“Every empire eventually turns inward—what’s built on pride always devours itself.” In Daniel 11, prophecy and history collide as Nicole Unice walks listeners through one of the most complex and detailed chapters in Scripture—a 400-year panorama of rising and falling empires from Persia to Greece to the early Seleucid rulers. This chapter exposes the fragile nature of human power and contrasts it with the unshakable Kingdom of God. Through vivid examples—from Alexander the Great to the tyrant Antiochus Epiphanes—Nicole shows how earthly empires mirror the human heart’s struggle for control, pride, and self-preservation. Yet amid corruption and chaos, God’s faithful people stand firm, reminding us that love, not violence or fear, is the true form of resistance in God’s Kingdom.

Main Takeaways / Learning Points:


History affirms prophecy: Daniel 11 accurately foreshadows 400 years of history between Persia and Greece, confirming that God’s Word aligns with historical reality.


Empires mirror the human heart: Pride, control, greed, and fear—the same forces that shape nations—also war within individuals.


Power corrupts when centered on self: The rise of rulers like Antiochus Epiphanes reminds us that when people worship power, they inevitably destroy what they seek to control.


God preserves a faithful remnant: Even in the darkest eras, those “who know their God will stand firm and take action” (Daniel 11:32).


Resistance in God’s Kingdom looks different: True strength shows up in humility, faithfulness, and love—not domination.

Bible Verse References (linked)


Daniel 11:2–4 — Prophecy of Persia and Greece.


Daniel 11:21–23 — A contemptible ruler seizes power.


Daniel 11:32–35 — The faithful resist corruption.


1 Chronicles 16:9 — God’s eyes search the earth to strengthen His people.


Matthew 5:44 — Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Calls to Action (CTAs)


Subscribe to How to Study the Bible with Nicole Unice for weekly studies.


Download the free Daniel Study Guide: nicoleunice.com/daniel


Watch the bonus “Digging Deeper” video on YouTube: What does it mean to resist empire through love?


Share this episode with a small group or study partner walking through Daniel.

Relevant Links / Resources


Free Study Guide: nicoleunice.com/daniel


YouTube Channel: How to Study the Bible with Nicole Unice


LifeAudio Network: lifeaudio.com

&ldquo;Every empire eventually turns inward&mdash;what&rsquo;s built on pride always devours itself.&rdquo; In Daniel 11, prophecy and history collide as Nicole Unice walks listeners through one of the most complex and detailed chapters in Scripture&mdash;a 400-year panorama of rising and falling empires from Persia to Greece to the early Seleucid rulers. This chapter exposes the fragile nature of human power and contrasts it with the unshakable Kingdom of God. Through vivid examples&mdash;from Alexander the Great to the tyrant Antiochus Epiphanes&mdash;Nicole shows how earthly empires mirror the human heart&rsquo;s struggle for control, pride, and self-preservation. Yet amid corruption and chaos, God&rsquo;s faithful people stand firm, reminding us that love, not violence or fear, is the true form of resistance in God&rsquo;s Kingdom.
Main Takeaways / Learning Points:
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History affirms prophecy: Daniel 11 accurately foreshadows 400 years of history between Persia and Greece, confirming that God&rsquo;s Word aligns with historical reality.
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Empires mirror the human heart: Pride, control, greed, and fear&mdash;the same forces that shape nations&mdash;also war within individuals.
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Power corrupts when centered on self: The rise of rulers like Antiochus Epiphanes reminds us that when people worship power, they inevitably destroy what they seek to control.
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God preserves a faithful remnant: Even in the darkest eras, those &ldquo;who know their God will stand firm and take action&rdquo; (<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/daniel/11-32.html" data-start="2129" data-end="2194">Daniel 11:32</a>).
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Resistance in God&rsquo;s Kingdom looks different: True strength shows up in humility, faithfulness, and love&mdash;not domination.
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Bible Verse References (linked)
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/daniel/11-2.html" data-start="2374" data-end="2439">Daniel 11:2&ndash;4</a> &mdash; Prophecy of Persia and Greece.
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/daniel/11-21.html" data-start="2477" data-end="2545">Daniel 11:21&ndash;23</a> &mdash; A contemptible ruler seizes power.
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/daniel/11-32.html" data-start="2587" data-end="2655">Daniel 11:32&ndash;35</a> &mdash; The faithful resist corruption.
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/1-chronicles/16-9.html" data-start="2694" data-end="2769">1 Chronicles 16:9</a> &mdash; God&rsquo;s eyes search the earth to strengthen His people.
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/matthew/5-44.html" data-start="2830" data-end="2895">Matthew 5:44</a> &mdash; Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
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Calls to Action (CTAs)
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Subscribe to How to Study the Bible with Nicole Unice for weekly studies.
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Download the free Daniel Study Guide: <a data-start="3120" data-end="3180">nicoleunice.com/daniel</a>
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Watch the bonus &ldquo;Digging Deeper&rdquo; video on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/nicoleunice">What does it mean to resist empire through love?</a>
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Share this episode with a small group or study partner walking through Daniel.
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Relevant Links / Resources
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Free Study Guide: <a data-start="3440" data-end="3500">nicoleunice.com/daniel</a>
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/nicoleunice">YouTube Channel: How to Study the Bible with Nicole Unice</a>
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LifeAudio Network: <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com" data-start="3588" data-end="3630">lifeaudio.com</a>
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As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do!

But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way.

In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 

Topics covered in this podcast:

💡 Three Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible
💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life
💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!)
💡 Topical Bible study lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and more
💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life
💡 4 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture

To find more from Nicole, visit https://nicoleunice.com/.

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do! But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way. In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 
Topics covered in this podcast:
💡 Three Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible 💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life 💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!) 💡 Topical Bible study lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and more 💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life 💡 4 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture
To find more from Nicole, visit <a href="https://nicoleunice.com/">https://nicoleunice.com/</a>.

How to Study the Bible - Bible Study Made Simple

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do!

But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way.

In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 

Topics covered in this podcast:

💡 Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible
💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life
💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!)
💡 Topical Bible Study Lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and More
💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life
💡 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture

To find more from Nicole, visit https://nicoleunice.com/.

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do! But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way. In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 
Topics covered in this podcast:
💡 Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible 💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life 💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!) 💡 Topical Bible Study Lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and More 💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life 💡 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture
To find more from Nicole, visit <a href="https://nicoleunice.com/">https://nicoleunice.com/</a>.