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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.   

Brian Godawa is back again! He is a bestselling author, screenwriter, and biblical researcher known for transforming Scripture's supernatural worldview into epic historical fiction. His newest novel, Daniel: Exile in Babylon, explores Daniel's captivity, Babylonian culture, spiritual warfare, and the unseen powers operating behind earthly kingdoms all through an exciting fantasy fictional format! LINKS: https://godawa.com 00:00:00 Opening Preview and Introduction 00:04:26 Brian Godawa and Biblical Historical Fiction 00:07:02 Daniel: Exile in Babylon 00:11:20 Watchers, Spiritual Powers, and Babylonian Magic 00:23:19 Daniel, the Magi, and the Gospel in the Stars 00:39:23 Daniel's Occult Education and Faithfulness to God 00:44:20 Narrative Theology, Hollywood, and Christian Storytelling 00:55:50 Daniel's Age, Eunuch Status, and Life in Babylon 01:06:50 Connecting Daniel, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Esther 01:11:30 Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, and God's “Little People” 01:18:13 Brian's Books and Closing Thoughts

Brian Godawa is back again! He is a bestselling author, screenwriter, and biblical researcher known for transforming Scripture's supernatural worldview into epic historical fiction. His newest novel, Daniel: Exile in Babylon, explores Daniel's captivity, Babylonian culture, spiritual warfare, and the unseen powers operating behind earthly kingdoms all through an exciting fantasy fictional format!    LINKS: https://godawa.com    00:00:00 Opening Preview and Introduction  00:04:26 Brian Godawa and Biblical Historical Fiction  00:07:02 Daniel: Exile in Babylon  00:11:20 Watchers, Spiritual Powers, and Babylonian Magic  00:23:19 Daniel, the Magi, and the Gospel in the Stars  00:39:23 Daniel's Occult Education and Faithfulness to God  00:44:20 Narrative Theology, Hollywood, and Christian Storytelling  00:55:50 Daniel's Age, Eunuch Status, and Life in Babylon  01:06:50 Connecting Daniel, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Esther  01:11:30 Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, and God's "Little People"  01:18:13 Brian's Books and Closing Thoughts

DANIEL (Daniel 1:3-5 NIV) Then the king ordered the chief to bring into the king’s service some of the Israelites from the royal family and the nobility— 4 young men without any physical defect, handsome, showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace. He was to teach them the language and literature of the Babylonians. 5 The king assigned them a daily amount of food and wine from the king’s table. They were to be trained for three years, and after that they were to enter the king’s service. Your greatest ministry may happen in a place you never wanted to be. There’s a difference between having a resolve to follow God and merely dabbling in faith. (Daniel 1:8 NIV) But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way. (Daniel 6:10 NIV) Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before. He prayed “before” the crisis. That’s why he knew what to do during the crisis. When prayer is your habit, panic loses its power. (Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Daniel 1:7 NIV) The chief official gave them new names: to Daniel, the name Belteshazzar; to Hananiah, Shadrach; to Mishael, Meshach; and to Azariah, Abednego. Hananiah – Yahweh has been gracious. Mishael – Who is what God is. Azariah – Yahweh has helped. Shadrach – Inspired of Aku. Meshach – Belonging to Aku. Abendnego – Servant of Nego. (Matthew 16:18 HCSB) And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the forces of Hades will not overpower it. (2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV) Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 4:8-9 NIV) We are hard-pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. (Isaiah 43:1 ESV) Fear not, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by name, you are mine.

Everything wants you angry. Almost nothing deserves it.Twenty-five centuries ago, three men refused to bow to an empire that had already taken their names — and walked out of its furnace without even smelling like smoke. This Sunday at Trinity, the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego meets our age of rage, with a word for anyone tired of being set on fire: you can survive it without becoming it.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

David Lloyd is the father of Davy Lloyd. He's a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute and College. After marriage to his wife Alicia, they moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in order to pursue their missionary calling: a children's home under the name Missions in Haiti. They raised more than 100 children to adulthood, where hundreds of children are educated annually. As we read through the Scriptures, we see many occasions in which God miraculously delivered individuals from harm. We read of Daniel whom God sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions. There was Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego delivered from the fiery furnace. Queen Esther and her people were protected when it seemed they would be wiped out by those who hated the Jews. We think of Peter whom God sent an angel to open prison doors and Elijah who was protected by perhaps the most wicked king and queen of Israel. While some were delivered from death, others were delivered by death. Hebrews 11 writes of those who were stoned, sawn asunder, killed by the sword, or suffered in other situations. Why does God deliver some and not others? Job writes as recorded in Job 23:14, "For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him." We don't know the mind of God, but we do know God can be trusted and glorified in life or in death. Today's program is a true account of what happened just two years ago, as we learn about the simple service and the sudden sacrifice of martyrs in Haiti, and a family who had devoted themselves to serving the Lord at a Haitian children's home until their lives and that of a Christian co-worker were taken.

