Abomination of desolation. Do not evaluate those views by the credentials you haveor by the credentials we have. His truth gives us confidence in His planHis truth will never instill fear in us. 4 All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on." His wife Samantha maintains this site as well as their missionary outreaches. The only thing you might compare it to is The dead in Christ rise first the Saints and meet him in the sky to help fight the worlds armies this is not you and it is not me . Many ask, "is the rapture biblical?" The short answer is yes! 1 As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. God does NOT always speak in the way we are used to hearing. The true church, the "born again" believers that make up the body of Christ, is spiritually awake and will have the strength (worthiness) to escape all these things that are going to take place. 20 And when ye shall see Jerusalem compassed (surrounded) with armies, then know that the desolation thereof is nigh. The twinkling of an eye on sun rise begins when the sun is first seen, and finishes when the bottom edge of the sun rises above the horizon. Many Christians assume He's describing the rapture and . Just like the Tower of Babel, this false perversion of what Bible prophecy is, allows mankind to think that they are closer to the level of Jesus, in terms of prophecy. Consider these topics: **Jesus uses the term before in Luke 21:12 in at least two ways. Will apathy or pride prevent the desire to research the information/articles that are presented here? Or the idea that Jesus deity was fully perfect? It carries over into a hangover that causes us to miss the total beauty of our Gospel salvation. Describing the fall of Jerusalem. with all that in mind, let us turn to the lukan parallel to matt 24, and in particular luke 21.25-36 which is the lectionary reading for the first sunday in advent in year c. matthew and mark run quite closely in parallel, at least until matt 24.36, when matthew includes jesus' extended teaching about the parousia but mark's account finishes The second coming of Jesus will be sudden, unexpected and unmistakable, like lightning flashing across the sky (Matthew 24:23-51, Mark 13:21-23, 13:32-37 Luke 17:20-37). The shortest time is 2 minutes near the equator. The Signs of the Times and the End of the Age. Ignoring Jesus teaching, causes us to believe a liewhich is I need to be ready at ALL times for the Rapture.. Many saying, I am Christ; and the time is near (. The point being, this was a message for Jews in pre Tribulation days (for Jews in future times.) To believe that the Rapture can happen at any time, and could possibly happen out-of-the-blue, with no connection to surrounding events and with no advance notice at all from Godsuch a view of the Rapture goes directly against the spirit of Amos 3:7. It distorts the nature of Bible prophecy, by suggesting that prophecy only involves the KNOWLEDGE portion, and completely ignores the PERFORMANCE portion. and using the events in the near future (70AD) as a . vs. 8 Jesus said, dont be deceived! 30; Lucas 21:25-27) e consequentemente rejeitam tambm a promessa do arrebatamento como escape da grande tribulao para os verdadeiros crentes ( Lucas 21:36; 1 Tessal. We each have our Spiritual gifts. Our danger is, lest the day of death and of judgment should come upon us when we are not prepared. The more that true Bible prophecy is promoted, the more Jesus Christ will be glorified. However, in the Lord's return to the earth, it is the lost who are taken outjust the opposite of what happens in the rapture of the Church. Here is the short article again regarding Jesus not knowing, and at the end, an even shorter article for more clarity. 5 And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and gifts, he said, 6 As for these things which ye behold, the days will come, in the which there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down. They believe that this passage is saying that we could escape all of the tribulations spoken of earlier on in Luke 21, which would mean that Luke 21:36 is a reference to a pre-trib rapture. Now, the emphasis in Luke 21:21 on fleeing Jerusalem when it is about to be trodden down by the Gentiles (Lk. 21 Then let them which are in Judaea flee to the mountains; and let them which are in the midst of it depart out; and let not them that are in the countries enter thereinto (into her). The important thing is not to know when or how the end will come, but to be spiritually prepared when it does ( Matthew 25:1-13 Matthew 24:42-44 , Luke 21:34-36 , 1 . In Christ dwells ALL the fullness of the Godhead bodily. So, God gives each Christian the ability to bless others with their specific giftlogically, God also gives some, the ability to understand His prophetic Word, blessing others. 12 But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name's sake. Read the Timeline article to learn why it is over 3.5 years (meat and potatoes, not milk and cookies friends and critics). We, therefore, must take up our cross daily (die to our bias/selfishness/pride), to see how the Holy Spirit will guide into all truthand show us things to come! Luke 21:36 says, "Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man." The instructions to watch and pray refer to us checking ourselves and making sure that we are ready. We are left with one possibility. This was supposed to happen in the generation of his disciples (Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 21). However, thats a contradiction of scripture because other scriptures tell us that the first resurrection doesnt happen until the end of the Great Tribulation period, so the question then is, what does this mean in Luke when it says that pray ye therefore that you would be counted worthy to escape these things and to stand before the Son of Man? Doing so seems to fulfill Acts 18:6 and 2 Timothy 2:25, and also seems to prevent the understanding of His prophetic Word. A The key to understanding Luke 21:36 is the word "about". There are other verses and passages we believe bring out the Rapture as well. Also, God defines Bible prophecy not just as speaking about predicting the future; Bible prophecy is defined as God's ability to speak the future into existence. The Rapture really does happen but just as Matthew 24 states it is at the end of the great