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"What happens when faith collides with earthly power? The stories of Daniel reveal a pattern of divine deliverance that speaks directly to anyone facing opposition for their beliefs. In today's world, we need unwavering faith."

Pastor Teddy, a.k.a. Fred Kenney, Jr., explores Daniel chapters 5-6, examining the themes of deliverance, faithfulness, and God's sovereignty throughout the Bible story. This continuation of his behind-the-scenes look at Plays on Word's upcoming Daniel production reveals how these ancient texts remain relevant today.

• Reading of Daniel chapter 5, featuring Belshazzar's feast and the handwriting on the wall
• Reading of Daniel chapter 6, telling the story of Daniel in the lions' den
• Discussion of the overarching theme of divine deliverance throughout the book
• Exploration of how Daniel and his friends stood firm against cultural pressure
• Brief historical context about the Babylonian exile and subsequent Persian rule
• Timeline references from Josiah through the close of the Old Testament
• Mention of Jeremiah's prophecies running parallel to Daniel's experiences
• Explanation of how Daniel's prophecies included future world empires

We'll continue exploring Daniel next week, diving even deeper into these powerful themes of deliverance and faith under pressure. If you'd like a PDF timeline of these historical events, email or text us and we'll send it to you.

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"Have you ever stood firm in faith when the whole world demands you bow down — that's the powerful message at the heart of this week's deep dive into the Book of Daniel. Today, we journey through chapters 3 and 4, witnessing extraordinary demonstrations of faith and divine power."

Pastor Teddy, a.k.a., Fred Kenney, Jr., continues his exploration of the Book of Daniel, focusing on chapters 3 and 4 which detail the fiery furnace experience and Nebuchadnezzar's humbling transformation.

• Working on creating a historically accurate throne prop for the upcoming 'DAN' play
• The throne will feature the Babylonian lion with wings, made in blue with Babylonian-Persian styling
• Reading of Daniel chapter 3 explores the story of the golden image and the fiery furnace
• Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow to the golden image despite threats
• God protects them in the fire by sending a fourth figure "like a son of the gods"
• Reading of Daniel chapter 4 covers Nebuchadnezzar's dream, madness, and restoration
• Nebuchadnezzar's testimony shows his transformation from pride to acknowledging God's sovereignty
• God doesn't prevent trials but meets us in them – demonstrated when Christ joined the three men in the fire
• The faithful testimony of these young men ultimately influenced the pagan king
• We're called to trust God even in difficult circumstances, as He's worthy of our trust

The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. ~ Numbers 6: 24-26

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"Have you ever wondered how some performers memorize large parts of the Bible? Today, Pastor Teddy pulls back the curtain on his unique scripture memorization process and spiritual practice that transformed his faith and ministry."

The journey begins with a confession - Pastor Teddy, a.k.a. Fred Kenney, Jr., didn't read through the entire Bible until his early thirties. When he finally attempted it, he found himself completely lost in the complex prophetic books like Ezekiel. That's when divine intervention led him to discover audio Bible recordings, creating a breakthrough in his comprehension. By engaging scripture through both reading and listening simultaneously, passages that once seemed impenetrable suddenly began making sense.

Pastor Teddy shares how this discovery evolved into a life-changing habit - listening to scripture constantly during daily activities, sleeping with Bible recordings playing through the night, and eventually creating his own audio versions. "I went through the entire Bible in the month of January," he reveals, describing how this immersive approach welded biblical narratives into his mind and heart. This practice became the foundation for his theatrical ministry, enabling him to perform extensive biblical stories from memory.

The highlight comes when Pastor Teddy shares a sample of his preparation for an upcoming Daniel play - a first-person narration as if Daniel himself were telling his story from inside the lions' den. This innovative approach brings scripture to vivid life, offering listeners a fresh perspective on familiar texts and demonstrating how creative engagement with God's Word can deepen understanding.

Whether you're struggling to comprehend difficult biblical passages, looking to strengthen your scripture memory, or simply seeking a fresh approach to engaging with ancient texts, this episode offers practical insights that will transform your relationship with the Bible. Listen now and discover how hearing God's Word might open spiritual doorways that reading alone cannot reach.

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