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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Daniel and his friends exemplify the characteristics of godly teens in a challenging culture. Learn how to develop faith and trust in God amidst secularism.

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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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  1. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

  2. The Character of Godly TeensDaniel 1 Childhood is being extended through High School & College – and many graduates still refuse to grow up Thankfully, there are still many exceptions of young adults who are mature Daniel and his friends were exceptions in their generation

  3. Jerusalem is Captured Daniel 1:1-2 All Judean kings after Josiah were evil The prophecies were fulfilled and Jerusalem fell to Nebuchadnezzar in 605 B.C.

  4. The Captured Youths Daniel 1:3-4 Nebuchadnezzar wanted youths from royal families he could train to be his surrogates in ruling conquered nations “youth” (yeled) children and young adolescents he could instill Babylonian ways and loyalty Beware of those seeking to turn your teens away from you to secularism

  5. The Captured Youths Daniel 1:3-4 These youths also had to be physically and mentally fit They had to be competent to stand before the king – follow royal etiquette They were trained in Chaldean language and culture

  6. The King’s Provision Daniel 1:5 The king’s “choice food” was part of their training designed to gain their loyalty as well as keep them healthy They would receive training for three years before entering the king’s service

  7. Four Faithful Teens Daniel 1:6-7 Daniel = “God is my judge” Belteshazzar = “Bel protect his life” Hananiah = ‘Yahweh has been gracious’ Shadrach = “Command of Aku” Mishael – “Who is like God” Meshach = “Who is like Aku” Azariah = “Yahweh has helped” Abednego = “Servant of Nebo”

  8. Daniel’s Resolve & Request Daniel 1:8-13 The text does not state why, but Daniel recognized the king’s choice food and wine would defile him Daniel did not want to defile himself – but he was a captive Daniel made an appeal instead of just being defiant. He put the matter in God’s hands

  9. Daniel’s Resolve & Request Daniel 1:8-13 The commander was favorable to Daniel, but also afraid Vegetarianism is not a superior diet – Genesis 9; 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Daniel suggested a test diet that would require the Lord’s intervention to work

  10. God’s Answer Daniel 1:14-16 God blessed Daniel and his friends – they were healthier than those eating the king’s choice food

  11. God’s Blessings Daniel 1:17-21 God blessed Daniel & his friends so that they were superior in every way – including being trustworthy God also gave Daniel the ability to understand visions and dreams

  12. Conclusions Daniel & his friends were young, but they already possessed the key characteristics that would make them successful – they knew & trusted God Our young people face the same challenge to know and trust God in the midst of an ungodly culture

  13. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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