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The Book of Daniel - Teaching no.1 📖

Faithful to God in Babylon

The story of Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah’s faithfulness would have been encouraging for God’s people as they tried to figure out how to live for Him in unfamiliar surroundings. Even without the temple or the Promised Land, they could still be a people who were set apart for Him. They could find strength and comfort knowing God was still with them. They could thrive in a foreign land while honoring their covenant with God.

Jesus did this when He came to earth: He fully immersed himself in human culture while living with the kingdom of heaven in mind. We can do the same. “This world is not our permanent home; we are looking forward to a home yet to come” (Hebrews 13:14). So here and now, we can refuse to feast on whatever the world has to offer—like comfort, fame, and power—while using our God-given gifts to make the world a better place.

🤲🏼 Ask God to fill you with more passion for His kingdom. Then look for opportunities to share the good news with the people around you this week.

🫂 Reach out to someone who is going through a season of loneliness and exile. Remind them that they are not alone.

🚫 Practice the spiritual discipline of fasting this week. What can you set aside in order to spend more time in God’s presence?

Yesterdays message was needed.. 😮‍💨

Jesus doesn’t shame our honest doubts—He steps right into them. He meets us exactly where we are, shows us His scars, and whispers, “Peace be with you.” If you’ve ever felt like your skepticism is louder than your faith… this message is for you. The resurrection isn’t a myth. It’s the historical, life-changing truth that turns doubters into worshipers.

🙏 Got a doubt you’ve been carrying? Drop it in the comments (even if it’s just “help my unbelief”). You’re not alone—and Jesus is not threatened by it.
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