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NASB | 1 Thessalonians 4:17 Then we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we shall always be with the Lord. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Thessalonians 4:17 Then we who are alive and remain [on the earth] will simultaneously be caught up (raptured) together with them [the resurrected ones] in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord! [John 14:3; 1 Cor 15:52; 2 Cor 5:8; Phil 1:23; Col 3:4] |
Subject: Rapture |
Bible Note: Greetings Fcs375! Yes, I agree: even though I don't think Christians ought to argue about when the rapture occurs, I do think every Christian needs to examine the biblical evidence and come to a conviction (on their own) on the issue. If one thing can be said for the Pre-tribulation view, it stresses an immediacy of a repentant heart and faith at the time of Christ's return: Luke 18:8 "I tell you that He will bring about justice for them quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" Blessings to you, Makarios |