Sermons on Daniel 5:1-12:

A Man With An Excellent Spirit

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 29, 2002

Daniel was called a man with an excellent spirit, this is a message detailing why he was called such.

An Excellent Spirit Text: Daniel 5:12 Where did Daniel’s excellent spirit come from? His surroundings? Was it because he had a good life, free from the burden of want and of buying and selling?, his spirit was able to soar? If so then where then were the other Jewish boys and where then is the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is God Saying? Part 5 Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on May 2, 2002

As we look into this historic/prophetic book, God is not only speaking to an exiled Judah. He is speaking to us today. This is the fifth message in a series of, "What Is God Saying?"

SIX THINGS "GOD IS SAYING" IN DANIEL CHAPTER 5 ------------------------------------------------------- 1. “DON’T BE BLINDED BY THE PARTY.” (v 1-2) (A) THE FALSE SECURITY OF THE GREAT KINGS PARTY The king had invited 1,000 of his nobles. These were renowned people in his kingdom. The rich, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Writing Is On The Wall

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 29, 2001

A sign of the times.

THE WRITING IS ON THE WALL DANIEL 5: 1-5 INTRODUCTION: WITH EACH FLEETING TICK OF THE CLOCK, THE INNEVITABLE RETURN OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR DRAWS NEAR. FOR SOME THIS DAY WILL BE A DAY OF REJOICING. HOWEVER, FOR OTHERS IT WILL BE A DAY OF SORROW. THE IMMENENT RETURN OF CHRIST WILL BE SUDDEN AND ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Do You Weigh? Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Jan 11, 2002

The Handwriting on the Wall.

I. Weighing In A. 5:1-4; 18-23 B. Common concept 1. Job 31:6, “Let me be weighed on honest scales, That God may know my integrity” 2. Proverbs 16:2, “All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the spirits” C. The sin of Belshazzar had reached its limit D. How do you weigh ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Belshazzar's Ball

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 22, 2002

Sermon on Belshazzar’s Feast from Daniel 5.

BELSHAZZAR’S BALL TEXT - Daniel 5: 1-6, 22-31 INTRO. - There are many people in the Bible who are good examples to follow and teach us about faith, love, sacrifice, and practice Christianity. There are others who are red light warnings that teach us to beware lest we follow in their ways. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

How Will You Weigh On God's Scale?

Contributed by Al Hood on Nov 6, 2001

Looking at the handwriting on the wall found in Daniel 5.

HOW WILL YOU WEIGH ON GOD’S SCALES? SCRIPTURE: DANIEL 5:1-31... INTORDUCTION: * Going to the doctor and getting the news about my age and weight. * Belshazzar is the leader of Babylon - his father, Nabonidas is holed up in Ninevah - while the Persians are beseiging the city. I. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

A King's Feast

Contributed by Greg Yount on Nov 21, 2001

An exposition on the feast of King Belshazzar - as an illustration comparing the world’s ways to God’s Ways.

The King’s Feast Daniel 5:1-6; 26-31 Introduction: St. Patrick’s Day was yesterday. The TV was loaded with broadcasts about the festivities in Savannah. There were parties, feasts, and more people than you can imagine. The crowds were thick. Interviews were jolly, but one quote was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-6, Daniel 5:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons For God's People Today

Contributed by Ian Wilson on Oct 18, 2000

LESSONS FOR MODER DAY CHRISTIANS FROM THE PAST – 1.

LESSONS FOR MODER DAY CHRISTIANS FROM THE PAST – 1. AVOID THAT WHICH THE WORLD WORSHIPS Belshazzar the king made a great feast to a thousand of his lords, and drank wine before the thousand. A. INDULGENCE – PLEASURE SEEKING WORLD [2] Belshazzar, whiles he tasted the wine, B. INTOXICATION - ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1

Belshazzar's Feast Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Belshazzar’s drunken feasting turned into sacrilege resulting in God’s judgement and Daniel courageously delivered God’s verdict to the doomed king.

DANIEL 5 - BELSHAZZAR’S FEAST This chapter deals with Belshazzar’s feast and makes a striking contrast with the previous chapter which described Nebuchadnezzar’s conversion. Both kings heard the Word of God - and for them it was a final word - but what a difference in their response. The author ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Writing On The Wall” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

There is a last night for everyone, a last breath, a last statement. All of us are weighed in God’s balances - every day.

OPEN BIBLES TO Daniel 5 & 1 Corinthians 1.26 1. Leaders come and go. a. Even though they are confident that their reign will last forever, it doesn’t. EVER. NEVER. Leaders, they come & go. Psalm 75.7 But God is the Judge: He puts down one, And exalts another. FOR SURE: Nebuchadnezzar was that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Handwriting On The Wall?

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007

This sermon takes a look back at ancient Babylon and compares it to modern day America.

Introduction: Most of you here tonight have probably heard the phrase or expression “The handwriting is on the wall” before. But what some of you many not realize is that the phrase originated from an event that is recorded in the Bible. Turn with me if you will to Daniel 5:1-6. (NIV) On March ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When God Crashes A Party Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 30, 2006

In Daniel 5:1-31 we see what happens when God crashes a party.

Scripture Today I would like to continue in my sermon series in the book of Daniel. Please listen as I read Daniel 5:1-31: 1 King Belshazzar gave a great banquet for a thousand of his nobles and drank wine with them. 2 While Belshazzar was drinking his wine, he gave orders to bring in the gold ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"How Do You Know When Your Number Is Up?

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 24, 2005

For Belshazzar it was too late. He had mocked God for the last time. What led to his demise? It was “too late” for Belshazzar, but it may not be too late for you. Please heed this message!

“How do you know when your number is up?” Introduction: For Belshazzar it was too late. He had mocked God for the last time. What led to his demise? It was “too late” for Belshazzar, but it may not be too late for you. Please heed this message! The handwriting was on the wall. The old ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

When God Humbles Those Who Walk In Pride

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

God’s rememdy for pride.

The last words of Nebuchadnezzar the Bible records are words of praise to the Lord, “Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise, exalt, and honor the King of Heaven, for all His works are true and all His ways just. He is able to humble those who walk in pride.” (Daniel 4:37) A very difficult lesson for anyone ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Integrity - Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Jul 10, 2006

As a senior citizen, Daniel was again called upon to do God’s work. Fifth in the series on Integrity.

7-9-2006 Integrity - Finishing Strong Daniel 5:1-30 Pastor Don Jones West Glendale Baptist Church One of the hardest aspects of integrity is living life consistently. With all of the problems we face throughout our lives, it is no wonder many fail to act and react consistently in each ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-30

Denomination: Baptist