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YouTube Description In this faith-building message titled "Let God Be God," Pastor Chad Veach continues Zoe Church's series Watch God Work by teaching from the story of the fiery furnace in Daniel 3. He unpacks how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood firm in the face of cultural pressure, trusting God not only for deliverance but through the fire. This is a word for anyone walking through a storm, waiting on a miracle, or learning to trust even when things don't go as planned. Through scripture, stories, and humor, Pastor Chad reminds us that God doesn't always rescue from the fire but He always shows up in it. At Zoe, our mission is simple: People Saved, Disciples Made, Leaders Raised, and The Church Released. Through every service, we seek to share the love and hope of Jesus, impact lives, and see transformation in communities in Los Angeles and around the world. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this stream with friends and family!

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 16, Session 2—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

#top .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-5e97b6b77962b968f3b8eccba4434249{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-5e97b6b77962b968f3b8eccba4434249 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-5e97b6b77962b968f3b8eccba4434249 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; } Through My Bible Yr 02 – December 08Daniel 3 LISTEN HERE Through My Bible – December 08 Daniel 3 (EHV) https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/02-1208db.mp3 See series: Through My Bible Nebuchadnezzar's Command to Worship His Idol 1 King Nebuchadnezzar made a golden statue. It was ninety feet tall and nine feet wide. [1] He set it up in the plain of Dura [2] in the province of Babylon. 2 King Nebuchadnezzar sent word to assemble the satraps, the prefects and the governors, the counselors, the treasurers, the judges, the magistrates, and all of the rulers of the provinces [3] to come to the dedication of the statue that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up. 3 Then the satraps, the prefects and the governors, the counselors, the treasurers, the judges, the magistrates, and all of the rulers of the provinces assembled for the dedication of King Nebuchadnezzar's statue. They stood in front of the statue that Nebuchadnezzar had set up. 4 The herald called out loudly, “To you peoples, nations, and languages, this command is given: 5 When you hear the sound of the horn, the flute, the lyre, the harp, the triangular harp, the drum, [4] and all kinds of musical instruments, [5] you will fall down and worship the gold statue that King Nebuchadnezzar set up. 6 Whoever does not fall down and worship will immediately be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace.” 7 Therefore, when all the peoples heard the sound of the horn, the flute, the lyre, the harp, the triangular harp, and all kinds of musical instruments, all the peoples, nations, and languages fell down and worshipped the golden statue that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up. The Young Men Remain Faithful 8 At that time, some Chaldeans approached the king and maliciously accused the Jews. 9 They said to King Nebuchadnezzar, “Your Majesty, [6] may you live forever! 10 You, Your Majesty, gave an order that everyone who hears the sound of the horn, the flute, the lyre, the harp, the triangular harp, the drum, and all kinds of musical instruments must fall down and worship the golden statue, 11 and whoever does not fall down and worship will be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace. 12 There are Jews whom you appointed over the administration of the province of Babylon, namely, Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego. These men do not pay attention to you, Your Majesty. They do not serve your gods, and they do not worship the gold statue that you set up.” 13 Then in a furious rage Nebuchadnezzar said to bring Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego. So these men were brought before the king. 14 Nebuchadnezzar said to them, “Is it true, Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego, that you do not serve my gods and that you do not worship the golden statue that I set up? 15 Now, if you are ready, at the time when you hear the sound of the horn, the flute, the lyre, the harp, the triangular harp, the drum, and all kinds of musical instruments, you must fall down and worship the statue I made. But if you do not worship, you will immediately be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace. What god will be able to save you from my hands?” 16 Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego answered King Nebuchadnezzar, “We have no need to answer you about this matter. 17 Since our God, whom we serve, does exist, he is able to save us from the blazing fiery furnace. So, he may save us from your hand, Your Majesty. [7] 18 But if he does not, you should know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods, and we will not worship the golden statue that you set up.” The Young Men Are Miraculously Saved by God 19 Then Nebuchadnezzar was filled with rage, and the expression on his face changed against Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego. He said to heat the furnace seven times hotter than it was usually heated. 20 He ordered some men, who were soldiers from his army, to bind Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego in order to throw them into the blazing fiery furnace. 21 So these men were bound in their coats, their pants, their turbans, and their other clothing, and they were thrown into the middle of the blazing fiery furnace. 22 Because the king's order was urgent and the furnace was extremely hot, those men who carried Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego were killed by the intense heat of the fire. 23 But these three men, Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego, who had been tied up, fell into the blazing fiery furnace. 24 Then King Nebuchadnezzar was startled and immediately stood up. He said to his advisors, “Didn't we throw three men, who had been tied up, into the middle of the fire?” They answered the king, “Certainly, Your Majesty.” 25 He said, “Look! I see four men, who are untied and walking around in the middle of the fire, unharmed. What is more, the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.” 26 Then Nebuchadnezzar approached the door of the blazing fiery furnace. He said, “Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego, servants of the Most High God, come out!” Then Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego came out from the middle of the furnace. 27 The satraps, the prefects, the governors, and the royal advisors gathered together and looked at these men. The fire had no power over their bodies. Not a hair on their head was singed, their robes were not damaged, and the smell of fire had not stuck to them. 28 Nebuchadnezzar said, “Blessed be the God of Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego, who sent his angel and saved his servants, who trusted in God and ignored the king's command. They gave up their bodies and did not pay homage or worship any god except their God. 29 So I have issued an order that every people, nation, and language that speaks any blasphemy against the God of Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego shall be cut to pieces, and his house shall be turned into a pile of rubble, because there is no other god who is able to save like this.” 30 Then the king promoted Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego in the province of Babylon. Footnotes Daniel 3:1 Literally sixty cubits and six cubits Daniel 3:1 Or in the niche in the city wall Daniel 3:2 The precise distinctions between these Aramaic and Persian titles for government officials are uncertain. Daniel 3:5 Or a type of pipe or bagpipes Daniel 3:5 The identification of some of these instruments is uncertain. Daniel 3:9 Literally O King Daniel 3:17 The translation of this verse is difficult. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-aocsdx-89cb4ca21532423cf697fc393b6fcee0{ height:10px; } The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4vzadh-3f04b370105df1fd314a2a9d83e55b26{ height:50px; } Share this entryShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare by MailLink to FlickrLink to InstagramLink to Vimeo

