8. Kingdom Come

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Daniel transitions from stories to visions in chapter 7, using startling imagery that often leaves us confused and bewildered. The goal of these visions is to leave us comforted and hopeful, and as we look closer we see why: we find God’s kingdom juxtaposed against the kingdoms of earth, leading to a final clash that brings the kingdom of heaven to earth forever. When we have this grasp of human history, it lets us walk through the world a different kind of person: joyful, secure, and wise.

Application Questions:

1. What’s your experience with apocalyptic literature, like Daniel’s vision in this chapter?

2. How have you experienced the chaos of life in the world?

3. What is appealing to you about the description of God’s kingdom in Daniel 3:9-14?

4. How can you look at the world differently with the “key to history” this week?