How to Practice Holy Courage in Our Upside Down World - Daniel 2

In week two of our bible study, Living Right Side Up in an Upside Down World, Nicole walks through Daniel 2—Nebuchadnezzar’s disturbing dream, the failure of Babylon’s “wise men,” and Daniel’s prayerful response. The chapter unveils a core biblical truth: earthly kingdoms crumble, but God’s kingdom endures. Learn how to respond to a crisis like Daniel, place your trust in what lasts, and live for the unshakable kingdom.

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What We Cover - 

• Why Nebuchadnezzar demanded both the dream and its interpretation—and what that reveals about fear and power.

• How Daniel models holy courage: don’t panic—pray, gather your people, seek God.

• The big picture: God rules history; earthly empires are temporary.

• How Christ is the cornerstone of a different kind of kingdom that will never be shaken.

Key Bible Study Scriptures

• Daniel 2 (the dream, the statue, and God’s revelation)

• Isaiah 40 (nations are a drop in a bucket before God)

• Psalm 2 (earthly rulers rage; God reigns)

• Luke 20:17; 1 Peter 2:6–7 (Christ the cornerstone)

• James 1:5 (ask for wisdom)

Big Takeaways

1. God rules history—even when rulers rage or cultures shift.

2. Earthly kingdoms are temporary—don’t anchor your identity to what won’t last.

3. Crisis is a cue for prayer—Daniel gathers friends and seeks God’s wisdom.

4. Live for the unshakable kingdom—align loyalties, time, and decisions with Jesus’ reign.

This Week's Reflection Questions

1. Where am I subtly placing trust in temporary kingdoms (success, security, institutions, relationships)?

2. When a crisis hits—big or small—do I panic or pray? What one step can shift me toward Daniel’s pattern this week?

3. In what practical ways can I seek first the Kingdom in my work, home, and relationships right now?

Resources & Next Steps:

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