In chapter 9, Daniel shows that, even if you’ve written a book of the Bible and lived a seemingly righteous life, prayer and Bible study are crucial to revelation. The chapter ends with more prophecy that can be interpreted many different ways and shows that, ultimately, the future is clearly fuzzy.

Daniel 8 is one of, if not the, most amazing prophetic chapter in the entire Bible. The passage interprets itself and clearly shows that God shows up in all of human history.

Instead of being fearful of prophesy passages in the Bible, it’s important to remember that behind all of the imagery is God who knows the future, rules the world, and is coming back to rule all things forever.

In Daniel’s time, just like in today’s time, the government was corrupt and tried to punish him for serving Jesus. But, Daniel stood firm and worshiped the true King and, in his infinite might and power, God showed up once again in Daniel’s life to rescue him from a den of lions.

In Daniel 5, the same family continues to do the same evil and God shows up in a powerful way while Daniel once again interprets a prophecy that God will ultimately get the last word.

In Daniel 4, Nebuchadnezzar had a dream that foreshadowed his seven-year period of being humbled by the true King, Jesus. Despite the warning, he continued his prideful reign until the dream came true and he was forced to acknowledge the God over all kingdoms.

When faced with a decision whether to worship the true God or a counterfeit God, Daniel’s friends stood firm in worship of the true God. Even when it looked like the counterfeit God would win, the real God showed up in the middle of their trial and protected them. God can do the same for those today who put their trust and faith in Him despite the most desperate of circumstances.

In this sermon from Daniel 2, a problem is presented, Daniel responds in prayer and praise, which leads to a prophecy and promise, and ultimately to his promotion.

God has a Kingdom in Heaven where all those who believe in and have relationship with Him will go after this earth but Satan counterfeits that perfect place with the city of Babylon. In this sermon, learn how the spirit of Babylon wants to topple, train, and tempt you but the spirit of God wants to send, strengthen, and sustain you.

In this final sermon in the “Joy To The World” series, Pastor Mark tells how loving God with your mind, obedience, contentment, partnership, and words will help give you joy going into a new year or new season when you don’t know what’s next.