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Fr. Mike shares one of his favorite Bible verses, and guides us through the story of Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah as they are thrown into the fiery furnace. He also emphasizes the significance of their Hebrew names, and how powerful name changes are in Scripture. Today's readings are Jeremiah 22, Daniel 3, and Proverbs 15:29-33. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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Today we're discussing Shadrach, Meshac, and Abednego are their personal relationships with the lord.“He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, be it known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image that you have set up.” Daniel 3:17-18Ridgecrest exists to reach the lost, build the believer, and connect the people of God to the mission and purpose of God. The Heart Truth podcast is just one way we seek to accomplish our mission online and you can help us by leaving reviews on your podcast platform of choice or by sharing these devotions with someone you know.To let us know how we can pray for you or to find out more about Ridgecrest, take a minute to fill out our Connection Card linked below. https://my.rbcdothan.org/connectioncardIf you'd like to receive our daily devotionals in your inbox, sign up HERE free of charge: https://mailchi.mp/4bcc8628406b/daily-heart-truth-devotionsThe Journey Podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JourneyPodRBCSubstack: https://thejourneypodcast.substack.comApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-journey/id1785079800 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0syXQWFX6IhTZjeJsHWxtM?si=c4c7397b153248f6Ridgecrest Sermons podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ridgecrest-baptist-church-sermons/id1517442154Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ir5YcahI8G2SiIjrycB8W?si=0bc532b4f72c4facFind us online Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RidgecrestDothanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridgecrestbaptist/profilecard/?igsh=MWRrZHZwdXprYzhwZw==YouTube: www.youtube.com/@rbcdothanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rbcdothan?_t=ZP-8wfPSkVSuYo&_r=1Our website https://www.rbcdothan.orgWATCH LIVE Sunday and Wednesday: https://rbcdothan.online.church
Today in Daniel 3, the focus is on Daniel's three friends who take a stand to worship God rather than giving into the pressure to give their allegiance to Babylon. We see that God is present with his people in Babylon, and that he is powerful to save people who cannot save themselves.
Predigt: Andreas Ebert
Not being bound so that we can make the right choices with God's help.
Join hosts Corie and Matlock on Bible Discovery's: The Weekend Show as they explore the intricate themes of the books of Ezekiel and Daniel. This episode guides viewers through key chapters, discussing the prophetic messages, symbolism, and historical contexts. From the weighty prophecies of Ezekiel to viewer questions about Daniel's identity, this episode offers a comprehensive study for those reading the Bible in a year. Delve into the spiritual insights and lively discussions that aim to deepen your understanding of these profound Biblical texts.
How do we follow the Lord in a world that is increasingly hostile to Him? Today we look at Daniel 3 and learn some key principles from the faithfulness of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and see that sometimes obedience to God means civil disobedience to the world. Join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.
Guest speaker Joe Bartlett gives a message that encourages "Living the Christian life overtly not covertly".
What kind of faith do you have? Is it an “only if” faith that trusts God only when life goes the way you hoped? Or an “even if” faith that worships Him no matter the outcome?In Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego face an impossible choice: bow to King Nebuchadnezzar's idol or be thrown into a blazing furnace. Their response has inspired believers for generations: “Our God is able to deliver us… but even if He does not, we will not serve your gods.”This message explores what genuine faith looks like when obedience comes at a cost. God doesn't always rescue us from the fire, but He always promises His presence through it. The greatest gift isn't always deliverance from suffering, but experiencing Christ in the middle of it.Whether you're facing hardship, temptation, uncertainty, or pressure to compromise, this message is a reminder to remain faithful, abide in Christ, and trust that God is worthy of worship regardless of the outcome. May we become people whose faith is built not on circumstances, but on the unchanging character of God.
The enemy says bow or burn. But if you do not bow, you will not burn, but instead the 4th Man will manifest Himself to you, and bring you through the fiery furnace, as we see in Daniel 3. Who is this 4th Man? Derek explores the themes of steadfast faith and divine deliverance, emphasising the power of God to protect and elevate those who remain true in their faith. Witness the miraculous intervention of the 4th Man in the fiery furnace, a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ's Presence with us in times of trial.
