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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: Order of events at the 2nd Coming? |
Bible Note: The problem arises when we believe our opinion to be right. I recently preached to a small house church that meets near my home. The point of that lesson is that no-one has a corner on truth. We all strive for it but I doubt there is a single person who has an absolute and perfect understanding of all scripture. I have to admit that I often come across overly dogmatic and have to fight to keep my own mind open. Viewpoints can change and indeed should change since that is evidence of growth. Not "blown about by every wind of doctrine" but clear headed, prayer guided study of the word and a "sincere love of the truth". I do not know all truth, neither does my father or mother, or Tim Moran, or Nolan, or anyone else (hope you don't mind me using your names). I hope that this forum will help us all honestly seek the truth. Defend your position but be ready to withdraw and change sides if your position becomes indefencible. Tim |