Episode 705: BS: The Exiled Prophet Part 14 - Awake to Everlasting Life (Daniel 12)

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In the final chapter of Daniel, the prophet is shown that those who are wise and faithful will one day awake to everlasting life. This teaching explores Daniel 12 through history—not speculation—and reveals how God’s justice will prevail, even beyond the grave. Daniel’s life ends with a promise: resurrection and reward for enduring faithfulness.
Daniel chapter 12 closes the prophet’s visions with one of the most profound promises in Scripture: resurrection to everlasting life for the righteous. In this episode, we avoid speculative eschatology and focus on what history confirms and the moral truths we can apply. We examine how Michael the archangel arose to defend God’s people, how the Maccabees fulfilled their role as the “shining ones” who turned many to righteousness, and how the resurrection remains a future hope for the faithful. From Hebrew wordplay to prophetic patterns, this teaching shows how Daniel’s vision offers timeless encouragement for those who endure suffering in hope of the coming kingdom.
Spiritual Takeaway - Daniel 12 reminds us that faithfulness in exile is not in vain. The righteous will shine like stars and be raised to everlasting life. Stand firm—resurrection is coming.