CONFRONTED BY THE WORLD

Intro. - Capitulate, Rationalize, Deliverance, or Obedience?

God’s People Will Be confronted - with idols of this world vs1-7

This started in the garden with Satan and Eve

What comes between you and service?

God’s People Will Be Criticized - by the people of this world vs8-12

Honoring and obeying God are not always popular

If I stay behind closed doors no one will notice

There was no announcement or news conference

God’s People Will Be Challenged - to worship the gods of this world vs13-15

The Jews needed friends in high places

We’ve made our point; we now have a 2nd chance

We will do the ritual, but it won’t mean anything

God’s People Must Be Courageous - in the face of danger in this world vs16-18

We must bow only to God

We must trust in God’s purpose and power

God’s People Can be confident - no matter what happens in this world vs19-30

The three men were confident either way

Paul - Philippians 1:18-21

Concl. - Which path will you chose?