Leading to Jesus - 2025_12_14
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class explored the biblical significance of the title 'Son of Man' as revealed in Daniel 7, emphasizing its connection to Jesus' identity and authority. The teacher highlighted Daniel’s vision of four beasts representing successive world empires—Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome—culminating in a terrifying beast with ten horns, symbolizing the oppressive power of Rome. This vision culminated in the judgment of God, depicted through the 'Ancient of Days' seated on a fiery throne, with thousands of angels witnessing the destruction of evil. The teacher explained that the term 'Son of Man,' though seemingly humble, was a profound declaration of Jesus’ divine authority, a title rooted in Daniel’s prophecy. Central to the discussion was the contrast between the worldly powers represented by the beasts and the eternal, sovereign rule of God, with Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of Daniel’s vision. The class emphasized that understanding Daniel 7 helps believers recognize Jesus as both the suffering servant and the triumphant King, bridging the Old and New Testaments in a profound way.