OpenTheo
Daniel

Daniel

Steve Gregg

Steve Gregg discusses various parts of the book of Daniel, exploring themes of prophecy, historical accuracy, and the significance of certain events. He delves into the stories of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, King Nebuchadnezzar's madness, the prophecy of the 70 weeks, the last vision, and the reign of various rulers.

1 of 9
Daniel Introduction

Daniel Introduction

Steve Gregg discusses the introduction of the book of Daniel from a religious perspective. Daniel was skilled in interpreting dreams and was elevated in rank due to his God-given gifts. Despite living in a pagan world, Daniel remained uncompromised in his convictions, which serves as a model for us

2 of 9
Daniel 1 - 2

Daniel 1 - 2

Steve Gregg discusses the introduction of Daniel and his three friends and their commitment to remaining faithful to their Jewish beliefs while in captivity in Babylon. Despite being ordered to eat food that had been sacrificed to idols, Daniel refused, demonstrating his resolve to maintain his reli

3 of 9
Daniel 3 - 4

Daniel 3 - 4

In Daniel 3, King Nebuchadnezzar orders the construction of a 60-cubit gold statue and demands that everyone in Babylon bow down to it as a sign of loyalty. Three Jewish men - Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego - refuse to bow to the statue and are thrown into a fiery furnace. However, God miraculously

4 of 9
Daniel 5 - 6

Daniel 5 - 6

In this segment, Steve Gregg discusses the fifth and sixth chapters of the book of Daniel. He explains that the first four chapters covered the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar, while these two chapters focus on a new king named Belshazzar, who is referred to as Nebuchadnezzar's son. The narrative detai

5 of 9
Daniel 7

Daniel 7

In this segment, Steve Gregg discusses the significance of Daniel chapter 7 as the apex and climax of the book. He notes that while the book may contain both prophetic and historical sections, there is a mysterious character introduced that Christians cannot identify. This character is referred to a

6 of 9
Daniel 8:1 - 9:23

Daniel 8:1 - 9:23

In this session, Steve Gregg delves into Daniel 8:1-9:23 and discusses the last vision, which follows on from the four empires featured in Chapters 2 and 7. The vision talks about the Persian Empire that is on the horizon and how suddenly a male goat appears from the west. The goat comes with notabl

7 of 9
Daniel 9:24 - 9:27

Daniel 9:24 - 9:27

In Daniel 9:24-27, the prophecy of the 70 weeks predicts the coming of Jesus Christ and the end of transgression, sin, and iniquity. The seven weeks, sixty-two weeks, and the 70th week are outlined, with the entirety spanning 490 years from the decree to rebuild Jerusalem. Some believe the final wee

8 of 9
Daniel 10

Daniel 10

Steve Gregg discusses the events described in Daniel 10, where the prophet prayed and fasted for an answer from God. Eventually, an angel was sent to Daniel to deliver the message he sought. Gregg explores the idea that angels play a role in the fulfillment of prayers, and notes that some interpreta

9 of 9
Daniel 11 - 12

Daniel 11 - 12

In this discourse, Steve Gregg provides an in-depth analysis of Daniel chapters 11 and 12. He discusses the role of the archangel Michael, the coming of Alexander the Great and the subsequent split of his kingdom, the reigns of various rulers, and the rise of Antiochus Epiphanes. Gregg also delves i

More Series by Steve Gregg

View All Series by Steve Gregg