Exactly
and well-said!
A Sense of the Nearness
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and well-said!
lismore
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I have heard that from many Christians, they've found a new urgency in the last few years, especially since 2011, 2012, 2013 etc. I think the Holy Spirit is speaking to many believers about the times we're living in, the closeness of the Lord's return and to dedicate the remaining time to the Lord.
As Habbakuk said: For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay (Hab 2:3)
'Linger' and 'delay' are not the same thing. The appointed time is nearly upon us. Look forward to meeting you all soon in a better place.
God Bless
Love His Appearing
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Foolish? Yes? Fun? Also, yes.
I can think of a lot worse ways to fill the time while we wait. I agree that setting actual dates is detrimental, but I do believe we are supposed to know the season and we are definitely in it.
Andy C
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Since I believe a gap in time will be needed after the rapture, and before the tribulation begins, yes, the rapture could happen at any moment. Once we’re gone, I think the OWG will form quite fast.
Epieikes
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If we DO die, as generations before us did, then we know that true believers are in His presence immediately. Win, win. "To live is Christ, to die is gain."
My curious mind wonders if, even among PreTrib Rapture-solid believers, some aren't still afraid to die. "One way or another, Lord Jesus. I just wanna be with You." When others see our genuine excitement about EITHER option, that'll preach.
Andy C
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Its a win win situation. Either eternity starts immediately for me, or in a few more decades, the end result is the same!
I have no fear of dying, but would prefer the rapture vice a painful drawn out death!
Amethyst
Angie ... †
I don’t care about dying nor should a believer fear it
I was simply speaking to the fact that centuries have come and gone since those words of exhortation by Paul. And that “can” be a discouragement for believers to exhortation today.
lismore
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hello! Interesting point. I think our generation has signposts that haven't been there for 2,000 years, like Israel. When Paul wrote there was an Israel, not for any subsequent generation until 1948. God Bless
I think the convergence of signs today shows that we are getting very close, but I don't know exactly when the rapture will happen.
I am with the rest of you and my afternoon is free for the rapture to happen.
I am with the rest of you and my afternoon is free for the rapture to happen.
lightofmylife
Blessed Hope-Prepare To Fly!
There is nothing so important that I don't haveI think the convergence of signs today shows that we are getting very close, but I don't know exactly when the rapture will happen.
I am with the rest of you and my afternoon is free for the rapture to happen.
time to go to heaven. Even a trip somewhere is nothing compared to the glory of heaven with Jesus and all my brothers and sisters in Christ.kathymendel
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I'm free, too! Anytime, Lord, but please SOON!!!!I think the convergence of signs today shows that we are getting very close, but I don't know exactly when the rapture will happen.
I am with the rest of you and my afternoon is free for the rapture to happen.
My daughter, Deb, and I pray daily (and nightly) that it will happen any time now.
I'm turning 78 and while I am not afraid of death in the least (it would be a relief, really), I am praying we will go in the rapture.
I'd like to stay here til then, so we have my social security income and my assets to see us through. If I die it would put her in a
hard place...........financially and emotionally. We are resting in His promise and on the signs of His coming for us.
Ghoti Ichthus
Pray so they do not serve alone. Ephesians 6:10-20
I wish a Christian journalist would ask because it would rapidly become an opportunity to share The Gospel with a whole bunch of people
Ghoti Ichthus
Pray so they do not serve alone. Ephesians 6:10-20
I'm tingly and haven't been sleeping well. Far too excited. Kind of like a kid on Christmas Eve 
Watching Ezekiel 38-39 unfold . . . what a privilege!
Not the same sense of dread about Russia/USSR like the Cold War and MAD. Just God's peace that He is in control, what will happen is His Will, and not to be concerned or scared because it'll be quick
Although, I still sometimes get the willies about starvation because of the news, plus grocery store spot out-of-stock and shortages, and prices.
Time to take a nap and dream of meeting Jesus, any time, now
Watching Ezekiel 38-39 unfold . . . what a privilege!
Not the same sense of dread about Russia/USSR like the Cold War and MAD. Just God's peace that He is in control, what will happen is His Will, and not to be concerned or scared because it'll be quick
Although, I still sometimes get the willies about starvation because of the news, plus grocery store spot out-of-stock and shortages, and prices.
Time to take a nap and dream of meeting Jesus, any time, now
lightofmylife
Blessed Hope-Prepare To Fly!
Nothing like taking aI'm tingly and haven't been sleeping well. Far too excited. Kind of like a kid on Christmas Eve
Watching Ezekiel 38-39 unfold . . . what a privilege!
Not the same sense of dread about Russia/USSR like the Cold War and MAD. Just God's peace that He is in control, what will happen is His Will, and not to be concerned or scared because it'll be quick
Although, I still sometimes get the willies about starvation because of the news, plus grocery store spot out-of-stock and shortages, and prices.
Time to take a nap and dream of meeting Jesus, any time, now
nap and waking up in heaven! That is what I call a dream come true.
Ghoti Ichthus
Pray so they do not serve alone. Ephesians 6:10-20
Nothing like taking a
Naps for everyone!!!
Come Lord Jesus . . .
Andy C
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Can you elaborate on why you believe this prophecy is unfolding now?
Love His Appearing
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Sadly, this can also come across as depression. I once told a Christian counsellor that I was praying and longing for Jesus' return and he thought that meant I was suicidal.
lightofmylife
Blessed Hope-Prepare To Fly!
One thing is for sure we do want to leave this crazy world, but not by suicide. Heaven is a sinless place and will be so beautiful in every way especially withSadly, this can also come across as depression. I once told a Christian counsellor that I was praying and longing for Jesus' return and he thought that meant I was suicidal.
Ghoti Ichthus
Pray so they do not serve alone. Ephesians 6:10-20
I'll gather my thoughts and after I compose something thought-out, start a separate thread and tag you so you see it
DWB
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I believe Nebuchadnezzar took it all. The Meads and Persians, and then Alexander the Great most likely had a share also. It was rumored the Romans in 70AD tore the Temple down block by block believing gold and silver were hidden between the blocks.
