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In this sermon, we continue an in-depth review of The Daniel Manual for living and ministering in a diverse, quickly changing society.
Big Idea: We find ourselves in a changing, increasingly secular culture that demands our attention and our absolute allegiance. So, what should we do? How should we live in such secular and uncertain times? Well, let’s learn from Daniel, an Old Testament prophet and statesmen who prayed for and provided wisdom to at least four kings in two competing and diverse empires and pointed them to the one, true and eternal king. Here’s the Daniel Manuel for living in such a time as this.
Outline:
- Daniel’s Confession
- His Petition and Answer
- The Seventy Sevens
Key Takeaways:
- Reflections on the fact that humans are really bad at keeping secrets.
- Daniel’s powerful confession and model prayer for his people.
- Do you want to pray in such a way that it moves the heart of God?
- God’s swift answer to Daniel’s prayer and a sneak peak into spiritual warfare (which will be further explained in Chapter 10).
- The prophecy of the 70 weeks, including the six reasons for the prophecy, various interpretations of the 70 weeks, the incredible prophecies that have already been fulfilled, and my take on the 70 weeks.
- The remarkable, ultimate message of this prophecy. Due to this message, Christians have lived “heroically ever after.”