COUNTER CULTURE - DANIEL & THE LIONS DEN

Overview: 

This week, we explored how Daniel remained faithful to God even when faced with life-threatening consequences. Despite being in a foreign land, Daniel continued to pray three times a day, refusing to compromise his faith. His trust in God and his integrity as a leader made him stand out, but also made others jealous. As a result, Daniel was thrown into the lion’s den—yet God protected him. Through this, King Darius recognized God’s power and faithfulness.

Key Takeaways:

Being counter-cultural in faith means choosing God’s way over what’s popular.

Integrity and faithfulness can make an impact, even on those who don’t share our beliefs.

God is with us in difficult times, just as He was with Daniel.

Family Discussion Questions 
Have you ever had to make a choice that went against what was popular? What did you do?

What are some daily habits that could help you grow in your faith, like Daniel’s commitment to prayer?

Why do you think Daniel’s success made others jealous? Have you ever experienced jealousy or seen it in others?

If you were in Daniel’s position, do you think you would have continued praying? Why or why not?

How can we show our faith through actions, even when we don’t use words?

What leadership qualities did Daniel have that we can apply to our own lives?

If someone questioned your faith, how would you respond?

Encourage your family to reflect on how Daniel’s story applies to their own lives and consider setting a daily prayer challenge to grow closer to God!