Craft Daniel In The Lion's Den
Introduction
The story of Daniel in the lion's den is one of the most well-known stories in the Bible. It tells of a man named Daniel who was thrown into a den of lions because of his faith in God. Despite the odds, Daniel survived the night in the den and was saved by God. This story has inspired many people throughout history and continues to be a source of hope and encouragement.
The Story of Daniel
Daniel was a Jewish man who was taken captive by the Babylonians. He was a wise and faithful servant of God, and he quickly rose to prominence in the court of King Nebuchadnezzar. However, this made him the target of jealous officials who plotted against him.
One of their schemes was to convince the king to issue a decree that no one could pray to any god or man except for the king himself. Daniel, who prayed to God three times a day, refused to obey this decree and continued to pray as he always had.
The officials caught Daniel in the act of praying and reported him to the king. Despite his fondness for Daniel, the king was forced to throw him into the den of lions as punishment for breaking the law.
The Miracle
That night, the king could not sleep and he went to the den of lions to see if Daniel was still alive. To his amazement, he found Daniel unharmed and the lions lying peacefully at his feet. God had protected Daniel from harm.
The king was overjoyed and he ordered that Daniel be lifted out of the den. He then issued a decree that all people should worship the God of Daniel, recognizing that He was the one true God.
The Craft
This story is a great inspiration for children, and it can be a fun craft project as well. Here's how to make a simple Daniel in the lion's den craft:
Materials:
- Paper plate
- Brown construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Yellow construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers
Instructions:
- Cut the brown construction paper into strips to make the lion's mane. Glue the strips around the edge of the paper plate.
- Cut out ears and a nose from the brown construction paper and glue them onto the plate.
- Cut out eyes from the green construction paper and glue them onto the plate.
- Cut out a mouth from the yellow construction paper and glue it onto the plate.
- Draw a picture of Daniel onto a piece of paper and cut it out.
- Glue the picture of Daniel onto the plate, inside the lion's den.
This craft is a great way to teach children about the story of Daniel in a fun and interactive way. It also provides a great opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss the importance of faith and trust in God.
Conclusion
The story of Daniel in the lion's den is a powerful reminder of God's protection and faithfulness. It teaches us that no matter how difficult our circumstances may be, we can always trust in God to see us through. Whether through reading the story, making a craft, or simply reflecting on its message, we can all be inspired and encouraged by the story of Daniel.
