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1. What was the situation of God’s people at this time? Why had these things happened to them? (2 kings 24:1-4; 2 Chronicles 36:5-7) 2. What was the order of the Babylonian king? What were the qualifications of young men to be chosen? What were the special privileges given to them? 3. Who were among them? Why were they given new names? What was Daniel’s resolution? What is the meaning of his decision? What possible difficulties would he face as he keeps his decision? 4. How did God help him carry out his decision? What was Daniel’s proposal to the guard? How does this show his faith in God? 5. What was the result of 10 days’ test? How did God bless these four young men? What was the special gift of God given to Daniel? Why is it important for him to grow as a servant of God? 6. Why is it important for a person to make a decision of faith before God? Why is it particularly important for us to make a decision in preparing for the new year?

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