This is the seventh part of a multi-sermon series intended to cover the Book of Daniel. This sermon covers each and every verse from chapter 11 verse 32 through verse 38. This sermon focuses on prophetic items related to the Philadelphian Christian remnant being persecuted, while also being a witness. Dr. Thiel explains how Christians can learn more so that God may use them to "instruct many" as is prophesied in Daniel 11:33. He also mentions how they can be used by God to give a witness that helps with the fulfillment of Matthew 24:14. that unless others make major prophetic changes, they will not know when the Great Tribulation will begin until it is too late for most to flee for protection. He points out with scriptures, as well as quotes from other Church of God writers, why various persecuting and witness scriptures are pointing to the end time Philadelphians. Dr. Thiel also cites Greco-Roman Catholic prophecies against Sabbath-keepers and those that point to the burning of 'Judea-Christians.' The relevance of church government, literature, and allowing God to work with His people --and His oracles are discussed. He discuss the scriptural timing in Daniel 11 regarding when the faithful will flee. Dr. Thiel quotes passages from 2 Thessalonians 2, Daniel 11, and Revelation 13 to prove that the 'man of sin' is the King of the North, and not the 'false prophet' two-horned beast, despite other COGs not accepting that. After quoting Daniel 11:38, Dr. Thiel brings out historical information about the impact of Emperor Constantine pushing the Greco-Roman Catholics to become militaristic, and cites followers of Martin Luther who later condemned the faithful for not engaging in military warfare. He asserts that Philadelphian Christians will be a witness related to the kingdom of God, a witness when instructing many, a witness when being persecuted, a witness when fleeing, a witness by not being militaristic, and a witness by being in the place of protection in the wilderness (Revelation 12:14-16).
A written article of related interest is available titled 'Commentary on the Book of Daniel' URL: Book of Daniel
Book of Daniel Sermon series:
Daniel 1-3: Nebuchadnezzar's Dream
Daniel 4-5: The Handwriting on the Wall
Daniel 6-8: Four Beasts and the King of the North
Daniel 9: 70 Years & 70 Weeks Prophecies
Daniel 10-11:32: Prophecies Fulfilled in History
Daniel 11:24-31: Events to Watch For
Daniel 11:32-38: Philadelphian Persecution and Witness
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