Baptist Expositor

This is one of the most important prophetic passages in the Word of God and has been described as "the backbone of Bible prophecy". It outlines God's 490 year prophetic program for the nation of Israel. The first 483 years have already been fulfilled with breathtaking accuracy and the final 7 years are yet to be fulfilled!

This is one of the most important prophetic passages in the Word of God and has been described as "the backbone of Bible prophecy". It outlines God's 490 year prophetic program for the nation of Israel. The first 483 years have already been fulfilled with breathtaking accuracy and the final 7 years are yet to be fulfilled!

A study of Daniel's mighty prayer of confession for the nation of Israel. Some powerful lessons on the importance humble confession of sin before the Lord.

The vision of Daniel chapter 8 focuses on another "little horn". This "little horn" is not the same as the "little horn" in chapter 7 but it is a foreshadowing of the future "little horn" (Antichrist) who is yet to come.

This chapter is a parallel to chapter 2, giving another overview of what Christ referred to as the "times of the Gentiles" (Luke 21:24) with additional details, particularly in relation to the rise of Antichrist. In our last lesson we were introduced to the vision in the first part of the chapter. Now we will consider the interpretation of this vision under four headings.

Daniel 7 marks the start of the second major section of the Book – Prophetical. In the first half of Daniel (1-6), Daniel interprets the dreams of others. Now he receives his own visions directly from God. This chapter is a parallel to chapter 2, giving another overview of what Christ referred to as the "times of the Gentiles" (Luke 21:24) with additional details, particularly in relation to the rise of Antichrist.

God's power and sovereignty are again manifested in Daniel's miraculous deliverance from the lion's den. In this sermon we will see how that through faith Daniel "stopped the mouths of lions."

Daniel chapter 6 is likely the most famous chapter of the Book as it contains one of the most well-known Bible stories of Daniel and the lion's den. Daniel at this stage had been about 68 years in captivity and would therefore be somewhere in his eighties or nineties. Daniel's walk with God will again come under test in this section but it will merely highlight the depth of his godly character and his unwavering faithfulness to His God. It will provide us a window into the prayer life of this great man of God. It has well been said that no...

Daniel chapter 5 is an important fulfillment of prophecy as it marks the transition from the head of gold to the breast and arms of silver as foretold in Dan. 2 (See Vs. 32). 5. In our last lesson we looked at the ungodly feast of Belshazzar. In this lesson we will study the rest of the chapter as God's judgment on Belshazzar and Babylon unfolds. It sounds a powerful warning concerning the danger of sinning against the light God has given.

This account before us speak of a royal feast that was held by king Belshazzar. It serves as a powerful warning to us of the evils of drink and living for pleasure. God's Word condemns the consumption of intoxicating liquor by its direct statements and also by examples such of these that unmask its evil power.

This chapter of Daniel contains Nebuchadnezzar's salvation testimony which was written in the form of a proclamation to be published with the vast Babylonian Empire of that time. This account reveals God's sovereign dealings with this proud king who eventually was brought to the place of faith and trust in the One True God.

In our last lesson we studied the courageous, uncompromising stand of Daniel's three friends they took against Nebuchadnezzar's idolatrous statue. In this lesson we are faced with the consequences of the stand they took and how God miraculously brought them through the fiery furnace. Some wonderful principles to encourage us as we endure fiery trials in our lives as believers.

This chapter records the courageous, uncompromising stand of Daniel's three friends. In chapter 1 they supported Daniel in his stand against compromise. Now they must stand for themselves without Daniel's leadership." They serve as a powerful example to us of what it means to stand firmly for God in a hostile world.

This chapter contains one of the most significant prophecies in the Bible giving an overview of the times of the Gentiles. It describes four great kingdoms that are associated with Israel and dominate it during this time. Nebuchadnezzar's image gives a panoramic view of what our Lord Jesus Christ described as "the times of the Gentiles" (Luke 21:24).

The circumstances that lead to Nebuchadnezzar's dream being revealed and explained are challenging and instructive. We will find Daniel and his three friends suddenly enveloped in a life-threatening trial that was unforeseen and unprovoked. How did they come through it victoriously? The answer: PRAYER!!! This account serves as a powerful reminder that God answers prayer.

This chapter contains a tremendous challenge concerning living in purity in a wicked and hostile environment. Daniel is a tremendous example of a man who would not compromise on his godly convictions. He did not have a price tag on his Bible-based convictions and would not succumb to "situation ethics". Daniel is an example of the truth of the words of God found in 1 Samuel 2:30 – "…for them that honor me I will honor, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed." In this lesson we will study further details of the stand Daniel took and how he was blessed and...

This chapter introduces us to Daniel and his three godly friends. It contains a tremendous challenge concerning living in purity in a wicked and hostile environment. Daniel is a tremendous example of a man who would not compromise on his godly convictions. Daniel is an example of a man who did not have a price tag on his Bible-based convictions.

Overview and introduction to the Book of Daniel with practical challenges. The Book of Daniel is one of great significant in the area of Bible prophecy. It also contains much inspiration and encouragement for the believer in the area of practical Christian living as we consider the godly example of Daniel, a man living for God in a difficult place.

In this final chapter of Genesis, the deaths and burials of two great heroes of the faith is recorded – Jacob and Joseph. It also contains Joseph's final recorded words. Words of forgiveness to his brothers and words of faith for Israel's future. This chapter contains arguably the most powerful statement by Joseph recorded in the Bible, Genesis 50:20, which has been rightly called the Romans 8:28 verse of the Old Testament.

