What makes a believer?  It’s a relevant and important question.  As we make our way into Dan. 4 this morning, we see pagan king, Nebuchadnezzar, giving praise to God for all He has done.  Are we to understand that Nebuchadnezzar finally believes in the one true God?  I’m not sure he does.

 

There are 4 things which we can draw out of the opening verses of Daniel 4 which might indicate that Nebuchadnezzar is a believer in God.  But, simply by themselves, these things do not make a person a believer.  1) Using Religious Language Does Not a Believer Make; 2) Experiencing a Miracle Does Not a Believer Make; 3) Being Impressed by God and His Actions Does Not a Believer Make; 4) Knowing True Believers Does Not a Believer Make.

 

After we touch on each of these 4 points, we’ll finish up by seeking the right answer to what makes a believer.  It’s actually pretty simple – 5) A True Believer is One Who Truly Believes.

 

Genuine belief is rooted in a relationship.

 

 

Daniel 4:1-9

Feb. 25, 2024

 

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