WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT “THE RAPTURE”

Greetings Brethren,

Peace be unto you. The Rapture is a question often clouded by those that have looked elsewhere for answers. Thus many come claiming other resources as makers of Biblical fact. Meanwhile the ungodly writers of Biblical fiction commit blasphemy at will.

Peace and Love, Carl Patton writing for the FreedomJournal 17 November 2005 in the year of our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus.

INTRODUCTION

A study of the Biblical implications of “The Rapture” is one of the many questions found in scripture that cannot be answered with simple and short answers. Therefore our first concern is to define and note where in the Bible we find the word Rapture. So what is Paul saying?

Also what is the so-called secret Rapture proposed by J. N. Darby. There is also a need to determine what the Bible says about Armageddon, Tribulation and Apostasy. These are some of the most important points to explore as we seek to determine if all of these components are a part of the 2^nd coming of Christ.

Meanwhile Bible scholars as they explore the Truth of The Rapture other important Biblical Truths are also seen. This is the great joy of reading and studying scripture. When other questions are raised and answered this is one of the greatest instances of growth in the Word.

For example what does the Roman Empire/Catholic Church play in our quest to find what the scriptures reveal about The Rapture? What of the prophecy of Daniel and the impact of the Book of Revelation?

THE RAPTURE

Part 2: The Catching Up

Part 3: What Is The Secret Rapture?

Part 4: Is There A Secret Rapture In Scripture?

Part 5: What Are The Origins of the Secret Rapture?

Part 6: The Impact of The Catholic Church & The Secret Rapture

Part 7: The Catholic Church: World’s Greatest Censor

Part 8: The Rapturists & Distortions of Scripture

Part 9: Scripture That Disprove The Secret Rapture

Part 10: The Secret Rapture: Greek Words: The Time Gap

Questions & Answers: Rapture, Church at Philadelphia

THE CHURCH AT PHILADELPHIA

Part 1: A Note On The Church At Philadelphia

Part 2: The City of Brotherly Love

Part 3: I Know Thy Works (Revelation 3: 8)

Part 4: Revelation 3:8 Related Scripture

Part 5: Revelation 3: 9: Synagogue of Satan

Part 6: The Rewards of Patience (Revelation 3: 10)

Part 7: Related Scripture Revelation 3: 10

Part 8: Revelation 3: 11: Behold Christ Cometh

Part 9: Revelation 3: 12 Faith to the Death

Part 10: Revelation 3: 13: Who Will Listen?

Part 11: Revelation 3: 13: The Secrets of Then & Now

Part 12: Revelation 3: 13: Some Knowledge Is Sealed Until Later

Part 13: Revelation 3: 13: Revelation of God Actions of History

Part 14: Revelation 3: 13: Revelation New Testament

Part 15: Revelation 3: 13: Why The Book Was Written

Part 16: Revelation 3: 13: Diversity In Christianity

PARABLES REFLECTIONS ON THE SEVEN CHURCHES

Part 1: Parables A Reflection on the Seven Churches

Part 2: Further Explanation of Parables

Part 3: Parables The New Testament a Closer Look

Part 4: Jesus Christ Parables of Matthew 13

Part 5: Matthew 13: 11: Who Will Know The Mysteries of the Kingdom?

Part 6: Matthew 13: 12: Will the Spirit Reign In Those Who Reject It?

Part 7: Matthew 13:13: The Parables Then & Now

Part 8: Matthew 13: 14: The Prophecy of Isaiah

Part 9: Matthew 13: 15: The Fear of Christ

Part 10: Matthew 13: 16: The Righteous Will See

Part 11: Matthew 13: 17: What Will The Parables Reveal?

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