Daniel 7:9-10 “9 I kept looking until thrones were set up, and the Ancient of Days took His seat; His vesture was like white snow and the hair of His head like pure wool. His throne was ablaze with flames, its wheels were a burning fire. 10 A river of fire was flowing and coming out from before Him; thousands upon thousands were attending Him, and myriads upon myriads were standing before Him; the court sat, and the books were opened.”

DID YOU SEE THAT?

Have you ever come across a scene that is both terrifying and incredible? I mean, you want to turn away but you just can’t. You have to try to take it all in. Every part of you screams, “Turn away! Stop looking.” But you have to keep staring at the scene.

I imagine Daniel felt like that when he had this vision. Chapters 7-12 of Daniel are the prophecy section of the book. Fortunately for us, God did not leave him hanging. He not only gave him the vision of the end times, but he gave him (and us) the meaning. I just think it is fitting that these chapters begin with the vision of God on His throne. Terrifying but inviting! Astonishing and amazing!

TEACHING MOMENT

On your next road trip or vacation you may have the opportunity to see something amazing. Your kids will probably drop their jaws and scream, “Wow!” Take that opportunity to share this verse. Their imagination can fill in the picture. Explain to them that God sitting on His throne will be magnificent. And we, as believers, will see that one day. We will approach that throne with confidence, not in fear. We will see His glory! We will be bathed in His light.

Kids love to imagine stuff. Some of your children may have the artistic ability to draw or paint. Why not have them draw this scene? Let them put their imagination on paper! Why not? You may even get a glimpse of His glory through your child.