1. Our great beasts (1-14)

Daniel had a vision of four great beasts that grew increasingly more terrifying. The beasts seemed to be in full control, capable of overcoming all things. Even so, there was God-the Ancient of Days-on his throne. He gave authority to the Son of Man. The beasts were threatening, but the sovereignty of God is forever. His kingdom cannot be destroyed by the powers of worldly kingdoms.

2. The interpretation of these things (15-28)

The beasts represented the kingdoms of this world. There are those who would oppress the children of God and even malign God himself. For a time, God's holy people would be subject to such rulers, but God is the sovereign ruler and the judge of all things, He will rule forever, and his people will worship him in the everlasting kingdom.