#top .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-94559c944ac33b8804b95736f5c87c15{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-94559c944ac33b8804b95736f5c87c15 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-94559c944ac33b8804b95736f5c87c15 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; } Through My Bible Yr 02 – December 07Daniel 2:31-49 LISTEN HERE Through My Bible – December 07 Daniel 2:31-49 (EHV) https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/02-1207db.mp3 See series: Through My Bible Daniel 2 31 You, Your Majesty, were looking, and there was a very great statue. That statue, which was large and extremely bright, was standing in front of you. Its appearance was frightening. 32 The statue looked like this: Its head was fine gold, its chest and its arms were silver, its abdomen and its thighs were bronze, 33 its shins were iron, and its feet were partly iron and partly fired clay. 34 You continued to watch until a stone was cut, but not by human hands. It struck the statue on its feet that were iron and clay, and it smashed them. 35 Then all at once the iron, the clay, the bronze, the silver, and the gold were crushed and became like the chaff on the threshing floors of summer. The wind carried them away, and no trace of them could be found. However, the stone that struck the statue became a great mountain and filled the entire earth. 36 This is the dream. So now we will interpret its meaning for Your Majesty. 37 You, Your Majesty, are the king of kings to whom the God of Heaven has given a kingdom, power, strength, and glory. 38 Wherever there are people, wild animals, and birds of the air, God has given them into your hand, and he has made you ruler over all of them. You are the head of gold. 39 After you another kingdom will arise that will be inferior to yours. Then another kingdom, a third kingdom of bronze will arise. This kingdom will rule the entire earth. 40 A fourth kingdom will be as strong as iron, since iron crushes and shatters everything. So, like iron that smashes, it will crush and smash all of these other kingdoms. 41 Because you saw feet and toes partly of potter's clay and partly of iron, this will be a divided kingdom. It will have some of the hardness of iron, because you saw iron mixed with common clay. [1] 42 What is more, the toes of the feet were partly iron and partly clay. This means that part of the kingdom will be strong and part of it will be brittle. 43 You saw iron mixed with common clay. This means that the different parts of the kingdom will be a mixture of different races of people, [2] and they will not remain united to one another, just as iron does not mix with clay. 44 In the days of those kings, the God of Heaven will establish a kingdom that will never be destroyed, and this kingdom will not be left to another race of people. It will crush and put an end to all of these kingdoms, but it will stand forever, 45 just as you saw that a stone was cut from the mountain, but not by human hands, and it crushed the iron, the bronze, the clay, the silver, and the gold. A great God has made known to Your Majesty what will happen after this. The dream is sure, and its interpretation is certain. 46 Then King Nebuchadnezzar fell facedown and paid homage to [3] Daniel. He commanded that a sacrificial gift and incense be offered to him. 47 The king said, “Truly your God is the God of Gods, the Lord of Kings, and the Revealer of Mysteries, because you were able to reveal this mystery.” 48 Then the king promoted Daniel to a high position and gave him many valuable gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief prefect over all the wise men of Babylon. 49 When Daniel requested it, the king appointed Shadrak, Meshak, and Abednego over the administration of the province of Babylon. Daniel remained in the royal court. Footnotes Daniel 2:41 Common clay is literally clay of clay, with two different Aramaic words for clay. Daniel 2:43 Literally will be mixed among the seed of man Daniel 2:46 Or worshipped #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-aocsdx-89cb4ca21532423cf697fc393b6fcee0{ height:10px; } The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4vzadh-3f04b370105df1fd314a2a9d83e55b26{ height:50px; } Share this entryShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare by MailLink to FlickrLink to InstagramLink to Vimeo

I'll Serve God No Matter The Consequences: Is That Your Heart's Cry? Or Just When It's Easy? Daniel 3:16-18 16Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego replied to him, “King Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you in this matter. 17If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it, and he will deliver us c from Your Majesty's hand. 18But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.”

#top .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-3ce68255e5fbbb6d29124630242939e5{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-3ce68255e5fbbb6d29124630242939e5 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-3ce68255e5fbbb6d29124630242939e5 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; } Through My Bible Yr 02 – December 05Daniel 1 LISTEN HERE Through My Bible – December 05 Daniel 1 (EHV) https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/02-1205db.mp3 See series: Through My Bible Daniel Is Taken to Babylon 1 In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. 2 The Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into Nebuchadnezzar's hand, along with some of the vessels of the House of God, and he brought them to the land of Shinar, [1] into the house of his god. He brought the vessels into the treasury of his god. 3 The king told Ashpenaz, the chief of his court officials, [2] to bring some young Israelite men from the royal family or from the nobility. 4 He was to choose young men who had no blemish, who were good looking, who had insight into all kinds of wisdom, who possessed knowledge, understanding, and learning, and who were capable of serving in the king's palace, in order to teach them the literature and language of the Chaldeans. [3] 5 The king assigned them daily rations from the special royal food and from the king's own wine. He ordered that they should be trained for three years. At the end of training they were to serve the king. 6 In this group of young men were the Judeans Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. 7 The chief of the officials gave them new names. He gave Daniel the name Belteshazzar, Hananiah the name Shadrak, Mishael the name Meshak, and Azariah the name Abednego. The Young Men Are Steadfast in Their Faith 8 Daniel made up his mind that he would not defile himself with the special food of the king or with the wine that he drank. So he sought permission from the chief official, so that he would not have to defile himself. 9 God made the chief of the officials favorable and sympathetic toward Daniel. 10 Then the chief of the officials said to Daniel, “I am afraid of my lord the king, who assigned your food and your drink. Why should he see your faces looking less healthy than those of the other young men who are your age? You put my life at risk before the king.” 11 Daniel said to the superintendent whom the chief of the officials had placed over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, 12 “Please test your servants for ten days. Tell them to give us only vegetables, and we will eat them and drink water. 13 Observe our appearance and the appearance of the young men who eat the special royal food. Then deal with your servants based on what you see.” 14 So he listened to what they said about this and tested them for ten days. 15 At the end of ten days, their appearance was noticeably better than that of the others. They were healthier than any of the young men who had been eating the special royal food. 16 So the superintendent permanently took away the special royal food and the wine they were to drink and gave them only vegetables. 17 As for these four young men, God gave them knowledge and insight into all kinds of literature, as well as wisdom. In addition, Daniel also understood every kind of vision and dream. 18 At the end of the time which the king had set for them to be brought to him, the chief of the officials brought them before Nebuchadnezzar. 19 The king spoke with them, and none of the others were found to be comparable to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they served the king. 20 In every matter concerning wisdom and understanding that the king sought from them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians [4] and spell casters in his entire kingdom. 21 So Daniel remained there until the first year of King Cyrus. Footnotes Daniel 1:2 That is, Babylon Daniel 1:3 The term may refer to eunuchs, but it is not limited to this meaning. Daniel 1:4 The Chaldeans were the ethnic group ruling Babylon. Daniel 1:20 The distinctions between the various kinds of occult practitioners are unclear. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-aocsdx-89cb4ca21532423cf697fc393b6fcee0{ height:10px; } The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4vzadh-3f04b370105df1fd314a2a9d83e55b26{ height:50px; } Share this entryShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare by MailLink to FlickrLink to InstagramLink to Vimeo

