David Clayton - The Hidden Subject

The speaker expresses gratitude for being present and explains that the talk will continue from a theme in the Book of Daniel, focusing on a 'secret' locked until the end times. He emphasizes the importance of understanding biblical messages critically and refers to Daniel 12:8-10 where Daniel is told the words are sealed till the end time.

He discusses how God's timing in revelations and events, like the exodus of Israel and the coming of the Messiah, is pivotal and unstoppable. The message in Daniel is similar – meant for a specific time to create an awakening. He draws parallels between two angels in Daniel 12 and Revelation 10, suggesting they represent a deep mystery to be understood at the right time.

The theme is about the gospel of the Kingdom being a critical part of the hidden message. There's a suggestion that the hidden message in Daniel links to the everlasting gospel of the Kingdom, a continuity from the apostolic times. The speaker points out that the Reformation restored only a partial view of the gospel, focusing on man's salvation rather than the broader kingdom perspective.

The gospel, he argues, is more about understanding and serving a greater purpose beyond personal salvation – vindicating God’s government against Satan’s accusations. There's a personal testimony about the assurance of salvation received through understanding God’s character and the role of humanity in demonstrating God’s kingdom on earth.

The importance of assessing and measuring the Church, the temple of God, is highlighted as part of a message to be prophesied in the end times. The speaker connects Revelation 11's symbolic measuring with a need to understand the church's role in God's end-time plan, also hinting at an impending judgment linked to the message in Daniel.

A judgment scene in Daniel 7 is discussed, where the beast is destroyed, and the kingdom of Christ is established through judgment. The speaker relates this to two consequences in the judgment: the downfall of evil entities and the establishment of God's everlasting kingdom, implying a system of governance evaluated and approved.

The broader issue involves Satan's attack on God’s character and government, starting before humanity's fall. The salvation story relates to a larger cosmic controversy involving propaganda wars led by Satan. God's character must be vindicated through unbiased truth-revealing judgments, countering Satan's misinformation campaign.

He explains that God’s method of answering Satan involves first revealing His true character through Jesus and securing humanity’s role in the divine plan. The speaker stresses that the good news is not just personal salvation but participating in vindicating God's character and kingdom.

The parallels between events 2,000 years ago and now include a prophetic messenger, the kingdom's message, and a judgment process necessary before establishing God's kingdom. Jesus' ministry and sacrifice were preceded by judgments of character and purpose, demonstrating God’s truth and sovereignty.

Drawing parallels to current times, the end-time 'Elijah' represents a movement or group preparing for God's kingdom by emphasizing the gospel of the kingdom and judgment. Believers are called to witness God's character through their lives, proving God’s government’s efficacy and divine wisdom.

The speaker ties the understanding of God’s character and judgment to being pivotal in recognizing God's rightful rule. He criticizes legalistic interpretations and stresses the relational aspect of faith with God over mere compliance. The judgment is about proving God’s model effective and superior.