Sermon text: 

45 This is the meaning of the vision of the rock cut out of a mountain, but not by human hands—a rock that broke the iron, the bronze, the clay, the silver and the gold to pieces.

“The great God has shown the king what will take place in the future. The dream is true and its interpretation is trustworthy.”

46 Then King Nebuchadnezzar fell prostrate before Daniel and paid him honor and ordered that an offering and incense be presented to him. 47 The king said to Daniel, “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.”

48 Then the king placed Daniel in a high position and lavished many gifts on him. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and placed him in charge of all its wise men.

Sermon title: I'm Better Now

Sub-principle: Being around good people isn’t the same as being around God people. 

Principle: Your training in Godly confidence today qualifies you to survive the den tomorrow. 

Slide: sub principle: The seat comes with a cup 

Principle: Your gift is a reciprocal investment 

Point #1: A confident servant 

Sub-principle: A confident servant seeks strategic opportunities 

Daniel 2:24

24 Then Daniel went to Arioch, whom the king had appointed to execute the wise men of Babylon, and said to him, “Do not execute the wise men of Babylon. Take me to the king, and I will interpret his dream for him.”

Principle: He who is trusted with souls will be equipped to survive the den

Nehemiah 1:10-11 

10 “They are your servants and your people, whom you redeemed by your great strength and your mighty hand. 11 Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor in the presence of this man.”

I was cupbearer to the king.

Point #2: A contributor

Sub principle: A contributor sows and invest into the people that God sends them to 

Daniel 2:36 

This was the dream, and now we will interpret it to the king. Your Majesty, you are the king of kings. The God of heaven has given you dominion and power and might and glory

Principle: Your gift is a reciprocal investment

Point #3: A correct posture 

Daniel 2:46-47

Daniel 2:47-49

Takeaways: 

1.) Find your cup 

2.) Ask God to give you confidence for this season and the next 

3.) Ask God what you should sew into Gods dream for your new life