When in Doubt, Choose the Winning Side (Daniel 3) Stephen Boyd Download
The enemy says bow or burn. But if you do not bow, you will not burn, but instead the 4th Man will manifest Himself to you, and bring you through the fiery furnace, as we see in Daniel 3. Who is this 4th Man? Derek explores the themes of steadfast faith and divine deliverance, emphasising the power of God to protect and elevate those who remain true in their faith. Witness the miraculous intervention of the 4th Man in the fiery furnace, a powerful symbol of Jesus Christ's Presence with us in times of trial.
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Pastor Aaron teaches on Daniel 3
Lessons from the Life of DanielEpisode 3: When God Shows UpWhat do you do when obeying God puts you in the fire?In Episode 3 of our Lessons from the Life of Daniel series, we study the powerful account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3. Faced with the choice to bow before the king's golden image or remain faithful to the one true God, these three men refused to compromise, regardless of the consequences.Their obedience led them into the fiery furnace, but they quickly discovered a life-changing truth: God doesn't always keep His people out of the fire, but He promises to be with them through it.No matter what trial you're facing today, remember this: when God shows up, fear gives way to faith, and what was meant to destroy you becomes an opportunity for God to display His power and glory.If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they are never alone.Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you!
Our Director of Discipleship, Casey Prescott, continued our Encounter series this Sunday as we walked through Daniel 3. In this passage, we witness an incredible encounter with the living God that reminds us He is sovereign over every circumstance. As believers, we will face criticism, accusation, and temptation, but we are not called to stand alone. Join us as we're challenged to consider, "Is it the Lord your God that you fear?" Want to watch a version of this message? Check out our live broadcast archive at www.declarationchurch.net/live.
In the famed account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego with the fiery furnace, we find three young men who had 100% confidence in the God who saves. Did they know at the time that God would save them from death-by-fire? No…but they knew He could. They doubted neither His ability, nor His goodness. Our God […]
Malicious men seek to destroy Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. A fiery furnace is turned up to consume the three worshipers of God. A fourth man joins them in the fire. And whether God says yes or no, He is still the God of deliverance. Have a listen. Follow 1517: Instagram X/Twitter More from 1517: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education New Books from 1517 Publishing: By Water and the Word by Brian Thomas Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith A Reasoned Defense of the Faith by Adam Francisco Stretched: A Study for Lent and the Entire Christian Life by Dr. Christopher Richmann The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird
Culture has always demanded conformity. From the plains of Babylon to the pressures believers face today, God's people are continually confronted with the choice of following the crowd or remaining faithful to Him.Daniel 3 records one of the most memorable accounts in all of Scripture. When King Nebuchadnezzar commanded every nation and people to bow before his golden image, three young Hebrew men stood alone. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to compromise their worship, even when obedience to God meant facing the fiery furnace. Their confidence rested not in the certainty of deliverance, but in the certainty that God alone was worthy of their worship.In Episode 5 of Take Courage, Malachi Herbster examines the courageous stand of these faithful servants and the timeless principles their example teaches every generation of believers. You'll discover what it means to develop biblical convictions, why compromise is never worth the cost, how faith is refined through testing, and how God glorifies Himself through those who choose obedience over acceptance.Whether God delivers us from the fire or walks with us through it, He remains worthy of our trust. This episode is a call to stand firm, remain faithful, and declare with unwavering conviction: "We will not bow."
Justin Lim preaches from Daniel 3:18, in this Sunday evening gathering of Grace Harbor Church.
Jeremy Lallier discusses Daniel 3:18—“But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we do not serve your gods, nor will we worship the gold image which you have set up.”
