Courage in Culture (The Book of Daniel)
A Kingdom Coming
December 24, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 12
Today we will finish Daniel with Daniel 12. You'll see the importance of Daniel in the Christmas narrative. It certainly helps connect Jesus’s first coming in a manger to his promised Second Coming as ruler and judge over all. It gives us an overall picture of what Christmas truly means. God oversees all human history. From Creation to Daniel to the Second Coming. It’s HIS story. His plan. And it will be worked out according to his glory.
It's All About Timing
December 17, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 11
We will examine Daniel 11 this Sunday. It's a fascinating study in world history - especially in the 350 plus years after Daniel. But it also brings back on the world stage this mysterious, nefarious character called the Antichrist. Insights into his nature will be given. Plus, we will see some other End Times insights that are often overlooked. God oversees all human history. From Creation to Daniel to the Second Coming. It’s HIS story. His plan. And it will be worked out according to his glory.
Until the End of Time
December 10, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 10
This week we will look at https://momentsofhopechurch.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=619883e2c05bae1713b849822&id=f63789b07e&e=26b90da95d. It's a fascinating chapter that examines the reality of spiritual warfare and the need for persistent prayer. Daniel is also given a vision of what is happening in the heavenlies regarding End Times, and how the nation of Israel fits into God's plan of redemption for this world.
What Time Is It?
December 3, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 9
This Sunday, we examine Daniel 9 - an important chapter in the Bible concerning End Times prophecy, the Antichrist, and his time on earth. For the believer in Jesus, these insights from Daniel should not create fear, but should instill an even bolder faith that is ready for Jesus's return.
Types of Antichrist
November 19, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 8
We are continuing through the book of Daniel, and https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=daniel+8&version=esv looks at the prophetic insights that God gives to Daniel. It will focus on three characters: The first two are historical figures of great evil. They are types (or foreshadows) of the last character - the one that will appear on history’s stage in the last moments of human history. He is known as the Antichrist and will usher in the end of days.
God Controls the Nations
November 12, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 7
This week we make a transition in our study of the book of Daniel. The first six chapters are mostly history with a little prophecy. The last six chapters are mostly prophecy with a little history. In chapter 7, God gives Daniel supernatural insight about the next four major world powers. Then, amazingly, he gives insights into what’s in the future beyond these four empires — to the end times and the introduction of one called the Antichrist.
No Compromise
November 5, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 6
This week we will examine Daniel Chapter 6. It’s the very familiar story of the lion’s den. It tells of how this great man of God was confronted with the decision to obey an evil edict of the government or obey God. Daniel is a powerful example of God using a person to stand firmly for him. And it shows him being exalted eventually because of his great faith and obedience to God.
The Handwriting on the Wall
October 29, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 5
This week we look at Daniel 5 and the story of the last days of the Babylonian Empire. Daniel is called upon to interpret a supernatural, other worldly writing that suddenly appeared on a wall while the king was throwing a huge drunken party. From this chapter comes the phrase, "the handwriting is on the wall." Daniel's interpretation of the handwriting has application for us today. All nations come and go under God's complete sovereignty. He controls everything. That includes Babylon. That includes what is happening in the world today. That includes our nation as well.
Pride Comes Before the Fall
October 22, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 4
What is the chief of all sins? The sin that caused Satan to fall and cause a rebellion in heaven? It’s pride. Selfish ambition. Thinking that all your accomplishments are because of you and not God. A perfect example of pride is found in Daniel 4 with King Nebuchadnezzar. How God dealt with him in this chapter is a lesson for us all. Pride truly does come before the fall. But that’s not the end of the story…
Faithful in the Fire
October 15, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 3
In chapter 3 of Daniel, the focus is on Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Their willingness to stand for God is a powerful illustration of how to have courage in culture - even if it means giving up your life for what you believe. Watch the faith of these men, and be inspired in your own walk with God.
How to Get a Promotion
October 8, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 2
This Sunday, we look at Daniel 2. This chapter shows Daniel seeking God about a dream that King Nebuchadnezzar had. Daniel’s obedience to God allows him to save his own life and spare the lives of others. And through it all, he even gets a promotion! Only God!
Standing Strong
October 1, 2023 • David Chadwick • Daniel 1
This week we will study Daniel 1. It’s an incredible insight into courage in culture. It describes how Daniel stood strongly for his God and was not cancelled by the godless culture in which he lived. Indeed, he was promoted and exalted by the king because of his courage.