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Category: Rapture

  • Is the Rapture of the Church Imminent?

    The teaching of an imminent rapture is prominent among evangelical dispensationalists, suggesting Christ could return suddenly without prior signs. However, biblical texts indicate a singular, public return of Christ that follows specific events, such as the gospel being preached and the Church enduring persecution, emphasizing readiness rather than escapism.

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  • What is the Dispensational Rapture?

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    The Dispensational Rapture is a theological perspective asserting that Christ will secretly take the Church from earth before a seven-year tribulation, focusing on Israel’s role in God’s plan. Unlike Reformed theology, which views the second coming as a single event and emphasizes unity between Israel and the Church, Dispensationalism stresses distinct periods and interpretations of…

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  • When will the Rapture happen?

    The Bible does not specify the timing of the rapture, emphasizing readiness instead. Various theological perspectives exist regarding its relationship with Christ’s second coming, such as pre-tribulation, mid-tribulation, post-tribulation, and amillennial views. Ultimately, believers are encouraged to live faithfully, trusting in Christ’s promises while awaiting His return.

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  • What is the Rapture in the Bible?

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    The rapture refers to an event where believers will be caught up to meet Christ, originating from the Greek word harpazō. It is a subject of debate regarding its timing in relation to tribulation and Christ’s second coming, with different interpretations. Ultimately, it serves to reassure believers of their eternal union with Christ.

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  • What is the Rapture?

    The Rapture of the Church is a Christian eschatological event where believers are taken up to meet Jesus, based on biblical verses such as 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. Views vary regarding its timing—pre-, mid-, or post-tribulation—with differing interpretations across theological frameworks, highlighting debates on the nature and purpose of this event.

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  • The Secret Rapture

    The “secret Rapture” is a term often used to describe the Dispensational Premillennial view of the Rapture, where believers in Christ are suddenly and silently removed from the earth to meet Jesus in the air before a seven-year Tribulation period begins. This view is called “secret” because proponents believe the event will happen without warning…

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