Hi Jen
I read your thread, very interesting, lots of conflicting views though which just seems to re-emphasise what the Bible says, to paraphrase "No one knows the day or the hour, not man, not angels, not even the Son of Man Jesus, but only the Father in Heaven!"
I definitely agree that something is up - the whole of creation is unravelling faster than at any other time in history, but then isn't that always the case seeing as how we are always at the forefront of time?
I am sure many others generations ago were talking about all the 'prophetic signs pointing and converging' pre first and second world war no doubt. I do beleive the world is changing rapidly and we are all in for major hard times ahead.
But on the verge of Rapture? Like I said, I sincerely hope so, but honestly doubt it! Call me Thomas if you like.
"1 Thess 5: 4But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief."
I agree with this but see it as an exhortation that we as Christian's should be in a perpetual state of readiness for Christ's return not resting on our laurels, that way we will not be overtaken or caught napping when it happens.
It's not just a case of get ready because it may happen on September 11th, then if it doesn't relax and let normal service resume. It's a case of be ready always because it may happen right n...........................................................................
Just joking, still here, for now that is!