The End Times: Why God Wouldn’t Rapture Us

How do you think the world will end? When will it happen and will it happen all at once? Some Christians appear to be very sure they know what will happen, how it will happen, and when it will happen. Maybe you’ve heard different ideas about it – like a surprise “rapture” in which believers suddenly disappear, or that the whole earth will be completely destroyed. For many thoughtful Christians, the whole topic of the end times can feel confusing, scary, or even lead to a sense of hopelessness. But we will look at what the Bible really says and, just as importantly, what it does not say. And we’ll consider what our lives are about in the meantime, whether we should wait for an escape or go on making the best of this world.

Any reasonable person would feel worried or unsure when wrestling with such big questions about the future. There are many different teachings out there about the end of time and some of them don’t fit with our sense of a loving God who cares for creation. These are honest concerns, and you’re certainly not alone if you wonder about them.

This guide, “The End Times: Why God Wouldn’t Rapture Us,” isn’t here to predict the future or to argue for one exact timeline of events. Instead, we’re going on another “unburdening” journey. We’ll explore the topic of The End Times, not as a scary escape plan, but as a hopeful promise about God’s future for all creation. Join us as we consider what the relevant Bible verses really meant to the people who first heard these messages and what lasting truths they offer us today. Come along as we learn more about God’s plan to make everything new, our role in the world, and a hope that is stronger than any fear. The plan is to help you discover a clearer, more meaningful way to understand God’s future that sets your faith free to grow.