2010 01 31 StudyGuide
6.
According to Daniel 2:20-21 and Jeremiah 27:4-7, God is sovereign (in control) of the rise and fall of nations. But how does God’s sovereignty relate to us personally? How do we see it displayed in our daily lives? Meditate on Daniel 4:34-35 and record your thoughts.
7.
Many believe that Ezekiel 14:14, 20 and 28:3 were written about a young Daniel. If true, what do these verses tell us about the character and reputation of Daniel?
Impact Group Study Guide #3 for Jan 31, 2010
Opening Up 1.
2.
Would you rather live in the year 1610, 1810, or 2010?
What is the farthest place you have visited?
Digging In 3.
Quick Review: What insight, principle, or observation from this Sunday’s message did you find to be most helpful, eye opening, or troubling? Explain.
Digging Deeper (Additional ways to reflect on this week’s study) 8. 4.
Imagine that you lived in Judah back in 605 B.C. and experienced what is described in Daniel 1:1-2. What might you be thinking and feeling? What might your attitude be towards the God of Israel?
5.
Daniel 1:2 tells us that God allowed Nebuchadnezzar to conquer the nation of Judah. Read these passages and record the reasons why:
The central theme of Daniel is God is sovereign and will deliver those who trust in Him. Take time this week to read the entire book of Daniel (or at least chapters 1-6) and record every time God’s sovereignty is evident. (For example, you might highlight Daniel 1:2, 9.) What lessons do you learn?
Jeremiah 7:30-31 Memory Verse: Jeremiah 34:12-22
“His rule is everlasting, and His kingdom is eternal. All the people of the earth are nothing compared to Him. He does as He pleases among the angels of heaven and among the people of the earth. No one can stop Him or say to Him, ‘What do you mean by doing these things?’” (Daniel 4:34b-35 NLT)
Living Out My next step today is to: A Recognize God’s sovereignty in my life B
Affirm God’s goodness and power
C
Discover God’s sovereignty in the book of Daniel
D 9.
According to Romans 8:28-30 and Ephesians 1:3-6 & 11-12, God is still actively at work in our lives today. What is one area of your life where you struggle to see God’s sovereignty at work?
What is one step you can take to trust Him in the midst of your challenging circumstances?
Pastor Bob Westfall
Daniel #1
January 31, 2010
Confident Living in Challenging Times Daniel 1:1-2 Overview of Daniel Central theme of Daniel: God is ___________________________ and will deliver those who trust Him.
Key verse is Daniel 4:34b-35 “His rule is everlasting, and his kingdom is eternal. All the people of the earth are nothing compared to him. He does as he pleases among the angels of heaven and among the people of the earth. No one can stop him or say to him, ‘What do you mean by doing these things?’” (Daniel 4:34b–35 NLT) The purpose of Daniel is to __________________________ confident living in challenging times. Outline of Daniel ____________________ history: Daniel's life (Daniel 1:1-6:28) _____________________ history: Daniel's visions (Daniel 7:1-12:13) The historical context (Daniel 1:1-2) God fulfilled prophecy by __________________ Babylon to defeat Judah.
Looking Up Suggested idea for your group prayer time: Daniel contains many examples of how to pray to God. We will examine some of them as we go through the book. This week, spend the first few minutes of your group prayer time meditating on God’s sovereignty. Perhaps some will pray about their struggle to understand it. Others may pray words of praise and thankfulness for this truth. Enter together into the throne room of heaven with the realization that you are literally talking to the King (Sovereign) of the Universe!
Babylon’s defeat of Judah gave the appearance that the God of Israel was ________________ or ____________.
Into these challenging times, God ______________________ His supernatural power to demonstrate that He is sovereign and will deliver those who trust Him.
According to Daniel 2:20-21 and Jeremiah 27:4-7, God is sovereign (in control) of the rise and fall of nations. But how does God’s sovereignty relate to us personally? How do we see it displayed in our daily lives? Meditate on Daniel 4:34-35 and record your thoughts.
7.
Many believe that Ezekiel 14:14, 20 and 28:3 were written about a young Daniel. If true, what do these verses tell us about the character and reputation of Daniel?
Impact Group Study Guide #3 for Jan 31, 2010
Opening Up 1.
2.
Would you rather live in the year 1610, 1810, or 2010?
What is the farthest place you have visited?
Digging In 3.
Quick Review: What insight, principle, or observation from this Sunday’s message did you find to be most helpful, eye opening, or troubling? Explain.
Digging Deeper (Additional ways to reflect on this week’s study) 8. 4.
Imagine that you lived in Judah back in 605 B.C. and experienced what is described in Daniel 1:1-2. What might you be thinking and feeling? What might your attitude be towards the God of Israel?
5.
Daniel 1:2 tells us that God allowed Nebuchadnezzar to conquer the nation of Judah. Read these passages and record the reasons why:
The central theme of Daniel is God is sovereign and will deliver those who trust in Him. Take time this week to read the entire book of Daniel (or at least chapters 1-6) and record every time God’s sovereignty is evident. (For example, you might highlight Daniel 1:2, 9.) What lessons do you learn?
Jeremiah 7:30-31 Memory Verse: Jeremiah 34:12-22
“His rule is everlasting, and His kingdom is eternal. All the people of the earth are nothing compared to Him. He does as He pleases among the angels of heaven and among the people of the earth. No one can stop Him or say to Him, ‘What do you mean by doing these things?’” (Daniel 4:34b-35 NLT)
Living Out My next step today is to: A Recognize God’s sovereignty in my life B
Affirm God’s goodness and power
C
Discover God’s sovereignty in the book of Daniel
D 9.
According to Romans 8:28-30 and Ephesians 1:3-6 & 11-12, God is still actively at work in our lives today. What is one area of your life where you struggle to see God’s sovereignty at work?
What is one step you can take to trust Him in the midst of your challenging circumstances?
Pastor Bob Westfall
Daniel #1
January 31, 2010
Confident Living in Challenging Times Daniel 1:1-2 Overview of Daniel Central theme of Daniel: God is ___________________________ and will deliver those who trust Him.
Key verse is Daniel 4:34b-35 “His rule is everlasting, and his kingdom is eternal. All the people of the earth are nothing compared to him. He does as he pleases among the angels of heaven and among the people of the earth. No one can stop him or say to him, ‘What do you mean by doing these things?’” (Daniel 4:34b–35 NLT) The purpose of Daniel is to __________________________ confident living in challenging times. Outline of Daniel ____________________ history: Daniel's life (Daniel 1:1-6:28) _____________________ history: Daniel's visions (Daniel 7:1-12:13) The historical context (Daniel 1:1-2) God fulfilled prophecy by __________________ Babylon to defeat Judah.
Looking Up Suggested idea for your group prayer time: Daniel contains many examples of how to pray to God. We will examine some of them as we go through the book. This week, spend the first few minutes of your group prayer time meditating on God’s sovereignty. Perhaps some will pray about their struggle to understand it. Others may pray words of praise and thankfulness for this truth. Enter together into the throne room of heaven with the realization that you are literally talking to the King (Sovereign) of the Universe!
Babylon’s defeat of Judah gave the appearance that the God of Israel was ________________ or ____________.
Into these challenging times, God ______________________ His supernatural power to demonstrate that He is sovereign and will deliver those who trust Him.
