Standing Strong in Babylon - 11.12.25 - MDWK Service - Hope City Church

Nov 12, 2025    James Epperly

Spirits don’t die—so the same powers behind the “old gods” of the Old Testament still press on our culture today. In this Wednesday night teaching from Daniel 1, we explore how the spirit of Babylon targets families, identity, the Church, and language—and how believers can stand with courage instead of compromise.


In this message you’ll learn:

How ancient “gods” reappear in modern culture (same spirits, new names)

Why Babylon destroys families first—and how parents become the first line of defense

How God’s family (the Church) reinforces your home when it’s under attack

Why identity & sexuality are strategic battlegrounds (bricks vs. living stones)

How language is used to normalize bondage (rename, reframe, redefine)

The difference between judging culture and ministering to culture (Jonah’s mistake)

How to keep a clean heart while standing firm in a hostile world

The Daniel blueprint: prayer, conviction, excellence, and courage


Key verse: “The people who know their God shall be strong and carry out great exploits.” (Daniel 11:32)


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Scripture: Daniel 1; Genesis 11; 1 Peter 4:17; Daniel 11:32

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