Daniel 1:1–21
What food did Daniel and his friends refuse to eat?
The king’s food and wine
What were the people commanded to do when they heard the music?
Bow down and worship the king's golden statue
What law was passed that got Daniel in trouble?
No one could pray to anyone except the king
What are the first 5 books of the Bible (in order)?
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy
Define "Sin".
Anything we do that goes against God’s commands. This separates us from Him and makes us fall short of His perfect standard.
What alternative diet did Daniel ask for instead?
Vegetables and water
What would happen to anyone who refused to worship the statue?
They would be thrown into the fiery furnace
How often did Daniel pray, even after the law was passed?
Three times a day
What section of the Bible is Daniel found in?
The Old Testament
Define "Gospel".
The good news that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again so that all who trust in Him can have forgiveness, eternal life, and a restored relationship with God.
How long was the test period before their health was evaluated?
10 days
What did Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego say God was able to do?
Deliver them from the furnace
Why couldn’t King Darius save Daniel once the law was broken?
The law of the Medes and Persians could not be changed
What book comes right before Daniel?
Ezekiel
Define "Grace".
Receiving something we don’t deserve. We receive God’s unearned favor and love. It is His kindness and blessings given not because we deserve them, but because of His mercy and goodness.
Why did Daniel refuse the king’s food?
He didn’t want to defile himself / wanted to honor God
Who was seen walking in the fire with the three men?
A fourth man (Jesus)
What happened to Daniel when he was thrown into the lions’ den?
God shut the lions’ mouths and Daniel was unharmed
How many books are in the Old Testament?
39
Define "Holy".
Being set apart. For God, He is morally perfect, completely pure, and absolutely separate from anything sinful or evil. For us, we are to be set apart from this world, pure, and completely dedicated to God, reflecting His perfect character.
How did God reward Daniel and his friends for their faithfulness by the end of the chapter?
God gave them knowledge, wisdom, and they were found wiser than all others; Daniel could understand visions and dreams
According to verse 29, did Nebuchadnezzar fully turn to worship God alone?
No
What does Daniel’s response to the law teach us about obedience to God versus obedience to people?
We must obey God even when it’s risky or costly
What is the shortest book of the bible? (verse count)
2 John
Define "Sanctification".
The lifelong process by which God makes believers holy, setting them apart from sin and shaping them to become more like Jesus through the work of the Holy Spirit.