One of the problems of the Israelites highlighted in Jeremiah was their refusal to seek the old paths that God had instructed them in and their refusal to walk in them. Let us learn from the troubles this caused them to not do the same
When Babylon's tyrannical king, Nebuchadnezzar erects a giant golden effigy and expects everyone in his kingdom to worship it, there is pushback, especially from Daniel's companions from Judah, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednigo. Threatened by death in a furnace if they do not bow down to the golden god, the men have a difficult choice to make: compromise their faith, or die horribly.Written and produced by Chas BayfieldMusic by Michael Auld and Jon Hawkins MusicCover art by Lisa GoffE: contact@whollybuyable.comX: Wholly Buyable Podcast
The Most High Rules: No Other God Like This
Stef Liston continues our sermon series in Daniel, looking at the account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego being thrown into the fiery furnace in chapter 3. Whilst we don't have golden idols around us, we too are being asked to bow down to ideologies that reject God's ways - with real costs involved in choosing a different way.
Singing is a form of worship and praise and also has a way of help to the child of God. Our enemy would like nothing more than for the Lord's people to stop singing
Fiery trials are inevitable, and transformative for believers. "The furnace is not just a place of suffering; it is a stage for divine manifestation." God uses trials to test faith, reveal His presence, promote His people, break bondages and bring Himself glory. By Kenny Guidry
Sermon preached by Ben Woodward at the Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai on Daniel 3:1-30.
Sunday, May 31, 2026 - Daniel 3:19-30 - "Lessons In the Fire" Paul Jones
Episode Outline 1. The Pressure to Conform Nebuchadnezzar's golden statue The command to bow The pattern of culture: Conformity becomes normal Normal becomes celebrated Dissent becomes condemned Faithfulness becomes visible 2. Babylon's Strategy: Just Compromise a Little "You can worship your God, just worship ours too" Defining modern idols How compromise begins: Stay quiet Blend in Protect your image Keep the promotion Affirm the lie 3. The Power of an "Even If" Faith Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's response God is able... But even if He doesn't... The difference between: Transactional faith Biblical faith Trusting God beyond favorable outcomes 4. Obedience Turns Up the Heat The furnace heated seven times hotter Examples of modern-day furnaces: Standing alone at work Refusing gossip Sexual integrity Faithfulness in suffering Trusting God through unanswered prayer Will the fire drive you away or refine you? 5. The Fourth Man in the Fire Nebuchadnezzar sees four men Angel or pre-incarnate Christ? The central truth: God did not abandon them God was with them Jesus and Gethsemane: "Father, if possible..." "Nevertheless, Your will be done" 6. The Fire Burned What Bound Them They entered bound They walked free The fire touched: Their ropes The fire did not touch: Their bodies Their clothes Their witness God uses trials to transform us, not define us 7. Public Allegiance to the True King Babylon demanded public worship Baptism is our public declaration Faith eventually becomes visible A challenge to believers who have never been baptized Declaring before the world: "I belong to Jesus" "I will bow to only one King" Key Takeaway The greatest miracle in Daniel 3 wasn't surviving the fire—it was a faith that had already decided, before the fire ever came: "Even if God doesn't deliver me the way I want, I will not bow."
Shepherding Our Hearts with Tina and Addy A Bible podcast for ladies Ep203 - Even If...Daniel 3
Daniel 3 - We Will Not Bow by Calvary Chapel Irmo
Sunday, May 17, 2026 - Daniel 3:1-12 - "Allegiance & Worship" Paul Jones
May 17, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Chris Wachter http://www.hiawathachurch.com
Ever have a really bad dream? An upsetting dream? Long before Freud took up the challenge of interpreting dreams Daniel was on the job. God used dreams to speak to King Nebuchadnezzar. Daniel told him what those dreams meant - and he didn't like it. Daniel had to rely on God's presence and God's persistence, otherwise he would lose his head. Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.
“Bow or burn, your choice.” That's the predicament Daniel's friends faced before King Nebuchadnezzar. Worship the golden statue or be thrown into the inferno. But Daniel's friend found another option. Trust God. They knew that God could send a miracle and deliver them from the furnace, but they didn't know if he would - so regardless of the outcome they decided to trust God. What does it take to have that kind of faith? Find out more in this episode of Gospel Wabi Sabi.