Daniel 'Contra Mundum? - Daniel 6
This is a sermon by Richard Hawes from the evening service on 19th October 2025.
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Daniel 6 ‘Daniel Contra Mundum’
Introduction: Athanasius
Faithful Servants OR Unfaithful Servants (6:1-7)
The Law of The LORD OR The Law of the World. (12:8-10)
Peace OR Panic (6:11-15)
The Power of Life OR The Power of Death (6:16-23)
Eternal Kingdom OR Eternal Judgement (6:24-28)
Questions:
Faithfulness in Character
In what areas of your work, home, or ministry could greater integrity or consistency in faithfulness reflect the character of Christ more clearly?
Visibility of Faith
How visible is your faith to those around you, and what fears or pressures might tempt you to hide it?
Compromise and Conviction
Where are you tempted to compromise “just a little” rather than stand firm for God’s truth?
Influence and Example
What might unbelievers learn about God from observing your life this week?
Obedience under Pressure
When earthly authority or social pressure conflicts with God’s Word, how do you discern and decide which to obey?
Peace or Panic
When you face stressful or unjust situations, do you resemble Daniel’s peace or Darius’s panic? What helps you rest in God’s sovereignty?
The Cost of Sin
How does recognizing the ripple effect of your choices motivate you toward holiness and repentance?
Witness in the World
How might your obedience to God spark gospel conversations or point others to His power and grace?
The Law of the Lord vs. the Law of the World
What “laws of the world” (values, trends, or cultural pressures) most challenge your loyalty to God’s unchanging Word?
Hope in the Living God
How does remembering that our God “rescues and saves” strengthen your faith when obedience feels costly or lonely?
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