Throughout Chapter 15, Daniel begins traveling to Capernaum each morning to listen to Jesus preach. Daniel is drawn to the hope and promise in Jesus' messages and shares Jesus' stories with his sister, Leah. Leah listens intently to Daniel speak about the messages he hears, and they develop a closer relationship. Although Daniel does not often understand the meaning of Jesus' messages, he feels like nothing is impossible after hearing him speak. Speare writes, "He could truly believe that the kingdom of God was coming nearer, and he could almost hear the sound of trumpets in the distant hills" (162). Jesus helps Daniel the most because Daniel's heart is gradually becoming softer and he is encouraged. Daniel also slowly becomes confident in his skill and feels satisfied helping out the townspeople. Jesus provides Daniel with a sense of inner peace and contentment. Daniel's spirit is renewed with each message he hears Jesus preach, and he is filled hope throughout the month of Ab.
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