Bible Question: what is the rapture |
Bible Answer: The word "rapture" is not actually found in scripture. It is a eschatalogical doctrine that at Christ's second coming Christians will be transported out of this world into His presence. It is primarily held by those who also believe in the eventual millennial reign of Christ. It is a doctrine that did not appear in Christian circles until sometime around 1830. Some people feel that the doctrine originated with the brilliant theologian John Darby. This is easily disproved, however Darby certainly popularized the teaching. There are others on this forum that might be able to offer some scriptural basis for the rapture. However, if anyone uses Luke 17, tell them to look more closely at the end of the chapter. Luke 17 is talking about people being taken to judgment. |
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