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Alan Wright Ministries

Alan Wright

March 27, 2026

The story of Daniel's three friends, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who refused to worship the golden idol built by King Nebuchadnezzar, and instead chose to worship the living God, demonstrating the power of faith and the dangers of idolatry. [... more]

Alan Wright Ministries

Alan Wright

March 25, 2026

The Good News of the Kingdom of God [Part 1]

As a Christian, you are a citizen of the kingdom of God, with an ultimate home and citizenship that will never fail, falter, or subside, but only increase, and you reign in that kingdom forevermore. This story of Daniel highlights the assurance of the preeminence of the kingdom of God, and you can remind yourself of your ultimate home and citizenship every day, living in a world that may seem foreign and overwhelming, but fueled by divine energy and guided by the sovereignty of God. [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

November 02, 2025

Staying Cool When Things Get Hot | Sunday Message

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood firm in their faith despite facing a fiery furnace, demonstrating the importance of perseverance and endurance in the face of adversity. Jesus' presence and power were evident in their lives, and His promise to never leave or forsake us is a reminder that we are not alone in our trials. The Bible teaches us to keep ourselves from idols and to worship God alone, and to persevere in our faith despite the challenges we face. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

October 13, 2025

I Dare You: Wake Up! - Part A

Belshazzar, the king of Babylon, hosts a wild party in defiance of God, but God interrupts the celebration with a mysterious handwriting on the wall, a message that only Daniel, a wise prophet, can interpret, revealing the king's guilt and impending doom. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

October 09, 2025

I Dare You: Be Humble! - Part A

Pride is a destructive force that can lead to downfall, as seen in the story of Nebuchadnezzar, who was warned by the prophet Daniel to turn from his sin and seek humility. Daniel's compassionate confrontation with the king serves as a model for how to approach those who are in sin, with the goal of leading them to repentance and a deeper relationship with God. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

October 08, 2025

I Dare You: Submit! - Part B

God's sovereignty is evident in human affairs, and He rules in the kingdom of men, giving authority to whomever He will. Christians are called to submit to human government, support it with taxes, and pray for it, while occasionally disobeying it if it violates God's law. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

October 07, 2025

I Dare You: Submit! - Part A

King Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, has a remarkable encounter with God after a series of dreams and visions. He writes a personal account of his experience, which is a testament to the power of God to change even the most hardened of hearts. Through his story, we see the importance of faith and spiritual growth, and how God can use even the most unlikely of people to accomplish His will. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

October 02, 2025

I Dare You: Speak Out! - Part B

Daniel interprets Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a statue representing world history, revealing the rise and fall of kingdoms, and the eventual establishment of God's eternal kingdom. The dream and its interpretation demonstrate God's control over history and the accuracy of prophecy, ultimately leading to Nebuchadnezzar's confession of faith and Daniel's promotion. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

September 29, 2025

I Dare You: Step Up! - Part A

Daniel the prophet is on the diving board of a crisis, facing his own death, and must make a choice to step up and step out into the everlasting arms of God. Meanwhile, King Nebuchadnezzar is plagued by insomnia and seeks the help of his advisors, the Chaldeans, who are unable to interpret his dream, leading to a crisis of faith and a revelation of their fraudulence. [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

September 26, 2025

I Dare You: Be Distinct! - Part B

Living in a world that demands conformity, Daniel's story in the book of Daniel serves as a powerful example of standing firm in one's faith. Despite being taken captive and trained in the ways of Babylon, Daniel and his friends refused to compromise their values and remained loyal to God. As a result, they experienced God's favor and were able to influence the king and his court. This message explores the importance of living a life of purpose and loyalty, and how it can lead to a life of distinction and impact. [... more]

Words of Life

Salvation Army

September 07, 2025

Dr. Zach Clinton on Faith in the Fire: Lessons from Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego

A biblical story of three men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who refused to bow down to a golden statue, and their faith was tested in the midst of suffering, but God's presence was revealed to them, teaching them to shift their perspective and find surrender in the midst of hardship. [... more]

