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13 We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, concerning those who are asleep, so that you will not grieve like the rest, who have no hope. 14 Since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, in the same way God will bring with Him those who have fallen asleep through Jesus. 15 For we say this to you by a revelation from the Lord: We who are still alive at the Lord’s coming will certainly have no advantage over those who have fallen asleep. 16 For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the archangel’s voice, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 Then we who are still alive will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air and so we will always be with the Lord. 18 Therefore encourage one another with these words.
The Rapture. This week we take a look at the classic passage of Scripture that describes this event. A lot of folks want to know details about the rapture that Scripture simply doesn't give us! But what it gives us is exactly what we need, and it's more important anyway. The focus is on Jesus, and "these words" are given for our encouragement - so we can live everyday with hope and confidence in God's plan. Be encouraged!