Nebuchadnezzar’s Pride
What caused King Nebuchadnezzar to be humbled by God?
His pride.
What suddenly appeared and began writing on the wall during Belshazzar’s feast?
A man’s hand/fingers.
In Exodus 3:14, what name did God give Moses when Moses asked what he should tell the Israelites?
“I AM THAT I AM.”
What were the names of the three Hebrew men thrown into the fiery furnace?
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
In Nebuchadnezzar’s dream, what large object represented him and his kingdom?
A great tree.
What did Belshazzar use at his feast that had been taken from God’s temple?
The gold and silver vessels.
What sign did God place in the sky as a reminder of His covenant with Noah?
A rainbow.
Jacob wrestled through the night with a man. What new name was Jacob given afterward?
Israel.
Finish the memory verse: “Pride goeth before _____, and an haughty spirit before a _____.”
“Pride goeth before DESTRUCTION, and an haughty spirit before a FALL.” — Proverbs 16:18
According to Daniel, what had Belshazzar failed to do even though he knew what happened to Nebuchadnezzar?
Humble his heart.
What did God provide from heaven for the Israelites to eat while they were in the wilderness?
Manna.
When Israel demanded a king, who became Israel's first king?
Saul.
After Nebuchadnezzar was humbled, what did he do that showed his attention had turned back toward God?
He lifted his eyes toward heaven and praised/honored God.
Finish the memory verse: “Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and _____, to him it is _____.”
“Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and DOETH IT NOT, to him it is SIN.”— James 4:17
What did Joseph tell Pharaoh his dreams about the seven healthy cows and seven thin cows meant?
Seven years of plenty would be followed by seven years of famine.
God told Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. What did God provide for the sacrifice instead?
A ram caught in a thicket.
THINK DEEPER: What is the difference between confidence and pride?
Confidence recognizes what you can do; pride makes your abilities/accomplishments elevate you above others or causes you to forget your dependence on God.
THINK DEEPER: Why was Belshazzar especially accountable for his pride?
He already knew what had happened to Nebuchadnezzar and still refused to humble himself.
Name five of the Ten Commandments God gave to Israel at Mount Sinai.
The Ten Commandments — Exodus 20:3–17 KJV
Name all six pieces of the Armor of God.
Belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, feet prepared with the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit/Word of God.