Daniel: God is In ControlWhen Counseling a KingJanuary 18, 2015Please turn to Daniel 2Michael’s Personal Goal: Since the end of time as we know it really is near, I must invest in that which will lastPart 1 (V 1-23): The Dilemma—“Interpret my dream without my revealing it.”App 1: God specializes in humanly impossible circumstances App 2: Let the gift of prayer become a great source of stability for youApp 3: When God moves there’s no room for pride, only praisePart 2 V 24-44): Eschatology and Our Dilemma—Are you ready for Jesus?“They will fall by the sword and will be taken as prisoners to all the nations. Jerusalem will be trampled on by the Gentiles until The Times of the Gentiles are fulfilled.” Luke 21:24 42 Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; The Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?44 Anyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces; anyone on whom it falls will be crushed.” Matthew 21:42, 44Two vital reminders:1. We are quickly approaching the end of time as we know it2. Any investment in earthly stuff is temporary at bestNext Week: The fiery furnace. How God turns tragedy into triumphWhat is God’s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?