Almost everyone has some understanding of the story titled Daniel and the Lions Den.  Perhaps you attended church as a child and have fond memories of singing the chorus “Dare to be a Daniel.”  Maybe you faintly remember hearing about Daniel’s three friends and a walk in a fiery furnace or a giant hand that appeared during a wild party and wrote a message on the palace wall.  The Book of Daniel is far more than a collection of exciting Sunday School stories.  Daniel lived during a very turbulent time (not unlike the times we live in today) and the book sharing his name is full of teaching and principles that are relevant for life today.