My hope is in you.". 25+Bible Verses About The Hope Of Heaven - KJV There are a lot of people in the world that are unaware of what occurs after death. 115 For the Old Testament teaching on the time of the Great Tribulation, see Deuteronomy 4:30; Jeremiah 30:4-8; Daniel 9:27; 11:40-45; Zechariah 13:7-9. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Resurrection is the means by which men pass from time to eternity. They needed to believe Gods promise of salvation which was revealed to them in the Old Testament Scriptures, just as every Old Testament saint was saved by faith (see Hebrews 11). So last week the writer helps us hold fast our hope by telling us that it is based on two unchangeable things: Gods promise and Gods oath to bless us forever. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. Before we can be used of God, we must cease to trust in our own strength and wisdom, and turn to Him in our weakness for the strength He provides (Romans 12:1-8; 2 Corinthians 3:1-8; 4:7-15). The resurrection of the dead is the truth which God withheld in Daniel until the final chapter. In the second half of this same verse, we are told that the time of Israels great tribulation begins. ", "who is in heaven?" Believe in God; believe also in me. Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, holding in his hand the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. Daniel did not ask the question. So he wants us to experientially lay hold of it. 13 But as for you, go your way to the end; then you will enter into rest and rise again for your allotted portion at the end of the age.. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. All who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. We are not left to our own weak hands to hold on. Verse 20 fills it out. After a significant delay, the pastor resumed the funeral service, or so he thought. Once again, the coming of the kingdom of God will take place only after the rise and success of a wicked but powerful king who opposes God and His saints and defiles the holy place. And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments. Long for it the way you long for the coming of the dawn after a long, dark, scary night. They are words which also bring joy to the heart of the believer of any age and terror into the hearts of the wicked. Three-and-a-half years is the measure of Israels stubborn unbelief. If our holding fast was obtained and irrevocably secured by the blood of Jesus, then why does God tell us to hold fast? Verses 1-4 of chapter 12 are generally considered part of the paragraph beginning at Daniel 11:40. So what we have seen is that God is not inconsistent. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. Now here is the burning question for me. Therefore it says, When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men. (In saying, He ascended, what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower regions, the earth? He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee. Then the Lord God formed the man of dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living creature. But as it is, they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. He raised both hands and swore by the eternal Father117 who lives forever that the end of these wonders would come after a time, times, and half a time. Proud member Paul reminded his Corinthian readers that God saved the weak, not the strong, for His own glory (1 Corinthians 1:18-31). "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. Psalm 16:9 "Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices; my flesh also will rest in hope." This is what verse 20 means when it says that Jesus has become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. So our anchor our promised future is sure; it is steadfast; and it is the finished and purchased work of Jesus our High Priest. In the first half of verse 1, we are told that Michael arises. Simon Peter said to him, Lord, where are you going? Jesus answered him, Where I am going you cannot follow me now, but you will follow afterward., God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.. Y Just as he was beginning the service, a woman called out for help. Daniel, distressed, mourning, and praying for insight finds the answer to all of his petitions in this final revelation. Would that give you the sense of security and confidence and hope and firmness that last weeks text and this text seem to be about? Those who are wicked will not understand what God is doing, and they will persist in their sin, awaiting the day of their judgment (compare 2 Thessalonians 2:8-12; Revelation 22:11). It is firm in heaven, and it is firm in us. For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 36 Just as it is written, FOR THY SAKE WE ARE BEING PUT TO DEATH ALL DAY LONG; WE WERE CONSIDERED AS SHEEP TO BE SLAUGHTERED. 