God's Way Always Wins, Part 2

Gospel Daily with Josh Weidmann
God's Way Always Wins, Part 2
Series: Daniel - Thy Kingdom Come
Scripture: Daniel 11:1-12:13
Episode: 1311

In Daniel 11:1–12:13, the angel gives Daniel a detailed prophecy of future kings and kingdoms, outlining a long series of conflicts between the kings of the North and South, which historically correspond to the Ptolemaic and Seleucid empires. The prophecy culminates with a contemptuous king, often identified as Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who exalts himself against God and defiles the temple, stopping daily sacrifices and setting up the abomination of desolation. In Daniel 12, the vision shifts to the end times, promising that Michael the archangel will arise to protect God's people during a time of great distress. Some will be raised to everlasting life, others to shame, and the wise will shine like stars. Daniel is told to seal the words until the time of the end, emphasizing that God controls history and final judgment. Key themes include prophetic accuracy, persecution of the faithful, resurrection, final judgment, and God’s ultimate deliverance of His people.