Daniel 3:16–18, Proverbs 4:23. True strength begins with surrender. In a culture that bows to pressure and fear, the furnace becomes the place where trust is exposed, idols lose their grip, and bondage burns off. This Sunday, Pastor James Powell unpacks how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show us "even if" faith the kind that guards the heart, resists cultural idolatry, and reveals Jesus in the very fire meant to break us.

Today on the PrayFull Podcast, Pastor Jeff McKee continues with the third installment from, "Don't Fight the Wrong Battle." We continue with the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego that illustrates true faith and allegiance to God must supersede any earthly authority or challenge. We're challenged to cultivate a genuine, consistent relationship with God that can withstand any external pressure or persecution.

Daniel 3:28 shows how the bold faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego made even King Nebuchadnezzar acknowledge God's power. Their trust, courage, and obedience became a testimony. This message reminds us that when we stand firm in our faith, others can recognize God through our actions, our character, and our unwavering devotion

Daniel 3:1, 8-30 Due to some technical issues, the beginning of Susan's sermon was cut off. On this first Sunday of Advent 2025, we were introduced to the theme for Advent: "Be Amazed!" This week's focus was on the three youths, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who refused to bow down to the image of King Nebuchadnezzar. As a result, they are thrown into the fiery furnace. Yet God protects them. (Image of the fiery furnace by artist Konstantinos Adrianoupolitis, in the public domain.)

En este episodio se expone cómo Dios prepara a sus siervos en lo privado para las victorias en público, usando ejemplos bíblicos como David, Sadrach, Mesach y Abednego. Se destaca el entrenamiento espiritual mediante la oración y la experiencia para enfrentar pruebas inesperadas y derrotar a los gigantes de la vida.

The message today focuses on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's lives. They chose to obey God rather than bow down to King Nebuchadnezzar. But who is this King Nebuchadnezzar? Who are Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? Why were they willing to die for their faith?What is an unshakeable faith all about?Join our community:Facebook: https://facebook.com/UECPhilippinesFacebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/UnitedEvangelicalChurchofthePhilippinesInstagram: https://instagram.com/uecphilippines/Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uecphilippinesViber: https://bitly.com/UECPViberComm

This message was a keynote given to next gen leaders at our annual Initiate Leadership Conference. This recording was from General Session 3 where our theme was "Focused Leadership". In this session, Brandon Richardson ( Lead Pastor, Base Church) speaks to the necessity of having courage as ministry leaders. Brandon unpacked the idea that regardless of what those around us think we must remain obedient and faithful to God alone. Brandon unpacked the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego from the book of Daniel. To find out more, have a listen to this timely message from Initiate 2025.

Through their wisdom and through their service to the king, Daniel and his friends bear witness to the power and glory of God through their faithful witness. Many of us know the account found in today's reading, wherein Daniel's friends (here called by their Babylonian names Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego) are forced to decide between paying homage to Nebuchadnezzar's idol or burning alive in a giant furnace. They choose the difficult path of faithfulness, confessing that God can save them if he so desires. In chapter 4, the king recounts a dream and Daniel's interpretation of it, followed by the fulfillment of the dream wherein the king is humbled by God Almighty.Daniel 3 - 1:04 . Daniel 4 - 8:58 . Proverbs 27:1-13 - 17:59 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

In this episode of the PrayFull Podcast, Pastor Jeff McKee continues with the second installment from a message entitled, "Don't Fight the Wrong Battle." We continue with the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego that illustrates true faith and allegiance to God must supersede any earthly authority or challenge. We're challenged to cultivate a genuine, consistent relationship with God that can withstand any external pressure or persecution.

In this passage, we see King Nebuchadnezzar's actions in response to Daniel's perfect interpretation of his dream of the statue. The King's response to build a self-glorifying golden statue and demand its worship and the people's response to this command reveals mankind's tendency for vain glory, apart from the Holy Spirit. In this desire for ‘glory,' Satan exploits an individual's insecurities, weakness, and emptiness to incite them to ungodly, Satanic behavior.In contrast, Shadrack, Meshack and Abednego give us an example of courageous faith in the midst of great persecution. Their ‘perfect moment' refusing to worship any other god teaches us how to stand firm in what we believe— with courage, integrity, and respect.

Faith that is tested is faith that is strengthened. We wrap up our Daniel series with the reminder that God was with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire, and He will be with us as we face trials and hardship too.

Faith that is tested is faith that is strengthened. We wrap up our Daniel series with the reminder that God was with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire, and He will be with us as we face trials and hardship too.

Faith was never meant to blend in. It was designed to stand out.We live in a world that rewards silence about truth and punishes conviction. A world that bows to comfort, compromise, and convenience. But God didn't save us to survive the times — He called us to shape them.When Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood before the fiery furnace, they weren't trying to make headlines. They were simply obeying God. Nebuchadnezzar said, “Bow or burn.” They replied, “We will not bow.” That's what bold faith looks like — calm, steady defiance against evil, rooted in trust, not arrogance.And that same spirit is what we need today.Michelle and I have felt this pressure too. When you stand for biblical truth — whether it's about marriage, life, or morality — you'll be called intolerant, outdated, or even hateful. But the real hate is staying silent while people walk blindly toward destruction. Love tells the truth even when it costs you.I'll never forget when we decided to start speaking boldly about Israel, about truth in Scripture, about the deception in modern culture. Some people applauded. Others walked away. But the peace that came from obedience was worth every uncomfortable goodbye.See, bold faith doesn't mean being loud; it means being loyal. It means your confidence is in God, not the crowd.Daniel didn't close his window to pray in secret. He opened it — knowing full well what the cost would be. The lions didn't scare him because he had already decided: I'd rather die in faith than live in fear.Faith like that isn't born in comfort; it's forged in conviction.Too many believers want to be liked by a world that crucified their Savior. Jesus said in John 15:18, “If the world hates you, know that it has hated Me before it hated you.” If your faith never offends darkness, it's probably not shining bright enough.Fear says, “Stay quiet.”Faith says, “Stand firm.”You can't follow Jesus and keep your reputation safe at the same time. You'll either carry your cross or protect your image — but you can't do both.Bold faith doesn't wait for perfect circumstances; it thrives in pressure. It's standing in the boardroom, the classroom, or your own living room and saying, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”And here's the key — bold faith doesn't mean reckless arrogance. It means Spirit-led courage. It's knowing when to speak, how to speak, and when to simply stand and let your presence declare your allegiance.Michelle often reminds me, “Courage is contagious.” And she's right. When one believer stands up, it strengthens the knees of another. That's how revival starts — one act of obedience at a time.

