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Q7. (Daniel 6:21-23) How does Daniel use his experience in the lions' den to testify about God? What might have happened if, in his response to the king, Daniel had focused on the injustice done to him? What experience in your life might you use as a testimony of God's mercy to you? a,Daniels shares his heart to the king by saying his God sent angels to shut the mouth of the lion ,Daniel speaks about his innocence before his God .He also affirms to the king boldly that he has not and not willfully do a wrong to the king ( before thee.O King ,have I done no hurt ) b.Daniel expressed decency ,humility and truth .At no time does Daniel accuse the king ,but he communicates his position in a respectful dialogue. c.Mercies of God to me are not countable . They are plenty and continuous , Testimony ,We were very upper class and well to do ,In the couple of years ,our father died and our good house was taken by govt railway and road dept to create rail and roads ,The money went to grandparents on whose land ourgrandpa built the house for mom and dad,Being teenagers in the late years like nineteen ,we had to seek work after completion of studies,I got a job where the company would train me in a public job (govt) there were very tough time ,Mother was a firm believer and never found her unhappy or backsliding. God sustained us ,,!!!our sorrows made us cling to Christ in a strong and mature way , way ,

Q6. (Daniel 6:10-11) How would you characterize Daniel's prayer practices? Which of these have you adopted? Which might help your prayers if you adopted them? a.Daniel is a Praying man ,Very disciplined and at peace with himself and spiritually of strong foundation ,All the trials and negativity in environment did not move his core values that is anchored in prayer , The method of prayer ,opening the window to Jerusalem and body posture and time is indeed a time table that is a part of his daily living ,,as of any service person knows ,the time table keeps a person not miss a path of daily routine ,it holds them perfect ,a soldier and warrior ,very well anchored to goal of life ,here Daniels goal is to stand firm in God , b,I humble myself and begin my prayer with praise and thanks ,,If I am overwhelmed ,I prostrate ,,and bring together all my senses to concentrate in Him c.I pray regularly at night with family ,we sing a couple of hymns ,,this has continues all my life ,,( now I am middle aged ) we read a lesson from Bible ,either its a book(gospel) or psalms ,,then we pray ,one person leading it ,I also now make use of every opportunity I get ,I am no more a reader of gossip mags or visual media ,,,as life has taken a serious goal of worshiping my Savior and sharing faith '

Q5. (Daniel 6:4) What do we learn about Daniel's character qualities as a government official from verse 4? How do such qualities reflect on Daniel's God? Does your employer or supervisor see those a.We learn that Daniels qualities and character were impeccable and without fault .there was faithfulness in him and no error in his responsibilities b.Reflection .A Faultless God c.Frankly speaking ,,personal integrity is not a character of present job situation ,though as faithful ,one should and will adhere to the qualities of integrity in daily work ,We reflect Christ ,Praise God who is able to deliver us ,Amen ,

Q4. (Daniel 3:28-30) How does Nebuchadnezzar sum up their faith and commitment? Are you willing to disobey a command or law to be faithful to God? Are you willing to lay down your life to be faithful to God? What might hold you back? a.Nebuchadnezzar was in complete agreement with them ,He spoke-as to blessed be the God of Shadrek ,Meshach and Abed Nego ,The king acknowledged that God sent an angel to deliver the men and even changed the order of king ,(himself),The king understood that theyoung men were willing to yield their bodies ,that they may not worship or serve anyone other than the God of Israel b.Yes ,I am willing to follow the scriptures and disobey any law to be faithful to God c.Yes ,,Stand in the Word , d.What is there in this world is mortal ,and if in anyway ,there is a call to yield ourselves to be a winner in Christ ,,The little Folk will follow the cross ,

Q3. (Daniel 3:19-27) What effect does their deliverance have on their government official colleagues? What effect does it have on the king? What kind of glory does God receive?​ a)The Officials who were around witnessed the amazing incident . b)The king also was amazed and exclaimed "' Did we not put only three men into the fiery furnace ?This view of four changed the King's attitude and he said "blessed be the God of Shadrach ,Meshach and Abed-Nego" c)The glory of being unique and the Only One God .Most High ,

Q2. (Daniel 3:16-18) How do the Jews answer Nebuchadnezzar? What is their attitude? How do they witness about their God? Do they face death with resignation or defiance? Characterize their faith. a.,)The Jews answered the king boldly and frankly , b)Their attitude was of Confidence. Firm Faith and Unwavering Trust of Jehovah c)The Youths said that the God who they serve was able to deliver them from the hand of king and the fiery furnace ,They used the words __Be it Known :: a firm attitude d)They faced death with fortitude and humble defiance e,The Faith was Strong and Bold proclamation , ​