Death draws near for Jacob in this section of Genesis and he calls his sons to give them a final Patriarchal prophecy and blessing. Jacob first has an audience with Joseph and his two sons (Chap. 48), then he summons all his sons to his deathbed for his final words (Chap. 49). Jacob's words contain both insight into the individual character of each of his sons as well as prophecies concerning their futures.

Death draws near for Jacob in this section of Genesis and he calls his sons to give them a final Patriarchal prophecy and blessing. Jacob first has an audience with Joseph and his two sons (Chap. 48), then he summons all his sons to his deathbed for his final words (Chap. 49).

Jacob's prophecy makes a fascinating study. It contains shrewd insight into the individual character of each of his sons who would form the heads of Israel's twelve tribes as well as prophetic insights for their futures.

This section details Joseph's provision of life-giving bread to the inhabitants of Egypt as the famine continued for approx. another 5 years (See Gen. 45:6). There are some wonderful applications regarding both salvation (Christ is the Bread of Life) and living the Christian life.

This section of Genesis deals with the journey of Jacob and his family to Egypt and his reunion with his beloved son Joseph. The glory years now commence for Joseph. The pain of the past is behind him, he is reconciled with his brothers and reunited with his beloved father Jacob.

In this chapter we reach the climax of the drama that has been unfolding between Joseph and his brothers. Joseph finally reveals his identity in a flood of tears and reconciliation takes place in a most wonderful way.

In these two chapters we reach the climax in the drama between Joseph and his estranged brothers. In chapter 42 we saw the awakening of conscience in Joseph's brothers (See 42:21, 28). In these chapters we see a deepening of the work of conviction in their hearts through the tests Joseph wisely orchestrated.
Before Joseph attempted reconciliation with his brothers, he clearly wanted to see evidence of a change of mind (repentance) in his brothers' lives. Through this account we are reminded that conviction of sin and confession of sin (a spirit of repentance) are necessary pre-requisites for genuine reconciliation not only...

John 3:16 reveals the extraordinary love of God for a sinful world. In this Gospel message, we explore the demonstration of God's love through the sacrifice of His only begotten Son, and the decision concerning God's love that every person must make.
Discover why salvation is a free gift of God's grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ—not earned by good works. Christ came to rescue sinners from eternal condemnation and give everlasting life to whosoever believes in Him.

In this final chapter, we have the Apostle's concluding remarks, instructions and exhortations. This final chapter of the epistle contains some wonderful gems of truth!

In this section, the 7-year famine begins and Joseph's 10 older brothers come to Egypt to buy food. Finally, after over 2 decades of waiting, the time had come for what God had revealed to Joseph through his dreams to be fulfilled. The wheels of Divine justice may turn slowly but they turn surely! In this section we will see God fulfilling His Word, Joseph testing his brothers and God stirring their consciences. In this sermon, we divide the account into five sections for an expository study as we follow Joseph's brothers' journey into Egypt and the key events that take place.

In this chapter, Joseph's time in prison comes to a close and he is launched out into his main life's work. The Divine dreams God had given Joseph those 13 years earlier begin to be fulfilled as he goes from Potiphar's prison to Pharaoh's palace. Joseph discovered that God honors those who honor Him!

In our last message we studied Joseph's courageous stand against the advances of Mrs. Potiphar. Now we will see how suffers wrong for that godly stand. God's hand of Providence is again seen over what transpires as Joseph is further prepared by God for his main life's work.

This chapter records what would arguably be the greatest test of Joseph's life, a temptation that would test the very depth of his walk with God and the moral fabric of his inner life. Even David, under much less difficult conditions, succumbed to moral seduction as a man after God's own heart (Prov. 7:26). In this lesson we want to look at how Joseph came out the other side of this temptation victorious, winning the battle with the strange woman.

The narrative concerning Joseph's life is now abruptly interrupted with this account of Judah and some key events that take place in his life. The chapter almost appears out of place and deals with some pretty sordid sins and yet we know the Holy Spirit includes it right here for a reason. As we study the account, those reasons will become apparent. The account not only serves as a warning against the sins of the flesh, it is also a testament to the triumph of God's grace out of the wreckage of man's sin and depravity.

This section opens up the first major chapter in Joseph's life. Up until this point at the age of 17, he has enjoyed the privileged status as Jacob's favorite son and the princely status of holding firstborn rank in the family over his brothers. He has been given Divine Revelation concerning his future through two dreams. But what is about to unfold looks more like a nightmare in contrast to his previous happy dreams. Joseph was about to have his life catapulted into a searing trial at the hands of his bitter brothers. A trial that appeared from the human standpoint...

The account of Joseph's life falls under the next "generations" division/heading of the Book of Genesis called "the generations of Jacob" (Vs. 2). "The "generations of Jacob" are mainly occupied with the history of Joseph, because through him mainly was the divine purpose carried on. Jacob is now the head of the chosen family, since Isaac's death (Gen. 35:29), and therefore the narrative is continued under that new heading." (Alexander Maclaren)
The theme of Joseph's life is summarised in the phrase "God meant it for good". Joseph's life is a demonstration of the truth of Romans 8:28.
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Summary and overview of the record of Esau's descendants in Genesis 36 with some devotional thoughts along the way.

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This sermon explores four essential principles for spiritual revival: obedience to God's Word, sanctification for His service, biblical order in His work, and surrender to His will.
Discover why God's work must be done God's way, why the Holy Spirit's power is indispensable, and why believers must learn both to move and to wait upon the Lord.
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