With an introduction by James Gray, Dean of the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago, W. C. Steven’s commentary on the Book of Daniel appeared during a dark period in history—World War One. With many commentators altering their interpretation of Daniel to fit the times, Steven’s work presented a balanced view of the Scriptures and a plea to spread the Gospels marked with this question: “Would it be well for the Church for Him to come and find her far behind in this business?”