'Caught Up in the Clouds!' - Luke 17:34-36

[Talking about his return, Jesus said,] "That night two people will be asleep in one bed; one will be taken, the other left. Two women will be grinding flour together at the mill; one will be taken, the other left."

Luke 17:34-36 NLT

Key Thought


Being taken with Jesus is often called the rapture, although that term is never used in the New Testament in this regard. I prefer to call it "caught up in the clouds!" This phrase comes from Paul's explanation of these events in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. When Jesus ascended into heaven, the apostles were told that Jesus would also return in the clouds (Mark 13:26). We await this day of victory and glory that is promised. However, for those who do not belong to the Lord, this will be a day they are left behind. Meanwhile, the children of God will receive their ultimate adoption as his children and will be ushered into his presence by Jesus in his glory and in the glory of the angels that accompany him.

Today's Prayer


Father, I long for and look forward to the day of Jesus' return. My only anxiety about that day is that I want all those I know to be ready and to accompany me into your presence. Please give me the words to say and the character of life to show these friends, acquaintances, and loved ones how to be ready and to anticipate this day with joy. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

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[Talking about his return, Jesus said,] "That night two people will be asleep in one bed; one will be taken, the other left. Two women will be grinding flour together at the mill; one will be taken, the other left."

Luke 17:34-36 NLT

Key Thought


Being taken with Jesus is often called the rapture, although that term is never used in the New Testament in this regard. I prefer to call it "caught up in the clouds!" This phrase comes from Paul's explanation of these events in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. When Jesus ascended into heaven, the apostles were told that Jesus would also return in the clouds (Mark 13:26). We await this day of victory and glory that is promised. However, for those who do not belong to the Lord, this will be a day they are left behind. Meanwhile, the children of God will receive their ultimate adoption as his children and will be ushered into his presence by Jesus in his glory and in the glory of the angels that accompany him.

Today's Prayer


Father, I long for and look forward to the day of Jesus' return. My only anxiety about that day is that I want all those I know to be ready and to accompany me into your presence. Please give me the words to say and the character of life to show these friends, acquaintances, and loved ones how to be ready and to anticipate this day with joy. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings

Ⓒ 1996-2019 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
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I am so glad to know that Jesus is waiting for us when our time on earth is up and when He will come for us to take us all home to heaven. One will be taken up while the other will be left behind. Fast and pray that no one in your family or your friends or loved ones will be left behind. Jesus loves them all and wants them in heaven.
 

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