We all know those who love God but are not interested whatsoever in the Rapture. This is unfortunate to say the least. One can only speculate whether they will be "counted worthy to escape all these things," as we read in Luke 21:36:

"Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man." 

And it's not that we even can be "worthy" just counted worthy, for none of us is worthy of the great privilege of missing death. It will all depend upon our hearts, whether or not our countenance was unfeigned before Him while we lived on the earth. And only God knows who has a pure, sincere heart and who does not, at least when there is reason for question or doubt....

By that same token, it's also not about knowing about the Rapture, because God does not require that we must be students of prophecy, but those who love His Appearing have circumcised hearts and that's what matters to Him.

But for those who do know and love His Appearing There Are Many benefits…..

THE LIST:

1). BELIEVING IN THE RAPTURE IS A FEAR -STOMPER AND A TRUST-BUILDER

This can help us sleep soundly at night; not afraid of all the evil going on around us. We can rest assured that we have the Blood of Jesus on our doorposts (Psalm 90-91). By trusting in the Rapture, we are trusting in GOD's Sovereignty and commitment to us (Hebrews 13:5) and due to this knowledge we can be strengthened and remain courageous in the face of whatever comes.

The sheer joy of knowing that, yes everything is going wrong; bad is good and good is bad and it's only going to worsen, BUT Jesus is COMING to take us out of this world right at the perfect moment and not only will we be spared all the horrors that will come upon this world; we will be with God in Heaven with supernatural bodies, like Jesus! (Isaiah 5:20, 1Thessalonians 5:9, Matthew 24 & 1Corinthians 15:51-54)

How awesome to NOT have to abide in fear, as so many are right now! (But we do have the awesome privilege of praying for them.)

2). BETTER, MORE COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF THE TIMES

In the midst of all the confusion in which the world is grappling, those who love and trust in the knowledge that Christ is coming for His Church are afforded the peace of knowing the Truth and, therefore, do not have to abide in the confusion in which so many are struggling!

For example, the Covid vaccine is part of the beast system. It’s not the actual mark that comes during the Antichrist’s reign, but it’s part of the set-up.

 Next, the vaccine provides a lot of the information, but the mark (embedded chip) will provide the powers that be even more information, and act as a keypad to make purchases and so forth...

The world government will use this oppressive system to control every person who walks upon the face of the earth.  

3). TOOLS FOR SPIRITUAL WARFARE

This knowledge is a powerful tool against Satan's devices, which are quickly approaching maximum levels of influence. Notwithstanding, he is still showing his hand all over the media; the major institutions of the world are changing their operating systems because of his lies. But those who know what’s coming are equipped to see right through all the devil’s sneaky tricks.

For example, we know that ALL LIVES MATTER to GOD and that God is against abortion and there is much more that Satan is doing these days to fool people. Most especially, the lie of the Antichrist, who will fool so many into believing he has the world’s best interests at heart.

4). GAINING ADVANTAGE OVER THE PLANS OF THE WICKED

Awareness of evil is step one, using said knowledge is step two. For example, we see the evil behind the vaccine, thus, we know not to get the vaccine, no matter what, we cannot allow it. And even though we must obey the mask mandate, we can speak up against it and ought to, because we know that it’s part of the government's way of getting people to accept their control.

These tactics are in place to groom us to follow the rules designed to appear to be for our good and keep us healthy, when in reality they are all just a part of the evil master plan to gain complete control: economically through the coming one world currency and spiritually; combining all religions and governmentally, as they usher in the One World Order. In the economic arena, the Antichrist will use the beast system to control all buying and selling (Revelation 13:17).

We can also understand the lie of climate change, as we know God alone controls the weather, as He’s the One in charge of everything, and that their catch-phrases are also designed to mislead, like "love is love" and "black lives matter." Even if we are not in a position to do anything about these things, we can spread these truths to anyone who will listen. By not falling for Satan’s lies, we are strengthened in the making of wise choices, amid all the current-day matters and conundrums.

Did you know that they are planning to blame our Rapture on aliens; saying they took us?!

NOTE: Aliens are really demons masquerading as beings from another planet. They also use this trick in regard to ghosts, as ghosts are really demons masquerading as people who have died.

Another example of Satan’s lies is this so-called "pandemic.” It’s more like a plandemic; a major part of the grand deception the devil is using against mankind at this time. He’s spurring on the wicked to increase those numbers of the death toll; making it appear much more serious than it actually is. Yes the disease is real, but the powers that be want the public to be in a state of fear and panic so everyone will accept their plan and not suspect that it is indeed EVIL. They want people to submit, because it's easier for them than having to fight society to get everyone to cooperate.

Knowing these things and more; seeing it all so clearly, we are enabled to rise above the worry, confusion, depression and fear because we know the Truth and are subsequently equipped to share this Truth with those we know and love.

5). A MORE WELL-ROUNDED, ADVANCED UNDERSTANDING OF THE BIBLE

One third of the Bible is Prophecy. And Prophecy is God's warnings to us; telling us beforehand what He's going to do and what we can expect and what certain things really mean. Because of prophecy, we who want to know are enabled to know what's behind all the wicked plots and schemes going on in our government and the world at large.

Like a reward for our faithfulness, He pours out His Wisdom, because we are seeking His Answers to the world’s problems, rather than the ordinary solutions the rest of the world is adopting, and we grow in knowledge, wisdom and understanding.  

Furthermore, the Bible comes into focus in a more complete manner; one in which we more readily comprehend, like how the varying books of the bible relate to one another.

