Why Study the Book of Daniel?

The importance of the book of Daniel cannot be overstated.

1. It is an indispensable introduction to New Testament prophecy.
2. It bridges the gap between Israel’s historical books and the New
   Testament.
3. It reveals details about the comings of the Anointed One, the Antichrist and other princes.
4. It tells of the Tribulation, followed by the Lord’s return.
5. It speaks about the resurrections and the judgments of God.
6. It covers “the Times of the Gentiles.”
7. It shows that God is sovereign in the affairs of man.
8. It proves there is a God in heaven who rules history.
9. It uncovers a great spiritual warfare among the angelic and demonic forces.
10. It illustrates what true dedication to God means, and what God is willing to do through, and for, those who are committed to Him.
11. It provides a solid basis for comfort in the midst of adversity.
12. It discloses godly principles for politicians and officials.
13. It offers hope for God’s people so they will not fall away.
14. It challenges God’s people to faithfulness.
15. It contains an unusual amount of practical truth that is applicable to Christians today.
16. It predicts an everlasting kingdom ruled by the Son of Man.

Daniel reveals:

1. The time of the Messiah’s two advents
2. God’s interest in, care for, and chastisement of His chosen people
3. Reasons for the Jews to take comfort during the exile
4. There is a God in heaven
5. God hates and judges sin
6. Pride goes before a fall
7. The appropriate responses to crises
8. History in advance
9. God sets the times and boundaries of nations
10. God is faithful to His covenant promises and to His people Israel
11. Israel’s deliverance and blessings in the coming Millennial Age
12. God’s interest in and care for His chosen people, even when they sin
13. God’s infinite superiority over the gods of Mesopotamia
14. God plans for His people from the time of the Babylonian exile until eternity
15. Israel’s time of distress
16. The mighty power of prayer
17. The coming of five kingdoms
18. The triumph of the Son of Man
19. The absolute sovereignty of Yahweh