Sermons on Daniel 1:3-13:

Living With Purpose

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Mar 28, 2023

What can we learn from young Daniel? We know he "purposed in his heart," but what does that mean? And how can we do what he did?

It all happened so fast. Before the boy realized what was going on, he had been ripped out of his home. His family could not stop the soldiers from taking him. He had been chosen as one of the prime suspects to be taken to Babylon to stand before the king. With tears in his ears, the boy watches as ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Babylon: Clear The Clutter Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2022

We no longer live in a Christian nation. In this 5-week series, we are going to focus on the life of a believer in God who was forced to live in Babylon and draw from his life principles for us. He lived in Babylon. We live in Babylon. He was pulled away from God. We are pulled away from God.

FAITH FOR EXILES: LIVING IN BABYLON CLEAR THE CLUTTER DANIEL 1:1-21 INTRODUCTION Today we begin a 5-week sermon series that will focus our attention on a basic truth that not all of us want to admit. We find it difficult to admit if we can at all. There should be a support group for those who ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resolve Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 16, 2022

Resolve to live convictionally without compromise.

Last Sunday afternoon, Beth and I drove to the Chicago area to celebrate Mother’s Day with Beth’s mom. It was a joy to see her mom and dad, two of her sisters, and two brothers-in-law. After visiting for a bit, my brother-in-law Mark shared how disappointed and sad he is about what is happening ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Youth With Christ In Action

Contributed by Minister Dachi on Oct 20, 2022

Solomon, who wasted much of his life in folly, perhaps thought better of the matter in his declining days. He contended: “Remember now your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near when you will say, I have no pleasure in them” (Eccl. 12:1).

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT YOUTH LIFE? ECCLESIASTES 11:9-10 Young People, enjoy your youth. Be happy while you are still young. Do what you want to do, and follow your heart’s desire. But remember that God is going to judge you for whatever you do. Youth is a time for fundamental decisions ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-17, Acts 6:1-7

Commitment … The Missing Ingredient

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 5, 2022

From time to time, most of us, have begun to eat something that was set before us, and before we took our first bite, not the second or third, we noticed something was missing, and we said, “Someone forgot to add the salt!”

As we begin to read the first chapter of the book of Acts, not the second or third, but the first chapter, and we compare the New Testament church to the modern church, we are aware that something is missing. We cannot help but ask, “Where is the evidence of those things that so characterized the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith That’s Sincere.

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Mar 9, 2022

If you had a choice to defile your body by eating from a table filled with defiled food or starve and obey God? The young men in your hearing had to face that decision in front of the Persian king.

If you had a choice to defile your body by eating from a table filled with defiled food or starve and obey God? The young men in your hearing had to face that decision in front of the Persian king. God Brought Favor for You. Daniel had made up in his mind that he would not eat the King’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel - The University Years Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 12, 2023

The decision not to defile yourself is not made in the heat of passion or at the bar stool or in the twinkie aisle or at the office watercooler or at your computer when no one is looking. That decision must be made before the temptation ever presents itself.

May 13, 2023 Historical Housekeeping The book of Daniel is divided into 2 sections – the narratives (stories) and the prophetic visions. The central theme of the book is the Sovereignty of God over all the earth – including nations who do not acknowledge Him. Chapters 1:1-2:4a were written ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21, Habakkuk 1:5-6

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Purpose-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 4, 2023

This week we’ll look at a heart filled with purpose, a heart dedicated to God, His word, and His way. And in this study, we’ll not only be looking at the life of Daniel, but also at what Paul said to the Philippians about Jesus, and Jesus’s description of a disciple.

A Christian’s Heart “A Purpose-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNdpjm14DK4 The year is 605 B.C. and Jerusalem has just been taken by the Babylonian army, and Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, gave instructions to one of his top recruiters, Ashpenaz, master ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8, Philippians 2:5-8, Luke 9:23, John 8:12, Matthew 5:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Nobody Will See Your Sine If You Are No Different Than The World Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 29, 2022

God tells us in both the Old and New Testament to let our light shine. That will not happen if we are no different than the world.

ILLUSTRATION In Daniel chapter 12, there is a verse that every Christian should memorize. And it is: Daniel 12:3 (NKJV) 3 Those who are wise shall shine Like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever. In the first part of the verse, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Need For Bible Convictions

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 2, 2022

In the modern church today, you do not hear many sermons on Bible convictions. In fact, in the modern church, the word “Conviction” is rarely mentioned.

Illus: Years ago, it was not unusual to hear Christians in the church saying such things as, “I do not do this, or that, because it is a Bible conviction I have.” But today, you rarely hear professing Christians talk about Bible convictions they have. Why? Because, Bible convictions are based on ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Being Real In A World Being Fake

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2023

it is time to be real to a world that is confused about a lot of things of life.

Being Real in a world being Fake Daniel chapter 1:1-21 Introduction- Our leadership team has been down in Philly for District Assembly. It happens once a year around this time and I want to talk a minute about it and its importance for the whole church not just those who are delegates that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Evangelism In Schools And Campuses Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

Evangelism in schools and campuses is a divine mandate to raise the next generation for Christ.

EVANGELISM IN SCHOOLS AND CAMPUSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 12:1 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Timothy 3:15, Daniel 1:8, 1 Timothy 4:12 INTRODUCTION Evangelism in schools and campuses is crucial because young people are at a stage of life where they are shaping their ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Timothy 3:15, Daniel 1:8, 1 Timothy 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Daniel’s life stands as a powerful testimony of faithfulness, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to God. He thrived in a hostile environment without compromising his beliefs and was greatly used by God to reveal deep prophetic mysteries.

CHARACTER STUDY OF DANIEL – PROPHET IN BABYLON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:8 "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank..." Supporting Texts: Daniel 2:19-23, Daniel 3:16-18, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8, Daniel 2:19-23, Daniel 3:16-18, Daniel 6:10, Daniel 9:3-4, Daniel 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In A Strange New World

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 2, 2025

We live in an interesting world to say the least. We live in a time when a great deal of upheaval is happening all around us. A great many of our traditional Christian beliefs are either being replaced, ignored or reinterpreted. How do we stay faithful?

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7;Matthew 22:27; Psalm 119:105; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Matthew 6:5-13; Matthew 5:13-16 Theme: Staying True during Exile Title: Living In A Strange New World We live in an interesting world to say the least. We live in a time when a great deal of upheaval is happening all ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7, Matthew 22:27, Psalm 119:105, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 6:5-13, Matthew 5:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Favour For Supernatural Promotion

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 9, 2025

Favour is a spiritual currency that opens doors no man can shut. It lifts from obscurity to visibility, from the back to the front, and from lack to abundance.

FAVOUR FOR SUPERNATURAL PROMOTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:9 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Esther 2:17, Genesis 39:21, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52 INTRODUCTION: Promotion is not always the product of hard work, connections, or qualifications—it is ultimately determined by the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:9, Psalm 75:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God