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Read Daniel 4:19-27
Why do you think Daniel is terrified to reveal the truth of the dream to King Nebuchadnezzar?
Describe Daniel’s interpretation—what is going to happen?
From verse 27, what assumptions can we make about how Neb was governing that brought this judgment?
Spend some time this morning praying for our leaders to lead wisely and justly.
Read Daniel 4:5-18
What is Nebuchadnezzar’s opinion of Daniel/ Belteshazzar? From what you remember of the previous 3 chapters, how has he come by this opinion?
As best as you can, outline the sequence of the dream in your journal.
In verse 4, Neb describes himself as “contented and prosperous”, and verse 5 finds him “afraid.” In your own life, what are you fearful of?
Read Daniel 4: 1-4
Who is narrating this chapter? How is this different from the first 3 chapters?
What does Nebuchadnezzar tell us about himself?
From the previous 3 chapters, how has Nebuchadnezzar experienced the One True God?
Like verse 2, what is ‘your pleasure’ to tell people today about who God is in your life?
Riversiders,
We’ve made it through the first few chapters of 1 Peter on Sunday mornings and the first 3 chapters of Daniel.
I hope you can see how they dovetail and complement each other. Daniel gives us living color snapshots of what being a foreigner and alien looks like. He also shows us how to live in such a way that it brings praise to God.
We will get to see a few more of these snapshots in the coming weeks—enjoy!
Grace and peace,
Andrew
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Read Daniel 4:1-37
How would you describe what’s going on in this chapter in your own words?
If you feel adventurous- try drawing this dream out! Daniel is such an incredibly visual book. Or search online and find some other renditions of this incredible vision.
What are some questions you walk away with after reading this today?
Pick up the next Daniel installment at the service this morning!
Look back through chapters 1-3 and write out all the ways that God demonstrates care and provision for those that he sent into exile. Take some time and really “mine” the chapters for these God sightings.
Read Daniel 3:26-30
How can you know when drawing boundaries that defy authority is appropriate?
What had the fire NOT done to the men?
Not even one singed hair, and no smell of fire. I stand in awe of the God who saves.
Do you think Nebuchadnezzar is sincere in his sudden faith in God? Why or why not?