Daniel, in true OT prophetic form, does not hold back from telling Nebuchadnezzar that if he does not correct his behavior, he is in trouble. Daniel calls Nebuchadnezzar to repentance and humility. But Daniel doesn't speak this truth into the king’s life if chapter 1-3 don't happen. Daniel, by remaining faithful to God, has risen to such prominence that he is on friendly terms with the king of the most powerful empire on earth. Daniel did everything one shouldn't do if one wants to gain power and prestige, but Daniel is not working the in the world’s social economy but in the King of King’s…and that makes all the difference.