tribulation time, at the LAST TRUMPET. Colossians 2:9 says that all the fullness of the Godhead was in Jesus, bodily. Luke 21:36 says, Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man. The instructions to watch and pray refer to us checking ourselves and making sure that we are ready. Pray for the Holy Spirit to teach the truth and show what is to come. 21:7). We KNOW Christ was/is/never will be limited, and we will kneel before Him believing such. So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand. A quick intro and overview of our ministry and this website, plus some best-of articles and Q&A. There is a jump of 2,000 years within the single prophetic verse of Isaiah 11:4. LUKE 21:36. Here is where an accurate definition takes away the any moment error as related to the rapture (though Jesus has already done that with His Word above, as well). The Ark went up during the judgements, and then came back down to earth at the conclusion of the trial/cleansing. And then follow the Holy Spirits leading. Link to the free book on our website: The thief in the night also helps explain the partial rapture that Jesus teaches. Jesus said these things in 32 AD. This verse summarizes the sheep and goat judgment which He later describes in greater detail in Matthew 25:31-46. sudden, unawares. 3 "Truly I tell you," he said, "this poor widow has put in more than all the others. And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. He is the author of all the teachings here, and all materials are available free of charge! Bridgeway Bible Commentary. For those wanting the meat and potatoes version, click the Timeline link above. Knowing the angle of the sun related to your position on the earth, we can approximate the time in minutes using 2/cos (a), as long as you're not too near the poles. Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come. Copyright 2023. While Satan has beaten up Pastors and congregations with gross errors being taught in this areado we throw the baby out with the bath water? What is the benefit of limiting/lessening THE Savior, Jesus Christ? When to look up, for our redemption draweth nigh. Jesus warns us in vs. 35 that the events will be a snare for everyone on all the earth. It's the term "harpazo" in Greek and "rapio" in Latin. There He simply said "day that the Son of Man." The term "Son of Man" is a reference to Himself. Read full chapter. Which is how Jesus can tell us WHEN to. It says, There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. So God makes a way of escape so that we are able to bear what we are going through. Spoiler alertthe order of these verses fits perfectly with how prophecy is written. What does the Bible say about the rapture? Noah and his family were Overcomers graciously removed, as the Ark rose above the trial/cleansing. Look, when I believe Jesus was ignorant of the day and hour, it subjects me to the above five charges of wrongdoing. 17 And ye shall be hated of (by) all men for my name's sake. The rapture, often referred to as God graciously removing Overcomers from the trials/cleansing/judgements on the earth, is also seen in the account of the flood. 20-24 For our 3 second friends and critics, Jesus says what will happen during a 3 year period of time, during the last half of Daniels 70th week, and just before the return of Christ (7th Trumpet, 7th Vial/Bowl, 3rd Woe). Are our friends and critics excited about looking Jesus in the eyes and being accountable to HIM for the heart attitude of saying, Jesus, YOU did not know! which is the result of an error in each Christians understanding of Gods Word, that too many chose NOT to investigate? Jesus is credited in John 1:1-3 as being the Creator of all things ("Without Him was not anything made that was made"). Even soWHY TEST HIM? The Ark went up during the judgements, and then came back down to earth at the conclusion of the trial/cleansing. Conversely. We cannot be safe, if we are carnally secure. The following is in response to the initial question and to disprove that Luke 21:20-24 is referring only to the destruction of the Temple, and Jerusalem, in 70 A.D. Luke 21:36New International Version. 1 Cor. If you don't believe in a Rapture, please find our position near the bottom of this article. Our salvation is more than a prophetic promise that we will be in Heaven with God foreverbecause a mere promise can be modified, changed, or broken. Then based on that, decide if you should include us as one of your resources with which you understand Bible prophecy. And what sign will there be when these things are about to take place?" 8 And He said: "Take heed that you not be deceived. Do not evaluate those views according to popular opinion. Perhaps this is part of what Revelation 19:10 means when it declares, for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.. The Temple was seen as a microcosm of the world (Ps. Daniel 12:4. ADDING to previous points on HOW prophecy is written; a perfect example from Jesus! We teach in agreement with Colossians 2:9, that Jesus deity was perfect when he was on the earth. For example, we might say that someone is giving a speech before Congress, meaning that the speaker is in front of, or in a primary position, before Congress. 29 and 30 Jesus uses an analogy that is clearly understood. Is it in the person and work of our Lord Jesus Christ, or is it in a hope that youwill be "raptured" out of suffering? ANSWER:Yes, some people do believe that it is speaking of a pre tribulation rapturesome people will be caught away and will not be here on the earth during the great tribulation period. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 describes the Rapture as God resurrecting all the righteous who have died, giving them glorified bodies, and then departing the earth with those righteous who were still alive, who have also been given glorified bodies. All we ask is that you evaluate our viewpoints on prophecy according to the three solid Biblical criteria that God has given to all of us, the three criteria we just listed above. The evidences from the context, also argue powerfully for a construction which necessarily embraces it, whether expressed or not: We regard it as indubitably genuine.. JOHN 16:13. The word of God is to be included as part of those spiritual things.. 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