Daniel: God is In ControlOut of the Frying PanJanuary 25, 2015Please turn to Daniel 3.Michael’s Personal Goal: Rejoice always: God will turn ashes of disaster into roses of success.1. A King and His Image (V 1-12)App (V 1): Inspirations to build our own images are not from God (ref. Romans 8:29)App (V 1): Be sure that Jesus is coming soon (ref. 2Peter 3:3-4a, 8-10a)App (V 12): There comes a time to take a stand. App (V 12): Choose God or be vulnerable to anything. 2. The Fiery Furnace: A Test (V 12-30)App (V 15d): What false religion can’t do, God can. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned;the flames will not set you ablaze. Isaiah 43:23. Potential Responses from God (V 16-18)a.Deliver from the fire Result: faith is built upb.Deliver through the fire (ref. John 11:4) Result: faith is refined (ref. 1Peter 1:6-7)c.Deliver them by the fire Result: faith is perfected (ref. James 1:12)Theophany (V 25): a visible pre-incarnate Christ App: Have you put your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ? Three Principles to help you stand the Heat:First: God is in controlSecond: God will redeem it all (ref. 1Peter 1:7)Third: Divine intervention captures all heartsWhat is God’s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?