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.

If you're in the middle of a trial right now and feeling tossed back and forth by your circumstances, this message may offer some real help. Through James 1:5-8, we consider that when we're struggling to endure hardship, what we often need isn't just relief or an answer—it's wisdom, and God promises to give it generously to those who ask. This sermon also explores a common, anxious misreading of "ask in faith, with no doubting" that can leave believers feeling like their prayers don't count unless they're 100% certain of the outcome. Instead, we consider what real faith might look like, drawing on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's "even if" heart posture: "God can, God will, but even if He doesn't, I will not turn my back on Him."

Where do you run when life feels unsafe—when fear hits, attacks come, and danger feels close? In Psalm 91, this message challenges the assumption that God promises a pain-free life and instead shows a deeper promise: protection through His presence. Walk through “dwelling” in the shelter of the Most High, learn what it means to abide, and confront the subtle lie that if God loves you, nothing hard should happen. From Satan quoting Psalm 91 to Jesus, to Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire, to Peter sinking in the storm, the sermon calls you to choose your refuge—worldly escape or the Lord—and to trust Jesus as your ultimate, eternal security.

In this message from Daniel 3:1-30, Pastor Kevin Deyette of Restoration Church, a church in Yakima, Washington, continues the "Light in the Shadows" sermon series on faithful presence in a broken world. Exploring the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the fiery furnace, this sermon on faith and community, standing firm under pressure, and Christian community in Yakima shows why faithfulness that lasts isn't a solo act — it's built alongside others, long before the crisis arrives. Part of an ongoing Bible teaching series from Restoration Church, a non-denominational church serving the Yakima Valley.

Will you stand when culture pressures you to compromise? We live in a time when quitting has become easy. When something becomes uncomfortable, difficult, or does not go the way we expected, the temptation is often to walk away. But the Kingdom of God is not built around our comfort. God is looking for people who will remain faithful, stand for truth, and continue walking with Him no matter the cost. In this message, Pastor Alex shares powerful examples from Scripture of men and women who refused to bow. Noah walked with God while the world embraced evil. The Israelites stood at the Red Sea and trusted God to fight for them. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood while everyone else bowed. Stephen remained faithful even while being persecuted, and Jesus stood firm all the way to the cross. The Christian life is not a promise that we will never face trials. It is the assurance that we will never face them alone. When we stand for truth, Jesus stands with us. This message is a call to stand, reject compromise, get back up when we fall, and remain faithful in every season. The question every believer must answer is simple: Will you stand? Scriptures referenced: Genesis 6:5–9 Exodus 14:13–14 Daniel 3:16–18 Acts 7:54–56 Ephesians 6:10–13 James 1:12 Revelation 7:9

Are you ready to move from passive belief to active trust in God? To truly grow deep roots to your Christian Faith? In Episode 142 of The Intertwined Life Podcast, Jenny Zentz shares practical biblical wisdom on how to build unshakable faith when life gets challenging, trusting God in hard times.

Four men. Three fires. Two stories ages apart. One flame.   In this message, Cody Knight walks us from the courts of Babylon to the fiery furnace, where Daniel — and his friends Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego — refused to bow to the golden image and trade their God-given identity for the comfort of fitting in. The world is always trying to make us like it. So how do we stay standing when the heat is turned up?   This is a call to leave casual faith behind. Casual says "I'm a Christian" and still bows to the image. But when our faith meets the Father's faithfulness, there's a spark — and God is calling us to step into the fire and find Him right there in it.   If you've been facing your own fire, this one will strengthen you. And if you're facing your very first fire — believing in Jesus for the first time — know this: you can belong here before you believe.   Listen, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a message from Motion Church.   Learn more at motionchurch.com  |  Give at motionchurch.com/give   #MotionChurch #MotionChurchPodcast #GoFourth #Faith #Daniel #FaithfulNotCasual

