"A Lifetime of Faithfulness an Interview with Daniel" by Hiram Kemp

From Cumberland Trace Church of Christ (Formerly Lehman Ave Church of Christ) · 35:19

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October 25, 2026 - Sunday AM Sermon In this episode Hiram invites listeners to imagine sitting down with iconic figures like Colin Powell, Viktor Frankl, Dolly Parton, and Maya Angelou — then reveals that the ultimate interview subject is the biblical Daniel. Using Daniel’s life as recorded in the 12-chapter book, the message explores how a young captive became a lifelong model of faithfulness under pressure. The episode walks through practical lessons drawn from key episodes in Daniel’s story: establishing convictions early (Daniel 1), training the heart and emotions so they don’t rule us, and filling our minds with Scripture. It highlights the “elephant and rider” metaphor for shaping habits before the heat of the moment and encourages listeners to make a few lasting, faith-shaped decisions (Christ over the crowd, purity over pleasure, character over reputation). Listeners also hear why seeking God and surrounding yourself with godly friends mattered for Daniel — including the prayerful example with Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego) that led to divine revelation in Daniel 2. The sermon stresses the importance of giving all glory to God when you succeed, contrasting Daniel’s humility with the downfall of leaders who exalt themselves. Other core takeaways include standing firm under testing (the fiery furnace and the lions’ den), remaining active and faithful into old age, and learning to trust God even when prophecy or life circumstances remain unclear (Daniel chapters 7–12). Hiram points listeners back to Scriptures such as Psalm 16, Psalm 119, Matthew 6:33, and 2 Corinthians 5:7 to ground these applications. The episode features brief congregational participation and concludes with a gospel invitation: to trust Christ, be baptized, and join the church in a life shaped by convictions, prayer, community, humility, perseverance, and trust in God even when the end is not yet visible. Handout: A Lifetime of Faithfulness: An Interview with Daniel Hiram Kemp 1. Establish Your __________________________ Early (Daniel 1:8) 2. Seek __________ & Surround Yourself with ___________ People (Daniel 2:14-23, 2:46-49) 3. Give ________ the _______ When You _______ (Daniel 2:26-30) 4. When _________, Stand ____________ (Daniel 3:16-18, 6:6-10) 5. Keep ______________ in Old ________________ (Daniel 6:1-10) 6. Keep _____________ When You Don’t ___________ Understand (Daniel 8:26-27, 12:8) Duration 35:19

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