WHAT ABOUT THE FUTURE?

DANIEL 12

Pastor Rick Jackson

 

10:1 tells of yet another vision that God gave Daniel. Chapter 10 is a preface to the actual vision, chapter 11 is the vision, and chapter 12 is a practical application of the vision. Chapter 10 gives us another look behind the scenes.

 

I. THE FUTURE IS SURE [v. 1-3]

 

1. Israel has a Sure Future [v. 1]

2. The Saved have a Sure Future [v. 2-3]

3. The Lost have a Sure Future [v. 2]

 

II. THE FUTURE IS KNOWN [v. 4-7]

 

1. It is Not Completely Known to Men [v. 4]

2. It is Not Completely Known to Angels [v. 5-6]

3. It is Completely Known to the Lord Jesus Christ [v. 7]

 

III. THE FUTURE IS BECKONING [v. 8-13]

 

1. Ignorance is Not an Excuse for Inaction [v. 8-9]

2. Opportunities Abound to Prepare [v. 10]

3. The Lord’s Will Will Be Done [v. 11-13]