Case in point; we see the Rapture in the Old Testament (Elijah-2Kings 2 and Enoch-Genesis 5:24, for example), realize that Jesus was Raptured, because His Resurrection was synonymous with it, only in Jesus' case: the most vital and necessary of all.

The Rapture is when we will be resurrected and the dead as well (1thessalonians 4:13-18). And there are a plethora of other examples we see through prophecies already fulfilled, both within the Old Testament and those that cross over to the New Testament.

Bible Prophecy is for serious believers who strive to be lifetime students of the Word. An example of this deeper learning: Paul’s teachings become more clear. No wonder he emphasized spiritual growth so much, like proclaiming that we ought to “work out our salvation with fear and trembling.”

For those alive on planet earth today; his words of warning should be regarded as even more poignant a message. We can also understand why Jesus warned of “the door being shut” in Matthew 25, right after stern and ominous warnings of the 7 year Tribulation in Matthew 24. And we can gain a more proper understanding of those passages we didn’t previously understand, when we realize they refer to the End Times, like the “dry bones” prophecy in Ezekiel 37:1-10.

To sum this up; everything we read becomes more relatable and it’s glorious!    

6). COMFORT FOR OTHERS

Through sharing what we’ve learned!

7). A TOOL TO HELP OUR KIDS COPE WITH ALL THE WICKEDNESS AND CRISIS GOING ON ALL AROUND THEM

We can use our understanding to reassure our children in their fears; informing them of this Heavenly knowledge appropriately, which is no doubt the best medicine to fight their fear and sadness!

8). SHARING THE AWE-INSPIRING NEWS OF THE RAPTURE CAN BE USED TO HELP OTHERS GET SAVED

However, this must be approached very carefully, as not to frighten anyone; pushing them even further away from God. We have to use a great deal of finesse, but this powerful doctrine is certainly useful in certain evangelistic situations.

9). WE’RE AMONG AN ELITE GROUP OF BELIEVERS

We become a part of a small, but very blessed group of Christ-followers.

Paul and his followers were uncertain of the timing, but were blessed to heed the Teachings of the Lord and ALL of His Warnings.

10). THE FORE-KNOWLEDGE THAT WE GET TO FORGO DEATH; CHOSEN FOR A TIME SUCH AS THIS

What an amazing blessing to never have to die! Our health may even improve just from basking in this amazing knowledge; what a benefit!

11). WE NATURALLY DRAW CLOSER TO HIM

We grow and develop in our relationship with Him, as we continue to seek Him more deeply and thereby, recognize His Mercy and protection over us; things work out better and we may just find our prayers answered and His Provision more abundant. 

Moreover, where there is spiritual growth, there is better understanding of God’s Character, therefore, we see His Hand in more areas of our lives; in essence, we are more blessed, not only with knowledge, but with what to do with that knowledge.  

12).KNOWLEDGE OF THE RAPTURE TEACHES US NOT TO BE CARNAL

This special knowledge has the power to reveal the value of consecration toward our God; looking to Him as King.

Jesus provides an ominous warning regarding this condition in The Parable of the 10 Virgins in Matthew 25 and Matthew 7:21-23. 

Abiding in the knowledge that God so generously offers and loving His Appearing (Ephesians 1:8) benefits the believer in a multitude of ways and may even act as a cover; protecting one’s body from panic, confusion, misinformation, depression, giving up, anger, frustration, loneliness, fear and it’s possible we MAY even notice improvements in our health and we find things work out for our good, if God permits of course.

But, if we experience new things going wrong in our bodies, we can see it as a reminder that 'This affliction won't even have a chance to come to its complete fruition! All pain and suffering will be interrupted at His Appearing for those who are taken in the Rapture!

The Apostle Paul taught from his own experiences of spiritual growth and exclaimed important lessons he learned, like in Philippians 4:12. No matter what he was going through, (like being imprisoned) he did not allow his circumstances to derail him.

Furthermore, Jesus said: “I am the vine and you are the branches in John 15:51 and that we cannot rely on the ways of this world in Matthew 16:25.

Besides these things, God has prepared for us so many examples. Israel wandered around in the wilderness for 40 years due to their stubborn rebellion. This serves as an example for the body of Christ; our attitude determines how long we will need to remain in the wilderness of life. 

In conclusion, what we chose to do with the knowledge of the Rapture is like a test of our hearts. Ultimately, it’s our choice; we choose between staying here and going with God. (Deuteronomy 31:5)

To bask in loving His Appearing, we are illustrating to all, including our Lord, that we are eternally-minded; more interested in our citizenship in Heaven (Philippians 3:20), than our lives here on earth, which certainly qualifies as spiritual growth and is pleasing to our Lord Jesus!

As Bible students increase in knowledge of the Rapture, an amazing thing happens, there is an amazing increase in wisdom. There is no confusion; we know exactly what's happening and can comprehend the “bad is good and good is bad” (Isaiah 5:20) scenario the devil is using to do his work and spread the lies of his anti-God doctrines and policies and evil propaganda.

Inasmuch as we have opened ourselves up to learning the full counsel of God, this increase also allows us to comprehend the nearness of the most glorious event that will ever occur on the earth. And we are assured that the Rapture will happen AND at the perfect moment, in the not-too-distant future!

Ultimately, it’s our choice. We get to choose between staying here or going with God. (Deuteronomy 30:15)

NOTE: It's also helpful to keep in mind that we are all being tested right now as a foreshadow of the testing that will come upon the whole earth, (Revelation 3:10-11) as this may help to keep you strong and enable you to pass your test!

 

Can I get an AMEN?

“Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.”

(2Timothy 4:8)

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