Outline
Introduction
Review
Lesson
I. The Closing of Revelation (v. 4)
A. For Preservation (v. 4a)
B. For Future Study (v. 4b)
II. The Chronology of the Great Tribulation (vv. 5-7)
A. The Question (vv. 5-6)
B. The Answer (v. 7)
III. The Confusion of Daniel (vv. 8-9)
A. Daniel’s Inquiry (v. 
B. The Lord’s Reply (v. 9)
IV. The Cleansing of Israel (vv. 10-12)
A. The Salvation of the Jewish Remnant (v. 10a)
B. The Plight of the Wicked (v. 10b)
C. The Establishment of the Kingdom (vv. 11-12)
1. Through divine judgment (v. 11)
2. Through preliminary preparation (v. 12)
V. The Commending of Daniel (v. 13)
A. His Responsibility (v. 13a)
B. His Resurrection (v. 13b)
C. His Reward (v. 13c)
Conclusion
Introduction
In the last part of chapter 12 the Lord reveals the answers to some questions asked by Daniel and two angels. Daniel and the angels wanted to know the details of what will be coming to pass. Even after all the information revealed in the book, there was still much unknown about end time events. The revelation they received so far peaked their interest to seek more answers. So in this closing section the Lord clarifies some final features about the end times. Yet some things about the future still remain a mystery. But let’s look at what’s been revealed to us.
Review
During the Great Tribulation the Antichrist will severely oppress the nation of Israel (Dan. 12:1). But in the midst of such persecution Israel will have the hope of the resurrection. At the end of the tribulation will be the bodily resurrection of the righteous, and at the end of the millennium that of the unrighteous. Some will be resurrected to eternal life, but others to eternal death (12:2).
Israel will also have the hope of redemption, as God saves a remnant of the people in the midst of purging the nation. God’s people will radiate His glory and influence many to trust Christ (12:3).
“This article originally appeared here at Bible Bulletin Board.”
