On Sunday, June 23, 2024, Teaching Pastor Bruce Hess’ message is “Renewed Roman Empire (Europe)” from our ForeShadows of the 2nd Coming of Jesus series. Below are some questions for your personal or group reflection.
- Bruce began by stating that biblical prophecy is supernatural intel. That it is literally a backstage pass to coming attractions by the God who orchestrates history. Yet, so many believers remain fairly uninformed about prophecy, especially prophecy related to the 2nd Coming of Jesus. What are some of the reasons for this? Discuss.
- What are the three indicators (so far) in the Foreshadows series? Which one intrigues you the most and why?
- Nebuchadnezzar had been a very ruthless ruler who obviously was skeptical of the so-called “wise guys” and dream interpreters who consulted with him. After Daniel describes in detail both the dream, and also the interpretation, how much of an impact can you imagine that had on Nebuchadnezzar? Elaborate.
- Some are skeptical about Daniel’s dream of the statue in Daniel two since there would be a significant time gap between the Legs of Iron (the ancient Roman Empire) and the Feet of Iron and Clay (the renewed Roman Empire around the time of the return of Jesus). Can you think of any other passages of Scripture where there is a time gap between verses? You might look at Isaiah 61:1-2a (which Jesus read from in Luke 4:17-21). Jesus said he was fulfilling this passage about his First Coming that very day. But he stops short of the rest of verse 2 in Isaiah 61. What Coming does the rest of the verse relate to?
- You might also look at Zechariah 9:9-10. Which coming of Jesus is the focus of verse 9? Verse 10?
- Read out loud Isaiah 41:10. How does this declaration from the Living God bring encouragement when we find ourselves facing suffering, discouragement, grief, and difficulty?
- Spend some time in prayer thanking God for who He is.