Daniel 6

Daniel in the Den of Lions

With God on His side, Daniel has continued to distinguish himself during the reign of Darius. In a jealous response, his opponents attempted to find corrupt charges against Daniel. In the end, they were unable to find neither corruption or negligence. Instead they approached King Darius with a proposition to trap Daniel- If anyone prayed to anyone except the king, send him or her to the den of lions.

1. Review vs 10. What does Daniel's boldness say about his faith? How did this boldness develop? Why did he not change his normal routine?

2. Do you think that others took notice and displayed similar courage or did they choose to bow before the king?

After seeing that Daniel did not bow before the king, his opponents bring the charge before Darius. Based on the decree that Darius issued, Daniel is sent to the den of lions.

1. What do you think was going through Daniel's mind as he was being lowered into the den? Do you think he was having any second thoughts?

2. As this event happened after his friends were rescued from the fiery furnace, do you think he naturally felt that God would save him also? Was this feeling strengthened when God shut the mouths of the lions? 

Discuss the remainder of the story with your connection group. 

1. Do you think that Daniel ever took his relationship with God for granted? If your life had events where God's influence could not be questioned, would you attribute this to the living God or would you note it as coincidence? 

Teacher: Troy Nesbitt

Daniel 6