Lesson 2: The Courage to say "No"

Daniel 1:8-21

In this lesson we see what constitutes true strength of character.

RESOLUTION OF AN UNCOMPROMISING LIFE

Daniel refused to give in and say "no" to Ashpenaz when the order came to eat unclean food. He purposed in his heart to do right. Daniel 1:8

REFUGE FOR UNCOMPROMISING LIFE

God took care of Daniel when he decided to obey the law of God rather than give into the temptation of dining in the king's table. Daniel 1:9

RESULTS OF AN UNCOMPRIMISING LIFE

Daniel 1:11-14

1. Courage

2. Conviction

3. Courtesy

4. Confidence

5. Consistency

REWARDS OF AN UNCOMPROMISING LIFE

Daniel 1:15-21

1. Special Impact

2. Special Intelligence

3. Special Insight

4. Special Influence