Sermon Notes:
Notes:
When a Rebel stands for God in the little things, they are better prepared to stand for God in the big things.
You make choices and your choices make you.
Our God is big enough to rescue us from hard circumstances, but if He chooses not to He is big enough to carry us through it!
Sometimes God won’t save you from the flames, but he will always be with you in the fire!
God is revealed to others when we walk by faith.
The Prayer of a Rebel for God.
Father give me the wisdom to know the right thing to do and the courage to do it.
Follow up questions from Sunday:
Icebreaker: In high school, what two friends did you hang out with the most?
Go around the room and read Daniel ch 3.
As you read this chapter, what do you admire most about the three men in the story? Their courage, witness, faith in God for a miracle, trust in God no matter what? Please share.
As you read this chapter, what is your impression of Nebuchadnezzar? How would you define his personality and character traits? In your life travels, who have you personally met that most reminded you of King Nebuchadnezzar? Is there any Nebuchadnezzar in you? Please share.
How do you think God views King Nebuchadnezzar? Please share then read Is 40:21-26
What are some of your most “fiery” tests of faith that you remember experiencing and how did God use these in your life and in the lives of others around you?
In what areas of your life do you feel the greatest pressure to compromise your convictions? Work, home, school, friends, finances, other? please share.
Are there any areas of your life that you are sensing God may be calling you to stand for Him as a rebel? Please share? How can this group stand with you and pray for you?