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Our words reveal what is in our hearts and they have real power over people. Have you ever reflected about something that came out of your mouth and wondered later why you said it?

In this study of Hebrew idioms and biblical prophecy, Pastor Brandon Holthaus examines Daniel chapters 11 and 12, revealing the meaning behind several prophetic expressions that are often misunderstood. What does Daniel mean by the "desire of women" and the "god of fortresses"? How will the Antichrist gain power, and what does it mean for the wise to shine like stars forever? Pastor Brandon explores the Antichrist's opposition to the Messiah, Satan's influence over earthly power, and the importance of understanding Scripture in its proper Jewish and prophetic context. He also examines the dangers of pursuing control instead of trusting God and the eternal rewards promised to those who demonstrate wisdom and lead others to righteousness. Key Scriptures: Daniel 11:36–39, Daniel 12:3, Genesis 3:15, Revelation 13, and Zechariah 4:6. Learn more at https://rockharborchurch.net #Daniel11 #Daniel12 #BibleProphecy #HebrewIdioms #Antichrist

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Ecclesiastes 2:12-16

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In the good process of sharpened shepherding, it's right and necessary for shepherds to seek to encourage and sharpen the sheep under their care. It's right and necessary for shepherds to seek to shepherd fellow shepherds. It's also good and right for both sheep and shepherds to not just sit or walk along in their times of need waiting for the shepherds to come to them but rather seek their shepherds for counsel and help when needs arise.

We tend to look at the Bible as 66 different books compiled together, but what if we learned to see it as one great story—the story of God's relationship with humanity? In The God of Story, novelist and biblical scholar Dr. Daniel Schwabauer unpacks five essential elements of story—theme, context, characterization, voice, and plot—to reveal the narrative principles woven throughout Scripture. Using these elements as a lens, he traces the cosmic story arc of God's work in creation, redemption, and restoration, helping readers engage the Bible with greater imagination and recognize God as the Master Storyteller. Stories, old as time, still have the power to transform us. They whet our appetites for truth, but sometimes the deeper meaning isn't as obvious as we expect. Schwabauer shows how the Bible's stories invite us to look more closely, ask questions, and search out what God is revealing beneath the surface. In doing so, he helps us connect the individual stories of Scripture to the larger story God is telling—and ultimately to know Him more intimately. Resources mentioned on the show: The God of Story