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Are You Ready for the Rapture? 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Titus 2:11-13

Explore the concept of the Rapture from biblical perspectives, delving into different views and implications. Learn about the sequence of events, timing theories, and how the Rapture impacts Christian living. Engage in discussions and reflections guided by relevant scriptures. Discover how the Rapture influences our perspective on eternity and motivates us to live faithfully and evangelize. Are you ready for this significant event?

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Are You Ready for the Rapture? 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Titus 2:11-13

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  1. Are You Ready for the Rapture? 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Titus 2:11-13

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  3. Rapture – “To take by force,” “Snatch away,” or “Catch up.”

  4. Second Coming Rapture Eternity The Timing of the Rapture (Matthew 24:29-31; Revelation 19:11-21) (1 Thessalonians 4:17) The Church with Christ (1 Thessalonians 4:17; Revelation 19:5-10) Israel and the Church are separate and distinct people/programs (1 Corinthians 10:32) 1,000 year earthly Kingdom: The Millennium (Revelation 20:4) Seven years of Tribulation on Earth (Daniel 9:24-27; Revelation 6-16) Church/NT Believers Resurrected/Raptured and Judged (1 Thessalonians 4:13-17; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15) OT and Tribulation Saints Resurrected (Daniel 12:2; Revelation 20:4) General Resurrection and Judgment (Daniel 12:2; Revelation 20:11ff)

  5. Eternity The Pre-Tribulation Rapture Second Coming Rapture Christ’s Death, Resurrection, Ascension 7 Years 1,000 Years Church Age Tribulation Millennium The Church will be raptured before (Rev 3:10) the tribulation which is for Israel (Jer 30:7, Dan 9:24-7).

  6. Eternity The Pre-Wrath Rapture Second Coming Rapture Christ’s Death, Resurrection, Ascension 3 1/2 Years 3 1/2 Years 1,000 Years Church Age Tribulation Millennium The Church will go through most of the tribulation, but be kept from the last, most difficult part, the wrath of God (see Mt 24:21-31).

  7. Eternity The Mid-Tribulation Rapture Second Coming Rapture Christ’s Death, Resurrection, Ascension 3 1/2 Years 3 1/2 Years 1,000 Years Church Age Tribulation Millennium The Church will be kept from the last, and worst 31/2 years of the Tribulation (Dan 9:27; 12:7, 11 and Rev 11:2; 12:6, 14)

  8. Eternity The Post-Tribulation Rapture Rapture/Second Coming Christ’s Death, Resurrection, Ascension 7 Years 1,000 Years Church Age Tribulation Millennium The "coming" of the Second Coming of Jesus (Mat 24:27; 25:6) and the "coming" of the Rapture ( 1 Thes 4:15, 17) are the same event/"meeting."

  9. Eternity The Partial Rapture Raptures Second Coming Christ’s Death, Resurrection, Ascension 7 Years 1,000 Years Church Age Tribulation Millennium Only those who are "watching and waiting" (Mat 25:1-13) will be raptured before and throughout the tribulation.

  10. DISCUSSION GUIDE 1. What was Paul’s purpose in writing (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14)? To instruct and encourage the Thessalonians regarding those who had died.

  11. DISCUSSION GUIDE 2. How do (vs. 13-14) bring comfort and hope to those who have lost Christian loved ones? Christians will be resurrected like Christ.

  12. DISCUSSION GUIDE 3. What is the sequence of events for the Rapture in (vs. 14-17)? • Deceased believers will be resurrected first • Living believers will then be raptured • Christ’s return could happen any day

  13. DISCUSSION GUIDE 4. Do you feel urgency for your non- believing friends and family members? Why or why not?

  14. DISCUSSION GUIDE 5. List the different views of the timing of the Rapture. • Pre-tribulation • Mid-tribulation • Post-tribulation • Partial Rapture

  15. DISCUSSION GUIDE 6. What will be the “nature” of resurrection bodies? (1 Corinthians 15:50) They will not be flesh and blood but will be suitable for eternity.

  16. DISCUSSION GUIDE 7. What actions are we to do according to (1 Corinthians 15:58)? • Work with abandon for the Lord • Work realizing our labor will not be in vain

  17. DISCUSSION GUIDE 8. What are the implications of (Titus 2:11)? The grace of God has made salvation possible and available to all.

  18. DISCUSSION GUIDE 9. The grace of God trains you to say no to sin and yes to God. How are you doing in this endeavor today? (Titus 2:12)

  19. DISCUSSION GUIDE 10. What needs to change in your life in order for you to live out your call to godliness? (V. 13)

  20. THE NEXT EVENT: RAPTURE, SO WHAT NOW? • We should live with hope! • We should live expectantly! • We should live differently! • We should live evangelistically!

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