How does Daniel 7:26 illustrate God's ultimate authority over earthly kingdoms? Setting the Scene - Daniel’s night vision (Daniel 7) unfolds four beasts representing successive earthly empires. - A “little horn” arises—an arrogant, blasphemous ruler who persecutes the saints. - In the midst of this turmoil, Daniel is shown a heavenly court where God Himself presides. Daniel 7:26 “But the court will convene, and his dominion will be taken away and completely destroyed forever.” God’s Authority on Display - The court convenes at God’s initiative • No earthly monarch summons this session; heaven’s throne directs the timing. - Dominion is taken away • God does not negotiate with the rebel ruler—He simply removes power. - Completely destroyed forever • The judgment is final, irreversible, and total. • Earthly kingdoms may appear unstoppable, yet God ends them in a single decree. Echoes in the Rest of Scripture - Daniel 2:44 — “the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed.” - Psalm 103:19 — “The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all.” - Isaiah 40:23-24 — He “brings the princes to nothing.” - Romans 13:1 — “there is no authority except from God.” - Revelation 11:15 — “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ.” Living in Light of His Rule - Confidence: World events never outrun God’s control; He decides when dominions fall. - Humility: Success, influence, or office are gifts on loan from the true King. - Steadfastness: Persecution is temporary; final judgment belongs to the Ancient of Days. - Hope: The same God who ends wicked rule is establishing an everlasting kingdom in Christ. |
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