Faith was never meant to blend in. It was designed to stand out.We live in a world that rewards silence about truth and punishes conviction. A world that bows to comfort, compromise, and convenience. But God didn't save us to survive the times — He called us to shape them.When Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood before the fiery furnace, they weren't trying to make headlines. They were simply obeying God. Nebuchadnezzar said, “Bow or burn.” They replied, “We will not bow.” That's what bold faith looks like — calm, steady defiance against evil, rooted in trust, not arrogance.And that same spirit is what we need today.Michelle and I have felt this pressure too. When you stand for biblical truth — whether it's about marriage, life, or morality — you'll be called intolerant, outdated, or even hateful. But the real hate is staying silent while people walk blindly toward destruction. Love tells the truth even when it costs you.I'll never forget when we decided to start speaking boldly about Israel, about truth in Scripture, about the deception in modern culture. Some people applauded. Others walked away. But the peace that came from obedience was worth every uncomfortable goodbye.See, bold faith doesn't mean being loud; it means being loyal. It means your confidence is in God, not the crowd.Daniel didn't close his window to pray in secret. He opened it — knowing full well what the cost would be. The lions didn't scare him because he had already decided: I'd rather die in faith than live in fear.Faith like that isn't born in comfort; it's forged in conviction.Too many believers want to be liked by a world that crucified their Savior. Jesus said in John 15:18, “If the world hates you, know that it has hated Me before it hated you.” If your faith never offends darkness, it's probably not shining bright enough.Fear says, “Stay quiet.”Faith says, “Stand firm.”You can't follow Jesus and keep your reputation safe at the same time. You'll either carry your cross or protect your image — but you can't do both.Bold faith doesn't wait for perfect circumstances; it thrives in pressure. It's standing in the boardroom, the classroom, or your own living room and saying, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”And here's the key — bold faith doesn't mean reckless arrogance. It means Spirit-led courage. It's knowing when to speak, how to speak, and when to simply stand and let your presence declare your allegiance.Michelle often reminds me, “Courage is contagious.” And she's right. When one believer stands up, it strengthens the knees of another. That's how revival starts — one act of obedience at a time.

In this episode of the PrayFull Podcast, Pastor Jeff McKee reminds believers to focus primarily on their internal spiritual reality rather than external circumstances or political battles. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego illustrates true faith and allegiance to God must supersede any earthly authority or challenge. We're challenged to cultivate a genuine, consistent relationship with God that can withstand any external pressure or persecution.

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego faced the furnace not because their faith failed, but because they trusted the God who saves. Their refusal to bow isn't stubbornness, it's confidence that the Lord is worthy of trust even when the flames rise and deliverance seems impossible. In the fire, the Lord makes himself known. This week we'll see how their story invites us to the same confession— the God who stood with them in the furnace is the God who stands with us in every trial.Pastor Schroeder's sermon preached at Faith on November 16, 2025. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

✨ Some faith survives storms, but some faith stands in fire. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego didn't bow because conviction had already been forged in secret. What gives a believer such courage? What builds a faith that says, “Even if He doesn't…”? Discover the secret in today's devotion.

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Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood firm when everyone else bowed down. Their faith put them in the furnace — but it also put them in the presence of the Son of God. The same fire meant to destroy them became the place where God displayed His glory and power. They became blessed, not burned!Be part of what God is doing at Mount Holly. To learn more about our ministries, our pastor, and to plan your visit, click here: https://www.mountholly.orgBecause of your generosity, we're able to continue leading people into the life-changing presence of God. If you feel led to give, click here: https://www.mountholly.org/give

Has compromise ever felt safer than conviction? In this message from Daniel 3, Pastor Ben Young shares the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—three young men who stood their ground when everyone else bowed. Whether you're facing pressure, trials, or even your own fiery furnace, this message will encourage you to hold fast, trust God, and walk through it knowing you're never alone.

In today's episode, we finish with part three Pastor Jeff's message, "But If Not." He reminds us of the spiritual battle raging around us, using the example of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3:18. We're encouraged to be the light in a dark world. Are we ready to stand for Christ, even when it costs us everything?

Have you ever felt pressured to compromise your faith to fit in? In this episode, Christine Caine unpacks the powerful story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3—a story of courage, conviction, and the unmistakable presence of God in life's fiery trials. Christine challenges listeners to recognize the modern idols we're tempted to bow to and to live with the kind of unshakable faith that says, “Even if God doesn't…” This message will inspire you to stand firm, stay faithful, and trust that God is with you in the fire. ✨ You'll discover:● How to recognize the “modern idols” that compete for your worship.● Why courage and conviction are essential in a culture of compromise.● How to trust God's presence when the heat is on. Get your free Episode Reflection Guide → http://bit.ly/4gx1ZYk + + + + SUBSCRIBE: https://bit.ly/ChristineCaineSubscribeORDER Christine's newest book, Don't Look Back → https://linktr.ee/christinecaine ORDER Christine's new devotional, "You're Not Finished Yet" → https://linktr.ee/christinecaine For more great stuff, check out:LISTEN to Christine Caine's Life and Leadership Podcast→ https://linktr.ee/christinecaineDONATE to Equip & Empower Ministries: https://linktr.ee/christinecaine Follow Christine on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChristineCaine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theChristineCaine/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristineCaine Christine Caine is a speaker, activist, and bestselling author who awakens people everywhere to discover their God-given purpose and live transformed lives for Jesus. Alongside her husband, Nick, she founded A21, a global anti-human trafficking organization that prevents exploitation, recovers victims, and empowers survivors. She also launched Propel Women, an initiative equipping women worldwide to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and live confidently in their calling. Through Equip & Empower, Christine activates people everywhere to live on mission for Jesus. Christine is the author of more than a dozen books and Bible studies, and she holds a Master's Degree in Evangelism and Leadership from Wheaton College. For over 30 years, she and Nick have faithfully served the global Church. You can tune into her weekly Equip & Empower and Life & Leadership podcasts for practical insights and encouragement, always pointing to the hope found in Jesus. Christine and Nick live with their daughters, Catherine and Sophia. To learn more about Christine and her resources, visit http://www.christinecaine.com.

