Meanwhile, others will not join them on this journey (Matthew 24:40-41 and Luke 17:34-36). Part of studying and finding the truth is talking with peers about a topic and mainly consulting the Bible. Remember vs. 13 Jesus said ALL truth, just like Colossians 2:9, ALL the fullness of the Godhead bodily. The term where we get the English "rapture" IS in the Bible. 16 And ye shall be betrayed both by parents, and brethren, and kinsfolks, and friends; and some of you shall they cause to be put to death. Should any one gift be looked down upon as each blesses the Body of Christ? 1And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury. Rapture is the reason for believers to stay alert! 1 As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. Luke 21:36 is a passage many believers in the rapture will quote, which says, But watch at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of man. 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. Jesus tells us the Holy Spirit will guide us into ALL truth and show us things to comehow? The disciples asked where these individuals in vv. 3 All things were made by him (Jesus); and without him (Jesus) was not any thing made that was made. To clarifyJesus said at the end of vs 9, when those things happen, the rapture, which starts The End will not be near. Download our eBooks to read on your computers, phone, tablet, or eReader. Matthew does not record Christ's answer to the first question but does record the answers to questions (2) and (3) which both deal with the second coming of Christ. 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? 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). This is clear prophetic and textual evidence of the Rapture happening before the Tribulation begins. March 19, 2020 Jesus now sums it up with verse 28, which is the calling for us to know what to watch for related to the timing of the rapture (caught up)that takes place before Luke 21:10, and after a period of time that follows Luke 21:7-9. 32 Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled. But the textual and scholarly evidence on this question is overwhelming. 22 For these be the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled. Just because Daniel chapter 12 follows chapter 11 in the text, does NOT necessarily mean that the time of fulfillment of Daniel 12s prophecies are after the time of fulfillment in Daniel 11s prophecies. The rapture describes the snatching away of the church (Christians). The further north or south of the equator, and the season, etc., will demonstrate longer and longer twinkling of an eye periods, even exceeding 10 minutes in some populated Cities. (Link below in '1. 126. John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word (Jesus), and the Word (Jesus) was with God, and the Word (Jesus) was God. 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 . Then one man will be taken away and the other man will remain. God made the rapture as a way of escape so that we would be able to bear the tribulation. We must understand the timing of different prophecies by looking at the details in the passages, comparing them to other related prophetic passages, and making sure nothing contradicts any other part of Scripture, as mentioned. In either case, Paul would not be able to put any issue to rest by referring to something not yet revealed. Right? and what sign will there be when these things shall come to pass? When Luke 17:34 says, "one will be taken and the other left," the words "one" and "other" are both masculine. If we ignore Jesus clear teachings, then the end truly will come at any moment for those who ignore Jesus prophetic words. Right! Now, the emphasis in Luke 21:21 on fleeing Jerusalem when it is about to be trodden down by the Gentiles (Lk. More fascinating is that Revelation 6-7, in its description of the Great Tribulation, also reflects the spirit of Jesus use of the word before (in terms of importance) in Luke 21. Another Spoiler Alertthe Timeline article with video tutorial give the verses that take place between Luke 21:7-9 and Luke 21:10. Or is this verse associated with the second coming? The Codex Basilianus, in the Vatican, contains it. You can also download them to your computer, phone, or tablet. We grow food to support a community, build and repair homes, and support the poor, widows, and the fatherless. In verse 6 the Lord Jesus plainly states that the Temple then standing would be destroyed. In Revelation 3:7, Jesus says that He can open the door because He carries the key of David. Will apathy or pride prevent the desire to research the information/articles that are presented here? Almost all newer or modern Bibles have the word them in place of us, in Revelation 5:9. Revelation 4-11 is a timeline of what takes place from the viewpoint of being in heaven. Christians worry unnecessarily of losing their salvation. What does the Bible say about the rapture? But Luke 17:35 is much more . Sign up for our free daily newsletter. Systematic Eschatology, search thief found on pages 3, 34, 51 & 74. 