37 But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. O Sheol, where is your sting? But our citizenship is in heaven. What is the relationship between Michael and the time of distress referred to in verse 1? This is the first resurrection. OpenBible.info Recall Hebrews 3:14 where the writer says, We have become partakers of Christ, if we hold fast the beginning of our assurance firm until the end. Not: we will become partakers of Christ, if we hold fast. But: we have become partakers of Christ if we hold fast. The final revelation of Daniel 10-12 gave Daniel more details and a greater, though far from complete, grasp of what it all meant. Ecclesiastes 3:1 planning life The Cross And Our Response to Trials (1 Peter 4:12-19), 8. Now, this week the writer keeps on fighting for our encouragement and our laying hold on the good future God has promised and sworn. Are you not of more value than they? And he seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and threw him into the pit, and shut it and sealed it over him, so that he might not deceive the nations any longer, until the thousand years were ended. But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, having put on the breastplate of faith and love, and for a helmet the hope of salvation. Prophecy is the declaration of Gods purposes and promises. While the last days would be characterized by a rapid increase in knowledge, this will not turn men toward God. Robert L. (Bob)Deffinbaugh graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary with his Th.M. Then I saw another mighty angel coming down from heaven, wrapped in a cloud, with a rainbow over his head, and his face was like the sun, and his legs like pillars of fire. The rest of the dead did not come to life until the thousand years were ended. It was to keep you from being blown by the wind or swept by the tide into destruction out to sea or on the rocks. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. For the sinner, the doctrine of the resurrection is the basis for fear and for repentance. Resurrection is the means by which men pass from time to eternity. For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here; see my hands. John Piper is founder and teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. Funerals must deal with the ugly reality of death and the reminder that each of us must come to terms with it. ("I hope to go to heaven.") A future objective reality that you hope for. Psalm 33:18 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 113 The first attack of the king of the North against the king of the South is recorded in verses 25-28. Was it not with those who sinned, whose bodies fell in the wilderness? Now war arose in heaven, Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon. And with whom was he provoked for forty years? Three-and-a-half years is not the measure of Gods severity, but the measure of Israels sin and of Gods patience. To the one who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone that no one knows except the one who receives it., But when the archangel Michael, contending with the devil, was disputing about the body of Moses, he did not presume to pronounce a blasphemous judgment, but said, The Lord rebuke you.. The prophecy of the Book of Daniel proves to be of great value to those living in the last times, for it gives insight into the events taking place around them. And I tell you, make friends for yourselves by means of unrighteous wealth, so that when it fails they may receive you into the eternal dwellings. What was the point of an anchor in those days? Do you believe this? (John 11:25-26). Daniel was instructed to conceal the words revealed to him and to seal up the book until the end time. I understand the angel to mean that this final vision has completed the revelation of the Book of Daniel; now that the book is complete, it is to be sealed. For further research, read "Heaven: What is it Like and Where is it?". And he has gone as a high priest. And he called him and said to him, What is this that I hear about you? Labs The answer to this question has much to suggest concerning your relationship with Jesus Christ. For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Great amounts of money and effort are spent to conceal the ugly face of death. Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. No one comes to the Father except through me. 18. 8 For though I caused you sorrow by my letter, I do not regret it; though I did regret itfor I see that letter caused you sorrow, though only for a while9 I now rejoice, not that you were made sorrowful, but that you were made sorrowful to the point of repentance; for you were made sorrowful according to the will of God, in order that you might not suffer loss in anything through us. 3 And those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever. Verses 5-7, a final vision of two angels and of the glorified Lord, raises and answers the question, How long will these wonders be? Verses 8-13, the final paragraph, explore the outcome of the events. It is clear from verses one through three that our Lord Jesus is God. But the deliverance of the Israelites came through suffering. Consider Christians like yourselves who have laid hold on hope in Christ. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. The question Daniel asked inquired as to the outcome of all these amazing and perplexing events (which he calls wonders). What he bought was not the end of exhortation, but the triumph of exhortation. Better things belong to salvation, including the holding on. Trust in it. Let no one disqualify you, insisting on asceticism and worship of angels, going on in detail about visions, puffed up without reason by his sensuous mind. Blog, A 16 But as it is, they desire a better country, that is a heavenly one. 118 There are several specific, but different, time indicators in the Book of Daniel. And as they still went on and talked, behold, chariots of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them. While Daniel would surely be concerned with the length of time his people would suffer in the Great Tribulation, the emphasis of this paragraph does not seem to fall on the length of Israels suffering but on its purpose. Those will be truly blessed118 who persevere throughout these 1,290 difficult days, from the time the regular sacrifice is stopped until the abomination of desolation, and then the 45 additional days (1,290 + 45 = 1,335) until the evil horn is destroyed and the kingdom of God comes). Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation? Someone in the congregation had collapsed from a heart attack and was lying on the floor. He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. He did not need to change as death drew near, for he had lived all of his life in the light of eternity and of his glorious hope in the God of Israel. It is heaven and the blessing promised in verse 14 and the sum of all the good that God has sworn to be for us in Jesus. Colossians 1:5 Verse Concepts because of the hope laid up for you in heaven, of which you previously heard in the word of truth, the gospel Psalm 42:5 Verse Concepts Why are you in despair, O my soul? Bible Verses about Heaven on Earth After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. But our citizenship is in heaven. The events of history from Daniels day down to the day of the Lord are described in chapter 11 in terms of the on-going struggle of two world powers: the king of the North and the king of the South. The final king of the North is introduced in Daniel 11:21 and is the central figure in the remainder of chapter 11. The answer was given by the One whom Daniel saw in the vision of 10:5-6our Lord Himself. Titus 2:13. 1 Corinthians 13:13 faith love. As a result of the vision and revelation of chapters 10-12, Daniel understood all he needed to know about the future. It is not created by perseverance. In other words, holding fast to the rope anchored in heaven is an effect and proof of belonging to Christ, not a cause of it. Amen. 18 In hope against hope he believed, in order that he might become a father of many nations, according to that which had been spoken, SO SHALL YOUR DESCENDANTS BE. 19 And without becoming weak in faith he contemplated his own body, now as good as dead since he was about a hundred years old, and the deadness of Sarahs womb; 20 yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waiver in unbelief, but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, 21 and being fully assured that what He had promised, He was able also to perform. After that he must be released for a little while. What Does It Mean That "Your Life Is Hidden with Christ"? Romans 15:13 - Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. In Daniel 12:7 we are again told that it will be a time, times, and half a time until the end of these wonders. In Daniel 12:11, we read that there will be 1,290 days from the time the regular sacrifice is stopped until the abomination of desolation, and in Daniel 12:12 it is 1335 days (45 additional days) until the time of blessing for the saints who endure. on 04/20/2021. The hope of the Old Testament saint required the resurrection of the dead. The final words spoken to Daniel are words of comfort, words intended to turn the sorrow of verses 2 and 3 of chapter 10 into joy. God has chosen to bring about the salvation of his chosen ones by means of suffering. Early in the Book of Daniel the subject of the promised kingdom of God is introduced. Meditate from the Bible on how sure your hope is in the presence of God. He further spoke of the way God allowed Satan to afflict him, so that he would be weakened and depend upon Gods strength rather than his own: 5 For even when we came into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were afflicted on every side: conflicts without, fears within. Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Those who are righteous will be purged and purified by their suffering, prepared for the coming of the King and His kingdom (compare 1 Peter 1:6-7). His death would be the entrance into his rest. His hope was that he would rise from the grave to receive the blessings which God had promised. This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope [literally: omit a hope and refer sure and steadfast to the anchor] both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, where Jesus has entered as a forerunner for us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. Knowledge is the assimilation of facts and information, but without the ability to see beyond that which is material, physical, and temporal to that which is spiritual and eternal. W This resurrection of the righteous and the wicked is very plainly prophesied in verse 2 of our text. Philippians 3:20. A number of other biblical texts speak to this matter. Bible Verses on Hope Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. 