Through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Pastor Valerie Webb reminds us about how a relationship with God can allow us to survive hard times. We are all made for worship, and who we worship has an effect on how we experience life. When we worship God, we know that God is able to deliver, and is our shield and safe place, something that we cannot create for ourselves. The God we worship is worthy of our trust, and walks with us in the fire. Through trusting God when we are delivered, and when it feels like we aren't, we are able to find peace in even the hard times.

Why do Christians have to go through hardship? Well, trials are like God’s gym. In them, we're broken down so we can be built up. Pastor Greg Laurie shares more in his message focused on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Notes: Focus verse - Daniel 3 / James 1 Jesus walking with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego through the fiery furnace. Do not despair! You are not alone in your hardship! 1 Peter 4:12Dear friends, don't be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through,as if something strange were happening to you. 1 Peter 4:14Be happy if you are insulted for being a Christian, for then the glorious Spirit of God will come upon you. There are different kinds of trials and testings in the life of the Christian.The devil tempts us to destroy our faith, but God tests us to develop our faith. A faith that cannot be tested is a faith that cannot be trusted.This is clearly shown in the story before us of Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego stood up for what was right, even at the risk of losing their own lives. The stand you make today will determine what kind of stand you will make tomorrow. The most important time of our life is the time of our youth.It is when we set our course and habits are developed. The evening of our life is determined by the morning of it,the end from the beginning. Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego made a stand in a small area.This is why they had the character and strength to make their stand in a larger one. Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego were captured along with Daniel and placed as counselors to the king. One night King Nebuchadnezzar had a troubling dream.When he awoke, he called in all the astrologers and magicians. The prophet, Daniel, humbly gave glory to God, and told the king he had dreamed of a giant statue. Daniel 2:47 (NLT)The King said to Daniel, "Truly, your God is the God of gods, the Lord over kings, a revealer of mysteries, for you have been able to reveal this secret." As chapter 3 opens, around 16–20 years have passed.King Nebuchadnezzar has a 90-foot-tall statue erected, covered in gold of himself! The King ordered that everyone gather for a big celebration.They had an orchestra in place and when they played you better bow, or else! The Lord was very clear about that in the Ten Commandments. Exodus 20:4–5"Do not make idols of any kind; you must never worship or bow down to them, for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God who will not share your affection with any.” Thousands of Israelites apparently bowed, but not these three.Someone estimated 300,000 people were present. Read Daniel 3:14–18 King Nebuchadnezzar was choosing off God, when he asks,“What god will be able to rescue you?” Nebuchadnezzar had quickly forgotten the God who gave him a dream. Because of his pride, Nebuchadnezzar would soon be brought to his knees. Everybody is a worshipper. The question is not if we worship or not.It’s who we worship. Because Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego worshipped God, they could not worship the statue. You will end up serving who you worship. Daniel 3:18”Your Majesty can be sure that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up." A moment at the altar of sexual experimentation can lead to a lifetime of regret. Moments spent worshipping God can lead to a lifetime of service. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego were adamant, they were not going to bow. This will happen in the life of every Christian.Sooner or later, you too will be asked to bow before some idol. These boys were facing peer pressure on an epic scale. Despite the fact that everyone in Babylon bowed,Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego stood up straight. They figured, "Better to burn on earth and bow in Heaven, than to bow on earth, and burn in Hell!” One day, the Disciples came to Jesus, excited that they could cast out demons. Luke 10:20 (NLT)“But don't rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven." Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego were not sure they would survive this, but they were sure of God’s promises.Daniel 3:17–18 Either God would preserve them, or He would be waiting on the other side. Upon hearing of this insubordination on the part of these three teens, the King flies into a rage. Read Daniel 3:19–25 Nebuchadnezzar said the fourth man looked “like the Son of God!” In this Christophany, Jesus walked with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego through this fiery furnace. Isaiah 43:2 (NIV)When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. Jesus is there with you, each step of the way. Jesus said, "Lo, I am with you, even until the end of the world." James 1:2–4When all kinds of trials and temptations crowd into your lives, my brothers, don't treat them as intruders but friends! Realize that they come to test your faith and to produce in you the quality of endurance. But let the process go on, until that endurance is fully developed, and you will find you have become men of mature character, men of integrity with no weak spots. Staying cool, when things get hot. How do you do that? It’s similar to going to the gym and working out. A lot of folks find themselves getting tired and lethargic and say, “I’m just getting old!”Yes, and it maybe you are just out of shape too. Maybe you need to get busy and do something with your faith. Jesus said, “Give and it shall be given unto you.” Trials take our faith from the realm of theory to reality. James 1:3 (NKJV)Knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. Perseverance! (Greek: Hypomonē) We know about the suffering of Joseph. Psalm 105:18 (NLT)They bruised his feet with fetters and placed his neck in an iron collar. “As he was laid in iron, iron entered his soul.” The very thing you want out of your life may be the thing you need in your life. If you want to grow spiritually, iron must enter your soul. James 1:4 (NKJV)Let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. We may pray, “Lord, use me for Your glory! Bless me, Lord!”Then a trial comes. James 1:2 (NKJV)My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials,No two experiences are alike. How did they do this?By the decisions and commitments they made years earlier. An idol is anyone or anything that takes God’s place in our life. 1 John 5:21 (NKJV)Little children, keep yourselves from idols. One day another world leader will come along and demand worship.The bible calls him Antichrist. He too will erect an image and demand worship, placing the image in the temple. Jesus promises to deliver us from this time of tribulation. Revelation 3:10 (NKJV)"Because you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the hour of trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.” Revelation 3:11 (NKJV)"Behold, I am coming quickly! Jesus says, ”Behold, I am coming quickly!”Revelation 3:11 Nebuchadnezzar saw God work. Maybe God is trying to get your attention today! Jesus died on the cross for your sin so you could know God. Looking for hope or know someone who is? Join Greg Laurie at the Harvest Crusade: Hope for America on November 16! Get event information here. