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21 | can someone explain the rapture?? | 1 Thess 4:16 | Listener | 36104 | ||
Another good question. The following passage describes the rapture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: 17 Then we 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. 18 Wherefore comfort one another with these words. The short books of 1 and 2 Thess. give good background info. Also 1 Cor 15. When will it happen - there is a great deal of "discussion" about this. I would suggest not letting others make up your mind for you, but read Matt 24, Luke 21, I Thess, 2 Thess, Deut 28-30, Dan 7, Dan 9-12. Focus on the passages that are straightforward to you. Watch and be ready. Watch for the signs in Matt 24. Be ready for false christs and deception. Be ready for persecution. Be ready for the blessed hope and glorious return of Jesus Christ. May He find us ready, Listener |
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22 | can someone explain the rapture?? | 1 Thess 4:16 | Listener | 36105 | ||
One thing I didn't address in my previous post - although there is a great deal of "discussion" about when the rapture takes place, there is general agreement that the saints will not have to endure armegeddon. With regard to the seven-year tribulation, some say the rapture preceeds the tribulation, some say the rapture happens during the tribulation, some say at the end. Generally, those who interpret prophecy literally agree that after the rapture God pours out His wrath on the wicked - the battle of armegeddon is a prominent part of this. So if you are a believer, you will not endure God's wrath, at armegeddon or anywhere else, regardless of when the rapture takes place. Listener |
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23 | The Restrainer - Revisited! | 2 Thess 2:7 | Listener | 35154 | ||
Tim, I hope you won't mind if I try to resurrect this thread on 2 Thess 2:7. You provided some good info on the most prevalent ideas out there on the identity of the "restrainer". I would appreciate some feedback regarding my thoughts on the subject. 1) This is a controvertial passage with many possible interpretations, therefore it is not a good idea to build doctrines using this passage as a proof text. 2) I think the passage may be a little more straightforward than is often assumed. If we stick to the basics of looking at the context and comparing scripture with scripture I think the knot may unravel itself. The context tells us: It is the Antichrist that it is the "secret power of lawlessness" that is currently being restrained. This is related to "the man of lawlessness" and "the coming of the lawless one". This is clearly referring to the spirit of antichrist and the antichrist, also referred to as the beast in the book of the Revelation of Jesus Christ. So the question which follows, if we are seeking the identity of the restrainer, is: Who is restraining the antichrist/spirit of antichrist now? To answer this question, let's see where the Bible says the antichrist/beast is now, and how he is being restrained. Revelation 11:7 And when they shall have finished their testimony, the beast that ascendeth out of the bottomless pit shall make war against them, and shall overcome them, and kill them. Revelation 17:8 The beast that thou sawest was, and is not; and shall ascend out of the bottomless pit, and go into perdition: and they that dwell on the earth shall wonder, whose names were not written in the book of life from the foundation of the world, when they behold the beast that was, and is not, and yet is. So it is clear from these passages that the beast "is not, and yet is" and that he is in the bottomless pit. Let's look at one more related passage. The context of the following verse is a time yet future, the thousand year reign of Christ on earth. The verse is usefull for our study, however, because it tells us something of the nature and purpose of the bottomless pit. Revelation 20:3 And cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled: and after that he must be loosed a little season. So the bottomless pit is a place where the antichrist will be "shut up" and "sealed". Whatever else it may be, it is a place where the antichrist is "restrained". Who is doing the restraining? Two more passages shed additional light. Revelation 9:1 ¶And the fifth angel sounded, and I saw a star fall from heaven unto the earth: and to him was given the key of the bottomless pit. Revelation 20:1 ¶And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. So it would appear from these passages that it is the one who posesses the key, the angel or He who gives the key to the angel, is the one restraining. Now we are back to the original thought on this passage. Some would like to use the passage as a proof text for a pre-trib rapture. But "what saith the scripture?" Daniel 7:25 And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time. 2 Timothy 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Revelation 13:5 And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months. 6 And he opened his mouth in blasphemy against God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven. 7 And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them: and power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations. 8 And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world. 9 If any man have an ear, let him hear. Matthew 13:20 But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word, and anon with joy receiveth it; 21 Yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended. Thanks, Listener |
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24 | should women be ministers and pastors? | 1 Tim 2:12 | Listener | 35826 | ||
GodsOwn, The purpose of the epistle of I Timothy: 1 Tim 3:15 ... I write so that you will know how one ought to conduct himself in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and support of the truth. The teaching regarding your question: 1 Tim 2:12 But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet. 1 Tim 2:14 And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression. Also: 1 Cor 14:34 ¶ The women are to keep silent in the churches; for they are not permitted to speak, but are to subject themselves, just as the Law also says. These passages are straightforward, clear and concise. We all understand what they say. The problem is that our society is so out of step with God's order that His order seems incredible to us. Listener |
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25 | Should women be teaching in churches? | 1 Tim 2:12 | Listener | 47998 | ||
Aussie Janet, I would like to commend you on basing your question on the scriptures. The scripture you reference is clear and understandable, to those who want to understand it. Many do not, and respond with dogmatic emphasis that if the scripture is looked at from a certain angle then their view will carry the day. Humanity is fallen and certainly no less so as His return approaches. By way of context, the purpose of 1 Timothy: 1 Timothy 3:14 ¶These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: 15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. God bless, Listener |
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26 | When will the Temple be rebuilt | Revelation | Listener | 36321 | ||
