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Rabbi Schneider is equipping the body of Christ, building the church, and evangelizing the world. From the Old and New Testament, learn the biblical roots of Christianity and Jesus' Jewish heritage.
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The Roaring Lion 0:00 Let us pray. Be sober and self controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom he may0:12 devour. First Peter 5 8. Dear heavenly Father, We recognize that our adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion seeking0:24 someone to devour. We ask for your protection, Lord, against every form of temptation, deceit, and harm that the enemy might throw our way. Grant us the wisdom0:36 to stay vigilant and alert, understanding that we have an enemy seeking our downfall. God, fortify our faith that we may stand firm in the face of trials and0:47 adversities. Strengthen us, Lord, so we can resist the devil and cause him to flee from us. Let your word be our shield and sword, equipping us to0:59 stand strong against the forces of darkness. Please remind us, Father, of the victory we have in Christ Jesus, our Savior, who overcame1:11 the world. Let the confidence of this victory be our courage and may your Spirit guide us in all righteousness, keeping us from falling prey to the enemy's schemes. In1:23 Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen. Thank you for praying with me today. Stay tuned now for another episode of Stories of theDaniel in the Lion's Den 1:35 Messiah with Rabbi Schneider.1:45 Daniel knew he had done nothing wrong. Driven by jealousy, the governors of Persia tricked the king into condemning Daniel to die. Fooled by his governors and tempted by his pride, King1:56 Darius made a decree out long prayer to anyone but him. Daniel knew praying to God might mean certain death, but it didn't stop him. He prayed to the Lord daily, seeking wisdom and2:08 praising his name. What was the punishment for such a crime? Being fed to the lions. So there Daniel was, standing at the edge of a hole carved into a stone dungeon. He could hear2:20 the rumbling of the lion's purr underneath. Darius put a hand on Daniel's shoulder. His voice was filled with regret. I wouldn't have made such a decree if I'd have known, but now I must follow2:32 through. His voice trailed off, and he turned away from his dear friend. May your god deliver you. With those words, the guards threw Daniel into the lion's den and laid a stone over it. Daniel2:44 hit the ground with a thud and looked up. A stone was placed over the entrance, blocking out the sun. All was silent until Daniel heard the low vibrations of the lion's growl.2:57 You wanna get the kids something different this year for the holidays. Right? Well, no matter what you get them, you should power the toys with something that's definitely different, Duracell batteries with power boost3:06 ingredients. They're unlike any other battery. So to make sure Christmas morning goes great, get only Duracell batteries with power boost ingredients. Woah. Does that happen every time I say Duracell3:18 with power boost ingredient? Nice. Try it with me. 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And now it earns you 5 percent cashback on a monthly category of your choosing, restaurants, apparel, groceries, health and beauty, and gas on up to 1000 dollars of monthly purchases. So let's4:27 do this after the podcast. Start earning 5 percent cash back with the PayPal debit card today. Don't just pay, PayPal. Terms apply. See PayPal app. This card is issued by the Bancorp Bank NA, pursuant to license4:39 by Mastercard International Inc.4:42 Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Stories of the Messiah podcast. I'm Rabbi Schneider from Discovering the Jewish Jesus. I have been your guide through this journey through the Bible's most iconic stories. If4:54 you've enjoyed our journey thus far, consider leaving us a review and sharing with a friend. We want the story of the Bible and the hope of Jesus to be spread worldwide. This series of stories of the Messiah5:06 is called Jesus the Greater. We've been exploring the highs and lows of the Bible's most famous heroes, ultimately showcasing how their stories foreshadow the greatest hero of all, Jesus.5:19 So far, we have learned how Jesus is the greater Adam, Cain, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Isaac, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Samson, Boaz,5:30 David, Solomon, Elijah, and Jonah. Their stories are testimonies to the faithfulness of God. Their highs and lows remind us that no circumstances, sins, or5:42 flaws will ever keep god from accomplishing his purposes. Today, we turn our attention to a character whose unwavering devotion got him into trouble. Because of his faithfulness to God, Daniel was5:54 condemned to spend a night in the lion's den. The other governors of the empire were jealous of Daniel's wisdom, favor, and