The doctrine of the Rapture is one of the most discussed and anticipated events in Bible prophecy. While some argue the word “rapture” doesn’t appear in English translations, the concept is firmly rooted in Scripture. The Greek word harpazo (“caught up”) in 1...
The Rapture—that moment when believers in Christ will be “caught up” to meet the Lord in the air—is one of the most powerful promises in Scripture. For those who hold to the Pre-Tribulation view, the Rapture is not just a doctrine of theology—it’s a source of comfort,...
Critics of Bible prophecy often argue that the word Rapture is not in the Bible, suggesting the doctrine is unbiblical or a modern invention. But is that true? While it’s correct that the English word “rapture” does not appear in most translations, the concept itself...
The Rapture is one of the most anticipated events in Bible prophecy—a moment when Jesus Christ will suddenly and supernaturally remove His Church from the earth. While some dismiss it as speculation, the Bible provides clear teaching that believers will be “caught up”...
The Rapture is a unique event in Bible prophecy—believers will be suddenly “caught up” to meet Christ in the air (1 Thessalonians 4:17, NKJV). Unlike the Second Coming, which follows specific prophetic events, the Rapture is imminent, meaning it could happen at any...
The Bible speaks clearly about the end times, outlining signs that point to the soon return of Jesus Christ. While the Rapture itself is imminent and has no required signs, the prophetic conditions unfolding around us point to the nearness of this blessed hope. As...
"About the time of the end, a body of men will be raised up who will turn their attention to the Prophecies, and insist upon their literal interpretation, in the midst of much clamor and opposition."
- Sir Issac Newton 1642-1727"For all the saints and Elect of God are gathered, prior to the Tribulation that is to come, and are taken to the Lord lest they see the confusion that is to overwhelm the world because of our sins"
- Ephraem the Syrian, A.D. 373