Study Guide / Outline

Introduction

• Description: Introduction to the book of Daniel and its significance.
• Main Points:
  • Daniel is a prophetic book in the Old Testament.
  • It contains prophecies and visions related to the coming of Christ.
• Scriptures: None mentioned.

Daniel Chapter 9 – The 70 Weeks Prophecy

• Description: Explanation of the importance of Daniel chapter 9 and the 70 weeks prophecy.
• Main Points:
  • Daniel recognized the end of captivity through studying Jeremiah’s writings.
  • The vision of the 70 weeks is a key Christological text.
  • The 70 weeks point directly to the coming of Christ.
  • Reference to Daniel 2:34 and Daniel 7:13-14 linking to Christ.
  • Mention of Daniel 3:25 and the fourth person in the fiery furnace.
  • Reference to Daniel 12:2 regarding everlasting life.
• Scriptures: Daniel 9:24, Daniel 2:34, Daniel 7:13-14, Daniel 3:25, Daniel 12:2.

Hope in Darkness

• Description: The book of Daniel as a source of hope in dark times.
• Main Points:
  • The book of Daniel assures that God is still on the throne.
  • It conveys the certainty of the coming kingdom and Messiah.
  • The relevance of the Old Testament to modern-day believers.
  • Encouragement for believers facing dark times.
• Scriptures: None mentioned.

Covenant Relationship

• Description: The concept of covenant and its significance.
• Main Points:
  • Covenant signifies a relationship initiated by God.
  • God has always had a covenant people throughout history.
  • Staying in relationship with God leads to protection.
  • The importance of not conforming to the world’s systems.
• Scriptures: None mentioned.

Persecution and the Gospel

• Description: Discussing the impact of persecution on spreading the gospel.
• Main Points:
  • Persecution historically led to the spread of the gospel.
  • The early church faced persecution, leading to its growth.
  • Believers in the present are called to stand against cultural norms.
  • The promise of preservation for those who stand for the truth.
• Scriptures: None mentioned.

Conclusion and Call to Boldness

• Description: A call to boldness and a conclusion.
• Main Points:
  • Believers are born for the current season and are anointed for it.
  • An encouragement to stand up and proclaim the truth boldly.
  • The expectation of the world seeing the gospel clearly.
  • A call to be like Daniel and dare to stand for the truth.
  • A prayer for supernatural boldness and obedience.
• Scriptures: None mentioned.