Saints, I got a ton of questions this week from commenters on my blog, so I'm taking the time to print out my answers here and send it to everyone. I hope these bless and encourage you!
1. Based on what I read about the Seals and Trumpets in Revelation, does this mean more than half of the world population would be wiped out between the Second Seal (Red Horse of War) and Sixth Trumpet (Four Fallen Angels released from the Euphrates River to wipe out a third of mankind?
Yes, that's right. Let's say we have 8 billion people on Earth now. One-fourth is killed after the Second Seal is broken. That's 2 Billion people!, leaving behind around 6 Billion. Then are third is killed after the sixth trumpet, which ends up being another 2 Billion, leaving 4 Billion people left . However others could have died already from plagues, famines, etc.
2. For those who pass during the Tribulation but have not yet come to accept Jesus and also did not take the MOB, does this mean they will be permanently lost?
No. They will still be fully human and will still have a chance to accept Jesus during the millennial reign. Not until someone either takes the MOB or dies in a lost state, will they be lost forever.
3. For those who make it through the Tribulation, could luck somehow be involved since the advanced AI Beast surveillance system and demonic forces are enhanced and perfected to make it just about impossible to hide, escape, or avoid capture and execution, particularly if they refuse the MOB?
I would say not luck at all, but God's strength, grace, and miraculous intervention! God will still be active during the Tribulation. You should read my Guardians of the Saints Series!
4. Regarding the Bowls, are they mainly directed at people who took the MOB or is it at anyone who remains on Earth? Would those who did not take the Mark be subject to the judgments? I remember that the demon locusts from the Fifth Trumpet are directed to torture only unbelievers, is this true?
It is my belief that before God pours out the final Bowls of His Wrath, He will rapture any remaining Christians left on Earth, so yes, the bowls will fall on everyone left on Earth, whether they took the MOB or not. Yet, it seems some people will survive even these. Why? Because when we return with Jesus, there will be people who we rule and reign over with Him! See answer above to question 2
5. Do you think it would be a good idea that instead of warning people about the End Times, we should warn them not to trust the vaccine and the Singularity idea from Musk? I feel those are components that will make up the MOB, and hopefully they will remember our warning when that time does come and make the right decision, if they happen to remain post-Rapture.
First thing we need to tell people in these last days is the Gospel message! One way to do that is to point out how the Bible is coming true right before their eyes... and the digital currency and AI singularity is a great way to do that. You can point right to Revelation 13 and remind them it was written over 2000 years ago. But for the unsaved, the Gospel is the most important thing. Just sharing the Gospel releases spiritual power to help people get saved. If they get saved, warning them about the vaccine, etc.. won't matter. But for Christians who might be left behind.. yes, showing them these things would be a good idea.
Rapture Questions:
1. While the Tribulation is happening on Earth, will those who were Raptured be doing certain activities in Heaven aside from the joyful Feast with Jesus? Will it feel just like a party where people can socialize and mingle with sincerity and no judgment or disrespect? Will we also be able to meet with the apostles, saints, virgins, shepherds, and all the people in the Bible?
Yes, yes yes, and yes! We will first have the marriage supper of the Lamb and the festivities could go on for a long time. We will get to meet all the people from the Bible, plus all our ancestors and family members who have gone before us! Everyone will be loving and kind and respectful. As far as activities? Well, you'll be shown your new home and maybe even given a job to do.. something you love. Also we will have the Bema seat Judgement where we will each stand before the Lord and receive rewards based on what we did for Him while here on Earth
2. Since the Raptured will return with Jesus after the seven years, will it seem that time passes differently in Heaven? It could be like seven years on Earth feels like only a few hours in Heaven.
There is no time in Heaven.. so I have no clue what that will feel like! Guess we'll find out!
3. Would we be able to speak with Jesus about any loved ones who are experiencing the Tribulation on Earth? Would we be able to request that He still be willing to perform a miracle or divine intervention to save them before the Tribulation is over?
Yes, I believe so. We will have access to the throne room and access to Jesus. I'm sure He will reveal to us what people we knew on Earth are doing and how they are surviving. Our prayers for them will be all the more powerful up in Heaven because we can ask God anything right to His face!
4. I read that only “God’s own” will see him in the clouds - does this mean that only the few Chosen for the Rapture will hear the Trumpet and see Him while the rest of the world are left wondering what in the world just happened?
Not sure about that. The Bible doesn't say whether non-believers will see Jesus in the clouds when He comes to take His Bride. (Yes, they will see Him when He returns in the Second coming) Some pastors say the entire world will see Him and hear the Trumpet and others say no.. it's a secret event.
Millennium Reign Questions:
1. I read there will still be normal humans living usual lives during the Millennium Reign, but since they do not have glorified bodies, does this mean they will still grow old and eventually pass as it is on Earth? Would this also apply to their children as well or would their case be different since God views children as pure and innocent?
Yes, they will grow old and naturally die. However the Bible tells us that they can grow as old as 1000 years just like the early humans did in the Bible. Why? Because Jesus is ruling over Earth and everything is made perfect and righteous like the Garden of Eden. Any natural children will also grow old and die. However those who receive Jesus as their Savior and trust in Him.. once they die, they will automatically get their glorified bodies and be eternal!
2. Will there be still be active everyday entities during the Millennium? As in schools, banks, playgrounds, etc all in session? Does this mean it will feel just like living on Earth again, but only with truly pure hearted people around and hardly any sin and evil, right?
Yes, I do believe there will be many of the things we are accustomed to here on Earth. Except everything will be flourishing under Jesus's rule. Nature will come back to life! No pollution, no weeds, no droughts or storms, etc. Cities will be clean and crime-free. Sin will still be present but only in those who are still human and haven't died yet. But sin will be dealt with immediately by our Lord. And by us, because Scripture says we will be ruling with Him. Just think of everything good and beautiful here now.. music, concerts, art, vacations, good food, etc.. it will all be here on Earth under Jesus's Rule. In fact, animals won't even eat each other anymore. The Bible says the Lion will lie down with the lamb.
3. For those who make it in the Rapture and receive glorified bodies, does this truly mean that we will live forever, as in through the 1000 years and forever and beyond in the New Jerusalem? That is the best gift that God had promised, the gift of eternal life :D
Yes! Eternal. Forever. We cannot die. We cannot sin. We cannot age.
4. Will there still be travel in Heaven, as in driving, flying, sailing, etc? Or we will mainly be walking since I have seen most depictions of Heaven to be lush green gardens and fields with clean water and sunlight?
In Heaven? I have no idea. The Bible doesn't say much about it. But in our glorified bodies, we may be able to transport ourselves anywhere we want. See below.
On Earth in the Millennial Reign
When Jesus was in His glorified body, He could transport Himself anywhere He wanted on Earth. He could even walk through walls. So, I imagine we will be able to do the same. If we want to go to Paris.. we just think it and we are there instantly. But humans will probably have to use conventional methods of transportation.
If any of you who know your Bible have something to add, please do so in the comments! It's a great discussion.
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