July 22, 2026 Daily Devotional: “The Fourth Man in the Fire”Daniel 3:25 "He said, 'Look! I see four men walking around in the fire, unbound and unharmed, and the fourth looks like a son of the gods.'" ​ ​We often pray for God to deliver us from the fire. We want the trial bypassed, the difficulty averted, and the discomfort removed. But the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego reminds us that sometimes God's greatest revelation doesn't happen in the safety of the cool shade, but right in the middle of the blazing furnace. Nebuchadnezzar was a proud, absolute monarch who expected complete submission. Seeing the fourth man completely shattered his worldviewand forced him to acknowledge a power greater than his own. He expected to see three men consumed by the flames. Instead, he saw four men—unbound, unharmed, and walking around. ​When you find yourself in a season of intense pressure, notice these powerful realities from this moment; ​The fire only consumes what binds you. The only things burned off the three young Hebrew men were the ropes that tied them. Often, the trials we endure are the exact tools God uses to release us from dependencies, fears, or old habits that have held us captive. You are notalone in the heat. The fourth man was there before they even looked for Him. Jesus doesn't wait for you to get out of the furnace to meet you; He steps into the furnace with you. His presence is immediate, personal, and protective. ​The world notices your companion. Nebuchadnezzar, a pagan king, recognized thedivine presence. Your faithfulness and peace during a crisis serve as a powerful testament to others. They will see that the fire hasn't destroyed you becausesomeone else is holding you together. ​If the heat has been turned up in your life recently, take heart. You aren't being abandoned to the flames; you are being set free in them. Look closely—you are not alone. God does not always prevent us from entering the furnace of affliction, but He promises to be in the furnace with us. The fourth man didn't put out the firefrom the outside; He stepped into the heat to join them. It means you are never lonely or abandoned in your deepest struggles. How you endure a trial, anchored by peace and faith, speaks volumes to the people watching you. When you come through a difficult season without the "smell of smoke" on you, it serves as undeniable evidence to a skeptical world that God is real and actively sustaining you. At its core, Daniel 3:25 is a powerful statement about divine presence, protection, and transformation in the midst of suffering. It means that the worst circumstances of life cannot separate you from God. Instead, those high-pressure moments often become the exact places where you experience His presence most intimately, find true freedom, and display His power to the world. ​What heavy burdens might God be trying to burn away in your current season of testing, and how can you shift your focus toward His presence rather than theheat of the situation?

Send us Fan MailThe headlines out of the Middle East change by the hour, but some patterns feel bigger than politics. Today we take a careful, Scripture first look at Israel, Iran (Persia), Russia, and the growing talk of “peace” agreements, then ask the uncomfortable question: what if the Bible warns us about that exact moment when people start saying everything is finally safe? We walk through Ezekiel 38 like a checklist: who is involved, what happens, when it happens, and why it happens. Dr. Michael Cloer explains how he understands names like Gog, Magog, Rosh, Meshach, and Tubal, and why he connects them to a northern power aligned with an Islamic coalition that includes Persia. We also talk about why prophecy teachers focus so much on Israel “dwelling securely,” and what modern conditions might look like if that window of security appears. Along the way, we touch on Babylon themes, shifting alliances, and why diplomacy can be good while still falling short of lasting peace. Then we bring it home. If biblical prophecy is real, it is not trivia it is a wake up call. We close with the clearest takeaway we know how to give: Jesus wins, and the time to surrender your life to Him is now. If this conversation helped you think, share it with a friend, subscribe for next week, and leave a review so more people can find More Than Medicine.Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

