1. Daniel The Consistent Hero

2. Pluralism: The existence of different ethnic, religious, and cultural groups within a society.

3. “In a pluralistic world, a religion is valued based on the benefits it brings to non-adherents.” Brian McLaren in “Generous Orthodoxy

4. From Daniel we learn that 1.Everyone is strategically positioned to expand God’s Kingdom. The majority of Kingdom work is done outside the walls of the church building. A fluid culture requires us to be agile and thoughtful. A pluralistic society provides maximum diffusion of the Gospel.

5. From Daniel we learn that 2. True Kingdom advancement involves risk. Your reputation maybe sullied. Your material possessions maybe taken away. Your physical safety maybe compromised.

6. From Daniel we learn that 3. The Kingdom is advanced by those who live with a settled obedience to the King. Not to a denomination Not to a theological framework Not to a creed Not to a church Not to a ………………...?

7. From Daniel we learn that 4. The Kingdom expands as more people recognize and worship the One, True, and Living God.

8. “And they sang a new song: You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain and with your blood you purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people, and nation.” Revelation 4:9