In the final sermon of the series "We're Not Gonna Take It," Pastor Billy takes us to the powerful story of Daniel in the lion's den (Daniel 6:1-10) to explore what it means to choose God’s way in the face of political opposition and societal pressures. As Daniel found favor in King Darius’s court, his dedication to God’s law became the very basis for the political conspiracy against him. Yet, in the midst of trial, Daniel’s unwavering faith and commitment to prayer provide a model for how we should stand firm in our beliefs, even when facing persecution or opposition.
The sermon will answer key questions: Is God’s way becoming our way? and How does God’s way become our way? Drawing from Matthew 7:24-25, Pastor Billy teaches that choosing God’s way requires hearing God’s Word, living it out daily, and building our lives on the solid foundation of Scripture. As Daniel’s example shows, we must be devoted to prayer and seek God’s perspective when facing challenges. Even when the world pressures us to conform, we must remain true to our faith, trusting that God will guide and protect us.
In the face of opposition, we are reminded that God's way often looks different than the world’s, but it leads to victory and testimony. Just as King Darius declared the greatness of Daniel’s God after witnessing His deliverance, our faithful stand for God can impact those around us, drawing others to honor and reverence the living God.
