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Sermons by Wade Allen (Page 40)
God uses difficult seasons in our lives…
To teach us dependence on Him,
To teach us that He is in control, and
To bring us to the point of repentance.
Who were all these pagan interpreters? What are the characteristics of each? What happens here with the original text that is important?
15 Miller, 79-80. 16 Ibid., 48.
The language switches in the middle of verse 4. Remember, the Book of Daniel is written in two different languages—Hebrew and Aramaic.
A story of: A Conspiracy, A Refusal to Comply, A Risk/Reward
Standing in Solidarity …no matter the consequences
Sound like situations that you have been face with recently? See how Daniel did it…
The first event described here relays the story of how Daniel and many others find themselves living in a strange, new land with strange, new cultures and religious beliefs. Daniel’s character is tested as his home culture clashes with his new, host culture.
Have you ever found yourself facing an ultimatum that just seems ridiculous?
Don’t ask, ‘Why?’ Instead ask, ‘What next?’
In recent years, there has been much debate as to the date and authorship of the Book of Daniel. This debate is a divisive factor in the overall understanding of the book. As you study this book, it is imperative to clarify your understanding on this issue because of the impact it will have upon your interpretation.
Daniel’s distinction is a direct result of God’s blessings, which is inter-connected with his absolute commitment to Him and to living a disciplined life.
Sometimes we have to hit bottom and hit it hard before we can truly say that we love. If your life was perfect, Then what would you need Jesus for?
What are the gifts of Christmas? Who was the Promise of God from the beginning? Luke 1:32-33; 3:33
The first words spoken by God as recorded in the Holy Scriptures are, “LET THERE BE LIGHT.” On that first day of creation, after God created the heavens and the earth, He spoke light into being. Light is a dynamic metaphor throughout Holy Writ—as is darkness.