Send us Fan MailToday's podcast is about humility and its role in spiritual warfare. Our scripture is Daniel Chapter 4:37b, "And those who walk in pride he is able to humble." These are the words of King Nebuchadnezzar II as he spoke about God.Nebuchadnezzar II was a Babylonian King who reigned from around 605 to 562 BCE. Among his many military conquests is the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE. He is also known for his many ambitious building projects, including the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.He is also famous for his praise of God in the Book of Daniel, chapters 2-4. In chapter 2, after Daniel interprets the king's dream of an enormous statue, the king said, “Surely your God is the God of gods and the Lord of kings and a revealer of mysteries, for you were able to reveal this mystery.” In chapter three, the king saw the three Hebrew boys escape the fiery furnace he had thrown them into for defying his order to worship an idol statue. After they emerged from that fire unscathed, Nebuchadnezzar said, “Praise be to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who has sent his angel and rescued his servants! They trusted in him and defied the king's command and were willing to give up their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God. Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything against the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego be cut into pieces, and their houses be turned into piles of rubble, for no other god can save in this way.”Again, in chapter four, the king pays homage to God, but only after he went mad for esteeming himself above the One, True God. After the king repented, his sanity was restored, and he said: “Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, because everything he does is right and all his ways are just. And those who walk in pride he is able to humble.” Daniel 4:37 NIVWe can only hope that God reached Nebuchadnezzar in chapter 4. His humility lasted only a little while after chapter 2. It is believed that 20-30 years will pass before we reach chapter 4.These chapters, especially chapter four, are about being humble and subduing pride. The most compelling reason to be humble is that we are all going to die. Yes, we are all going back to dust.Humility is a spiritual warfare weapon because you cannot be successful in spiritual warfare without three things—first submitting to the will of God, then admitting that you can do nothing without Him, and finally, committing to do what He leads you to do after you submit and admit.Humility subdues pride and puts pride under your foot where it belongs because God hates a proud look. Thus, God cannot be present with you in spiritual warfare if you are garnered in pride.So, for success in spiritual warfare, cover your armor in humble submission to his will. And don't be like King Nebuchadnezzar, whose humility was temporary. Be steadfast and stay humble all the days of your life.If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website and select www.cgmissions.com/podcasts, where all episodes are available by category in series format. You can see some video and audio podcasts at: www.youtube.com/@cgmissionsinc then select from the video or podcast"Playlist."   CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website:https://www.cgmissions.com/donate-here-general-and-wecare/

Have you ever prayed, trusted God, and still found yourself walking through a difficult season? Have you wondered why the trials continue even after you've surrendered everything to Him?In this powerful episode, we dive into Faith in the Fire, the kind of faith that remains steadfast when life becomes difficult, prayers seem delayed, and answers don't come as quickly as we hope.

The sermon examines the biblical account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refusing to worship King Nebuchadnezzar's golden statue, highlighting their unwavering faith despite the threat of death in a fiery furnace. It explores the theological significance of the fourth figure in the fire as a theophany or Christophany, demonstrating God's power to deliver His people. The preacher contrasts the Hebrew youths' loyalty with Nebuchadnezzar's pride and subsequent acknowledgment of the Most High God's sovereignty. Additionally, the discussion clarifies the chronological gaps in the Book of Daniel, distinguishing between historical events and prophetic visions. The message concludes by warning against spiritual amnesia and urging believers to recognize God's ultimate control over all earthly kingdoms.

In this message, Pastor Tasia walks us through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and how their faith didn't mean God kept them out of the fire, it meant staying faithful even when they were in it.

Fr. Shane Varghese, C.Ss.R., presents a reflection on Psalm 150, highlighting that praise is a powerful and essential part of the Christian life that can break bondages and open individuals to God's grace. The audio examines the Psalm section by section, encouraging viewers to maintain a spirit of constant praise in all circumstances, following the example of the psalmist and biblical figures like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

The world is in turmoil, the days feel shorter, and no one truly knows what tomorrow holds. We can make plans to marry, to have children, to build a life... but the future belongs entirely to God. And yet that is not a reason for fear. It is an invitation to faith. Trusting God in the unknown is not passive resignation; it is faith in action, the same kind of faith that kept Jesus obedient to the Father's plan even when He walked toward the cross knowing exactly what lay ahead. Scripture gives us a gallery of people who chose trust over certainty and obedience over self-preservation. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego walked toward the fiery furnace without knowing whether God would deliver them, only knowing that they would not bow. Esther stepped before the king unsummoned, knowing it could cost her life, and said simply: if I perish, I perish. Daniel committed his way to God in a culture that demanded he abandon it. Each of them stepped into the unknown, and each of them found God already there. That is the promise of Psalm 37:5 — commit your way to the Lord, trust in Him, and He will act. The unknown is not empty. God occupies the past, present, and future simultaneously, and His thoughts toward you are good. Today's Bible Verse "Commit your way to the Lord, trust in Him, and he will do this."— Psalm 37:5, NIV Ponder Today The unknown is not something to fear — God is already there. Because He is omnipresent, occupying past, present, and future simultaneously, there is no territory ahead of you that He has not already seen and prepared for. Trusting God in uncertainty is faith in its most active form. Esther, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego did not wait for guarantees before they acted in obedience. They committed their way to God and stepped forward anyway. Jesus lived each day in full obedience, knowing what lay ahead. He did not try to change the plan or avoid the cost. His example shows us what it looks like to trust the Father completely, even when the path is clear and the price is high. God has a way of turning our mess into a message and our tests into testimonies. Nothing you walk through is wasted in His hands. He receives glory through your endurance, and others are blessed by the testimony that comes out of your trust. Live each day as though it could be your last — with faith, not fear. The signs of the times call us not to paralysis but to purposeful, expectant living. Commit your plans to God, look up, and keep walking forward in faith. A Prayer for You Today Dear Righteous God, thank You for being my creator and redeemer. You are omnipresent, occupying the past, present, and future simultaneously, and You are omniscient, knowing exactly what my future holds. So I worship You, because Your thoughts toward me are good and Your plans for me are good as well. Help me have faith as I trust You with the unknown. Help me commit my ways to You and trust in the process, because You will bring it all to pass. There are so many things unfolding around me that I am tempted to lose focus, but I will live by faith and not let the worries of this world distract me from You. I trust You, Lord, and I commit my plans and my future into Your hands. Help me not to lean on my own understanding, but to acknowledge You and seek Your face. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer helped you release the unknown into God's faithful hands, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to anchor your faith in the God who already holds your future. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Who do you worship? This is the question we face when reading Daniel Chapter 3, looking at Nebuchadnezzar, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, and the two gods being worshipped between them. One god is made by a man and displays as much power as a man can. The other is able to save.

The Power of Standing Firm: Lessons on Strength and ConvictionIn this episode, we explore what true strength looks like for men today—how to stand firm in your convictions while leading with humility. We examine how society often mislabels resilience and what it really means to be courageous in the face of opposition.Key topics:The societal fear of strong men and how control is the real motive behind suppressionThe story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo as an example of unwavering faith and courageThe difference between passive complacency and active backbone in leadershipWhy true strength isn't about dominance, but about refusal to compromise on what mattersPractical steps to stand in your convictions even when it's uncomfortableThe importance of aligning actions with personal faith and family leadershipHow societal messages promote weakness through labels like “toxic masculinity”The call to embrace vulnerability and honesty without sacrificing integrityTimestamps:00:00 - Why society fears strong men, not confusion about masculinity 00:40 - The impact of societal labels: rigid, controlling, toxic1:09 - The trap: balancing strength and approachability1:37 - The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo:2:06 - Faithfulness vs. safety: what's the real purpose of strength2:36 - The nature of godly strength: refusing to be moved from truth3:04 - The misperception: strength is about dominance, not backbone 3:32 - Leadership for your family: being immovable yet gentle4:02 - Personal failure: when folding under pressure becomes a habit 4:32 - The challenge: stand in one area you've been shrinking back5:01 - A prayer for backbone, humility, and true strength5:34 - Moving forward: finding community and walking in intentionalityResources & Links:Daniel 3 - The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abendigo

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!

Today's culture often promotes a comfortable version of Christianity—one that avoids suffering, sacrifice, and spiritual testing. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef warns that easy-believism produces shallow faith: faith that may seem supported inside the church building but wilts when tests, trials, and persecution come. James tells believers to consider trials pure joy because the testing of faith produces perseverance. Spiritual endurance is not cultivated by avoiding challenges, but by facing them with Christ. Trials can either turn us away from the Lord or teach us to run to Him—and Scripture calls us to choose resilient hope in every circumstance. Dr. Youssef reminds us that when believers are rooted in Christ, it does not matter where they are planted. Joseph was planted in Pharaoh's prison, yet God raised him to become prime minister of Egypt. Daniel was planted in the lions' den, yet God lifted him to serve kings. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were planted in the fiery furnace, yet God used them to bear witness before rulers. When your faith is tested, do not give up. Fix your eyes on Jesus, call upon the Lord for help, rely on His strength, and remember the eternal reward that awaits you in Christ. Pray with me.  Precious Lord, when the next trial comes, help me to respond with utter joy, knowing that You will use the situation to shape and strengthen me. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Speaker: Pastor Jeff MooreSynopsis: Today our Sidekicks series comes to a close with a lesson on Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego from Pastor Jeff. Each week we've been looking to learn lessons of wisdom from various characters in Biblical stories. This week we look to the book of Daniel and see incredible faith, confidence and obedience from three characters who are not the main characters but teach us some incredibly MAIN lessons! Stick with us to learn more.Intro Music:     Inspire And Motivate by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com           Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comOutro Music:     Inspiring Beat by Alex Menco | https://alexmenco.net           Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com           Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported         https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

“Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from inside the fish. He said, ‘I cried out to the Lord in my great trouble, and he answered me. I called to you from the land of the dead, and Lord, you heard me. . . . But I will offer sacrifices to you with songs of praise, and I will fulfill all my vows. For my salvation comes from the Lord alone.’ Then the Lord ordered the fish to spit Jonah out onto the beach.” (Jonah 2:1–2, 9–10 NLT) The turning point that led to the greatest spiritual revival in human history occurred in the intestines of a giant fish. If that’s not unusual enough for you, consider that the person the Lord called to lead the revival in Nineveh was a rabid anti-Ninevite. Before the people of Nineveh could change their hearts, Jonah had to change his. And that’s just what he did after he was thrown from a ship in the middle of a storm and swallowed by an enormous sea creature. “Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from inside the fish. He said, ‘I cried out to the Lord in my great trouble, and he answered me. I called to you from the land of the dead, and Lord, you heard me. . . . But I will offer sacrifices to you with songs of praise, and I will fulfill all my vows. For my salvation comes from the Lord alone.’ Then the Lord ordered the fish to spit Jonah out onto the beach” (Jonah 2:1–2, 9–10 NLT). One of the most remarkable aspects of the story of Nineveh’s revival is that there’s nothing predictable about it. God engineered the redemption of the entire city in the most unlikely way and using the most unlikely person imaginable. Yet we could also say that God works through unlikely people and circumstances so often in Scripture that it’s almost laughable to call anyone or anything unlikely. Jonah prayed from the belly of a fish. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego prayed from inside a fiery furnace. Daniel prayed from a lion’s den. And God answered all of them. Revival can start anywhere, with anyone. Keep that in mind if you’re in deep waters right now. No matter where you are, no matter what’s going on in your life, no matter how distant you may feel from God, you can pray. And God will hear. He will ignite the embers of your heart. He will show you the path He has prepared for you. He will revitalize your relationship with Him. No matter how unlikely it may seem, He will use you to accomplish something bigger than you can imagine. Jonah was repentant and regurgitated. Believing and barfed. Righteous and ralphed. Bleached and beached. Victorious and vomited. Who’s to say your story won’t be just as unlikely—and just as compelling? Reflection question: How has God worked in unlikely ways in your life? Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you watch online! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace is an amazing story of courageous faith and resisting compromise. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro takes a fresh look at this famous story and shares lessons we can learn as we trust this God who can do the impossible!

Have you ever had to stand on what God said when everything in front of you said otherwise? In this powerful Sunday message, Pastor James Wilson unpacks the tension between what we see and what we believe, drawing from the defiant faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3. Facing a fiery furnace and a king who considered himself a god, these three men refused to bow, choosing faith over fear and trust over fact. Pastor Wilson breaks down the difference between facts and faith: facts are grounded in what can be proven and observed, while faith rests on the unchanging word of God. He challenges believers to stop letting circumstances dictate their confidence and instead root their trust in who God is, His sovereignty, His faithfulness, and His power to deliver. The message moves into a powerful reminder of the blood of Jesus and its ongoing work of sanctification in the life of every believer, closing with an invitation to trust God fully, regardless of what the facts may say. No matter what the facts say, faith in God will always have the final word. Sermon Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18    We stream live every Sunday at 11 am and every Wednesday at 8 pm. Visit our website: https://perfectingfaithchurch.com  Connect with us on social media!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PerfectingFaithChurch/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectingfaithchurch/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@perfectingfaithchurch  X: https://x.com/PFCNY   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perfectingfaithchurch  

The sermon examines the biblical narrative of Daniel and his friends in Babylon, focusing on the conflict between cultural assimilation and religious fidelity. It highlights King Nebuchadnezzar's attempt to erase Hebrew identity through indoctrination and the subsequent decree mandating worship of a golden image. The preacher emphasizes Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's unwavering trust in God, illustrating that true faith persists even if deliverance does not occur. Through personal testimonies and historical context, the message encourages believers to maintain their loyalty to Christ amidst societal pressure and persecution. Ultimately, the account demonstrates God's power to protect those who refuse to compromise their allegiance to Him.

What does it mean to truly take heart? Not to "suck it up" or look in the mirror for confidence, but to fill your heart completely with trust in God?At 85 years old, Caleb said, "Give me this hill country." After 45 years of waiting, he was ready to face giants—not because of his own strength, but because God was with him. While ten spies saw themselves as grasshoppers, Caleb saw God's promises. The difference? Caleb wholly followed the Lord. He filled up his heart after God, leaving no room for fear to control him.We all carry burdens and face giants. But like Caleb, like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego facing the furnace, we can take heart knowing God never leaves us. When we seek first His kingdom (Matthew 6:33), when we trust that nothing can separate us from His love (Romans 8:38-39), we can face anything—even if we have to do it scared.

