In Chapter 1 of Daniel, we are introduced to these uprooted and transplanted "aliens" who find themselves living in a strange world. But even though these Hebrew men are taken out of the Promised Land, it is clear that the Promises of God are still deeply rooted within them.  This chapter illustrates how to negotiate a faithful life in a pagan culture. Daniel sets an example of staying loyal to God in a culture that is less and less influenced by God (or a society that is no longer Christian).

Not of This World: Daniel

This World Is Not Your Home

Daniel 1

Daniel in one sentence:

In an out-of-control world; be assured, God is in control.

When this world is not your home, how do you survive in a strange land?

Look Around (Know WHERE you are)

See v1-2a.

"God would rather have His people living in shameful captivity in a pagan land than living like pagans in the Holy Land and disgracing His name." - Warren Wiersbe

Illustration: OODA LOOP

Look Within (Know WHO you are)

See v6.

"Whoever controls the scripts in schools will control the direction of the country." - Dr. Albert Mohler

Look Up (Know WHOSE you are)

See Daniel 1:8-17, 20.

"I am the way, the truth and the life." - Jesus (John 14:6)

Romans 12:2, "Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect."