Looks into the life of King Nebuchadnezzar and what he contributed through writing to the bible. We take a look at his dream about the tree and how turning our eyes to heaven shows us the power of the God of the Now. Goes with the Rob Bell Video entitled "Trees"
Daniel’s Challenge; Daniel’s Commitment; Daniel’s Compensation or God Punishes; God Favors; God Develops for written text make request to dregfilter@comcast.net
Daniel’s Challenge; Daniel’s Commitment; Daniel’s Compensation or God Punishes; God Favors; God Develops for written text make request to dregfilter@comcast.net
Daniel was a teenager among the Jewish exiles in Babylon. He became the most senior administrator of the empire under three unpredictable kings. Four commitments were the foundation of his life: commitment to God, Commitment to reading the Scriptures, Commitment to prayer and commitment to professional excellence. Through visions and angelic messengers God gave Daniel six detailed visions of the future covering the period 200BC until the return of Christ.
Nebuchadnezzar learns of the Most High God from Daniel and the three other captives. The essential attributes of God’s knowledge, power, and presence are demonstrated and help us to remember that our God is worthy of our worship and willing and able to help us in our needs.
Slides from day 2 of my teaching on Daniel at Bible & Culture 2015 (www.bibleandculture.org). This session looks at the structure of Daniel and chapter 1.
Daniel was a teenager among the Jewish exiles in Babylon. He became the most senior administrator of the empire under three unpredictable kings. Four commitments were the foundation of his life: commitment to God, Commitment to reading the Scriptures, Commitment to prayer and commitment to professional excellence. Through visions and angelic messengers God gave Daniel six detailed visions of the future covering the period 200BC until the return of Christ.
Nebuchadnezzar learns of the Most High God from Daniel and the three other captives. The essential attributes of God’s knowledge, power, and presence are demonstrated and help us to remember that our God is worthy of our worship and willing and able to help us in our needs.
Slides from day 2 of my teaching on Daniel at Bible & Culture 2015 (www.bibleandculture.org). This session looks at the structure of Daniel and chapter 1.
What temptations do you think Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego faced when they were brought before the king (13–15)? What impresses you most about their response to these temptations (16–18)? How could you follow their example if you were found to have terminal cancer? How could their example help if you faced the possibility of losing your job or receiving a poor grade because of your refusal to compromise God's Word?
Some Christians claim that pain or sickness or trial are always the result of sin or lack of faith. How would you respond to that claim in light of this passage? As you look at Nebuchadnezzar's response (13–15, 19–23), what evidence do you see that his basic conflict was with God rather than with these three men?
A background look at the person (Daniel) and the circumstances surrounding his exile from Jerusalem to Babylon as well as a first description of the dream that forms the basis for Daniel’s prophecies.
Worry and stress can suck the life out of us both figuratively and literally. Learn how God did not design us to live in stress and how we can lower our stress levels and be who we are meant to be in Christ.
To go with the Nooma video "Store", this presentation reviews the modern link between emotion and motivation and how we can use our emotions to motivate us to do choose life over death everyday.
An overview in missions and how you can get involved and prepared to serve and do the thing that is uniquely Christian, going out and serving others with your talent and love.
Truth and lies are much bigger than we usually think. We live surrounded by the lie and we lose our hope and our belief. Jesus is the "truth" in that he dispels the lie.
We circle the verse John 3:16 to discover it's meaning in context with the chapter. In the process we reveal an important lesson for Nicodemus and us about belief.
We overload our minds with so much information. Our rate of communication goes up, and the quality of our communication goes down. We are in danger of losing ourselves.
The bible is full of landscapes and scenery, each as important to the story as the characters. What can these landscapes tell us about our lives and what we need to do to seek God in the place we are?
The story of Esther, set to the music of "Queen". Be sure to use a playlist with the following songs:
• Princes of the Universe
• Killer Queen
• Somebody to Love
• Crazy Little Thing Called Love
• Keep Yourself Alive
• I Want It All
• Save Me
• Hammer To Fall
• We Will Rock You
• We Are The Champions
• Bohemian Rhapsody
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
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3. The Tree In The Middle
• The Book of Daniel
• Who is it written by?
• Who was Daniel?
• King Nebuchadnezzar
• Conquered Israel
• Destroyed Jerusalem
• Exiled the People of God
• Kidnapped Daniel
• Serving Babylonian Empire
4. Kingdom In The Middle
The ancient version of the Middle East
5. Nebuchadnezzar Wrote Daniel 4!
King Nebuchadnezzar,
To the peoples, nations and men
of every language, who live in all the world:
May you prosper greatly!
It is my pleasure to tell you about the miraculous signs and
wonders that the Most High God has performed for me.
How great are his signs,
how mighty his wonders!
His kingdom is an eternal kingdom;
his dominion endures from generation to generation.
I, Nebuchadnezzar...
7. In a Name: King Nebuchadnezzar
His Name Means:
“Oh god Nabu,
preserve and defend
my firstborn son”
Who is Nabu?
