Peter Englert

Understanding the Book of Daniel

Religion EN ↓ 6 episodes

Understanding the Book of Daniel is a thought-provoking podcast that explores one of the Bible’s most mysterious and powerful books. Each episode dives deep into the historical context, prophetic visions, and spiritual lessons found in Daniel—revealing how its timeless truths speak directly to the challenges we face in the modern world. Whether you're navigating uncertainty, seeking courage in the face of adversity, or looking for spiritual insight in a chaotic age, this podcast connects ancient wisdom to contemporary life. Join us as we uncover how Daniel’s faith, resilience, and revelations...

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Peter Englert

Episodes

How do I apply Daniel to everyday life? - Paul Kim 19.11.2025 34:24

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Understanding Daniel Podcast , where we unpack the ancient book of Daniel and discover how its timeless truths speak to our lives today. Your host, Peter Englert of Browncroft Community Church, sits down with author and speaker Paul Kim, author of the new Gospel‑Centered Life in the Bible study on Daniel . Together they explore why this “mysterious” portion o...

The Book of Daniel as Literature: A Discussion with the Guys at Forefront 12.11.2025 1:04:00

Daniel 9 - Ron Pierce 05.11.2025 44:12

In this episode of “Understanding the Book of Daniel,” host Peter Englert invites scholar Ron Pierce to delve into the pivotal chapter of Daniel 9. Together, they explore the significance of Daniel's prayer and the themes of confession, mercy, and intercession as Daniel pleads for his people. Ron emphasizes the unique priestly role Daniel takes in this chapter, contrasting it with his prophetic id...

How does Daniel give us hope for the end of the world? - Ron Pierce 08.10.2025 45:04

Host Peter Englert, co‑host Rich Christman, and guest Ron Pierce (Biola professor emeritus) explore why Daniel’s stories— from the lion’s den to the apocalyptic visions of chapters 7‑12—still speak to today’s crises. From Sunday school to scholarship: Ron shares how he moved from childhood tales to uncovering Daniel’s Aramaic/Hebrew structure and its prophetic timeline. Systematic vs. biblical...

How do we understand narrative in Daniel? - Wendy Widder 24.09.2025 38:20

In this enlightening episode of “Understanding the Book of Daniel,” Peter Englert engages in a captivating discussion with Wendy Witter, an esteemed scholar and author of two commentaries on Daniel. Wendy shares her journey from a reluctant student of Daniel to a passionate advocate for its profound teachings. The conversation delves into the intricacies of narrative in the Book of Daniel, emphasi...

Why does Daniel matter to the overall story of Scripture? / Tremper Longman 09.09.2025 33:37

In the debut episode of “Understanding Daniel,” Peter, the Adult Ministries Director of Browncroft Community Church, welcomes renowned Old Testament scholar Dr. Tremper Longman. The conversation outlines Daniel’s historical setting from the Babylonian exile to the Persian period, explaining how its six court‑court stories and four apocalyptic visions address a people living under foreign oppressio...