Daniel 10

In the third year of Cyrus, a revelation was given to Daniel. Discuss the context of this passage. It is likely that Daniel was perhaps 80 years old when this revelation occurred.

1. Review vs 2. 

-Why was Daniel fasting for 3 weeks? 

-What can we say so far about Daniel's life and his relationship with God? 

-How would you define his prayer life? Does he pray when problems arise? Is he in on-going communication with God?

-Why does he feel that prayer is the solution to all that he faces?

2. Review Vs 11. Daniel is seen as highly esteemed. 

-What does this mean?

-How does one become "esteemed" by God? 

-Why does God choose Daniel? Is he special in some way that is not defined in the Text?

Through this passage, we see that Daniel is approached by an angel. Daniel's response is one of fear and trembling.

-How are angels illustrated in our society? One example is a chubby little boy angel playing a harp...

-If society's version of an angel is accurate, why is Daniel afraid?

That said, in the Book of Ephesians we learn that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil, (Ephesians 6:12.)

-What does this mean?

-Do you believe that there is a supernatural battle for your soul and for the souls of your loved ones?

-What should our response be to this information?

Teacher: Mark Arant

Daniel 9