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do Christians have to go through hardship? Well, trials are like God’s gym. In them, we're broken down so we can be built up. Pastor Greg Laurie shares more in his message focused on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Notes: Focus verse - Daniel 3 / James 1 Jesus walking with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego through the fiery furnace. Do not despair! You are not alone in your hardship! 1 Peter 4:12Dear friends, don't be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through,as if something strange were happening to you. 1 Peter 4:14Be happy if you are insulted for being a Christian, for then the glorious Spirit of God will come upon you. There are different kinds of trials and testings in the life of the Christian.The devil tempts us to destroy our faith, but God tests us to develop our faith. A faith that cannot be tested is a faith that cannot be trusted.This is clearly shown in the story before us of Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego stood up for what was right, even at the risk of losing their own lives. The stand you make today will determine what kind of stand you will make tomorrow. The most important time of our life is the time of our youth.It is when we set our course and habits are developed. The evening of our life is determined by the morning of it,the end from the beginning. Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego made a stand in a small area.This is why they had the character and strength to make their stand in a larger one. Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego were captured along with Daniel and placed as counselors to the king. One night King Nebuchadnezzar had a troubling dream.When he awoke, he called in all the astrologers and magicians. The prophet, Daniel, humbly gave glory to God, and told the king he had dreamed of a giant statue. Daniel 2:47 (NLT)The King said to Daniel, "Truly, your God is the God of gods, the Lord over kings, a revealer of mysteries, for you have been able to reveal this secret." As chapter 3 opens, around 16–20 years have passed.King Nebuchadnezzar has a 90-foot-tall statue erected, covered in gold of himself! The King ordered that everyone gather for a big celebration.They had an orchestra in place and when they played you better bow, or else! The Lord was very clear about that in the Ten Commandments. Exodus 20:4–5"Do not make idols of any kind; you must never worship or bow down to them, for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God who will not share your affection with any.” Thousands of Israelites apparently bowed, but not these three.Someone estimated 300,000 people were present. Read Daniel 3:14–18 King Nebuchadnezzar was choosing off God, when he asks,“What god will be able to rescue you?” Nebuchadnezzar had quickly forgotten the God who gave him a dream. Because of his pride, Nebuchadnezzar would soon be brought to his knees. Everybody is a worshipper. The question is not if we worship or not.It’s who we worship. Because Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego worshipped God, they could not worship the statue. You will end up serving who you worship. Daniel 3:18”Your Majesty can be sure that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up." A moment at the altar of sexual experimentation can lead to a lifetime of regret. Moments spent worshipping God can lead to a lifetime of service. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego were adamant, they were not going to bow. This will happen in the life of every Christian.Sooner or later, you too will be asked to bow before some idol. These boys were facing peer pressure on an epic scale. Despite the fact that everyone in Babylon bowed,Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego stood up straight. They figured, "Better to burn on earth and bow in Heaven, than to bow on earth, and burn in Hell!” One day, the Disciples came to Jesus, excited that they could cast out demons. Luke 10:20 (NLT)“But don't rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven." Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego were not sure they would survive this, but they were sure of God’s promises.Daniel 3:17–18 Either God would preserve them, or He would be waiting on the other side. Upon hearing of this insubordination on the part of these three teens, the King flies into a rage. Read Daniel 3:19–25 Nebuchadnezzar said the fourth man looked “like the Son of God!” In this Christophany, Jesus walked with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego through this fiery furnace. Isaiah 43:2 (NIV)When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. Jesus is there with you, each step of the way. Jesus said, "Lo, I am with you, even until the end of the world." James 1:2–4When all kinds of trials and temptations crowd into your lives, my brothers, don't treat them as intruders but friends! Realize that they come to test your faith and to produce in you the quality of endurance. But let the process go on, until that endurance is fully developed, and you will find you have become men of mature character, men of integrity with no weak spots. Staying cool, when things get hot. How do you do that? It’s similar to going to the gym and working out. A lot of folks find themselves getting tired and lethargic and say, “I’m just getting old!”Yes, and it maybe you are just out of shape too. Maybe you need to get busy and do something with your faith. Jesus said, “Give and it shall be given unto you.” Trials take our faith from the realm of theory to reality. James 1:3 (NKJV)Knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. Perseverance! (Greek: Hypomonē) We know about the suffering of Joseph. Psalm 105:18 (NLT)They bruised his feet with fetters and placed his neck in an iron collar. “As he was laid in iron, iron entered his soul.” The very thing you want out of your life may be the thing you need in your life. If you want to grow spiritually, iron must enter your soul. James 1:4 (NKJV)Let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. We may pray, “Lord, use me for Your glory! Bless me, Lord!”Then a trial comes. James 1:2 (NKJV)My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials,No two experiences are alike. How did they do this?By the decisions and commitments they made years earlier. An idol is anyone or anything that takes God’s place in our life. 1 John 5:21 (NKJV)Little children, keep yourselves from idols. One day another world leader will come along and demand worship.The bible calls him Antichrist. He too will erect an image and demand worship, placing the image in the temple. Jesus promises to deliver us from this time of tribulation. Revelation 3:10 (NKJV)"Because you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the hour of trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.” Revelation 3:11 (NKJV)"Behold, I am coming quickly! Jesus says, ”Behold, I am coming quickly!”Revelation 3:11 Nebuchadnezzar saw God work. Maybe God is trying to get your attention today! Jesus died on the cross for your sin so you could know God. Looking for hope or know someone who is? Join Greg Laurie at the Harvest Crusade: Hope for America on November 16! Get event information here. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Glenn Lawson continues our series on the book of Daniel, covering how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego defy King Nebachadnezzar's decree to worship idols. What does faith in Jesus Christ look like when a government or culture commands you to reject your beliefs and bow down to idols instead of God?

