This message focused on the significance of biblical prophecy in revealing God’s plan for the world, with special attention to Daniel, Ezekiel, and Israel’s history. We explored how ancient kingdoms rose and fell through human ambition, yet God’s purposes remain sovereign. The discussions highlighted Israel’s promises, failures, and forsaken relationship with God, while contrasting the Church’s position in Christ. Themes of idolatry, submission, and spiritual separation from the world were emphasized, along with the reminder that Christ’s return will conclude the “times of the Gentiles.” The conversation underscored the need for faith, humility, and reliance on God’s grace rather than human effort.

Themes:

• Prophecy as God’s revelation of His plan (Daniel, Ezekiel, Revelation)
• Earthly kingdoms built on ambition and chaos vs. God’s sovereignty (Genesis 11; Assyria, Egypt, Babylon)
• Israel’s promises vs. the Church’s position in Christ (Hosea 1:9–11; Romans 7)
• Israel’s forsaken relationship due to failure of leaders and people
• God’s patience, long-suffering, and call to repentance
• Dangers of idolatry and backsliding, importance of godly sorrow (Exodus; 1 John 2:15 –17)
• The law exposing sin but not producing righteousness
• Spiritual separation from the world and living in submission to God
• God’s communication with individuals during times of darkness
• The “times of the Gentiles” and Christ’s imminent return

Scripture References:

Daniel; Ezekiel; Hosea 1:9–11; Genesis 11; Romans 7; Revelation; 1 John 2:15 –17; Exodus