How does understanding Daniel 12:7 impact our daily trust in God's plan? Text in focus “ And the man clothed in linen, who was above the waters of the river, raised his right hand and his left hand toward heaven, and I heard him swear by Him who lives forever, saying, ‘It will be for a time, times, and half a time. When the power of the holy people has been shattered, all these things will be completed.’ ” (Daniel 12:7) Unpacking the prophecy • A precise, God-determined period—“a time, times, and half a time” (three-and-a-half years) • Sworn by “Him who lives forever,” underscoring God’s absolute authority and eternal perspective • Final shattering of the holy people’s power precedes completion, revealing purposeful limitation and planned resolution Assurance in God’s timing • Isaiah 46:9-10—God declares the end from the beginning; every moment of history sits on His calendar • 2 Peter 3:8-9—Divine patience never equals indifference; His schedule mingles justice with mercy • Numbers 23:19—“God is not a man, that He should lie,” so every prophetic detail stands firm Strength to persevere when power feels shattered • Jesus promised tribulation yet ultimate victory (John 16:33) • Daniel’s vision shows even crushing moments measured by the Lord, never random or endless • Hebrews 10:23—“He who promised is faithful,” a rallying cry when circumstances strip human strength Confidence in completed purposes • Daniel 12:7 ends with “all these things will be completed”—God leaves nothing unfinished • Romans 8:28 assures that He weaves every thread for good to those who love Him • Revelation 11:15 echoes the culmination: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord,” proving Daniel’s timeline leads to consummation Walking out this trust today • Start each day remembering God’s fixed timetable; delays are appointments, not accidents • View personal weaknesses as reminders that God’s power reaches perfection when ours is “shattered” (2 Corinthians 12:9) • Anchor hope in the certainty of completion—speak Philippians 1:6 over daily tasks: “He who began a good work… will perfect it” • Encourage others with prophetic certainty rather than speculative fear, pointing to the steadfast character of “Him who lives forever” |
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