Mar 9, 2025
The Ram and The Goat
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Daniel 8 reveals God's sovereign control over history, showing the rise and fall of empires and the ongoing battle between good and evil. The vision foretells the power struggles of the Medo-Persian and Greek empires, leading to the rise of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, a ruler who foreshadows the Antichrist. His persecution of the Jewish people and desecration of the temple reflect the deeper spiritual conflict at work in the world.
Yet, God’s faithfulness prevails. The temple was restored, and His people endured, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of His promises. This passage reminds us that prophecy is always fulfilled, Scripture never fails, and we can trust in God's unshakable plan.
Scripture: Daniel 8
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Mar 9, 2025The Ram and The GoatSeries: (All)Daniel 8 reveals God's sovereign control over history, showing the rise and fall of empires and the ongoing battle between good and evil. The vision foretells the power struggles of the Medo-Persian and Greek empires, leading to the rise of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, a ruler who foreshadows the Antichrist. His persecution of the Jewish people and desecration of the temple reflect the deeper spiritual conflict at work in the world.Yet, God’s faithfulness prevails. The temple was restored, and His people endured, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of His promises. This passage reminds us that prophecy is always fulfilled, Scripture never fails, and we can trust in God's unshakable plan.Scripture: Daniel 8
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