Homework Question on Message of the Prophets
- This assignment is in two (2) parts.
- Part A The first part requires reading Hays, J. Daniel. The Message of the Prophets chapters 10-11. Then answer the below questions. (I do not have a copy of this book but it is available on eBook also Google book has most of the book through free read version)
- Instructions: Students should read Message of the Prophets chapters 17-18. Then answer the below questions.
- What are some practical applications for today that can be drawn from Daniel 1 and 2?
- What are some practical applications for today that can be drawn from Daniel 3 and 6?
- Is Nebuchadnezzar a true follower of the God of Daniel? Why or why not?
- Compare and contrast Daniel 4 with Daniel
- Is the European Union a plausible fulfillment of the ten horned beast of Daniel ? Why or why not? Does the United Nations appear to be a plausible fulfillment of Daniel ? Why do some popular prophecy writers make such claims? Should they admit their errors?
- Identify the Ancient of Days and One like a Son of Man in Daniel 7. What role does each of them play in that chapter?
- How has the description of the Ancient of Days in Daniel 7:9 influenced the way people have invisioned God? What is the symbolism behind the terms and description of God in Daniel 7:9?
- Part B Instructions: Students should read pages 298-323 in The Old Testament for Today.
- Then they should write an initial post of 200 words answering the following discussion points.
- Finally, they should respond to at least 2 other students with post of at least 75 words in length.
- List and explain 2-3 principles that can be drawn from your reading.
- How do they apply to the church or to your ministry today?
- What is one question that you have based on your reading? . Hays, J. Daniel. The Message of the Prophets
Homework Answer on Message of the Prophets
- What are some practical applications for today that can be drawn from Daniel 1 and 2?
God keeps His Word
As regards the warning God gave to prophet Jeremiah about the consequences of Israel’s disobedience, God kept His Word and sent them to captivity. He also does not bring judgment before first warning the people through prophets. Although He is patient and considers the decisions, He is sure to accomplish what is promised (whether it is popularly accepted by the people or not exciting). In the first Chapter of the book of Daniel, the Jews were under direct punishment from God in accordance with their sin and disobedience by not heeding the prophet’s warnings (Walton 21).
God appreciates and blesses obedience
The young teenage boys who maintained their firm resolutions to obey and serve God gained favor from Him. Rather than defile themselves with rich food during their training, they opted for bitter vegetables. God, in turn, sustained their health above the expectations of the trainers and the King.
- What are some practical applications for today that can be drawn from Daniel 3 and 6?
God still hates idol worship
The exemplary story of the young men reveals the fact that God expects believers to worship Him alone regardless of the circumstances they encounter. He also uses tests to find the loyal and faithful out of a majority of worshippers. Moreover, God always retains people who will stand confidently for Him and oppose infiltration and diversion from true worship according to His Word (Daniel 33).