The story of Joesph provides a heart-searching frame of reference by showing us how he was able to totally forgive his brothers.

Last week we started chapter 1 and left off with this quote: Total forgiveness does not mean closing our eyes to those who will continue to harm others. Before going any further, let me clarify what total forgiveness is not.  

He has chosen to share many of those prophecies with us, if we will only heed what they say.

We’ve now spent twenty-nine chapters exploring the reality of the Rapture. A moment is coming when our world will change “in the twinkling of an eye”. The Lord Jesus will appear in the clouds and gather His people to Himself – first those who’ve died in Him, and then those who are fortunate enough to witness His return in the sky.

Signs play an important role in the modern driving experience. They tell us what’s coming. They alert us to possible problems. And they help keep us safe. The same is true for the “signs” identified throughout God’s Word. Thankfully, those signs cannot be altered or adulterated!

The Rapture is a biblical promise stating that one day Jesus will drop everything, bring His people to Himself, and make our deepest dreams come true by welcoming us to His Father’s house for all eternity. In this chapter, we’re going to closely examine one verse of Scripture that indicates a before-the-Tribulation Rapture. It’s one of the most important verses in the entire New Testament on this subject and worthy of investigation.

All of us who know Christ are His ambassadors, His representatives in a deteriorating world. Just before the storm of the Tribulation’s violence hits the gates of the church, our great Commander is literally going to airlift us to safety, rescuing us before the storm. We’ve talked about that rescue often in these pates – it’s the Rapture. What you may be surprised to learn is that God has followed that pattern many times in history. Proverbs 11:8 says, “The righetous is delivered from trouble, and it comes to the wicked instead.”

Join us every week as we read through another chapter from our book review series. SALVATION IN THE TRIBULATION CH 20 The grace of God will pull many people out of the rubble of the Tribulation. There will still be hope for those left behind after the Rapture. The gospel will still be available, even if the church is gone. There will be at least four streams of gospel truth that will cut a channel through the Tribulation. In fact, it is possible that the spiritual awakening that will occur during the Tribulation will be the greatest evangelistic harvest the world has ever seen. https://www.diggingdeepertv.com

Now that we know a little more about what heaven is and what we will experience there, let’s learn how the reality of heaven impacts our lives here on earth. The New Testament constantly affirms that what we believe about heaven affects how we live now. How we view the future has a tremendous influence on how we conduct ourselves in the present.

We’ve spent many pages exploring and seeking to uderstand the Rapture of the church, during which Jesus will escort believers to heaven to live with Him forever. We know amazing new experiences are in store for believers in heaven, and we will learn about some of them in this chapter. But what, specifically, can we expect to encounter there? What will we find? In a word, everything! Everything that is most precious and clear to you and me, everything that is important to Christ-followers, is currently in heaven. Everything we need or desire will be found in heaven once we pass through its magnificent gates, either by death or by being caught up with Christ at the Rapture.

What happens to children when they die is key to understanding what will happen to them should they be lifing on earth when the Rapture takes place. Many ask what will happen to young children on the day of the Rapture? What will happen to those little ones who are too young to make a decision about eternity when eternity crashes into our world? Does the Bible offer any clarity for parents and grandparents – any hope? Yes. What happens to children when they die is key to understanding what will happen to them should they be living on earth when the Rapture takes place. Scripture gives us four solid reasons for believing that children who die – and children who ar eliving when the Rapture occurs – will go straight to heaven.

The Rapture will be restricted only to those – living or dead – who carry the passport called Christ. We’ve explored the “what” and “why” of the Rapture in many ways and from many angles throughout these pages. Yet it would be a mistake for us to ignore the “who.” Meaning, who will take part in the Rapture? Who will be “caught up” with Christ during that future event? The answer: not everyone. The Rapture will be restricted only to those – living or dead – who carry the passport called Christ. I know such a claim clashes with the values and norms of our culture. It’s becoming more and more dangerous to even hint that only certain people will experience eternal life. But that’s exactly why it’s important for us to have a solid understanding of this issue. You could say this chapter explores the apologetics of the Rapture – we’ll examine both the reality of and the reasons for the restrictions connected to the Rapture.

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Faith Matterw with Brian and Andi Hale Before the Throne, a 5 day devotional on prayer. Today we reflect on the psalmist. Do you find yourself in circumstances where you don’t understand what God is doing?

Faith Matters with Brian and Andi Hale Chasing Failure by Ryan Leak Let failure remind you that you are getting closer and closer every day to achieving what you once thought was impossible.

Andi and Brian Hale bring you good news in a world of darkness with daily devotionals, book reviews, and stories of faith. You can LISTEN IN or READ! PRACTICING GRATITUDE Point Out the Good Saying “thank you” isn’t something you grow out of when you leave childhood.

Andi and Brian Hale bring you good news in a world of darkness with daily devotionals, book reviews, and stories of faith. You can LISTEN IN or READ! PRACTICING GRATITUDE Notice the Good Gratitude is a spiritual practice of seeing and celebrating the good in the world around you. This is easier said than done.

Faith Matters with Brian and Andi Hale The Book of Signs by Dr David Jeremiah. Here we review chapter 21 on Martyrs. There have been hosts of believers who have been martyred for their faith over the centuries. It has been said that the entire history of redemption is written in the blood of martyers. Whether we look at history, current events, or the future revealed in Revelation 6, we find tha tpersecution and martyrdom have always accompanied Christianity - and always will. Satan, who in Eden usurped the lordship of this fallen world, is determined to annihilate anyone exuding the aroma of goodness and godliness. Stand strong in your commitment to Christ regardless of the severity of the cost. Even if it means giving up your own life, what is that compared to the glory of the reward?

Faith Matters Podcast with Andi and Brian Hale Seek Christ, Seek Wisdom, a 5 day devotional from Vance Jackson ”Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.”Proverbs‬ ‭4:7‬ ‭KJV ‬‬Wisdom is the principal thing. Let the Wisdom of God lead your path. Let Wisdom build out the fabric of your heart. Let the Wisdom of God build out the framework of your ‘Thought Life’. Let His Word lead your thoughts. Let His Word lead your way. “The beginning of Wisdom is: get Wisdom (skillful and godly Wisdom)! [For skillful and godly Wisdom is the principal thing.] And with all you have gotten, get understanding (discernment, comprehension, and interpretation).”Proverbs‬ ‭4:7‬ ‭AMPC Let the Wisdom of God reign in every area of your life. Let God’s Wisdom lead and rule every aspect of your language. Let the Wisdom of God lead your conduct. Let the Wisdom of God lead your character in private and in public. Let the Wisdom of God establish the foundation of your heart. The Amplified Version expounds on Proverbs‬ ‭2:6‬ ‭AMPC‬‬, in the following manner,“For the Lord gives skillful and godly Wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” Wisdom comes from the Heart and Mouth of Christ. “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” James 1:5 KJV If you lack Wisdom — ask God for Wisdom. If you lack Guidance — ask God for Wisdom. If you lack Direction, Instruction, and Insight — ask God for Wisdom. Our Loving and Powerful God gives Wisdom liberally. Let God lead every aspect of your life.

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