Finding Hope in Spiritual Success (Daniel 6:1-28)

MAIN POINT:

Because we have a God who is sovereign over all, we must trust him to bring hope of His success.

OUTLINE

I. By Trusting when the World is Against You // Daniel 6:1-10

A. Through Prayer

B. Through Devotion

“Consistency assists courage, and discipline feeds faithfulness. In the crisis, Daniel’s habit set him free to be faithful” -Dale Davis.

II. By Trusting God When Success is Improbable // Daniel 6:11-18

III. By Trusting God to bring about His Glory // Daniel 6:19-28

Beyond the Walls

DEVOTIONALS

Day 1: READ Daniel 6

Why do you think this story connects so much with the hearts and imaginations of those who hear or read it?

How does Daniel’s situation and character remind you of Jesus?

Day 2: READ Daniel 6:1-5

What can we learn from Daniel about living faithfully in a culture that does not honor God?

What characteristics make Daniel stand out and allow him to ascend to high leadership positions in the kingdom?

DAY 3: READ Daniel 6:6-13

Why should Christians who are serving God faithfully expect opposition?

How does Daniel handle this opposition?

DAY 4: READ Daniel 6:6-13 (Yes, same thing)

How does Daniel’s faith contrast with someone who has event-based faith?

How can you prepare now for when opposition will come?

DAY 5: READ Daniel 6:14-18

Daniel’s faithfulness to God led him to disobey the earthly king. In what kinds of issues should we be prepared to serve God rather than man?

What things try to steal your devotion away from God’s kingdom?

Day 4: READ Hebrews 11-12:3

List the characteristics and implications of living by faith.

What is the connection between Chapter 11 and 12:1-3?