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Daniel receives terrifying visions of future chaos and conflict, but through them comes God's reassuring message that He remains in control. These apocalyptic chapters reveal how God's sovereignty and eternal kingdom will ultimately prevail over every earthly power.
• Daniel 7 presents four beasts representing world empires, culminating in a heavenly courtroom where "one like a son of man" receives an everlasting kingdom
• Jesus later identifies himself as this "Son of Man," claiming the divine authority described in Daniel's vision
• Daniel 8 depicts a ram (Medo-Persia) conquered by a goat (Greece), with a destructive horn that desecrates the temple
• In Daniel 9, Daniel's heartfelt prayer receives the mysterious "seventy sevens" prophecy pointing to the Messiah
• The final vision (chapters 10-12) reveals future conflicts and ends with one of the Old Testament's clearest promises of resurrection
• These visions consistently affirm that despite appearances, God's purposes will not fail and His kingdom will outlast every empire
Share this episode with a friend who's starting their journey with the Bible too. Keep reading, keep seeking, and keep growing in your faith.
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SOURCES:
- Barnes, A. (1853). Notes on the Old Testament: Daniel. London: Blackie & Son.
- Ireland, B. (2012). Daniel: Keeping faith when the heat is on (Study Guide) (L. Andres, Ed.). Macon, GA: Smyth & Helwys Publishing.
- Longman, T. III. (2020). How to read Daniel. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic: An Imprint of InterVarsity Press.
- MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (1997). The MacArthur Study Bible (Electronic ed.). Nashville, TN: Word Publishing.
- Nelson, T. (n.d.). The NIV, Open Bible: Complete Reference System (p. 5595) [Kindle edition]. Function.
- Widder, W. L. (2016). Daniel (T. Longman III, Ed.). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. (The Story of God Bible Commentaryseries).
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Daniel receives terrifying visions of future chaos and conflict, but through them comes God's reassuring message that He remains in control. These apocalyptic chapters reveal how God's sovereignty and eternal kingdom will ultimately prevail over every earthly power.
• Daniel 7 presents four beasts representing world empires, culminating in a heavenly courtroom where "one like a son of man" receives an everlasting kingdom
• Jesus later identifies himself as this "Son of Man," claiming the divine authority described in Daniel's vision
• Daniel 8 depicts a ram (Medo-Persia) conquered by a goat (Greece), with a destructive horn that desecrates the temple
• In Daniel 9, Daniel's heartfelt prayer receives the mysterious "seventy sevens" prophecy pointing to the Messiah
• The final vision (chapters 10-12) reveals future conflicts and ends with one of the Old Testament's clearest promises of resurrection
• These visions consistently affirm that despite appearances, God's purposes will not fail and His kingdom will outlast every empire
Share this episode with a friend who's starting their journey with the Bible too. Keep reading, keep seeking, and keep growing in your faith.
RELATED EPISODES
SOURCES:
- Barnes, A. (1853). Notes on the Old Testament: Daniel. London: Blackie & Son.
- Ireland, B. (2012). Daniel: Keeping faith when the heat is on (Study Guide) (L. Andres, Ed.). Macon, GA: Smyth & Helwys Publishing.
- Longman, T. III. (2020). How to read Daniel. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic: An Imprint of InterVarsity Press.
- MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (1997). The MacArthur Study Bible (Electronic ed.). Nashville, TN: Word Publishing.
- Nelson, T. (n.d.). The NIV, Open Bible: Complete Reference System (p. 5595) [Kindle edition]. Function.
- Widder, W. L. (2016). Daniel (T. Longman III, Ed.). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. (The Story of God Bible Commentaryseries).
Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus?
Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace.
💬 Reach out to Jacqui at [email protected]
📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life
🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you
You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step.
Thank you for tuning in!
Bible Basics is now streaming on Youtube. Please subscribe now!
Feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!
Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.