Daniel: Trusting the True Hero

by Sean Michael Lucas

Dare to Trust in Daniel's God! What brings you to the book of Daniel? Is it the moral example of Daniel and his robust faith? Or is it because you want to dig further into the prophetic material that speaks of the end times? Primarily the book tells you about Daniel's God. Lucas suggests rather than daring to be a Daniel, we should dare to trust in Daniel's God. This book will help you as you learn more about Daniel's God and why you too can trust him in every circumstance. Daniel was called to be a blessing even in exile and to avoid defilement in a pagan world. Such is God's call to you today so that you may honor God and put him first in your heart and life. "Sean Lucas' Trusting the True Hero is a wonderful, engaging, God-centered treatment of the book of Daniel. His strong redemptive-historical approach keeps God's character and un-folding plan for His people central throughout. In both the narrative portions and the prophetic portions Sean helps the reader see the greatness of God and our need to trust Him in every circumstance we encounter. The focus on God as the true hero lifts the eyes of the reader beyond a great story and complicated prophecy to a personal encounter with the living God that is both accessible and devotional. I highly recommend this book for everyone from those studying Daniel for the first time to Bible study groups to long-term students of the book of Daniel." Mark L. Dalbey ~ VP of Academics & Faculty Development, Covenant Theological Seminary, St Louis, Missouri. "Unique in its combination of narrative and apocalyptic style, Daniel has intimidated many a preacher and eluded most laymen. But Dr Lucas clarifies the big idea for all and it will preach ... God wins! Lucas the theologian, historian, preacher, pastor and writer has gifted the Church with a study that is redemptive-historical in its interpretation, Christ-centered in its application and enjoyable as a read." George Robertson ~ Senior Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Augusta, Georgia "What can you expect from this book? Well, God-centered, Christ-focused, gospel-infused exposition for starters. In textually driven, careful exposition based on a belief that every word of Scripture is Spirit-breathed; illustrative material that opens windows to fresh air and light; and passion - that those who read it will become aware of the riches of the gospel and the Spirit-filled, Jesus shaped lives that ought to be the pattern of all who, like Daniel, love the gospel and live as though they do" Derek Thomas ~ Minister of Preaching and Teaching, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina "the skillful hands and pastoral heart of Sean Lucas graciously lead you to a different understanding of this book and its hero, an understanding of the mysterious and marvelous goodness of God and grace of Christ, the true hero. That's where we can put our trust". Stephen J Nichols ~ Research Professor of Christianity and culture, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

143 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Sean Michael Lucas is the Senior Minister of First Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Prior to this, he served as Chief Academic Officer and associate professor of church history at Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri. He received BA and MA degrees from Bob Jones University and his PhD degree from Westminster Theological Seminary.

Reviews

[Mark A Powell · Rating 3 out of 5]

While many Christians are familiar with the stories of Daniel (lion’s den, king’s food, fiery furnace), all too often the emphasis is on emulating Daniel when it should be on looking to the character of a God who is faithful to His people, even amid difficulty. Lucas sadly stops short of fully exploring the prophetic nature of Daniel’s second half, but nevertheless shows how Daniel’s book anticipates Christ and encourages us to find our strength in Him.