influence on the king. They hated his righteousness and sought to use it against him. Now6:06 I don't need to tell you that this world can be pretty hostile to the people of God. Persecution is rampant worldwide, and we are forced as believers to consider the cost of following Jesus. If we were in6:17 Daniel's position, would we stop praying? Would we shrink under cultural pressure and give in? Daniel's story invites us to ponder those types of questions. Do we have unwavering faith in the6:29 face of cultural pushback? Daniel believed losing his relationship with God would be worse than losing his life. He committed himself to pray knowing that it might mean death. Let's enter back6:41 into this dramatic retelling of Daniel's story. Daniel has been thrown into the lion's den. Will this be the end of Daniel? Will God deliver him as king Darius hopes? Let's find out now,6:53 then unpack what it means together.6:57 Daniel's sight had not yet adjusted to the darkness. He scrambled onto his hands and feet to find his place. He found a loose stone and held it in his hand. Daniel was prepared to fight for his life.7:09 He knew that God could protect him from the lions, but even if he didn't, he would not regret praying to the Lord. He couldn't see anything, but he knew they were there. He could feel the low base of the growls in his7:20 chest. They were getting closer, stalking him, and waiting for the perfect moment to pounce. He prayed for deliverance, gripped the stone, and prepared for the worst. He turned around to see the faintest7:32 shadow of a lion crouched behind him, prepared to pounce. Just as it was about to attack, a radiant light cut through the darkness like a hot blade. The light illuminated the 4 lions surrounding Daniel. They all7:44 cowered in fear and backed away from the light. They roared, but the light sprang forth and wrapped around their jaws. The lions submitted immediately. The light vanished from sight, and Daniel was7:56 left alone again in darkness with the lions, but he knew they had been subdued. The god of all creation had shut the jaws of death for Daniel. He would emerge out of that den living and8:07 triumphant. Meanwhile, king Darius paced his room worrying over Daniel. He did not eat or sleep all night. Instead, he set his mind on the welfare of his friend. He waited for the light to8:19 break so he could roll away the stone of the den. As soon as the light touched the bottom of the horizon, Darius put on his clothes and rushed to the cave. He and all the men raced together and pulled away the8:31 stone. All was silent. Darius approached the entrance to the den. He looked down and listened for any sounds. He could hear nothing. He worried and shouted, Daniel,8:43 servant of the living God, has your God delivered you from the lions? There was a long pause. Darius' heart was beating fast. Then a small voice echoed up to the entrance.Jesus: The Greater Daniel 8:55 Oh, king, live forever. Of course, I'm safe, for I was blameless. My lord upheld me and shut the mouth of the lions.9:04 The story of Daniel in the lion's den is famous for a reason. It's a story of courageous faith and providential protection. What I love about Daniel's character is that he was fully prepared to die if that's what9:16 God had for him. He didn't pray with the certainty that god would save him from the lions. He prayed because it's what gave his life meaning. Let me encourage you, friends. It's better to live a short life on fire for9:28 the lord than living a long life apart from him. Relationship with God is what gives this life vibrancy is what carries us into eternity. Daniel understood this, but also believed that God would protect him from the9:36 lions if that was his will. Daniel's story teaches us the value of trust and steadfast devotion.9:49 Daniel faced various trials throughout his life, yet he never stopped trusting God's sovereignty. Whether interpreting dreams for a king, serving in a foreign government, or facing lions in a den,10:01 Daniel had faith in God's control over all circumstances. He believed that God was in control even when things seem chaotic or dangerous. This encourages us to trust God's plan for our lives even10:12 when we can't see the bigger picture. In the darkness of the lion's den, it was hard to see, but God's light eventually broke through. It's the same for us when we were facing darkness. Daniel also teaches10:24 us how to stand firm in our convictions. Daniel's life was marked by his unwavering faith and commitment to his beliefs even when those beliefs directly contradicted the governing powers. From his10:36 refusal to eat the king's food because it violated Jewish dietary laws to his defiance of a law that forbade praying to anyone but the king, Daniel stood firm in his convictions. The lesson is that10:48 personal integrity and faithfulness to our beliefs are more important than conforming to societal pressures or expectations. This is especially