The Babylonian god of
Wisdom and the Written Word
Daniel is a prophetic writer
Neby likes him for that reason
8. The Spirit of the Living God
“I know that the spirit of the
holy gods is in you, and no
mystery is too difficult for you”
– Daniel 4:18 –
Daniel had the Holy God of
Israel residing inside of him
9. Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream
I was at home in my palace, contented and prosperous.
I had a dream that made me afraid. As I was lying in my bed,
the images and visions that passed through my mind terrified me.
I looked, and there before me stood a tree in the middle of the
land. Its height was enormous. The tree grew large and strong and
its top touched the sky; it was visible to the ends of the earth.
Its leaves were beautiful, its fruit abundant, and on it was food
for all. Under it the beasts of the field found shelter, the birds of
the air lived in its branches; from it every creature was fed.
10. Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream
In the visions I saw while lying in my bed,
I looked, and there before me was a messenger,
a holy one, coming down from heaven. He called in a loud voice:
“Cut down the tree and trim off its branches;
strip off its leaves and scatter its fruit.
Let the animals flee from under it and the birds from its branches.
But let the stump and its roots, bound with iron and bronze,
remain in the ground, in the grass of the field.”
11. Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream
Let him be drenched with the dew of heaven, and let him live
with the animals among the plants of the earth. Let his mind
be changed from that of a man and let him be given the mind
of an animal, till seven times pass by for him.
The decision is announced by messengers, the holy ones
declare the verdict, so that the living may know that the Most
High is sovereign over the kingdoms of men and gives them to
anyone he wishes and sets over them the lowliest of men.
Daniel 4:4-5, 13-17
12. Daniel’s Interpretation
This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree the
Most High has issued against my lord the king:
You will be driven away from people and will live with the wild
animals; you will eat grass like cattle and be drenched with the
dew of heaven. Seven times will pass by for you until you
acknowledge that the Most High is sovereign over the
kingdoms of men and gives them to anyone he wishes.
Daniel 4:24-25
13. Daniel’s Interpretation
The command to leave the stump of the tree with its roots
means that your kingdom will be restored to you when you
acknowledge that Heaven rules. Therefore, O king, be pleased
to accept my advice: Renounce your sins by doing what is right,
and your wickedness by being kind to the oppressed. It may be
that then your prosperity will continue.
Daniel 4:26-27
14. Neby’s Dream In Other Words
What happens to Neby when
he becomes arrogant enough
to think he has all the answers
What happens when he
believes that he is the reason
for Babylon’s success
15. Neby Becomes Arrogant
The words were still on his lips
when a voice came from heaven,
“This is what is decreed
for you, King Nebuchadnezzar:
Your royal authority has been
taken from you. “
– Daniel 4:31 –
16. Neby Becomes Arrogant
You will be driven away from people
and will live with wild animals.
You will eat grass like cattle.
Seven times will pass by for you until
you acknowledge that the Most HIgh
is sovereign over the kingdoms of men
and gives them to anyone he wishes”
– Daniel 4:32 –
17. The Dream Is Fulfilled...
Immediately what had been
said about Nebuchadnezzar
was fulfilled.
He was driven away from people
and ate grass like cattle.
His body was drenched
with the dew of heaven until his
hair grew like feathers of an eagle
and his nails like the claws of a bird
– Daniel 4:33 –
18. “At the end of that time,
I, Nebuchadnezzar,
raised my eyes toward heaven,
and my sanity was restored.
Then I praised the Most High;
I honored and glorified him
who lives forever...”
– Daniel 4:34 –
...brings Repentance & Redemption
19. At the same time that my
sanity was restored, my
honor and splendor were
returned to me for the glory
of my kingdom. My advisers
and nobles sought me out,
and I was restored to my
throne and became even
greater than before.
– Daniel 4:36 –
...brings Honor and Splendor
20. Now I, Nebuchadnezzar,
praise and exalt and glorify
the King of heaven, because
everything he does is right
and all his ways are just. And
those who walk in pride he is
able to humble.
– Daniel 4:37 –
...brings Power through Humility
21. “We live between the trees
in a world drenched in God.”
-Rob Bell
“...Let him be drenched with
the dew of heaven, and let him
live with the animals among the
plants of the earth.”
-God to Neby in his dream
(in Daniel 4:15)
We are drenched in God
22. Live in the NOW!
Daniel is given the gift
of this interpretation
because it was needed
“for such a time as this.”
He was AVAILABLE
and WILLING for God to
work through him in the
HERE and NOW.
23. Live in the NOW!
King Nebuchadnezzar
could have chosen to
live as God commanded
He chose to take credit
for what God had given
God instantly took
action reveal his glory
back to him
24. If God decided he wanted to communicate with
the King of Babylon, who overthrew, destroyed,
raped, pillaged, and exiled the people of God...
...He may actually be interested in talking to YOU!
25. “The past is history,
the future a mystery,
but today is a gift...
that is why it is called the present.”
from the great philosopher Master Oogway
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