The heavenly man concludes that there will be a time of great distress as never has happened before, and God will protect his people. Those whose names are written in the book of life will be delivered. Multitudes will rise from dead: some to eternal life and some to everlasting punishment. Those who are wise and instructed others in righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever. Then, the scroll was closed. Daniel saw two more heavenly men had joined them, and one asked about the time when these events would happen. The heavenly man said that when the power of the holy people has been finally broken, the end will come. Daniel longed to know more. But the heavenly man told him to go his way. The scroll was closed. He remarked that many will be purified and made spotless, and the wicked will continue to be wicked. Blessed is the one who patiently waits and puts their hope in God until the end.

We wonder about the end times, and God gives us here a vision about it to help us live wisely and have hope. We must be patient through all kinds of evil events and put our hope in God’s everlasting kingdom. Then, our hearts will be purified and spotless, and we can shine like the stars forever!
Application: Father, please help me to live wisely and put my hope in your kingdom.
One Word: Be wise and lead many to righteousness