In this sermon, “Finding God In The Fire,” Pastor Seth Drewry preaches from Daniel 3 and the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to challenge believers to stand firm when culture bows. While King Nebuchadnezzar demanded worship of a golden image under threat of a fiery furnace, these three young men feared God more than the flames—declaring, “Our God is able to deliver us…but even if He does not, we will not bow.”This message calls Christians to refuse to bow to cultural idols, political “isms,” and moral compromise, and to trust that when they stand with God in the fire, He will use that season to refine, deliver, and promote them for His glory.Join us next week at Believers Fellowship. The Sunday morning worship service begins each week at 10:30am. You can also stream the service online at www.bfchurch.tv/live. We are located at 16194 W Highway 10, Belleville, AR 72824To stay up-to-date with everything happening at BF, download our mobile app at www.bfchurch.tv/appFeel inspired to support the vision and mission of BF? Give online at www.bfchurch.tv/giveNeed Prayer? Contact us with your prayer request at www.bfchurch.tv/prayerBe sure to "like," "subscribe," or follow us on social media and in your favorite podcast streaming app.facebook.com/believersfellowshipaginstagram.com/believersfellowshipag

What decision will you make before the pressure comes? Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego face a life-or-death test. King Nebuchadnezzar commands everyone to bow before his golden image, but these three men had already made their commitment: they would worship God alone. When given one final chance to compromise, they refuse. They declare that God is able to deliver them. But even if He does not, they will not bow. Their faith is not based on whether God gives them the outcome they want. Their faith is rooted in who God is. The challenge is clear: don't wait until the fire is in front of you to decide where you stand. Make your commitment now, before the circumstance comes. Sermon Notes Daniel 3:1 – 7 King's golden image created and law issued to worship it Daniel 3:8 – 12 Certain Jews were made known to the king they were not worshipping it Daniel 3:13 – 15 3 Jewish men were given a chance to change their minds and worship the image, but if they don't immediately, they would be cast into the fire Daniel 3:16 – 18 Instead of accepting the king's offer they say they won't worship and that God is able to deliver them, but if He does not they still won't worship the image Exodus 20:1 – 5 Commandments against what king is demanding Daniel 3:19 – 30 God delivers them and the king blesses God Matthew 5:11 & 12 Rejoice at persecution Hebrews 11:35 – 38 People the world is not worthy of

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 […]

While we normally hope and pray God will let us avoid the fire, there will, no doubt, be times he allows us to go through it. When he does, he goes with us. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's choice to face the fiery furnace will inspire our faith to trust the One True God.

Three men stood before a king, a furnace, and an impossible choice, and what they said next changed everything. This week, Pastor Joshua Brown unpacks Daniel 3 to show that the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego was never really about the fire, it was about the kind of faith that says "even if" instead of "only if," and the God who shows up in the middle of the flames. If you're facing something that feels like a furnace right now, this message is for you.

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

(2 of 2). A few young Hebrew men found themselves as slaves in the mighty empire of Babylon. Daniel and his three friends (commonly known as Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego) were put in several situations that required great faith rather than conformity or giving into fear. Join Jonathan and guest Bradley Ballard as they work through the early chapters of the book of Daniel. Listen along as they process the powerful and enduring faith of these young men in a foreign land.

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."

What lessons can we learn from Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego? They provide us with so many insights as to how to endure the "heat" of life's challenges.

“Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said… Be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods.” — Daniel 3:16, 18 The narrative of the manly courage and marvellous deliverance of the three holy children, or rather champions, is well calculated to excite in the minds of believers firmness and steadfastness […]

(1 of 2). A few young Hebrew men found themselves as slaves in the mighty empire of Babylon. Daniel and his three friends (commonly known as Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego) were put in several situations that required great faith rather than conformity or giving into fear. Join Jonathan and guest Bradley Ballard as they work through the early chapters of the book of Daniel. Listen along as they process the powerful and enduring faith of these young men in a foreign land.

