tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post7428637863341680481..comments2023-10-02T06:23:55.831-07:00Comments on Solid Rock or Sinking Sand: Rapture of the Church (Part 1)Solid Rock or Sinking Sandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04815501572621378327noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-51365607985174793112011-09-04T20:52:45.666-07:002011-09-04T20:52:45.666-07:00Lloyd,
There is indeed different views as to whe...Lloyd,<br /> <br />There is indeed different views as to when believers will be raptured. I tend to believe it's during the mid-tribulation period.<br /> <br />But as far as those who are already asleep being caught up with the Lord first is a true certainty.<br /> <br />I, for one, am looking forward to going home to be with Christ! I've been reading Heaven by Randy Alcorn and am getting excited.<br /> <br />Thanks for this excellent study. God bless!<br /> <br />DeanGlory to Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11506057108573562163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-19038540284461736952011-09-03T17:51:21.289-07:002011-09-03T17:51:21.289-07:00Lloyd, bless you and thank you for posting about t...Lloyd, bless you and thank you for posting about this controversial subject. There is much misunderstanding in the church about this.<br /><br />It seems today that those who believe in the Rapture are often looked down upon by those who do not; broadly speaking, the "intellectuals" tend not to believe it, and accuse those who do, of ignorance, "easy believism," and escapism. They are often unaccountably angry over the issue - is it to cover their insecurity, and their resentment at the certainty of the faith of those who believe in the Rapture?<br /><br />Many people like this think they have a knowledge of the Scriptures, but they are not "rightly dividing" the Word of truth. There are seeming contradictions between the various Scriptures about Jesus' coming again, but these disappear once one accepts that He will appear not once, but on two separate occasions: once, "for" His Church, and then "with" His Church.<br /><br />I do not look on belief in the Rapture as a form of escapism from "the wrath to come," but rather a call to holiness, and to give a sense of urgency to reach as many people as possible with the Gospel before it is too late; once the Rapture occurs, those who are left will have a much harder time, whether they choose to accept Christ or not.<br /><br />Thank you again, and may the Lord bless you for your faithfulness. Thank you also for your continuing prayers, and for your lovely comments on my blog!Shoshihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00028185699225457125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-32141933509130683282011-09-03T11:37:20.835-07:002011-09-03T11:37:20.835-07:00I've always heard about the Rapture, but never...I've always heard about the Rapture, but never truly understood it; I thought it would be full of calamity and commotion. But all of this occurs in the "twinkling of an eye". This post provided a <i>ton</i> of clarity. Thank you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08112193183548255778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-55330117968946627272011-09-02T11:08:22.102-07:002011-09-02T11:08:22.102-07:00No one knows when Jesus will come:) I look forward...No one knows when Jesus will come:) I look forward to when he comes! Glad you're back to blog again. 've missed reading your blog: DEllen Lundberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16201534114901481393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-80561612837794020182011-09-02T00:49:39.474-07:002011-09-02T00:49:39.474-07:00"Solid Rock or Sinking Sand" has been in..."Solid Rock or Sinking Sand" has been included in this weeks Sites To See. I hope this helps to attract many new visitors here.<br /><br />http://asthecrackerheadcrumbles.blogspot.com/2011/09/sites-to-see.htmlAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349087080262856079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-47476436338759150082011-09-01T20:43:31.944-07:002011-09-01T20:43:31.944-07:00Hello Loyyd I am glad you have written about this....Hello Loyyd I am glad you have written about this. Yes there is much misunderstanding. I will write down the scriptures for further study. Blessings CrystalSr Crystal Mary Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03509227559164880311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-31758109446529440752011-09-01T14:10:53.214-07:002011-09-01T14:10:53.214-07:00A subject that one can never preach on too frequen...A subject that one can never preach on too frequently, and one that tends to be terribly misunderstood, even by devout Christians.<br />There is a strange shift in today's thinking in the church; we no longer want to be Raptured, but want to make ready the kingdom FOR Christ. We have replaced a heavenly hope with earthly expectation.<br />Thank you for the post, Lloyd. You hit the nail right on the head.Ian Curtishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11027275808408069964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-42606876748374700702011-09-01T09:55:46.487-07:002011-09-01T09:55:46.487-07:00Maranatha!
Thanks for stopping by A Grace-full Li...Maranatha!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by A Grace-full Life. I really enjoy your blog!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />MarciaMarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17974315184297504423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-83490347151102044412011-09-01T09:35:07.169-07:002011-09-01T09:35:07.169-07:00As you mention, the information about both the rap...As you mention, the information about both the rapture is meant to be a comfort to those who believe in Christ throughout the church age. The teachings about the tribulation period are primarily for those who will experience it and be saved during it so their faith will not be destroyed by the events of the time. <br /><br />Isn't it wonderful that God is considerate enough to let us know what is going on in order to alleviate our concerns?Donald Fishgrabhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11977970195032209188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-89739350885412441302011-09-01T08:03:44.311-07:002011-09-01T08:03:44.311-07:00With all the trials we go through, sometimes I wis...With all the trials we go through, sometimes I wish it's here NOW! But God knows better. I'm glad He is a patient God Who wants many to come to Him. <br /><br />Thank you bro. Lloyd for your encouragement. If not for the Lord, I don't know what I should be doing. But because of Him, everything I have to go through and still going through actually is turning out to be more of a greater blessing. Praise His Holy Name! It comforts me that what is to come far outweighs all these battles we go through. May the Lord protect you and your family as you continue to share the Truth!rcubeshttp://offthebeatentrek.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-601271736781558965.post-60011383170335508302011-08-31T12:23:01.642-07:002011-08-31T12:23:01.642-07:00Amen! Praise God that He will Rapture believers to...Amen! Praise God that He will Rapture believers to meet with Him before the great wrath of the Tribulation, that we will be enjoying Christ's presence in our glorified bodies, and that we will return with Him as His armies to fight the Battle of Armageddon at the Second Coming! (http://savedbygracebiblestudy.blogspot.com/2011/06/god-will-spare-us-from-coming-wrath.html) Keep up the great work, Lloyd, and God bless you and your readers! LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.com