The Book of Daniel

God does not do anything without revealing His secret to His servants the prophets, as the Bible says in Amos 3:7. He reveals deep and hidden things (Daniel 2:22). God, Who reveals mysteries, has disclosed what will happen at the end of days, as we can read in Daniel 2:28,29. He tells us beforehand, so that when it happens, our faith will be strengthened (John 14:29).

But why does God reveal future things?

The book of Daniel starts with two cities in antithesis, Jerusalem and Babylon, as a clue to a great controversy that is to be unfolded in the following chapters. While remaining in total control of history, God allowed the pagan Babylonians, as a punitive instrument, to capture the Jewish nation and destroy their capital city, Jerusalem.

Why would God allow His people to go to captivity?

When Nebuchadnezzar invaded Jerusalem at the time of the first captivity, he took from the Temple some of the sacred vessels and put them in the treasury of his gods. This act implied a contest of power and supremacy between the true God of heaven and the gods of Babylon.

Who wins in this contest?

God is always in control of His universe, in control of our world, ruling over the kingdoms and empires of our history. The dream God gave to Nebuchadnezzar, as well as subsequent events, made this absolutely clear. Human beings and satanic forces can only go as far as God will permit them. 

Who could interpret that mysterious king's dream?

It may surprise some to discover that the powerful king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar wrote most of the contents of Daniel chapter 4. He has recorded his personal testimony for posterity, relating how his overwhelming conversion came about.

Who could have dared to challenge the king?

Daniel received this vision about 50 years after the prophecy of Daniel 2. The Babylonian Empire was about to fall. All expositors of note agree that Daniel 7 parallels Daniel 2. Chapter 2 gave a panoramic survey of the future while chapter 7 invites deeper investigation.

Why does the prophecy use the symbols of beasts?

As Daniel considered the 10 horns, he observed a “little horn” coming up amongst them but 3 of the those horns were “plucked up by the roots” in order to make room for it. Daniel was not only troubled but terrified by the scene. He was very concerned about the activities of this “little horn”.

Who is this little horn?

This lessons shows Daniel 8's vision as a prophecy of successive empires: Medo-Persia symbolized by a ram, Greece by a goat led by Alexander the Great, and then Rome, represented by a "little horn," encompassing both pagan and papal phases, persecuting Jews and Christians.

Why does the prophecy give us more details?

Chapter 8 in the book of Daniel details the "little horn's" actions against Christ and sanctuary defilement. The sanctuary symbolises salvation, foreshadowing Christ's sacrifice. The "Antichrist," identified as the papacy, defiles Christ's ministry. Isn't it amazing?

How will all this end?

This presentation interprets Daniel's prophecies in chapter 8 and 9, claiming papal Rome corrupted Christ's teachings, and that the 2,300-day prophecy points to 1844 as the start of a pre-advent judgment, requiring believers to be righteous for Christ's return.

What can we know about the 2,300 evening and morning prophecy?

Archangel Michael intervenes in spiritual conflicts to defend God's people, highlighting unseen battles influencing earthly events. He acts as a key protector, especially "in the time of the end," where his role becomes crucial in defending against opposing forces and resolving the conflict between good and evil.

Who is Michael?

Our final lesson emphasises the "time of the end," judgment, and a final "time of trouble" where allegiance to God (marked by Sabbath observance) is crucial. Ultimately, Christ triumphs, defending His faithful followers against Satan and the forces of evil.

How to prepare for the endtime?