The Great Mystery Of The Rapture

This book is an exhaustive, thorough examination of the subjects relating to what will be an unprecedented occurrence for the Church-the Rapture. The author cites scriptural references that point to an event that requires the separation of light from darkness. Such a division is necessary for the development and implementation of the masterplan of deception and the ultimate fulfillment of the words of the Bible, "... and all the world wondered after the beast..." Book jacket.

'The Rapture' is one of the most remarkable mysteries in the Bible. God's Word promises us that we will be raptured to heaven in a twinkling of an eye. Because of the cacophony of erroneous ideas of this mystery, one might not know what to believe.

Did you ever ask yourself: "Who am I? What am I? Why am I?" You are a mystery. The world about you is a mystery. Now, you can understand!

Do the scriptures support a secret Rapture to rescue the Church before the tribulation of the last days, or do believers need to prepare to face a time of persecution that will test their faith? Many Christians have been taught that Jesus Christ will Rapture away believers from the earth before the tribulation of the last days. Many others believe the Church will go through the tribulation and meet Christ in the air at His Second Coming. How do faithful Christians arrive at different conclusions? This book takes a fresh look by weighing the biblical evidence to answer these questions about the Rapture. Lay aside what you have always heard and take an impartial look of what does the Bible really say or doesn’t say. You may be surprised at what you discover. The mystery surrounding the Rapture is explored by addressing six key questions in uncovering whether Christ’s return is marked by one event or two. The two most popular viewpoints, the pretribulation and posttribulation Rapture, will be contrasted in a fair and balanced study. Prepare yourself for what lies ahead for our world. Craig Cordle has spent over thirty-seven years in the teaching ministry with a passion in Bible end-time prophecy. His insight in this area and impartially on the subject provides a unique perspective in addressing questions concerning the Rapture. This book will serve as an invaluable guide in the debate of the timing of the Rapture. 2 2

"Solving the Puzzling Mystery of the Rapture" is a very easy to read book. I intend to use the whole Bible as the picture on a puzzle box. It is much easier to understand Bible prophecy if you study the Old and New Testament together. To many times people take one or two verses and try to form a doctrine . They get the puzzle pieces in the wrong places. If your view or my view do not fit the rest of scripture we need to rethink what we thought. God also hid gold nuggets all through the Bible he expects us to dig for them, he calls them mysteries. I hope that you have as much fun reading about these discoveries as I had in writing about them. The book is written in a spirit of love and not to attack those that may have a different opinion. Let us simply follow God's clues were they lead us.

Get Caught Up in the Rapture! Religious jargon aside, just what is the rapture? Why is it such a big deal among Christians today? Here are the answers. Could the Rapture Happen Today? clearly defines this event and tackles the most commonly asked questions surrounding it. With solid evidence backing his responses, Mark Hitchcock also boldly explores the most controversial and pressing question, When will it happen? With biblically sound, detailed arguments supporting the belief that the rapture will occur prior to the tribulation (pre-trib), Hitchcock tackles the question from every angle. Your nagging questions relieved, this fascinating page-turner will still leave you on the edge of your seat, anticipating Christ’s return at any unexpected moment! WRAPPED UP IN THE RAPTURE Pre-Trib Mid-Trib Post-Trib Say what? Scholars debate and theses are written, but you simply want to know, Just what is the Rapture? and, When might it occur? Or maybe you’re wondering how the Rapture differs from Christ’s return, or whether the destinies of the unsaved can change during the horrifying years of the Great Tribulation. Prophecy expert Mark Hitchcock tackles your most common questions from every angle. Because—while the exact day and hour cannot be forecasted—biblically sound, detailed arguments state the case for the Rapture occurring prior to the Tribulation. Get the clear answers you need and move boldly forward with peace of mind. Story Behind the Book “The one biblical truth that has affected my Christian life more than any other is the rapture of the church—the belief that Jesus could come at any moment to take His people away to be with Him. It deeply affects how I view my life, this world, and how I live each day. I have always wanted to write a book that clearly explains the truth of the any-moment rapture and how it should affect our daily lives. I’m grateful that the good people at Multnomah have given me the opportunity to share my passion for this blessed hope with others." — Mark Hitchcock

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.