Even if God never gives you the outcomes you've been working toward or expecting? Would you still obey? That's the question at the center of this episode — and it's one that has been deeply personal in this season. Let's unpack what it truly looks like to remain obedient to your God-given assignment even if the outcomes look nothing like you're expecting. This isn't a message against building a thriving business. It's an invitation to examine where your hope is anchored — and whether you've been leaning on His understanding or your own. In This Episode: The "even if" defiance of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3:16–18 — and what their posture in the fire teaches us about obedience without guaranteed outcomes Why Proverbs 3:7 goes beyond what we typically take from this passage — and what it means to not be wise in your own eyes as a Christian entrepreneur Psalm 37:23–24 and 31 on what it means to have your steps established, ordered, and secured by the Lord — even when you fall The Isaiah 46 reminder that He alone carries, bears, and rescues — and how the idols of recognition, achievement, income, and stages cannot answer us or save us from our trouble The stunning parallel between Daniel 3 and Habakkuk 3:17–18 — and why "even if" appearing in both passages is no coincidence The difference between the world's promises and the Lord's promises — and how to find contentment and fulfillment in the assignment itself, regardless of the outcome Scripture References: Daniel 3:16–18 Proverbs 3:5–7 Psalm 37:23–24, 31 Isaiah 46:4, 7, 10–11 Habakkuk 3:17–18 Key Takeaway: God does not promise to save us from the fire — He promises to walk with us through it. As Christian entrepreneurs, we are not called to be obedient only when the outcomes match our expectations. We are called to obey because He is good, because His plan will take place, and because our steps are ordered by a God who already knows where they lead. The assignment was never about our gain. It was always about His glory — in the full seasons and the quiet ones alike. This week's reflection question:  Even if it doesn't look the way you expected — even if the book went nowhere, the stage led to nothing, the business didn't scale the way you planned — will you continue to be obedient to what He has given you? This episode could be a sister to last week's on misappropriating glory! Listen to that episode here. LET'S WORK TOGETHERAccountability, focus, a sounding board, and strategic insight are the key reasons my clients work with me, and I'd love to bring these to your business too! Schedule a complimentary call with me to explore working with me at https://erinharrigan.com/discoverycall GOT BOOKS?Learn about my books and get your copies at https://erinharrigan.com/booksFor signed copies, please contact support@erinharrigan.com If you have the book, help us reach more readers by leaving a review on Amazon! LET'S BE FRIENDS ON SOCIALLinkedIn: @erinharriganIG: @erindharrigan SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://youtube.com/@erinharrigan If this show brings you value, please give it a follow on  Apple Podcasts and leave a review. If you listen to Spotify, be sure to click the follow button and the notification bell so you don't miss an episode.

What if one of the clearest signs that we belong to Jesus is not comfort but opposition? In this message by Pastor Paul Gates, we continue our journey through the Beatitudes and discover the surprising blessing Jesus speaks over those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake. Instead of being viewed as a sign that God has abandoned us, these moments can become powerful reminders that we belong to His Kingdom and are walking in His ways. Pastor Paul encourages us with the bold faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Through their courage, we are reminded that God is present with His people in persecution to strengthen them and sustain them. Join us as we explore how joy can coexist with sorrow and how the promise of the Kingdom of God gives us the courage to stand firm. No matter what challenges we face, we are invited to trust the One who stands by our side in the fire and promises a reward that can never be taken away.

What do you do when life blindsides you, and everything in you wants to quit? In this message, Kiss The Fire, Pastor Shawn Johnson shares his testimony of facing an unexpected diagnosis and how we can get back up when we want to give up. We're learning to combat the quiet thoughts so many of us carry: Why would God let this happen? Is He even here? Through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we're reminded that faith doesn't keep you out of the fire, but it keeps you from being alone in it. This message will help you:- understand how to trust God in the middle of pain and uncertainty - discover how to turn your pain into purpose - build resilient, “even if” faith that doesn't quit NEXT STEPS:Ask for prayer or connect with a pastor: https://freshlife.church/contactRegister your decision to follow Jesus and receive free resources: https://freshlife.church/know-godGive a financial gift to support what God is doing as we take steps forward to see the Gospel reach far and wide: https://freshlife.church/giveSUBSCRIBE:Sign up to receive encouragement straight to your inbox, and to stay up to date with announcements, events, and more: https://church.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6ea4d82b2567db3e86b7767cd&id=451f2fe63eDon't miss a video! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/freshlifechurch?sub_confirmation=1CONNECT ON SOCIALS:Website: https://freshlife.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshlifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshlifechurchTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/freshlifeYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/freshlifechurch/Fresh Life Church was pioneered by Pastors Levi and Jennie Lusko in 2007. We exist to see those stranded in sin find life and liberty in Jesus Christ. Today Fresh Life's ministry impacts people with the radical, life-changing message of Jesus' grace, spilling across Montana, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho… and beyond.