World News & Prophecy: Daniel and Revelation

Darris McNeely works at the United Church of God home office in Cincinnati, Ohio. He and his wife, Debbie, have served in the ministry for more than 43 years. They have two sons, who are both married, and four grandchildren. Darris is the Associate Media Producer for the Church. He also is a resident faculty member at the Ambassador Bible Center teaching Acts, Fundamentals of Belief and World News and Prophecy. He enjoys hunting, travel and reading and spending time with his grandchildren.

Course Number
THL 121/THL 122

Welcome to this in-depth study of Bible prophecy in this "World News and Prophecy" class! In this course, we'll dive deep into the books of Daniel and Revelation, exploring their relevance to today’s world events. The title, "World News and Prophecy," draws from a long-standing United Church of God publication focused on balanced, biblically accurate perspectives on prophecy and current events. Together, we’ll analyze major prophecies, historical backgrounds, and themes of faith from Daniel’s life, helping us understand our role as disciples in today's world. Get ready for a transformative journey through scripture and history!

In This Series

Join us as we dive into the prophetic books of Daniel and Revelation in this engaging class. Discover how these ancient prophecies reveal insights...

Explore the historical backdrop of the book of Daniel and discover how a young man’s faith endured in a foreign land under Babylonian rule. This...

Discover how Daniel and his friends stayed true to their faith while navigating life in Babylon, where even their names and diets were changed to fit...

Dive into the mystery of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream and discover how Daniel's divine insight unveils a prophetic timeline of empires that echoes...

Discover the prophetic mystery behind King Nebuchadnezzar's dream in Daniel 2! Join us as we explore how Daniel’s vision reveals the rise and fall of...

Discover the remarkable faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego as they face the fiery furnace in defiance of idolatry. Learn how their unwavering...

Discover the incredible story of King Nebuchadnezzar’s divine encounter in Daniel 4—a chapter like no other, penned under the authority of a pagan...

Discover the rise and fall of King Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel chapter 4 and explore the grandeur of ancient Babylon, its influence on history, and its...

Uncover the prophetic vision of Daniel 7, where beasts symbolize the rise and fall of empires, from Babylon to Rome, and their profound influence on...

Discover the mysteries of Daniel 7 as we explore the fearsome fourth beast, its ten horns, and the prophetic little horn that speaks against God. Join...

Uncover the prophetic mystery of Daniel 7’s ten horns and how they reveal the rise and fall of empires—past, present, and future. Could the final...

Discover how Daniel 8 and its vision of the ram and the goat foretold the rise of the Persian and Greek Empires—and why it still matters today. Could...

Uncover the prophetic meaning behind Daniel 8’s vision of the ram and the goat, revealing the rise of the Persian and Greek Empires and their impact...

Daniel 6 recounts the rise of Daniel under King Darius and the conspiracy against him by jealous officials, leading to his sentencing in the lion’s...

Daniel 9 reveals Daniel's deep concern for his people as he realizes the 70-year exile is nearing completion, prompting him to offer a heartfelt...

This class explores the prophetic significance of Daniel 4 and 5, including Nebuchadnezzar’s seven years of madness and the handwriting on the wall...

Daniel 10 reveals a hidden spiritual battle behind world empires, as angelic forces clash over Persia and Greece. Discover how this prophecy connects...

Daniel 11 reveals a prophetic roadmap of rival empires, power struggles, and divine intervention tat shaped history and point to future events...

Daniel 11 unveils the rise of Antiochus Epiphanes, a ruthless ruler whose actions foreshadow the end-time abomination of desolation. Discover how his...

Daniel 11 reveals the dramatic transition from Greek to Roman rule, highlighting Antiochus Epiphanes, the abomination of desolation, and the rise of...