Standing in the Chaos of History

Jun 28, 2026 • Mark South

Daniel 7 gives God's people a vision for standing firm in the chaos of history. As Daniel sees four beastly kingdoms rising from the sea, the sermon traces how Scripture uses the waters as an image of disorder, judgment, and fear, while showing that man-made kingdoms are only temporary attempts at "micro heaven." In contrast, the saints receive an everlasting kingdom from the Most High, one finally given to the Son of Man, Jesus Christ. Even though evil speaks lies against God, wears out the saints, and tries to redefine reality, its power is limited by the Ancient of Days. The call is to stop building false heavens, hold fast to Christ, serve and obey him today, and hide the promise of his forever kingdom in our hearts.

00:00 Scripture Reading - Daniel 7

06:20 Prayer for the Word

07:18 Introduction

09:13 Reading Daniel 7 Without Speculation

10:00 Lamenting Chaos in the World

13:50 Standing When the Ground Shakes

15:00 Daniel's Vision of the Four Beasts

18:34 How Do You Stand in the Chaos of History?

20:14 Kingdoms Rising from Chaos

24:21 Man-Made Kingdoms and Micro Heavens

27:18 Receiving the Kingdom of God

31:40 Beastly Powers Are Real