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True story. World War II. Rome. Colonel Kepler. 2

In 3-4 sentences, describe Colonel Kepler. What kind of person is he In 3-4 sentences, describe Colonel Kepler. What kind of person is he? What does he do for a living? What city is he in charge of? What time (in earth’s history) is it?

A few years later . . . 4

In 3-4 sentences, describe what is happening (or just happened) In 3-4 sentences, describe what is happening (or just happened). Who was the man being chased? Why was he being chased? Why did he try to run away? Where was he going?

A few hours later . . . 6

In 3-4 sentences, describe Colonel Kepler from what you know now In 3-4 sentences, describe Colonel Kepler from what you know now. Describe Hugh O’Flaherty (the priest). What kind of person is the priest? Does he (the priest) model what Jesus would do? How do you feel about Colonel Kepler’s plea? What would you have done?

Let’s rewind the clock a year or so . . . and see MORE of the picture . . . 8

In 3-4 sentences, describe Colonel Kepler. What do you think of him now? Did your perspective change? Imagine what else he does for a living? How does knowing more of the situation change our ideas?

It is easier to find a score of men wise enough to discover the truth than to find one intrepid enough, in the face of opposition, to stand up for it. A. A. Hodge

What is the basic outline of Nebuchadnezzar’s dream in Daniel 2? What subtle lesson is God teaching us in the way he revealed the meaning of the dream to Daniel? What were the events prophesied that Christ referred to? What were the struggles of the early church? What will YOUR legacy be? What one thing will you remember from this week? 11

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What we’re covering Week of semester Lesson from textbook Quiz material Extra credit options for the week Homework for week Memory verse for the week 13

Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are His: And He changeth the times and the seasons: He removeth kings, and setteth up kings: He giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: He revealeth the deep and secret things: He knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with Him. Daniel 2:20-22 (KJV)

And said: "Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are His. He changes times and seasons; He sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals deep and hidden things; He knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with Him.” Daniel 2:20-22 (NIV)

Jude none Revelation a) Major Prophet b) Apocalypse c) Gospel d) Book of the Law e) Minor Prophet f) Letter by ... (author) g) History h) Poetry i) Letter by Paul

Matthew Luke Mark a) Letter by ... (author) b) Letter by Paul c) Minor Prophet d) Apocalypse e) Poetry f) Book of the Law g) History h) Major Prophet i) Gospel

Hebrews I Peter James a) Letter by ... (author) b) Letter by Paul c) Minor Prophet d) Apocalypse e) Poetry f) Book of the Law g) History h) Major Prophet i) Gospel

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Following the path of least resistance is what makes rivers and men crooked. Unknown

Whenever you find that you are on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. Mark Twain

Like the believers in the early Christian church and Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah we will leave a legacy. What will yours be? 25

“Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision . . .” What do these words mean . . . “Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision . . .” Daniel 2:19a (KJV) 26

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“Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision . . .” What do these words mean . . . “Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision . . .” Daniel 2:19a (KJV) 28

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A certain amount of opposition is great help to a man A certain amount of opposition is great help to a man. Kites rise against, not with the wind. John Neal

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Destruction of Jerusalem 33

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Do you want me To become an Atheist? 40

Why do some people “convert”? Could it be for self-ish reasons? Do you want me To become an Atheist? Why do some people “un-convert”? Could it be for self-ish reasons? What was God trying to say with the 10 Commandments about a relationship with Him? 41

Journaling Draw a cartoon strip of the story in Daniel 2 (6 panels minimum). Don’t use words. Assume the person reading them will not be able to read. 42

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Guided Learning Exercise Hand in Homework Finish Notes for Week Good Morning Guided Learning Exercise Hand in Homework Finish Notes for Week 45

We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light. Plato

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