KNOW WHO YOU ARE
Given new names in Babylon, what helped Daniel and his friends remember how they truly were?
(HINT: Daniel 1:3-6)
Their faith and commitment to God remained, even when their surroundings and names changed. Loyal friends too!
Instead of the king's richg food, what diet did Daniel and his friends choose?
(HINT: Daniel 1:12)
Pulse (vegestables/grains) and water.
Finish the thought: "But if not..." What were the three young men willing to accept?
(HINT: Daniel 3:16-18)
Even if God didn't rescue them, they still wouldn't worship idols.
What special gifts did God give Daniel and his friends?
(HINT: Daniel 1:17)
Knowledge, wisdom, and understanding of dreams.
Daniel and his friends decided not to eat the king's food ahead of time. Why set standards before pressure hits?
(HINT: Daniel 1:8)
It makes standing strong easier in the moment.
(Fiery Furnace Challenge - 200 extra points)
Eat a hot chip & share one standard you've set ahead of time.
What command from King Nebuchadnezzar did Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego refuse?
(HINT: Daniel 3:12-18)
Bowing down to the giant golden statue.
How would Daniel and his friends act if they heard someone attack the Church today?
(HINT: Daniel 3:16-18)
Stay calm, speak respectfully, stand firm, and trust God.
(FIERY FURNACE CHALLENGE - 200 pts)
Eat a hot chip & share how to respond calmly when mocked.
Daniel gave God credit for interpreting the dream. How can you show humility when you succeed?
(HINT: Daniel 2:27-28)
Thank God, avoid bragging, and encourage others.
(FIERY FURNACE CHALLENGE - 200 points)
Eat a hot chip & name one talent God gave you.
When Daniel needed an urgent answer from God, what did he and his friends do first?
(HINT: Daniel 2:17-23)
They prayed together and praised God for the answer.
If Shadrach, Meschach, and Abed-nego went to your school, what kind of friends do you think they would be?
Loyal, lift you up, pray for you, stand by you during challenges, strengthen your faith, stand up for what is right, and point you to Jesus Christ.
How many men were thrown into the furnace, and how many did the king see inside?
(HINT: Daniel 3:24-25)
Three thrown in; four walking unharmed (the fourth like the Son of God).
What bold advice did Daniel give King Nebuchadnezzar to avoid judgement?
(HINT: Daniel 4:27)
Stop sinning, do what is right, and show mercy to the poor.
Threatened with the furnace, the three friends told the king, "We don't need time to think about this." What made them so sure?
(HINT: Dan 3:16)
They knew who they belonged to and refused to compromise.
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Daniel's enemies could not find fault in him. What does this teach about his character?
(HINT: Daniel 6:4-5)
Real integriy means being honest and doing the right thing even when nobody is watching, so the only thing people can criticize is your faith.
What happened to Daniel during his night in the lions' den, and how did God protect him?
(HINT: Daniel 6:16-23)
God sent His angel to shut the lions' mouths so Daniel was completely unharmed because he trusted in God.
Both Nebuchadnezzar and Darius ended up praising God because of Daniel and his friends. How can your quiet faithfulness point someone else toward Jesus Christ this week?
Example: Kindness under pressure, standing up for others, staying calm in a tense situation.
FIERY FURNACE CHALLENGE - 200 points)
Eat a hot chip and share on small action you will do this week to show Christ's love.
Daniel stayed faithful in Babylon for over 60 years under multiple kings. What daily habits keep you anchored to Christ?
Examples: Daily prayer, scripture study, attending church, choosing good friends, etc.
When King Darious made praying to God illegal, Daniel kept praying anyway. What is one situation at school or online where a teenager might have to stand alone for their faith today?
Examples: Stand up against crude jokes, refusing to cheat on a test, walking away from gossip, etc..
(FIERY FURNACE CHALLENGE - 200 Points)
Eat a hot chip and share one way we can remember God is with us during a hard day.
Notice that God did not kkeep the three men out of the fire, not Daniel out of the lion's den—He met them inside. How does that change the way you handle hard times in your own life?
Examples: Trusting that God walks with us through tough times—like family, anxiety, school, loneliness, etc...
(FIERY FURNACE CHALLENGE - 200 points)
Eat a hot chip and share one way we can remember God is with us during a hard time.
After God rescue Daniel from the lions, King Darius sent a decree to the whole empire telling everyone to fear and honor Daniel's God. What did Daniel's life prove about God's kingdom compared to earthly kings?
(HINT: Daniel 6:25-27)
Earthly kings and laws change, but God is the living God whose kingdom lasts forever and has power to rescue his people.