"From the Den to the Dawn"- Pastor John D. Putnam
October 12, 2025
Pastor John D. Putnam
In this powerful and faith-building message titled “From the Den to the Dawn,” Pastor Putnam draws us into the story of Daniel—a man whose unwavering faith turned a night of danger into a morning of deliverance. Through Scripture and vivid illustration, Pastor Putnam reminds us that obedience to God does not exempt us from trials—but it does guarantee His presence in the midst of them. Like Daniel, we may find ourselves surrounded by “lions,” but God is still sovereign in every circumstance. He may not always remove us from the den, but He will always rule over it. With deep conviction and pastoral encouragement, Pastor Putnam calls us to trust the Lord through the dark nights of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty—because weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Our God still shuts the mouths of lions, still turns trials into testimonies, and still brings His people from despair to victory. This message is a stirring reminder that faith is not proven in the palace—it’s proven in the den. But for those who trust Him, dawn always comes, and joy always follows. To hear more about what God is doing in Sheboygan County and beyond, visit us at posc.church!
Episode Notes
Main Point: God doesn’t always remove us from the den—He rules over it. What the enemy means for destruction, God uses for deliverance.
- Daniel’s faith in God remained steadfast through political changes, false accusations, and death threats.
- His obedience led him into the lions’ den, not away from it—but his faith brought him out unharmed.
- God’s presence in the den silenced the lions and turned a night of fear into a morning of victory.
- The same God who was with Daniel in the den is with us in our darkest hours.
Key Scriptures:
- Daniel 6:22 – “My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions’ mouths, that they have not hurt me.”
- Psalm 30:5 – “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”
- Romans 8:28 – “All things work together for good to them that love God.”
- 2 Corinthians 4:17 – “Our light affliction… worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.”
- 1 Peter 5:8-10 – “The devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour… But the God of all grace… shall make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.”
Major Themes:
- Faith in the Midst of the Den – Real faith is proven not in the palace, but in the pit.
- God’s Presence in the Trial – He may not always deliver us from danger, but He rules over it.
- Peace in the Darkness – Trust in God brings calm delight even in the night.
- Deliverance Through Trust – Daniel’s trust in God became his testimony to the world.
- From the Den to Revival – One man’s faith turned a pagan king’s heart and brought glory to God.
Reflection Questions:
- How do I respond when my faith is tested by hardship?
- Do I trust God to rule over the situation even if He doesn’t remove me from it?
- In what ways can my testimony lead others from darkness to dawn?
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