Scripture for Today, 3-8-20: Prophecy Update

World in Chaos: Convergence [ again ]
When the Holy Spirit Leaves Earth
Wicked mankind will run amuck!
​Elijah Raptured: "Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. 10And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so. 11And it came to pass, as they still went on, and talked, that, behold, there appeared a chariot of fire, and horses of fire, and parted them both asunder; and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven."
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2 Kings 2:9-11; Genesis 5:24; 2 Kings 6:17; Psalm 104:4; Revelation 11:12

3-8-20, In today's weekly prophecy update from John Haller, he describes current world events again in a word 'CONVERGENCE' - yes, repetitious as he's used that word for more than 5 years in his updates. However, "convergence" as defined by Miriam Webster is very appropriate:

1. the act of converging and especially moving toward union or uniformity
2. the state or property of being convergent
3. independent development of similar characters (as of bodily structure of unrelated organisms or cultural traits) often associated with similarity of habits or environment
4. the merging of distinct technologies, industries, or devices into a unified whole

When we look at Bible Prophecy, we consider events occurring simultaneously and with more frequency as precursors to prophetic events that have been predicted for centuries, if you will -- God's warnings to those who reject Him. Also the fulfillment of promises made to those who call Him by name. [Acts 2:21]

There is no doubt that world events are spinning out of control and beyond the comprehension or control of mankind. However, for the born again believer in Christ Jesus, this is simply a preview of things yet to come. As bad as it now seems, it's almost incomprehensible to imagine what it will be like when a "real" crisis faces the world and God removes the restraining power of the Holy Spirit Who dwells within all believers in Christ Jesus. This will allow wicked mankind to increase his/her debased, full and unrestrained sinful nature.

It is our belief that the Lord God almighty will snatch Christians out of the world much like Enoch and Elijah. So far there have been six raptures... [Harpazo is the Greek word for “snatched up,” which indicates the Lord suddenly and supernaturally is “taken up” or  “taken up” or “carried up” to Heaven. Epairo is the Greek word for “was taken up,” which is the passive voice, and passive voice means Someone other than Christ Himself is causing the Ascension—Someone else is doing the lifting/raising/ pulling, which in this case the Someone else is Father God’s Spirit.] Seven are recorded in scripture as follows not in order of events:

1. Jesus Himself Acts 1:8-11
2. Paul (Translation/Rapture)** "I  knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter."  2 Corinthians 12:2-4 
3. John -  "The first voice I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, "Come up hither, and I will shew thee things which must be hereafter." Immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and One sat on the throne." Revelation 4:1-2
4. Elijah - "Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven" 2 Kings 2:11
5. Enoch [Pre-Flood]  -  Enoch walked with God ...  God took him. Genesis 5:24; "By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God." Hebrews 11:5 
6. Philip - After Philip baptized the Eunuch ... "when they were come up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip." Acts 8:39-40
7. Church [Bride of Christ] Future - "Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.  Wherefore comfort one another with these words." 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18

Now is the time to share the message of Salvation, and/or to pray for those who have been blinded to the offer Christ made with His life, death and resurrection. He offers the free gift of salvation to all who repent of their sin turning to Him for direction. John 3:16; Luke 13:5

The points are narrowing...the convergence of events are drawing near to a climax of unprecedented proportions. Today is the day of salvation. Luke 19:9; Acts 4:12

John covers many world events from the last week - one especially disturbing is Turkey firing on Greece who blocked entrance to the Islamic migrants trying to invade their land. Oh so much more..

​One hour twenty minute video here

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