Q1. (Daniel 3:8-15) Why do the Jews’ fellow government officials report them to Nebuchadnezzar? Why is the king so angry? What is his motivation to have people bow to the statue? 1.The officials were jealous of the Jews youth ,as they were in a higher position as officials , The King considered it a matter of pride that the people /officials and all the palace people bow to the statue the king constructed .Then the king heard the tale bearers message / the news ,that the youth did not worship the golden statue but continued to pray to Yahweh 2.When the king heard this news that the youths were absent at worship , he considered it as an act of disobedience . The king became angry. He saw his decree as non-negotiable, an act of loyalty. He did not care whether or not this was against the Jews' religion. The were to submit or pay the consequences.(punished) At least he gave them a second chance. 3.The motivation to make the statue was an act of superiority and control ,as sovereign above all the people and may be the God of Daniel ,The king's pride was evident ,,

Q3. (Daniel 2:44) What does verse 44 teach us about the kingdom that the God of heaven will set up? What kingdom is this? When does this kingdom come? How is this related to Mark 1:15? When will it destroy all other kingdom In verse 44 it tells us that God will set up His own Kingdom, it will never be destroyed and here Daniel is talking about Jesus.. T From Daniel 2:44 we know that God’s kingdom is His creation and it will be an indestructible and infallible kingdom 2. It is the Kingdom of God and in God will be sovereign over this kingdom and no kingdom will stand up against it. This kingdom will endure forever 3.According to scriptures ,,the advent of God Kingdom is just a matter of time ,meaning it is at hand , 4,This is the kingdom Mark talked about in Mark 1:15. It is inhabited by the redeemed, those who have repented and believed the good news., 5.When will it destroy all other kingdoms? At the second coming of Jesus himself The Lord shall reign forever and ever.

Q2. (Daniel 2:27-28) How does Daniel show humility in this situation? How does he use this situation as an opportunity to witness before the king to his faith in God? According to 1 Peter 5:5-6, should we try to exalt ourselves? If we do so, what will happen? 1.May I add what that is in the Daniel 2 which is profound and attractive verse19----contd ""Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king's matter."" 1.Daniel shows humility by being polite to Arioch and not directly to king His requests and countenance are humble and like pleas . 2,Daniel did not take credit but states that no living person in bodies can understand the dream ,but is is of God's revelation of secrets. 3.peter 5/ 5 &6 - God resist the proud ,but the faithful be humble ,and show ,be clothed with humility ,Gods gives His favor (Grace) to those who submit to God ,,It also adds that the adversary as a lion searches for those who he can devour or destroy and (the proud falls easily a prey to the adversary /evil one )

Q2. (Daniel 2:27-28) How does Daniel show humility in this situation? How does he use this situation as an opportunity to witness before the king to his faith in God? According to 1 Peter 5:5-6, should we try to exalt ourselves? If we do so, what will happen? 1.May I add what that is in the Daniel 2 which is profound and attractive verse19----contd ""Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king's matter."" 1.Daniel shows humility by being polite to Arioch and not directly to king His requests and countenance are humble and like pleas . 2,Daniel did not take credit but states that no living person in bodies can understand the dream ,but is is of God's revelation of secrets. 3.peter 5/ 5 &6 - God resist the proud ,but the faithful be humble ,and show ,be clothed with humility ,Gods gives His favor (Grace) to those who submit to God ,,It also adds that the adversary as a lion searches for those who he can devour or destroy and (the proud falls easily a prey to the adversary /evil one )

Q2. (Daniel 2:27-28) How does Daniel show humility in this situation? How does he use this situation as an opportunity to witness before the king to his faith in God? According to 1 Peter 5:5-6, should we try to exalt ourselves? If we do so, what will happen? 1.May I add what that is in the Daniel 2 which is profound and attractive verse19----contd ""Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king's matter."" 1.Daniel shows humility by being polite to Arioch and not directly to king His requests and countenance are humble and like pleas . 2,Daniel did not take credit but states that no living person in bodies can understand the dream ,but is is of God's revelation of secrets. 3.peter 5/ 5 &6 - God resist the proud ,but the faithful be humble ,and show ,be clothed with humility ,Gods gives His favor (Grace) to those who submit to God ,,It also adds that the adversary as a lion searches for those who he can devour or destroy and (the proud falls easily a prey to the adversary /evil one )

Q1. (Daniel 2:17-18) Why does Daniel ask his friends to “plead for mercy”? According to Scripture, is intercessory prayer important? Is it effective? How can we implement intercessory prayer in our churches? 1.The Four young men were facing an angry king . They prayed to Yahweh ,the almighty of Israel that they would desires mercies of God ,(the mercy is from God ) ..(God who transforms the hearts ) concerning the secrets ,,,The request was that Daniel and his three friends would not persih with the rest of the wise men of Babylon , 2 and 3..Intercessory prayers are very important and effective as it is Written in scriptures ,if two or more persons pray in agreement over a subject /need /request ,it will be answered ,, 4.We already have intercessory prayers in personal life (time alone with God ) 2,In ladies meeting 3,IIn regular church hours and also in weekly meetings ,,and house fellowships ,

