One Story | October 11, 2026
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Daniel 7
9 "As I looked, thrones were placed, and the Ancient of Days took his seat; his clothing was white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames; its wheels were burning fire. 10 A stream of fire issued and came out from before him; a thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him; the court sat in judgment, and the books were opened. 11 "I looked then because of the sound of the great words that the horn was speaking. And as I looked, the beast was killed, and its body destroyed and given over to be burned with fire. 12 As for the rest of the beasts, their dominion was taken away, but their lives were prolonged for a season and a time. 13 "I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man, and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him. 14 And to him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him; his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom one that shall not be destroyed. 15 "As for me, Daniel, my spirit within me was anxious, and the visions of my head alarmed me. 16 I approached one of those who stood there and asked him the truth concerning all this. So he told me and made known to me the interpretation of the things. 17 'These four great beasts are four kings who shall arise out of the earth. 18 But the saints of the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever, forever and ever.'
Talk Sheet Question
KQ: What do you notice about the Ancient of Days and his description?
In the vision, what happens to the son of man? What stands out to you about the vision or interpretation given to Daniel?
Why might Daniel have an anxious spirit in light of these visions (Verse 15)? How do you think you would respond to a vision like this?
What do we know about the character or authority of the Ancient of Days or the Son of Man based on these visions?
What leaders, circumstances, or institutions do you assume have final say over your life? How does this vision challenge your fears or misplaced hopes?
Read Mark 14:61-62. How does Jesus’ answer help you understand who he is and his authority?
(KQ is a Kid Question that could be used to invite children into discussion, but also works well for adults)
Prayer
Pray that, in all circumstances, we would be hopeful in the fact that Jesus has been given all dominion and that his kingdom will never be destroyed.