Former President Obama will hit the campaign trail to support Democratic candidates in the 2025 elections in Virginia and New Jersey. Mr. Bill joins the show to give a culture update. Bill Mahr and Charlie Sheen discuss the “Republican” concept of… jail? Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. The ethos that destroyed California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2 Chronicles 21 Jehoram succeeds his father Jehoshaphat and rules for 8 inglorious and evil years. Judah's king commences his reign by killing all his brothers. It was said of this king of Judah that he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel - this is because his wife was Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and Jezebel. Edom revolts and sets up their own ruler. A letter comes from the prophet Elijah and strongly rebukes Jehoram and prophesies of the disease which would kill Jehoram - a disgusting sort of dysentery that causes his bowels to fall out after two years of suffering. During this time the Philistines and Arabians invade Judah and ransack the king's house. In 2 Chronicles 22 we read that the people of Judah make Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, king at the age of 22. Ahaziah is evil like his great grandfather Omri and was no doubt controlled and directed by his mother, Athaliah. King Joram, of Israel, makes war with the Syrians and is seriously wounded. Ahaziah goes to visit his uncle in Jezreel; where he is met and slain by Jehu; whom God had appointed to destroy all of Ahab's offspring. Ahaziah is buried out of respect for Jehoshaphat. Athaliah now takes control of the throne of Judah. Athaliah likewise destroys all the seed Royal in Judah with the exception of Joash, who was hidden in the temple for six years by his faithful aunt Jehoshabeath and her husband the high priest, Jehoiadah. Daniel 3 speaks of Nebuchadnezzar's defiance of the vision presented to him. On the plain of Dura, just outside Babylon, the Chaldean king sets up an image made entirely of gold. The height of this image is about 35 metres and its breadth 3.5 metres - these dimensions suggest it was probably placed on a plinth. All the dignitaries from every province which king Nebuchadnezzar ruled were assembled and commanded to bow down and worship when the orchestra plays. The penalty for disobeying would be to be cast into a fiery furnace. Daniel's 3 friends disobey the king. These three friends were not prepared to submit to the command of a mere mortal man when there was a greater principle at stake - "we ought to obey God rather than man" (Acts 5 verse29). These faithful servants of Yahweh are given a second opportunity to comply. They politely refuse and are cast into the furnace, which was so hot that it kills the officers who cast them into the furnace. The three faithful men walk around in the furnace. The king sees withthem a fourth individual - the angel of God. When they emerge from the furnace they were not even singed, nor could the smell of fire be detected. Nebuchadnezzar is astounded and commands that all of his realm the worship the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego - read aloud verses 28-30 Pause and Ponder. (Daniel must not have been present in Babylon at this time). Acts is Luke's second account - compare Luke 1 verses 1-4 with Acts 1 verses 1-3. Luke 24 closes with Jesus' ascension compare that to account the Acts 1 account which commences with the same event. Luke's first record closes with Jesus praying as he is taken to heaven as does Acts 1. For 40 days Jesus spoke with his disciples of the kingdom of God on earth, as the reconstituted kingdom of Israel. The only question the Apostles had was "Is the time for the kingdom now?" The time, as verse 7 indicates, is known only by Jesus' Father. By AD 96 when the book of Revelation is written Jesus then knew this time. But based on Jesus' commission for them to preach to the entire world it would obviously be some time distant. And following the words of the angels in recorded in verses 9-11 that kingdom would not come until our Lord's return to earth. From verses 12 to 26 a replacement is appointed for Judas, whose behaviour was the subject of prophecy - Psalm 109:8 (in fact it is instructive to read the entire Psalm as it will provide us with an insight as to what motivated Judas). That successor is named as Matthias.

If you have any questions or comments, send Pastor John a text.Pastor John Bornschein and Dr. Steve Ford examine the actions of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3:4-30.Support the showProduced by Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley church. Learn more at www.CalvaryFountain.com

The Bible is full of words of encouragement, but perhaps the most precious, but perhaps the most precious are the words of Jesus which command us not to let our hearts be troubled. He can command this, because he can deliver us to this state of mind. If we place out faith in Him, He will keep us in perfect peace. Join us in this broadcast of Woman at the Well Ministries as Kim searches the scriptures revealing God's plan for a peaceful heart. Do you want to connect with Kim and Erika? Visit us on our website, on Facebook, or on Instagram.  Mentioned in this Episode     John 14:1 – “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+14%3A1&version=KJV     Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah+29%3A11&version=KJV     John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+14%3A6&version=KJV     Romans 10:13 – “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+10%3A13&version=KJV     1 John 3:1 – “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+John+3%3A1&version=KJV     1 Peter 5:7 – “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Peter+5%3A7&version=KJV     Romans 8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for good...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+8%3A28&version=KJV     John 17 – Jesus prays for us www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+17&version=KJV     Hebrews 13:5 – “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+13%3A5&version=KJV Isaiah 26:3 – “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+26%3A3&version=KJV Philippians 4:6–7 – “Be careful for nothing... and the peace of God...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+4%3A6-7&version=KJV Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace...” www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+4%3A16&version=KJV Daniel 3 – Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Daniel+3&version=KJV Did you enjoy this podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can listen to us on all major podcasting platforms like Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  Google Podcasts,  YouTube, and Podbean. Check out Kim's latest Bible Bit book on Amazon! Do you want to bring Kim Miller to your church, upcoming retreat, or conference? Contact us! This podcast is brought to you by Woman at the Well Ministries and is supported by our faithful listeners. To support this podcast, please visit our support page.  

TODAY'S LESSONLet's be blunt: courage isn't the absence of fear — it's refusing to let fear decide your next move.Every man faces moments when pressure hits hard — at home, at work, in faith. You feel that tightening in your chest, that whisper saying, “Maybe stay quiet this time.” But that's exactly when a godly man stands up.Our culture rewards compromise. It says, “Go along to get along.” But men of God don't play that game. They speak truth when silence is safer. They defend their faith when the mob demands surrender. They stay standing when everyone else takes a knee.Pressure reveals what you really believe. It squeezes out what's inside. If fear rules your heart, you'll cave. But if faith rules your heart, you'll rise. That's why Scripture calls men to be anchored in conviction — not comfort.Courage under pressure isn't loud bravado; it's quiet, immovable resolve. It's Daniel opening his window to pray even when he knows the lions are waiting. It's Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego saying, “Even if He does not deliver us, we will not bow.” It's Jesus walking straight toward the cross, knowing full well what's coming — and choosing obedience anyway.Every generation needs men who will do the same — who will walk through fire rather than compromise their convictions. You'll never feel ready. You'll never feel fearless. But courage doesn't wait for feelings — it answers the call.

