Unshakeable: A Faith That Won’t Fold
Part 1: “Pursuing Spiritual Excellence”
Text: Daniel 1:1–21
Today we begin a new message series on the Old Testament book of Daniel. Daniel was a remarkable man who did not just survive in life, but spiritually thrived. He had a faith that did not fold and was unshakeable as he lived his life in a world opposed to God and God’s people.
Daniel 1:1–7
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In chapter 1, we see some of the characteristics that make for spiritual resilience and that lead to someone thriving spiritually and not just surviving. Someone who is unshakeable and has a faith that does not fold.
Daniel 1:8–21
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Characteristics of an Unshakeable Faith
1. People who are unshakeable and have a faith that does not fold spiritually resolve, make a deep decision, to honor their deepest values.
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2. People who are unshakeable and have a faith that does not fold are committed to living in community.
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3. People who are unshakeable and have a faith that does not fold remember that their life, and even their suffering, has meaning and purpose in the eyes of God.
See also Romans 8:28
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Taking It Home
We encourage you to take a few minutes today and this week to process this morning’s message. These questions are designed for discussion with your family, a friend, mentor, spouse, and small group. They are also useful for self reflection.
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What stands out to you in these passages from the Bible? From the message?
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What is difficult for you to understand or accept in these passages from the Bible? From the message?
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What is God saying in these passages and through what we heard in the message about Himself? About people? About you?
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What examples are there to follow, commands to obey, or promises to stand on from these passages in the Bible?