6 But God, who comforts the depressed, comforted us by the coming of Titus; 7 and not only by his coming, but also by the comfort with which he was comforted in you, as he reported to us your longing, your mourning, your zeal for me; so that I rejoiced even more. The Jews protested that Moses had only made matters worse. Then the people of God will be rescued. Were on a mission to change that. Why the emphasis of these three verses? In chapter 10, we were told that Daniel understood the message and had an understanding of the vision (verse 1). 9 His grave was assigned to be with wicked men, Yet with a rich man in His death; Although He had done no violence, Nor was there any deceit in His mouth. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.. In His grace, God brings the nation Israel into the most terrible time of their national existence to press them beyond the limits of their power, wisdom, and strength and to turn them to Himself for salvation. This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, where Jesus has entered as a forerunner for us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. 22 By faith Joseph, when he was dying, made mention of the exodus of the sons of Israel, and gave orders concerning his bones (Hebrews 11:13-22). Those without hope of eternal life try to avoid the reality of death. T We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. The prophets struggled with their own writings which spoke of the suffering and death of Messiah (see 1 Peter 1:10-12). reliability acknowledging promises. Not in the order of Aaron and Levi who (1) had to offer sacrifices for themselves and for the people (Hebrews 5:3; 7:27), and (2) who died and had to be replaced year by year (Hebrews 7:23), and (3) who offered the blood of bulls and goats which could never take away sins (Hebrews 10:4). And this is what we are to lay hold of. In Daniel 7:25 we are told that they (apparently the Jewish saints) will be given into the hand of the antichrist for a time, times, and half a time. In Daniel 8:14 we learn that there will be 2,300 evenings and mornings from the time the regular sacrifice is stopped until the time when the holy place is restored. They are, in fact, enslaved by the fear of death (see Hebrews 2:15). Let not your hearts be troubled. looking for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus, Psalm 119:116. This is consistent with the teaching of 2 Thessalonians 2:11-13 and Revelation 22:11. This statement is then given the additional clarification, everyone who is found written in the book. There are some who take this to mean that the tribula- tion affects only the Jews and that only believing Jews will be rescued. And I saw, coming out of the mouth of the dragon and out of the mouth of the beast and out of the mouth of the false prophet, three unclean spirits like frogs. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. J It is answered, as I understand it, by our glorified Lord who is described in Daniel 10:5-6. Also I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for the testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or their hands. We must hold fast. The revelation Daniel has been given will do so for those who have insight. Any hope for Israel and for the saints must be a hope which extends beyond the grave. Persevering in hope and laying hold on our inheritance and banking on it and being satisfied in it and living by the power of it belongs to (literally: is had by) salvation. 18 Even by saying these things, they scarcely persuaded the crowds not to offer sacrifice to them. This is evidence of the righteous judgment of God, that you may be considered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are also suffering Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. 3 I did not eat any tasty food, nor did meat or wine enter my mouth, nor did I use any ointment at all, until the entire three weeks were completed (Daniel 10:2-3). This was promised in the Old Testament and declared to be fulfilled in the New: 7 He was oppressed and He was afflicted, Yet He did not open His mouth; Like a lamb that is led to slaughter, And like a sheep that is silent before its shearers, So He did not open His mouth. (3) Compare Daniel 12:2 with Hebrews 11:13-16, 39-40. Bible verses about Heavenly Hope. So the writers point is that what we are hoping for is absolutely sure. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. What the writer shows there is that when Jesus purchased our salvation by his blood of the eternal covenant the new covenant (Luke 22:20; Jeremiah 31:33; 32:40; Ezekiel 11:19; 36:27; Deuteronomy 30:6) what he obtained for us was not just heaven, but the faith and hope that it takes to get to heaven. In my Father's house are many rooms. Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 25 Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me shall live even if he dies, 26 and everyone who lives and believes in Me shall never die. Romans 5:5 heart Spirit love May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you. As many commentators agree, the chapter division at this point is less than satisfactory, with no real break between the last verse of chapter 11 and the first verse of chapter 12. 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