Scopio, Excellent question. Since there is so much debate about the timing of the rapture relative to the tribulation period, let's save that part of the question for last. Regarding the temple: Most would agree that the "abomination of desolation", when the antichrist sets himself up as a god in the temple (2 Thess 2:4) takes place halfway through the seven-year tribulation period (Dan 9:27, 12:11; Matt 24:15). At the same time the offerings will cease to be offered in the temple (Dan 12:11). This would require the temple to be operational up to the middle of the tribulation period. It could be constructed before then, no one knows how long the offerings will be made before they are abolished. Regarding the rapture: In my opinion, 2 Thess 2:1-12 clearly teaches the relationship of the timing of the rapture in verse 1 and the antichrist setting himself up as a god in the temple in verse 4. Please read the passage for yourself and see what conclusion follows from the text. Listener |
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27 | 7 men in Revelation, which are you? | Rev 6:15 | Listener | 36423 | ||
Does this cover every person on earth - Yes and No. Yes, in that the last two types: bondmen and freemen, divide humanity into two parts. All are either slave or free. No, in that only men are mentioned, not women. Likely the culture in which the passage was written would interpret the terms as inclusive of women - but you did ask. Listener |
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28 | When does this take place? | Rev 12:10 | Listener | 47207 | ||
Excellent question, Mommapbs! Of course the pre-trib folks will say that this (and virtually all other prophecies) will be fullfilled after the rapture. I don't wish to start another pre/post/pre-wrath debate, but I would like to take a shot at your question. Taking the passage at face value, I'd say that the answer lies within the context of the chapter in question, Revelation 12. The sequence appears to go something like this: 1) Satan cast down. 2) Satan attacks the Jews (which I read as the mother [of Jesus] in the passage) 3) God protects the Jews. 4) Satan attacks the church. My understanding is that these attacks will be through satan's surrogate, the antichrist. It may be that this passage is congruent with Matthew 24:15-21 and Daniel 9:27. That is to say that satan is cast out of heaven during the middle of the tribulation, inhabits the antichrist who sets himself up as god (2 Thess 2:3-4) at the midpoint of the tribulation, at which time he first tries to annihilate the Jews, then the saints. He is allowed to pursue this end for 3.5 years. Rev 12:13 And when the dragon saw that he was cast unto the earth, he persecuted the woman which brought forth the man child. 14 And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent. 15 And the serpent cast out of his mouth water as a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away of the flood. 16 And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood which the dragon cast out of his mouth. 17 And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ. That the antichrist will persecute the saints for 3.5 years is clear from the following passages: Daniel 7:25 And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time. Rev 13:5 And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months... 7 And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them:... 9 If any man have an ear, let him hear. 10 He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity: he that killeth with the sword must be killed with the sword. Here is the patience and the faith of the saints. Jesus said that this time will be worse than any other in history (Matt 24:21). Imagine being a Jew during the holocaust - this will be worse. Without question. Romans 8:22 We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time 2 Peter 2:12 ... as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. 13But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness. |
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29 | what about the mark of the beast??? | Rev 13:16 | Listener | 36090 | ||
Good question. Concerning the location (hand or forehead): The mark will be considered mandantory - no exceptions. Those who do not have a right hand may be compelled to take the mark on their forehead. Everyone has a forehead (at least everyone that I know). No one really knows what form the mark will take, but it will clearly represent allegiance to the antichrist. I don't know that it really matters what form it takes, but I think the following ideas are clearly tought: 1) It is considered mandantory. 2) It clearly signifies allegience to antichrist. 3) It allienates one against God. Many say that salvation is not possible for those who take the mark. Rev 14:9-12 Does Matthew 5:30 Apply here? And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. Listener |
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30 | Which war is this? | Rev 20:8 | Listener | 47211 | ||
This is a good question. This war is clearly after the 1000 year reign of Christ, as the context shows (v. 7). It is my understanding that Armageddon happens just prior to the millenium, when Christ returns to rapture believers, then pour out His wrath upon the wicked. I do not know that this battle in Rev 20:8 has a name. Although I am very interested in prophecy, I am not at all sure that we have a clear understanding of which prophecies apply to the return of Christ and which apply to the passage you referenced. Most would say that Ezekiel 38-39 will be fulfilled prior to the millenium. Events in 39:9-12 (burning weapons for fuel for seven years, burying the dead for seven months) would seem to indicate that this occurs before the eternal state which will follow the millenium. But the references to Gog and Magog seem to parallel Rev 20:8 which is clearly at the end of the millenium (Rev 20:7). The passage in Ezekiel also ties in with many other "day of the Lord" passages (ie. Joel 2). One possible way to reconcile the apparent name/timing conflict is that Gog is a fallen angel. Angels can be associated with nations (Dan 10:12-13, Dan 10:20-21). I wish I could give you a staightforward, definite answer. My gut feeling though, is that the relationship between the return of Jesus, "the day of the Lord", Armageddon and the rebellion at the end of the millenium is more complex or at least different than we now expect. Perhaps we are somewhat like the Jewish believers before Jesus came, who may have been unable to reconcile the "suffering servant" of Isaiah 53 with the king on David's throne of Isaiah 9:7. Notwithstanding all that, Jesus is comming back. It will be the best thing that could happen, and at the worst time in time in the history of the world. Isaiah 40:4 Every valley shall be exalted And every mountain and hill brought low; The crooked places shall be made straight And the rough places smooth; 5The glory of the LORD shall be revealed, And all flesh shall see it together; For the mouth of the LORD has spoken." Come quickly, Lord Jesus. |
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31 | Which war is this? | Rev 20:8 | Listener | 47212 | ||
This also is not an answer to your question. Mommapbs - I didn't know how else to contact you - can you do me a favor? If it is convenient please read my responce to "are women not allowed to be preachers" and give me a reality/scripture check. I value your opinion. Thanks, Listener |
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