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. I wanted to go into a study on Luke 21: 36 to see if Jesus was really refering to a pre-trib rapture. Colossians 2:9 says that all the fullness of the Godhead was in Jesus, bodily. Just like Jesus paid it all in suffering for our sinsJesus also knows it all when it comes to the time of the Rapture. What is the definition of, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye? 21:24), is probably so specific as to only be referring to the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD. When to look up, for our redemption draweth nigh. 33 Link to the free book on our website: The Jewish day begins and ends, sunset to sunset. Jesus Predicts the Destruction of the Temple. Or the idea that Jesus deity was fully perfect? 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! vss. The Latin, Coptic or Memphitic, and Armenian, which are of great value, contain it. Reading Luke 21.34-36 Jesus said to his disciples, 'Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life, and that day does not catch you unexpectedly, like a trap. vs. 3. 19 In your patience possess ye your souls. And as you read them, consider this issue: limiting the Savior, Jesus Christ. Matthew 24:30, Mark 13:26, Luke 21:27, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. First, Jesus is saying that the persecution of believers will occur before the other events of the Tribulation are completed, in terms of chronological time. There is not the slightest indication that the event in Luke 17:36 is secret. 33 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. see GREEK exaiphnes. AMEN! 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.. This was supposed to happen in the generation of his disciples (Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 21). 15) Jesus was talking about the Tribulation Period when He said, "Pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass" (Luke 21:36). In the King James Version, in 5:9, we read, "And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed US to God by thy blood" The redeemed say this just before the first seal is opened, so that the Tribulation can begin. 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? A statement that only our all-knowing Savior, God the Son, equal to God the Father, can truthfully make. There was no promise that they would be removed from harms way before the Roman armies came as there is for us at the end of the age. To say that Jesus does not know the day and hour actually subjects a person to multiple counts of wrongdoing in regard to the purity and truth of the Bible: The notion that Jesus does not know about the day and hour is a vicious, insidious injection of poison that seeks to tarnish and pervert the entire nature of Christ and the nature of our relationship to Him. This passage isn't talking about the rapture, it's talking about Jesus second coming. In both Luke 21 and Revelation 6-7, Jesus expresses the thought that for Him, the persecution of Tribulation saints is the most significant, or important aspect of the Tribulation, even more important than the other dramatic and miraculous events. 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. That's what He was warning them about. Do not evaluate those views according to popular opinion. Read the Timeline article to learn why it is over 3.5 years (meat and potatoes, not milk and cookies friends and critics). 3 "Truly I tell you," he said, "this poor widow has put in more than all the others. When describing the Tribulation in Luke 21, Jesus begins by speaking of the great and miraculous events and signs that will happen throughout the Tribulation. During the rapture, Overcomers are Caught Up, and then come back down to earth with Jesus at His Second Coming/Return of Christ after the trials/cleansing. In the Church, we too must know the importance of being ready (starting with what Jesus tells us in Luke 21 and in the Timeline Chart), and the consequences of NOT being ready. 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4. 36 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. Obviously we realize it is easy for anyone to claim the gift of understanding prophecy, and the first two questions you may be asking are: Well, how do I know the people at His Center have the gift of understanding prophecy? Jesus tells us what the Holy Spirit hearsthe Holy Spirit will glorify Christ, receive from Christ and show it to us. The destruction of the Temple did occur in 70 A.D. That is an historical fact. 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? Jesus doesn't actually return to the ground or, as the angel in Acts 1 says, comes in like manner. TEXT. 25-27, Jesus describes for us, what will happen just before His return and then during His return with power and great glory. The Timeline link will help, and has a video tutorial to accompany it. Luke 20:36 (HCSB) For they cannot die anymore, because they are like angels and are sons of God, . That means Jesus knew the day and hour of His return. 