important in today's culture when the pressure to11:00 compromise our beliefs and integrity is at an all time high. At Discovering the Jewish Jesus, we understand that stories like Daniel's hearken to something even greater. Daniel's journey into the11:12 lion's den and out into the light point us toward Jesus who had his journey into darkness. Let's immerse ourselves into a short retelling of Jesus' resurrection when death's jaws were shut11:24 to save the son of god.11:28 Jesus knew that he had done nothing wrong. Driven by jealousy, the leaders of Israel condemned him to die. He hung on a cursed cross, but his death was not a defeat. The grave11:40 was always his destination. Death roared like a lion and sank its claws into the Son of God, but death's grip could not hold him long. For 3 days, Jesus lay in a tomb11:52 in the garden. Guards were placed at either side of the grave to keep people out. Little did they know, they would need to keep Jesus in. Christ's followers had lost hope, and the enemy12:03 thought he had achieved victory. But death had no power over Jesus. The dark skies gave way to the morning sun on the third day. For the first time since his death, light broke through.12:15 The sun crept crept over the horizon, its rays spilling over the hills like liquid gold. The 2 guards lounged in the coolness of the morning mist, lazily watching the sun's rays ripple through the misty air. The12:27 sunrise was ahead of them, illuminating the rest of the garden. As its rays reached the gravesite, another light emerged from behind. The guards recoiled and looked back. The earth began to tremble, knocking the12:39 guards down on their backs. They turned and watched the stone roll away. A glory beyond words cascaded from the dark tomb. The radiance swept through the air with such might that it sent the guards12:51 flying backwards. They reached for their spears, but not before another surge of power broke forth from the darkness, they ran back into the trees and remained on the ground. Death's mouth was sealed shut,13:02 and Jesus Christ emerged from the grave victorious. No scheme of man or power of hell could hold him back.13:12 First Peter chapter 5 tells us that the enemy prowls like a lion seeking whom it may devour. The enemy certainly tried its best to devour Jesus. On the cross, death's cruel jaw sunk its13:24 teeth into Jesus and dragged him to the grave. But on the third day, Jesus emerged victorious. The lion's den in Daniel 6 is a metaphor for the grave. Jesus, like Daniel,13:36 rose from the lion's den and displayed the power of God. Jesus's victory over death gives us hope that we through Christ can have victory over sin, death, and shame. Perhaps there are13:48 some of you today who feel like you are trapped in a lion's den. The enemy has tried to take your heart as well. Well, my friend, it is my joy to remind you that you don't have to be a victim to your sins or to the14:00 sins of society. Romans chapter 8 tells us that we are more than conquerors in Christ Jesus. We follow the god who shut the mouths of lions and rose Christ from the pit of death.14:12 Whatever sins you struggle with or trials you have faced can be conquered. Dare to be a Daniel and face the struggle head on. Dare to stand boldly in the lion's den. Jesus has given you victory.14:24 Because Jesus rose from the grave and shared his victory with you and me, we are confident that Jesus is the greater Daniel. Join us next time where we will explore the most unlikely hero of14:36 all, you. We will learn about God's deep and abiding love for you and how your shortcomings allow God to display his glory. Don't miss our final episode to discover how14:48 Jesus is the greater Peter. If you want more resources on Jesus in the old testament, visit us at discovering the Jewish Jesus dot com. Another resource you might find impactful is my new book,15:00 Messianic Prophecy Revealed, Seeing Messiah in the Pages of the Hebrew Bible, which can be found on my website. If you enjoy today's podcast, leave us a review and share it with a friend. We want the15:11 story of the Bible and the hope of Jesus to be spread worldwide. To make prayer a priority and hear more stories to inspire hope, visit pray dot com.15:22 Hi. I'm Melanie, a tech lead at Capital 1 where we use serverless at scale. Recently, my team used serverless to build an API that lets you generate a pass you can add to your digital wallet for a faster check-in at15:32 Capital 1 airport lounges. And we made it reusable so other Capital 1 dev teams can also implement digital pass services. Our serverless first approach allows engineers like me to focus on the fun part, building15:43 impactful solutions for our business and our customers. That's technology at Capital 1. Learn more at capital 1 dot com slash tech slash serverless.In this video 0:00 The Roaring Lion1:30 Daniel in the Lion's Den8:51 Jesus: The Greater Daniel
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