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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] |
Bible Question: Can we come up with a "Biblically sound" outline of the events of The Second Coming of Christ in chronological order (this must happen before that) just from the Biblical text itself? |
Bible Answer: Greetings Nolan! Let me be the first to attempt a response to your question! Disclaimer: The following is based upon a chart I prepared for a 2 year Bible study that I conducted in two different churches where I pastored. I do not consider it to be infallible! It simpy reflects my current understanding of eschatology. Leading up to Daniel's 70th Week: a) The Seven Seals (Rev. 6:1-8:5): I view these as general signs leading up to the 70th week. As such, we are probably experiencing them right now. The First 3 1/2 years of Daniel's 70th Week: a) The Time of Jacob's Trouble (Jer. 30:7-12): I see this first period as being a time of testing for Israel. The result of which will be many in Israel coming to faith in Christ. b) The Ministy of the Two Witnesses (Rev. 11:1-19): I view these two men as prophets who will primarily be reaching out to Israel and speaking out against the anti-christ, much like Elijah did with Ahab. c) The Reign of the Anti-Christ (Rev. 12:1-13:18): This was the most difficult decision I had to make. This may belong in the second half, but currently, I believe it belongs in the first half. d) The Seven Trumpets (Rev. 8:5-11:19): I view the trumpets as more specific signs which will occur throughout the first half of Daniel's 70th week. They will probably be much like the plagues on Egypt and be a constant thorn in the side for the anti-christ. The Middle of Daniel's 70th Week: a) The Rapture of the Church (Rev. 14:14-20): I believe that the rapture will occur at the sounding of the 7th trumpet and will signal a change from a time of trouble for Israel to a time of wrath for the world. The Last 3 1/2 Years of Daniel's 70th Week: a) The Time of God's Wrath (Rev. 11:16-19): I believe that the second half will be composed of God's judgements being poured out upon an unbelieving world. b) The Seven Bowls of God's Wrath (Rev. 15:1-16:20): These judgements will be very specific and intense. Events Following Daniel's 70th Week: a) The Second Coming of Christ (Rev. 19:1:21) b) The Millenial Reign of Christ (Rev. 20:1-6) c) The Battle of Armageddon (Rev. 20:7-10) d) The Great White Throne of Judgement (Rev. 20:11-15) e) Creation of the New Heaven and the New Earth (Rev. 21:1-22:21) *************************************** Again, this is just my opinion. It is nothing more and nothing less. I think I can defend it from Scripture, but I am open to other views. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |