Gerald Stover

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ID 54483Dec 31, 1986

The "Beast of Daniel 02" sermon identifies a future global dictator and religious figure, drawing parallels between Daniel chapters 7, 8, and Revelation 13. The sermon posits that this "beast" will emerge from the territory of the ancient Greek Empire, specifically its northeastern regions, rather than Rome, and will be a devil-possessed individual who persecutes believers and demands worship. It explains the seven heads of the beast as representing seven historical Gentile kingdoms, with Rome being the one in power during John's time, and the ten horns symbolizing ten future sovereign states. The sermon concludes by emphasizing the deceptive nature of this "beast" and his false prophet, who will perform miracles and lead people into devil worship, ultimately setting the stage for Christ's return.

ID 53931Feb 10, 1983

The birth of foreign missions is traced through the Book of Acts, beginning with the preparation and witness in Jerusalem, then expanding to Samaria, and finally reaching the Gentile regions beyond. The sermon highlights the transition from Jewish-only evangelism to including Gentiles, exemplified by the church in Antioch where diverse individuals like Barnabas and the formerly enslaved Simeon ministered. It emphasizes that the expansion of the gospel, particularly foreign missions, is initiated and empowered by the Holy Spirit through prayer and fasting, as seen in the separation of Barnabas and Saul for their work. The message concludes by underscoring the ongoing need for prayer, faithfulness, and support for missions as God's program to reach the world.

ID 52288Dec 30, 1986

Identifies the "beast" of Daniel chapter seven as a future dictator arising from a revived Roman Empire, which will consist of ten states. This figure, distinct from the Antichrist, is a political ruler who will emerge from one of these ten states, subduing three of them and persecuting God's people. The sermon further connects this to Daniel chapter eight, explaining that the "little horn" in that passage, Antiochus Epiphanes, serves as a historical type for this future dictator, who will emerge from the northern division of the ancient Greek Empire, specifically the region of modern-day Iran and Iraq. Ultimately, this dictator will be broken by the Lord Jesus Christ at His second coming.