In his second vision, Daniel struggles to understand the vision, while we are on the other side of God's revelation which helps us interpret his vision. There are specific historical characters and events that are revealed. And the angel gave a similar response as Jesus gave his disciples as to when the end will take place.

What is the ground of your hope as you realize that you are surrounded by ferocious beasts? Is it in the Ancient of Days and the Son of Man? This chapter is the fulfillment of Daniel's name.

When facing life's greatest challenges, who do we rely on? Daniel was surrounded by corrupt politicians who were seeking to have him executed. They conspired against him, but the Lord showed up once again.

What is the difference between the life of King Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar? One humbled himself before God, the other didn't. Whose example would you follow?

In this text, we see the humbling and exaltation of a king who was stubborn in his pride. He was reminded that God is the ultimate sovereign and we are to swear allegiance to him above all. But also, this is a message of hope for those who are lost in their sin.

There are many voices who call us to resist. Resist what? Is it sin? What is the focus of the pilgrim in exile?

The purpose of Nebuchadnezzar's dream has often been used for an exact timeline of events rather than revealing God's power over history and the pattern of all human history. Listen and find out what Nebuchadnezzar's dream has to say to us today.

God reveals himself and his will the way in which he chooses. He gave Daniel the gift of interpreting visions and dreams and we see in chapter 2 how his purpose is being unfolded.

Sermon at the Lisbon RPCNA for our annual joint Thanksgiving Eve Service.

God is faithful to Daniel and his friends as they resist to be conformed to the world around them and he showed up as well.