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In this sermon, we conclude our in-depth review of The Daniel Manual (Book of Daniel) for confidently living out our faith in uncertain times and in an increasingly plural culture.
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:
- The Last King
- The Last Days
- Eternal Light and Life
- Last Lessons
Key Takeaways from Daniel 11:35-44 and Daniel 12:
- A brief overview/review of the entire book.
- The various interpretations of the last king in Daniel 11:35-44 and why I favor a futurist/premillenial view.
- A review of the four primary interpretations or views of the end times and my thoughts on the events/days described in Daniel 12.
- How Daniel 12 answers two of humanity’s deepest and oldest questions, “What happens after death?” and “Does my life and work matter?”
- The possible link between Daniel and the magi in the New Testament.
7 Lessons from the Book of Daniel
- Daniel was Daniel because he was a disciple.
- Engagement, not exile, is our calling.
- There is a God, and He is God.
- The Bible is God’s Word.
- Christ is King now.
- Christ is King of the Nations.
- Be a star.