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Living inthe Ageof Signs
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Living in the Age of Signs
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Biblically Bold
Today’s Audio Devotion:
Biblically Bold
Voices of deception are ringing around us, and that’s why the voice of the Church must be heard. This is no time to be intimidated, ashamed, or embarrassed. When we share the Gospel or defend a biblical worldview, others may not like it. The Bible’s message about issues such as sexual ethics is for everyone’s good. The best possible life is one that adheres to Scripture.
When with a gentle but unapologetic voice we speak truth to culture, we are being, well, countercultural. When we speak truth to power, we are being salt and light. While the world screams out its views in anger, we have the opportunity of sharing a better way in love.
There will be times when we’ll be marginalized, mistreated, and, in some places, even martyred. Don’t let this defeat you. Every generation of Christian believers has experienced rejection, discrimination, and persecution. Our focus is on serving Jesus and those to whom He sends us. We’ll have all the time we need for comfort in heaven. Don’t restrain your lips.
Our inheritance is unfading. Our treasure is secure—it will not diminish. Our role is pivotal. Our faithfulness is required.
Pastor Allen Jackson
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Some 2,600 years ago, God gave King Nebuchadnezzar a dream. In this dream, the king saw a five–part statue made of five different metals (see Daniel 2). Each section represented an empire, beginning with Nebuchadnezzar's Babylon. Four of these empires have already risen and fallen in history—a clear fulfillment of Daniel's prophetic interpretation. The fifth and final empire indicates a future Europe—a ten nation coalition that will unite under the Antichrist's rule.
You can read about the King's dream and Daniel's interpretation in Daniel 2, but let's take a quick visual look at what you will find:
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King Nebuchadnezzar's Babylon
Daniel's words to the king are clear. "You are this head of gold" (Daniel 2:37–38).
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Medo–Persian Empire
The Medo–Persian Empire conquered Babylon in 539 BC and remained in power for approximately two hundred years (Daniel 5:28).
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Grecian Empire
Greece's Empire succeeded the Medo–Persians (Daniel 8:21).
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Roman Empire
When the Grecian empire was conquered by Rome, all the lands and peoples of the previous kingdoms were assimilated into the Roman Empire through the strengths of the "iron legions of Rome" (Daniel 2:40).
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Future European Coalition
This empire has not yet risen. Daniel foretells a time when the Roman Empire—Europe—will consist of ten kingdoms or leaders. The future Roman Empire will be present on the earth when God sets up His earthly kingdom (Daniel 2:44).