The Prophets In Historical Context: Daniel Through Malachi

Summary

This sermon provides a historical overview of the Old Testament prophets from Daniel through Malachi, placing their ministries within the context of the rise and fall of major empires such as the Neo-Assyrian, Babylonian, and Persian empires. It highlights key prophetic figures and events, including the fall of Jerusalem, the Babylonian captivity, and the rise of Cyrus the Persian as a fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy. The message emphasizes God's sovereign orchestration of history culminating in the coming of Christ, who fulfills the prophetic promises and inverts worldly power. The sermon also touches on the significance of Persian kings and the infrastructure that later facilitated the spread of the gospel.