from Daniel
Daniel interpreted this king's dream of a great statue before later interpreting his dream of a great tree.
Who is King Nebuchadnezzar?
According to John Oakes, Daniel's message to exiles can be summarized in this six-word statement.
What is "God rules the nations—do not fear."
According to your ministry training, this ministry practice should be a normal rhythm rather than a special event.
What is evangelism (sharing your faith)?
This verse says disciples prove they truly belong to Jesus by continuing in His teaching.
What is John 8:31–32?
This passage contrasts loving the Father with loving the world.
What is 1 John 2:15–17?
This Hebrew name belonged to the man better known in Babylon as Shadrach.
Who is Hananiah?
Oakes argues that Daniel 2, 4, and 7 all reinforce this repeated biblical theme.
What is God's sovereignty over earthly kingdoms?
A successful Bible Talk begins with these three practical decisions before anyone ever arrives. (Must get 2/3)
What are the right place, the right time, and good discussion questions?
This passage teaches Christians are called to imitate God while avoiding even a hint of sexual immorality.
What is Ephesians 5:1–7?
Peter reminds Christians they are "a chosen people, a royal priesthood" in this passage.
What is 1 Peter 2:9–12?
Daniel's vision of four beasts symbolized these political powers.
What are four kingdoms (or kings) that would arise from the earth?
Oakes says Daniel 10 gives one of Scripture's clearest glimpses into this invisible conflict.
What is spiritual warfare?
Rather than simply giving advice, effective disciplers consistently rely on this as their primary source of authority.
What is Scripture (the Word of God)?
This passage commands believers to flee sexual immorality because their bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.
What is 1 Corinthians 6:18–20?
This passage teaches forgiveness by comparing God's forgiveness of us with our forgiveness of others.
What is Ephesians 4:32?
Daniel understood the timing of Israel's restoration after studying this prophet, whose writings predicted seventy years of exile.
Who is Jeremiah?
Oakes concludes the Prince of Persia is not a human ruler because Michael is described as Israel's
What is prince (angelic protector)?
Leadership isn't measured by arriving exactly on time, but by practicing this habit that communicates preparation and respect.
What is arriving early and serving?
This passage says believers possess divine power to demolish arguments and take every thought captive.
What is 2 Corinthians 10:3–5?
Jesus teaches limitless forgiveness through both a direct command and a parable found in these two passages.
What are Luke 17:4 and Matthew 18:21–35?
Rather than merely delaying an angel, the Prince of Persia demonstrates this unseen reality behind earthly kingdoms.
What is spiritual warfare?
According to Oakes, Daniel teaches believers not to fear political upheaval because this ruler remains on the throne.
Who is God (Jesus)?
This phrase describes the kind of leader whose encouragement, faith, and conviction leave every room better than they found it.
What is being a life-giving spirit?
This passage teaches Christians to excel not only in faith and knowledge, but also in generosity.
What is 2 Corinthians 8:7?
According to Proverbs 17:19, building this invites destruction.
What is a high wall?