Q1. (Daniel 2:17-18) Why does Daniel ask his friends to “plead for mercy”? According to Scripture, is intercessory prayer important? Is it effective? How can we implement intercessory prayer in our churches? 1.The Four young men were facing an angry king . They prayed to Yahweh ,the almighty of Israel that they would desires mercies of God ,(the mercy is from God ) ..(God who transforms the hearts ) concerning the secrets ,,,The request was that Daniel and his three friends would not persih with the rest of the wise men of Babylon , 2 and 3..Intercessory prayers are very important and effective as it is Written in scriptures ,if two or more persons pray in agreement over a subject /need /request ,it will be answered ,, 4.We already have intercessory prayers in personal life (time alone with God ) 2,In ladies meeting 3,IIn regular church hours and also in weekly meetings ,,and house fellowships ,

Q4. (Daniel 1:8-16) What is Daniel’s first approach to eat a different diet? What does he do when his first attempt failed? What is his demeanor towards those over him? In what ways do you think God affects the outcome of Daniel’s request. 1.The first approach of Daniel towards the situation was a request that he wish not be defiled by the food and that was a refusal to partake . 2 When the official explained the fact that there is a hurdle ./the king having scheduled the diet and the possibility of face looking worse ,and endangering the official ::: On understanding the explanation of officil ,Daniel asked for 10 days of trial ,with separately made pulses and water ,and make a comparison with the healthy looks /faces of those who ate the kings portion . 3.Daniels demeanor was respectful and open to a dialogue 4..God made the officials heart kind and tender to the boys ,and walked with the Four ,giving them knowledge ,skill and wisdom ,even to understand visions and dreams ,

Q3. (Daniel 1:8-10) Why do you think Daniel took a stand concerning being defiled by the king's food and wine? How do you think eating the king's food would cause defilement to Daniel's conscience? What does this tell you about Daniel? Daniel 1/8-10 Any right thinking faithful man would not defile himself by offering to eat on a same table ,on par with a conqueror ,it was not a happy situation of merry making ,but a solemn and sad oppression , It was a situation where unmerited equality in sharing a table with a king who has brought them by force ,. Separation/ There are deep differences in culture and rituals associated with food offered in pagans and idols ,,,,,,I am not very sure of the pattern that existed at the kings palace ,, The incident tells that Daniel was firm and faithful , In his resolve to deal with the official ,he showed restaint and gave the option to be his own master ,as far as food is concerned .,,he was open to make a request,that showed his ultimate commitment is to his own tribe and his God ,, Daniel allowed the Will of God in his life that the Plan of God is fulfilled through him ,by Taking The Stand !!!! ,

Q3. (Daniel 1:8-10) Why do you think Daniel took a stand concerning being defiled by the king's food and wine? How do you think eating the king's food would cause defilement to Daniel's conscience? What does this tell you about Daniel? Daniel 1/8-10 Any right thinking faithful man would not defile himself by offering to eat on a same table ,on par with a conqueror ,it was not a happy situation of merry making ,but a solemn and sad oppression , It was a situation where unmerited equality in sharing a table with a king who has brought them by force ,. Separation/ There are deep differences in culture and rituals associated with food offered in pagans and idols ,,,,,,I am not very sure of the pattern that existed at the kings palace ,, The incident tells that Daniel was firm and faithful , In his resolve to deal with the official ,he showed restaint and gave the option to be his own master ,as far as food is concerned .,,he was open to make a request,that showed his ultimate commitment is to his own tribe and his God ,, Daniel allowed the Will of God in his life that the Plan of God is fulfilled through him ,by Taking The Stand !!!! ,

Q2. (Daniel 1:1-7) What changes did Daniel and his friends experience? What was their status in Jerusalem? In Babylon? What do you think was the effect of changing their names to Babylonian names? What impact might it have on them to be made eunuchs? Did they make compromises? If so, why? Daniel as a teenager ,,faced many challenges along with his three friends ,Name changed to unacceptable and strange names , ,Lifted out from freedom of a noble and unblemished tribe , to the training and conditioning environment of a foreign pagan ruler ,in another land The status in Jerusalem were as servant eunuchs to the king of Babylon ,to stand in his palace .,,after three years of training , Changing the name was a cruel,crafty and well planned tactic that they have to be fully programmed to the nature of the new identity .,However ,the narration shows that the boys stood their ground with strong mental integrity and spiritual foundation.Making them eunuchs were also a part of breaking the personality and create total control over these brilliant lads , They did not make any major comprises ,except to sustain life ,but made known their position as far as praying to God Yahweh and choice of diet ,They were also very well behaved and polite to the new masters ,They made known the Power of their God,the God of Israel , who they served ,,

I lived among multi -religious people ,having born and being brought up in India ,Although I moved out of the state ,I lived among people of different castes and culture ,but my parents laid a strong foundation of Faith .,even before pre- school period ,I would say ,the love that Jesus had for me ,helped me undergo a lot of stressful situations I faced ,when Dad died and when we lost our house for the national higway road that passed through our land , Christ became very real ,a person that stayed close and faithful to the many promises ,,,Over time ,I had days that were spent in the middle of festivities and celebrations that was steeped in idol worships ,something that a persona cannot avoid in a close knit multi-culture community ,but ,like Daniel ,the strength came from convictions to say NO to being overtaken or being unequally yoked together ,,,