Daniel in the Lion's Den
Daniel 6
Continue the conversation throughout the week with your kids by asking them questions pertaining to the lesson from Sunday at Redemption Kids.
The questions asked below were asked on Sunday during our time at Redemption Kids. Take some time to read the passage together, discuss the questions, watch a BRAND NEW video of the lesson, memorize the Bible verse, and remember the big idea of this week!
Ask the Questions
Minis/Littles Discussion Questions
Did Daniel stop praying to God when the king made the new law? (No, he kept on praying)
What was Daniel’s punishment for praying to God instead of the king? (He was thrown in the lions’ den.)
What happened to Daniel in the lions’ den? (God saved Daniel from the lions.)
What new law did King Darius make? (Everyone must respect God.)
Why do we pray? We pray because we trust God, and we know He hears us.
Bigs/Elementary Discussion Questions
Why did the other leaders want to get Daniel in trouble?
They were jealous of him, Dan. 6:3-4
What law did Darius create?
For thirty days; people could not pray to anyone except him, Dan. 6:7
What was Daniel’s response to the king’s law?
Daniel continued praying, Dan. 6:10
Why do you think Daniel obeyed God rather than King Darius?
Guide the kids to see that God is our ultimate authority. We are called to obey God above any earthly leaders. If Daniel were to obey the king’s decree to pray to him, Daniel would have been sinning against God.
Is it always easy to obey God? Why or why not?
Help kids understand that obeying God can be difficult. We have to fight against our own sin, and we may face persecution from non-believers. Jesus reminded His disciples that we will be blessed when people mistreat us for His sake. (Matt. 5:11-12; John 15:18-19) We can also remember that Jesus faced punishment and even death when He was obedient to God’s plan to rescue sinners. (Heb. 5:7-9)
How can your obedience to God point others to His goodness?
Explain that our obedience shows others that we really do trust God and believe the Bible. When we choose to follow God, especially when disobedience might seem easier, we demonstrate to the world that God is worthy of our obedience.
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: Why do we pray? We pray because we trust God, and we know He hears us.
Big Idea: God shut the mouth of the lions to save Daniel.
Bible Verse to Memorize - Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Practice Catechism
Question: What else did God create?
Answer: God created all things and all his creation was very good.