What is Third Man Syndrome—a hallucination of the mind, or evidence of something greater? In this episode, we explore the psychological explanation for the “unseen companion” people report in moments of danger and compare it with a very familiar story found in the Bible. From explorers to survivors, many have felt a mysterious presence—but the Bible points us to the Fourth Man in the Fire who stood with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Join me as I uncover why God's presence isn't just psychological comfort, but real deliverance in the heat of life's trials.Breathe. Carry what matters. Leave the rest. Stay mindful.Connect with me --> https://drmatmonharrell.bio.link/Music provided by PodcastleWritten by Dr. Matmon HarrellSubscribe. Share. Rate.A thousand thanks!drmatmonharrell.bio.link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're looking at one of the most powerful displays of faith and divine presence in Scripture — the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel chapter 3. In a culture that demanded compromise, these three young men stood firm when everyone else bowed down. Their story reminds us that faith isn't just what we say — it's who we are, what we believe, and who walks with us through the fire.Their story isn't just history — it's a call for us today. When the world pressures us to bow, will we stand firm in our identity, walk in courage, and trust in the presence of our God?Support the show

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Sunday morning, the 19th of October, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But the Lord delivers him out of them all.”Psalm 34:19 Then we go to Romans 5:3-4: “And not only that, (this is Paul speaking) but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.”I have never met a man or a woman, worth their salt, who has not been through a fiery trial. The Lord never promised you or me a bed or roses when we gave our lives to Him. No, He never promised us that He would take us out of the fire. When you and I gave our lives to the Lord, we gave our lives to the Lord unconditionally. He said, “I won't take you out of the fire but I will walk with you through the fire.” You remember the three men of God, Meshach, Shadrack and Abednego in the Old Testament who were thrown into that fiery furnace because of their stand for Jesus? Well, the leader came and looked in the fiery furnace. They said to each other, “there are four men in those flames. We only put three in!” Yes, the fourth one was who else? No-one but the Master Himself, Jesus Christ!The symbol of the Christian faith is a cross, and what does a cross represent? Well, it represents death, it represents pain, but it also represents resurrection and everlasting life. I want to encourage you today if you are going through a hard time, that the Lord is walking with you. Do not be afraid. Many, many years ago there was a convoy of pickups that came driving through our entrance to the farm, Shalom. It was a group of young guys who were coming in with Nick Vujicic, the Australian, the young man who was born with no arms and no legs. He was an amazing man. He touched me deeply. He was a man who was full of grace and favour of God. He really impacted my life. He brought one of his books for me and he said, “Angus, would you like me to sign it for you?” And I looked at him, I thought he was joking. I said, “Yes please, I would love that Nick,” and they put a pen in between his teeth and he signed his name, and by the way, his writing is better than I have ever seen mine. Today, look up because Jesus is walking through the fire with you.God bless you and goodbye.

Fear is universal—but God's Word is clear: Do Not Fear. Why does fear show up in every stage of life?  What does it reveals about our trust in God?  How can His love drive fear out?  Using the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, we discover how God's presence gives courage, peace, and hope—even in life's fiercest "fires."

This episode delves into the remarkable story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, three Jewish exiles in Babylon who defy King Nebuchadnezzar's command to worship a golden idol. Their unwavering faith leads to a miraculous deliverance from a fiery furnace. The episode also recounts Nebuchadnezzar's descent into madness, highlighting themes of pride, humility, and divine rule.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

Have you ever felt the heat of life's furnace—when standing for your faith brings you face to face with trials, rejection, or even danger? In this powerful message from Daniel 3:8–30, we dive into the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, three men who chose faith over fear and discovered that God doesn't always deliver us from the fire—but He always shows up in it.

On today's episode of Theology Simply Profound, Rob and Bob continue to walk through the Book of Daniel. We discuss the faithfulness of God's people in the midst of fiery trials. In Daniel 3, King Nebuchadnezzar is furious with Shdrach, Meshach, and Abednego for not bowing down to the giant golden statue of the king. Their punishment is to be thrown into a furnace heated 7 times greater than normal. In the face of this death sentence, the three friends of Daniel trust their God no matter what may come. In the midst of it all, the Lord proves faithful even as he is with them in the midst of the fire in the person of the pre-incarnate Son of God.

Anna and Matt team up with Firefighter Cody to learn about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the fiery furnace. Through their courage and faith, kids discover that God is Deliverer—He rescues His children and has the power to save us from anything, even the fire! What You'll Learn:

In this message from Daniel chapter 3, Pastor Jordan unpacks what it means to stand firm in your faith—no matter the pressure. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show us that who you stand with matters just as much as what you stand for. When obedience to God leads you into the fire, you don't have to fear it—the same God who called you into it will stand with you in it.

Feeling powerless amid upheaval or uncertainty? Jennifer Slattery reflects on Daniel 1:6-9, showing how God remained with Daniel during exile and worked through him to influence a nation. This devotional reminds believers that even in times of political, social, or personal turmoil, God is sovereign, present, and always working for the good of His children. Highlights Daniel’s faithfulness in exile demonstrates God’s ability to protect, elevate, and use His people, even in foreign or difficult circumstances. God’s favor can work through unlikely individuals—including secular leaders—for His purposes. Biblical truth affirms God’s control over earthly powers (Proverbs 21:1). Darkness—whether personal, societal, or global—cannot overcome God’s light (John 1:5). Anticipating God’s work in our lives fosters hope and resilience, even amid chaos and hardship. Join the Conversation How have you seen God work in unexpected ways during challenging seasons? Share your reflections and encourage others to trust His sovereignty. Tag @LifeAudioNetwork and use #FaithInTheChaos #GodRemains #LightInTheDarkness to join the conversation.

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True freedom comes when we refuse to conform to society's expectations and instead embrace our authentic selves. We discover our limitless nature when we're willing to walk through life's fires rather than bow down to external pressures.• The biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego represents our choice to either conform or stand in our truth• Society (like King Nebuchadnezzar) constantly asks us to bow down and shrink ourselves to fit others' expectations• The fire represents the challenges we face when we choose authenticity over conformity• Our greatest tests and hardships are actually initiations into our greater potential• There's always "another one in the fire" with us—we're never truly alone in our challenges• The pressure and heat don't destroy us—they prove what we actually are• When we walk through fire with integrity, we emerge without even the "smell of smoke"• The universe never runs out of miracles for those willing to stand in their sovereignty• True greatness requires discomfort—you can't be both great and comfortable• The hottest flames in our lives are when the greatest miracles and blessings appearJoin the DG Mindset Academy School of Growth at dgmindset.com. The first semester begins November 3rd, but you can start right now.✨ Ready to take your growth to the next level? ✨The DG Mindset Academy | School of Growth is now open! Inside, you'll get access to my masterclasses, live 8-week courses, and Q&A coaching calls with me — all in a semester-style framework designed to help you transform at your own pace. Click here to join the Academy Your next level of growth starts now.