In the Lion's Den, Daniel 6

Redeemer City Church - Lafayette, LA

This sermon explores the story of Daniel and the Lions Den, focusing on how Daniel lived as a faithful Christian in a hostile culture. The supernatural aspect of the story is highlighted, but the main focus is on Daniel's steadfast faith before opposition. Pastor Aaron discusses Daniel's calling in Babylon, the challenge posed to him, and his resolve to remain faithful. The importance of consistency, defiance in the face of opposition, and the posture of humility and allegiance are emphasized. He concludes by encouraging listeners to have courageous faith in fulfilling their calling in the world.

Takeaways

• Living as a faithful Christian in a hostile culture requires courage and steadfastness.
• Our calling as Christians is to be salt and light in the world, preserving and shining the light of the gospel.
• We should pray not only for ourselves but also for the prosperity of the kingdom of God and the people of God.
• In the face of opposition, we must remain defiant and continue to fulfill our calling.
• Consistency, discipline, and humility are essential in living out our faith and fulfilling our calling. Small victories add up to making a real difference.
• Individual challenges should not deter us from being salt and light in our community.

Chapters
00:00 Living as Faithful Christians in a Hostile Culture
05:12 The Supernatural and Steadfast Faith of Daniel
09:02 Daniel's Calling in Babylon
16:14 The Challenge Posed to Daniel
23:00 Defying Threats and Opposition
38:14 The Resolve and Consistency of Daniel
41:59 The Posture of Humility and Allegiance
50:20 Courageous Faith in Fulfilling Our Calling
02:30 The Importance of Small Victories
08:15 Facing Opposition in Culture
15:40 Individual Challenges and Being Salt and Light
20:10 Conclusion