In this conversation, Paul S. Kim discusses his new Bible study on the book of Daniel, sharing insights from his personal experiences as an Asian American and how they inform his understanding of the text. He emphasizes the importance of community, resilience, and cultural engagement for modern believers, while also reflecting on the significance of prayer and faithful obedience in the life of Daniel. The discussion highlights the relevance of Daniel’s story in today’s context and encourages listeners to explore their own faith journeys.

00:00 Introduction to Paul S. Kim and His Work

03:18 The Journey of Writing a Bible Study on Daniel

05:46 Personal Insights as an Asian American

09:08 Application of Daniel's Lessons for Asian Americans

14:05 Engaging and Disengaging with Culture

16:23 Favorite Stories from Daniel and Their Impact

19:04 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Aaron Lee is our Editorial Curator. Aaron also serves as the Social Media Officer of First Chinese Baptist Church of Walnut in California’s San Gabriel Valley, home to the largest concentration of Asian American communities in the United States. Visit him online at DiveInDigDeep.com.

Paul S. Kim, MDiv, DMin (current), is the Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in San Diego, a multiethnic and intergenerational church that started as a church plant, merged with another church, and now actively engages in church planting and discipleship movements around the world. He is the author of Daniel: Firm in Adversity. Paul is married to Linda, and they have three children.