Put it on the Board

Pastor Mike Silvonen

May 5, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of the sermon was to show how living a life of truth, akin to Daniel’s example, impacts a secular world. Pastor Mike emphasized that truth should not be compromised but shared with love and respect. He stressed that as Christians, our mission is to exemplify truth in our actions and words, inspiring others to seek and embrace it.

Scripture References

Daniel 5, Isaiah 45:1-2, Daniel 4:22-28

What are the challenges of speaking truth in a secular society, and how can we overcome them?

How does the example of Daniel inspire you to live out your faith more authentically?

Discussion Questions:

Discuss ways we can share the truth with love without compromising its essence.

What does it mean to 'live in the Spirit,' and how can we practice this daily?

How can our community support each other in living out and speaking the truth as Daniel did?

Summary

In 'Put it on the Board,' Pastor Mike guided us through Daniel 5, emphasizing the importance of speaking truth with love in a secular world. He illustrated this with stories and analogies, drawing parallels between ancient Babylon and today's society. He highlighted Daniel's consistent example of living out his faith authentically and boldly, which provided a stark contrast to the pride and downfall of Babylon's leaders.