Preparing for His coming

In relation to End times and the involvement of the Church, I think we need to remember one thing, we will be raptured before the Tribulation. Now that does not mean that we will not face tribulation but not the wrath of God. The Church will go before Christ at the Bema seat and will be directly involved in the Marriage supper of the Lamb, while on earth the 7 years Tribulation will occur. In relation to the coming of this time, it is our commandment from the Lord to be witnesses to all the earth and that command does not cease until we are no longer on this earth. We are not responsible for straightening out the world and its governments to prepare the earth for the 2nd advent of Christ, but we are to understand that all rulers and leaders on the earth are setup by Him, and we are to respect them in light of that fact. Romans 13 explains that clearly, and this was in a time when extreme persecution was coming against the church.

Joseph's Coats

I recently was studying in Genesis about Joseph and picked up on some similarities that I have never notice before. When he was thrown into the pit, by his brothers, his coat of many colors (one that would represent prominence) was taken from him and covered with goat's blood and used as "evidence" of his slaughter by wild animals. Later on in his life while at Potiphar's house I see a similarity. Potiphar's wife begs Joseph, this one last time to sleep with her and Joseph responds by running away. She is left with his coat in her hands, which she uses as "evidence" that Joseph tried to force himself on her.

Now I do not know right now if there is any meaning behind this, but it is an interesting similarity that shows up in God's word. There are so many things that you can find if you just pay attention to the details that are on the page.

Rapture & End Times Discussion Forum

Through generations past, now doubt have men believe that the Rapture of the Church would happen before their death, I would also fall into this category. The world scene looks to be heading in this direction. We know that prophetic scriptures in Daniel, 1&2 Thessalonians, Revelation, and Ezekiel shed light on later times world events, as well as other books in scripture. My heart waits in anticipation and I feel the adrenaline flowing in my veins as I read or hear preached, passages concerning Christ return for the Church and His second Advent to this earth. As always my spirit longs for the day when this corrupt body will be glorified and when I might reign with Christ and be with Him for the beginning of forever.

This post is the beginning of, what I hope to be, a long and edifying discussion of our blessed hope and future. As always I invite anyone who will come to discuss these matters. From the onset, I prefer not to use this blog as a debating forum, that is why I filter comments. I am aware of the many different opinions that are involved in these topics, but please fill free to share what invigorates you as you study escatology(End Times Events).

In Complete Rest in my Savior