Daniel 7:1-28

AN EVERLASTING KINGDOM

Keywords 7:27

Then the sovereignty, power and greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be handed over to the saints, the people of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will worship and obey him.'

 

1. Four great beasts (1-14)

Daniel had a vision of four great beasts that grew increasingly more terrifying.

The beasts seemed to be in full control, capable of overcoming all things. (Even

so, there was God, the Ancient of Days, on his throne.) He gave authority to the

Son of Man. The beasts were threatening, but the sovereignty of God is forever.

His kingdom cannot be destroyed by the powers of worldly kingdoms.

 

2. The interpretation of these things (15-28)

The beasts represented the kingdoms of this world. There are those who would

oppress the children of God and even malign God himself. For a time, God’s

holy people would be subject to such rulers, but God is the sovereign ruler and

the judge of all things. He will rule forever, and his people will worship him in the

everlasting kingdom.

 

Prayer Lord, when I feel crushed by the world, help me to be mindful of your

eternal glory.

One Word Our God reigns forever