Wednesday in the Word

Stu Epperson Jr

September 04, 2025

Wednesday In The Word - Book of Daniel 7th

Belshazzar, the last king of Babylon, refuses to turn to God despite his grandfather Nebuchadnezzar's transformation and Daniel's wisdom, leading to his downfall. Meanwhile, Daniel remains faithful and is honored by God, demonstrating the importance of remembering one's creator in youth and submitting to God's sovereignty. [... more]

Wednesday in the Word

Stu Epperson Jr

August 29, 2025

Wednesday In The Word - Book of Daniel 6th

The story of King Nebuchadnezzar's fall and rise, as he comes to realize the power and authority of the God of heaven, and ultimately submits to Him, recognizing that there is a God in heaven who rules the kingdoms of men and gives them to whom He wills. [... more]

Wednesday in the Word

Stu Epperson Jr

August 22, 2025

Wednesday In The Word - Book of Daniel 5th

A story of courage and faithfulness in the face of adversity, as three Hebrew men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, refuse to bow down to a golden image set up by King Nebuchadnezzar, choosing instead to obey God and trust in His divine deliverance. [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

August 19, 2025

The Writing Is on the Wall

The story of Belshazzar, a prideful and rebellious king, serves as a warning about the dangers of ignoring God's message. Despite the warnings of Daniel, Belshazzar continues to party and ignore the writing on the wall, ultimately leading to his downfall. This story highlights the failure of human wisdom and the importance of seeking God's guidance in times of uncertainty. [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

August 18, 2025

Knockout, Part 2

The roots of pride are the failure to recognize that everything is a gift from God and the foolish assumption that it will last forever. Pride's fruits include competitiveness, ingratitude, entitlement, overconfidence, self-will, and stinginess. However, pride's cure is suffering and failure, which can lead to repentance and humility. The story of Nebuchadnezzar, a pagan king, serves as a powerful example of how God can humble the proud and bring them to repentance. [... more]

Wednesday in the Word

Stu Epperson Jr

August 15, 2025

Wednesday In The Word - Book of Daniel 4th

Daniel chapter 2 reveals a dream given to King Nebuchadnezzar that foretells the rise and fall of kingdoms, ultimately pointing to the kingdom of God. Through Daniel's interpretation, the king comes to understand that God is the sovereign ruler of the universe, and that his kingdom will ultimately prevail over all earthly kingdoms. The story highlights the importance of faith and humility in the face of uncertainty and power, as Daniel and his friends remain faithful to God despite the king's threats and Daniel's bold interpretation of the dream. [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

August 15, 2025

Knockout

The story of Nebuchadnezzar's downfall serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and the importance of acknowledging God's sovereignty in our lives. Like Nebuchadnezzar, we often assume that our successes are solely due to our own efforts, but in reality, every good thing comes from God. When we fail to recognize this, we risk becoming like Nebuchadnezzar, who was reduced to a state of madness and beastliness after being humbled by God. This story highlights the need to cultivate humility and recognize that our lives are not our own, but rather a gift from God. [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

August 13, 2025

Courage in Babylon

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3 exemplifies Christian courage, which is rooted in confession and conviction. The three Hebrew teenagers refused to bow down to Nebuchadnezzar's golden image, instead choosing to worship their God, who is bigger than any problem or challenge. Their faith and conviction in God's power and authority inspired others and paved the way for the wise men to come to faith in Jesus. [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

August 11, 2025

Validated

Living in a hostile culture, Christians often feel forced to choose between assimilation and separation. However, the book of Daniel teaches a third option: transformation. By infiltrating and influencing Babylon, Daniel and his friends were able to shine as faithful servants of God, demonstrating how to live wisely in a place where God is not respected. This approach is not about blending in or standing out, but about being a witness to the power of God's kingdom in the midst of a counterfeit world. [... more]