11 A critical problem for the posttribulational rapture view is its inability to explain the Sheep and Goat Judgment of Matthew Mat. Some use Luke 17:34-36 to teach the secret rapture belief but to understand the complete picture of this passage, we need to read the verses before and after. It distorts the nature of Bible prophecy, by suggesting that prophecy only involves the KNOWLEDGE portion, and completely ignores the PERFORMANCE portion. No, Luke 21:36 is a warning that we should continue to pray, be vigilant about turning away from sin, and try to remain holy. Link to the free book on our website: We are told, for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.. ADDING to previous points on HOW prophecy is written; a perfect example from Jesus! Jack Kelley published over 9,000 Bible Study resources here from 1999, until the Lord called him home in the fall of 2015. After understanding Luke 21, who is willing to limit Jesus? In the Left Behind series, as well as in many other similar works of both fiction and non-fiction, the Rapture occurs totally by surprise. There is a jump of 2,000 years within the single prophetic verse of Isaiah 11:4. Including photos each week from our outreaches and the weekly review. We teach in agreement with Colossians 2:9, that Jesus deity was perfect when he was on the earth. We each have our Spiritual gifts. This vs. does NOT teach an any moment return of Christ during Pauls day, the writer of 1 Thessalonianswe trust the Holy Spirit has helped to clear this up as shared several times in this article. In the Arctic Circles, the twinkling of an eye can last over a dayor not at all. Prophecy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Giving, Leadership, Mercy, Word of wisdom, Word of knowledge, Faith, Gifts of healings, Miracles, Prophecy, Distinguishing between spirits, Tongues, Interpretation of tongues, Whoever speaks, Whoever renders service. Then He begins a description of the persecution of Tribulation saints in Revelation 6:9, with the description of the fifth seal. , these nearer events, which are about to befall the city, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Pray for the Holy Spirit to teach the truth and show what is to come. of Olives. You can verify our teachings yourself, according to the standards God gave you to use. Second, Jesus is using before in the sense of saying that the persecution of believers will be at the forefront, or more important, than the other miraculous events and signs of the Tribulation. The temple in Jesus time was destroyed exactly as Jesus prophesied it would be. As the last part of Ezekiel 37:14 says, "then shall he know that I the Lord hath spoken it and performed it, saith the Lord." Perhaps this is part of what Revelation 19:10 means when it declares, for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.. This is just a poor book and does not teach anythin During the fall of Jerusalem in 70 AD, chariots and troops of soldiers in their armor were seen running about among the clouds, and surrounding of cities. 27 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. He is also speaking of the events leading up to the destruction of the Temple, for the disciples asked Him what the signs would be when the Temple was destroyed (Lk. There will be only One Second Coming. Luke 14:19 "And another said, I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove them: I pray thee have me. vss. The Signs of the Times and the End of the Age. It tears away at Jesus' unique ability to be the Creator of ALL things, including all prophetic things (John 1:1-3). So, the descriptions of the earthly catastrophes, persecutions, and the armies surrounding Jerusalem to destroy it, refer particularly to the destruction of the Temple, which represents the destruction of the world. No wayit is so much more! Holy Spirit, we pray asking for the fulfillment of your purpose as defined in John 16:13-15. We KNOW Christ was/is/never will be limited, and we will kneel before Him believing such. While rhetoricalthe answer is NO! vss. His truth gives us confidence in His planHis truth will never instill fear in us. Revelation 5:9 is significant, in that it shows Christians gathered in heaven just after Jesus (the Lamb) takes the End Time scroll from the hand of the Father, and just before the first seal of that End Time scroll is opened. . 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. The first phrase in this passage speaks about these signs in the heavens, picking up from where we left off in verse 11. The same thing happens in Revelation 6. Here are the key facts we have gathered up to this point: Luke 17:37 and Matthew 24:28 indicate that some will be sent to a place where birds will be flying over dead bodies. We are talking meat and potatoes information here, not milk and cookies. Christ is not limited in Colossians 2:9, but is equal in all the fullness. This doesnt make senseunlessitem c. below. 4 In him (Jesus) was life; and the life (Jesus) was the light of men. (This is also a powerful underscoring of the truth that all prophecy must be fulfilled). Remember the following. 