest, was made even worse by her brother's refusal to admit one of her only friends into their home. This was because her friend, Marcus, was a Roman soldier.
When Jesus sees Daniel, he immediately understands his suffering and pain. He knows that Daniel is holding onto his anger and bitterness, refusing to be freed by love. Daniel does not yet understand how powerful love is. But Jesus doesn't lose hope for Daniel. Even though Daniel has rejected Jesus before, hearing his teachings but not yet believing them, Jesus accepts Daniel into his home. Daniel still believes that violence and rebellion are the answer. In fact, he's waiting for the coming of a Messiah who he thinks will be a violent warrior king who will save the Jewish people. What he doesn't understand is that the Messiah is standing right in front of him, preaching love and grace, and dressed in simple clothes rather than royal garb.
What does Jesus understand about Daniel? Everything. He understands his immense suffering, the depths of his anger, and the fear he has for his sister's well-being. He knows that Daniel doesn't agree with him (yet). Nonetheless, Jesus doesn't lose hope for Daniel.
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