Bible Truth with Bryan Swinford

I. "The king made an image of gold." II. The intention of the statue - self deification. III. Some will stop at no expense to exert their own will on others. IV. Man's three attempts at unifying global religions. V. Those who don't comply with the mandate are brought before the king.

I. A prophecy of Christ's salvation to the Jews during the Millennial Kingdom. II. The feet of the poor and needy walk with God. III. The endeavor of the just is to walk uprightly with God. IV. The upright wait on God, desire God, seek God, and remembers God. V. Our desire for God is inward, fervent, and sincere. VI. Prophecy of judgment on those that would not accept Christ but Peace for those wh...

I. The tongue is a fire. II. Man can control the animal kingdom but not his own mouth. III. An out of control mouth is contrary to the character of a mature believer.

"A Statue and a Stone " I. Bring me in before the King - Daniel's confidence in the Word of God. II. The Great Image explained. III. The Messianic Kingdom in view IV. Nebuchadnezzar brings in the "Times of the Gentiles" V. Daniel knows he is in these circumstances to further God's purpose and plan.

I. "Be not many masters" - held to a greater condemnation. II. If we ourselves stumble at many things, let us not cause others to stumble with our words. III. Teachers have great influences in the lives of others. IV. Three things the tongue is compared to.

I. Dwell in the Secret Place of the Most High. II. "I will say of the Lord " III. God is our refuge and fortress. IV. We Trust in God's Truth. V. The resources and benefits of Christ lead us to victory.

I. "In that day" when the Kingdom Age begins with Christ physically on earth reigning in Jerusalem. II. He whose mind is stayed on the Lord is (kept) in (perfect) peace. III. Trust in the Lord - His eternal benefits IV. In Christ is everlasting strength.

I. Wasn't Abraham justified by works? II. Some reason there is no link between faith and works. III. Abraham was given the promise and Covenant before he was asked to offer Isaac. IV. Offering Isaac was Abraham's work of putting faith into action under trial. V. Faith justifies man before God, works justifies man's faith before men.

I. Nebuchadnezzar troubled Israel now God troubles Nebuchadnezzar. II. The King searches for a meaning to his troubling dream in all the wrong places. III. The King's Servants are in a predicament. IV. Daniel was overlooked but was the only one God called to help. V. Cast your care upon the Lord. VI. Daniel and his companions prayed together. VII. God answers their prayers, reveals the dream to Da...

I. God's Faithfulness and Truth II. God Destroys Israel's enemies and protects them. III. Death Swallowed up in Victory, tears wiped away. IV. "This is our God; we have waited for Him."

I. Whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. II. Mercy rejoiceth against judgment. III. Faith if it hath not works is dead being alone.

I. Introduction to Daniel II. Babylon wanted the most promising Jewish young men first. III. Daniel "purposed " in his heart not to defile himself. IV. Daniel had favour. V. God gave Daniel Knowledge, Wisdom, Skill, and Understanding.

I. The Tribulation brings fear, and destruction to earth, none will escape. II. Destruction of Gentile World Powers in view. III. The glory of Christ's Millennial Reign

I. The sin of favoritism. II. Don't judge by outward appearance. III. Don't act out of character to impress others who have no respect for your beliefs. IV. True Christianity is displayed by impartial love towards those in need of Jesus.

I. Introduction of Nebuchadnezzar II. Judah is led to rebel against Babylonian captivity. III. The Chastisement of the Lord is for our good. IV. Babylon destroys the Temple. V. God desires our hearts before He desires our Worship.

I. A vision of the Tribulation on Earth. II. Tribulation is due to the defilement, and transgression of the Jews, they changed the laws, and broke their Covenant. III. The Tribulation affects the whole earth, but is predicted on Judah and Jerusalem. IV. The Jewish Remnant begins singing to God and glorifying Him as Tribulation unfolds around them.

I. What is religion? II. The Importance of self-control with the things we say. III. True Religion shows our love for God by caring for those around us with the greatest need. IV. Separation is a work that shows our love for Christ.

I. "The Lord turned not from the fierceness of his great wrath." II. Even when we repent we often suffer consequences for our sin. III. Our sin may cause other people to suffer. IV. Josiah died an honorable death. V. Man's inability to be perfect under the law is illustrated.

I. Be Swift to Hear - intent to listen II. Be Slow to Speak - choosing words III. Slow to Wrath - self control IV. Receive the Word of God V. Be a Doer of the Word! VI. Look at the reflection of your life in the mirror of God's Word.

I. Josiah didn't sit down on God. II. All Judah and Jerusalem assembled. III. The Word of God read to everyone. IV. The land purged from sin. V. The Temple cleansed from sin. VI. The people keep their Covenant with God.

I. "Howl ye ships of Tarshish" II. Tyre a seaport town is seen prospering III. The wealth of Tyre caused them to err IV. The fall of Tyre predicted V. The 70 year Captivity in view. VI. God uses the spoil of Tyres for His Remnant's advantage in Babylon.

I. The man of low estate exalted II. The things that make one rich in this world will fade. III. We are all tempted, temptation is not from God but our own lusts. IV. Enduring temptation yields rewards. V. All good things come from our Heavenly Father. VI. We are a first fruits of God's Redemption.

I. The ability of God to use youthfulness for accomplishing His purposes. II. The work of reformation in Judah. III. The House of God repaired. IV. The Word of God Recovered. V. God Preserved His Word. VI. Repentance and Revival.

I. God called Judah to weeping and mourning their sin. II. Instead of repentance Judah carried on in gladness - drinking and eating. III. God promises captivity and even death for this iniquity. IV. Eliakim "whom God establishes" foreshadows the kingdom of Christ.

I. The humility of James God's Servant II. Joy in the testing of your faith III. Trying of faith produces patience IV. The desired result of trials is the perfecting of the believer's faith. V. When we need wisdom to understand, let us ask God in faith - do not be double minded.