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. 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). Antichrist being "revealed, who is the Antichrist? 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. One of the more creative defenses I have seen against the pre-trib rapture (or the rapture in general) is that Luke 21:36 does not mean "escape" as we would think of it: Luke 21:36 KJV - 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. Print Email Jesus tells us when to "Look upfor your redemption draweth nigh" in Luke 21 (KJV) But first, three things to cover before we look at the 21st chapter of Lukeand what Jesus said. Jesus first describes great events and developments in the first eight verses (the first four seals). Obviously, only God can do this. Spoiler alertthe order of these verses fits perfectly with how prophecy is written. A The key to understanding Luke 21:36 is the word "about". "Do not be caught off-guard by the fear-filled tides of history," Jesus warned. I do know I feel a great deal of stress inside every time I read it as I become afraid that I wont be acceptable when the Lord comes for His Church. 12:810, 1 Peter 4:11. However, Jesus mentions escaping all of the tribulations, not simply a singular destruction of the Temple. 34-35 would be taken. In turn, Bible prophecy has a unique and miraculous capacity to glorify Jesus Christ. What do you gain? 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). Many Christians assume He's describing the rapture and . 13 And it shall turn to you for a testimony. And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting (indulgences), and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. 12:11 tells us, ButtheSpirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills.. There is no judgment, no punishment, and it will be a glorious day for all believers. Mark 13:32, "No One Except The Father Knows? At Revelation 6:9, Jesus goes back in time to the beginning of the Tribulation, and tells us about the persecution that will be happening before (in time) the completion of all the events described in Revelation 6:1-8. God does NOT always speak in the way we are used to hearing. This vs is saying that the dead in Christ will be raised first, just like 1 Cor. WE need to align with Gods truth, and understand the meaning of, He comes like a thief in the night. Right? If I need help understanding prophecy, how do I know it is people like His Center that I should be going to for assistance?. Jesus tells us to Prayindicates that Jesus is talking to Born-Again Believers, not the unsaved. In Luke 4:18-21 (vs 19), Jesus read from a prophecy in Isaiah 61:1-2 (vs 2a). Noah and his family were Overcomers graciously removed, as the Ark rose above the trial/cleansing. Unbelievers will be put away, taken off the planet. 5 And the light (Jesus) shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. In Christ dwells ALL the fullness of the Godhead bodily. Though we recommend the book in its entirety. For our friends and critics following the Holy Spirits guiding (John 16:13-15), click on the link above in e and the accompanying video tutorial on the page, to see how the Holy Spirit will lead into all truth. Jesus created time and is outside of the restrictions thereof. All rights reserved. The results of said apathy and pride, limit THE Savior, Jesus Christ. While we live in a world of 3 second attention spans, we must ask the reader to decide to do homework to learn the answer to the when question with certainty. 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. 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? Luke 21:36 ESV. Conversely. . The only Entity who knew this prophetic truth before it was given to us, was Jesus Himself. For God, prophecy is speaking (creating) the future into existence. AMEN!!! He was using the vulture / carcass analogy to say that each group will gathered in the place where they belong. 78:69), as if it was a mini replica of the real thing. By itself, this might not mean that the two people were men, for Greek (as in most languages) can use male words and pronouns to refer generically to "people" whether they are male or female. Link to the free book on our website: The thief in the night also helps explain the partial rapture that Jesus teaches. | Prophecy in the News. 9 Luke Seventeen. 15:52. vs. 16 another confirmation of the trump of God and the dead in Christ shall rise first. Luke 21:36 So keep watch at all times, and pray that you may have the strength to escape all that is about to happen and to stand before the Son of Man." Bible > Luke > Chapter 21 > Verse 36 eBibles Free Downloads Audio Luke 21:36 Context Crossref Comment Greek Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version This verse summarizes the sheep and goat judgment which He later describes in greater detail in Matthew 25:31-46. After understanding Luke 21, who is willing to limit Jesus? As thinking Christians, we would never support the mindless acceptance of potential terrorists into our Country without using our brains to evaluate who is coming in. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. His teachings made the Bible clear and easy to understand, and impacted millions of lives. A convict could not escape out of prison if he was never in prison. 21:36). It is true that somewhere there will two people together and one is taken while the other is left, however, that is not what is spoken of in Matthew 24 because of the context. NOTE: Contrary to many views, no endtime prophecies are yet being fulfilled. vss. 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. Colossians 2:9, For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. Thats what He was warning them about. We as humans are limited by time. Tribulation-believers are enjoined to stay spiritually alert during those terrible daysto "endure," so as to be physically "saved" (Mat. 24 And they shall fall by the edge of the sword, and shall be led away captive into all nations: and Jerusalem shall be trodden down of the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles be fulfilled. Yet, believers in the Pre-Tribulation Rapture believe there will be two Second Comings. vs. 17 THEN, after those Christians that have died have their bodies miraculously put back together and raptured, or caught up to Him in the cloudsthen the Overcomers, which are alive and remain, shall be caught up together with THEM in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. These three vss are NOT talking about the Rapture! Both Revelation 4-11 and 12-16 are giving details about the same events, from different perspectives. THIS group in heaven sings the song of the redeemed, and identify these redeemed as us themselves! Man's Wrath to God. There are other verses and passages we believe bring out the Rapture as well. 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. 27 At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. As a Post Trib Believer, I did not think that it was a. Yet when Jesus gathers the nations upon His arrival and . All. If a person is a Christianand all Christians are rapturedhow can we become worthyto escape? vs. 15 is prophetically written to those who WILL BE alive and remain. St. Peter Institute for Scripture and Evangelization. One purpose of the rapture is to give relief from the suffering and persecution after 7 years not to escape the suffering and persecution before it happens. The use of the word aiphnidios in the original Greek leaves no misunderstanding as to what the scripture is saying. So which viewpoint best satisfies the standard of Colossians 2:9? JOHN 16:13. They do not follow how humans write stories/books/messages. THE RAPTURE, A SECRET UNTIL JESUS CHRIST REVEALED IT TO PAUL Attempting to argue against those who say Jesus never preached about the Rapture, people will take Jesus' words in Matthew 24:40-41 and Luke 17:34-36 about individuals being taken away, and make them apply to people being taken to heaven in the Rapture. His wife Samantha maintains this site as well as their missionary outreaches. The answer is no! 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. 25 "There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. 38 And all the people came early in the morning to him in the temple, for to hear him. 30; Luke 21:25-27), and consequently also deny the promise of the rapture as an escape for true believers from the coming tribulation (Luke 21:36; 1 Thess. Jesus' second coming, referred to in Luke 21, will occur after the Rapture and at the end of the seven-year tribulation on this Earth. 25 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; 26 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. 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. It's a summary of the Sheep and Goat judgment, and does not describe the rapture. In Amos 3:7, God reveals that it is His long-established tradition, or method of operation, to reveal to the affected population what He is going to do prophetically before He does it. Both Luke 21 and Revelation 6-7 have the same miraculous fingerprints of authorship on themand those fingerprints belong to the One who was fully God-in-the-fleshJesus Christ, the eternal Son of God. The Temple was seen as a microcosm of the world (Ps. *THE BACKGROUND OF THE TEXT IS THE TIME OF TRIBULATION. When Jesus says He is the Alpha and Omega, beginning and the end (Revelation 1:8 & 11, 21:6 & 13)He has already created everything throughout timebecause HE IS NOT LIMITED! Matthew 24. Doing so seems to fulfill Acts 18:6 and 2 Timothy 2:25, and also seems to prevent the understanding of His prophetic Word. Like this post? First off, Jesus is not only speaking here of the end of the world. Jesus said, WATCH, PRAY that ye may be accounted worthy to escape. Personal updates from Samantha. The only question you must ask yourself is this: Which idea most fully glorifies Jesus: The idea that His deity was less than perfect. 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