Sunday Sermon | Daniel: A Tale of Two Kingdoms | Battle Preparation

Daniel 10 offers a remarkable glimpse into the unseen spiritual realm operating behind human history, revealing that believers are engaged in warfare whether we recognize it or not.

• Daniel mourns and fasts for three weeks after receiving a troubling vision
• Our hearts should break for the things that break God's heart
• We must remain unhindered by earthly pleasures and comforts
• Being overwhelmed by God's glory helps put our anxieties in perspective
• Daniel is reminded he is "greatly loved" - a truth we can claim through Christ
• God chooses to work in response to the prayers of His people
• Spiritual forces of evil can delay but never stop God's ultimate plans
• Victory is certain for believers because Christ has already won
• God patiently continues His sanctification work in us despite our weaknesses
• Six characteristics prepare us for spiritual battle: brokenness for what breaks God's heart, freedom from earthly pleasures, being overwhelmed by God's glory, abiding in Christ, confidence in victory, and strength through sanctification

We invite you to examine your life in light of Daniel's example and apply these six characteristics to whatever spiritual battles you're facing today.