Sunday Sermon | Daniel: A Tale of Two Kingdoms | Lessons for Exiles

God intentionally places believers as exiles in this world for a purpose, just as He did with the Israelites in Babylon. As spiritual exiles, we face three key challenges: the temptation to withdraw from culture, the risk of rejecting God during hardship, and the pressure to conform to worldly values. Instead, we're called to engage with our surroundings while maintaining our distinct identity in Christ. This exile status actually offers freedom—we're liberated from the need to find ultimate comfort here because our true citizenship is heavenly. Understanding this perspective transforms how we approach our possessions, priorities, and purpose in a world that often feels foreign.