Understanding the Difference Between the Rapture and the Second Coming

Many believers confuse the Rapture with the Second Coming of Christ. The Rapture happens suddenly “in the twinkling of an eye,” when the faithful are caught up to meet the Lord in the air (1 Corinthians 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17). This event occurs before the seven-year Tribulation. The Second Coming, by contrast, follows the Great Tribulation and is visible to all. Scripture describes Jesus returning on a white horse to judge and wage war against evil (Revelation 19:11–21). This marks the end of the Antichrist’s reign and the beginning of Christ’s earthly kingdom. Because the timing of the Rapture is unknown, we are urged to watch and pray constantly (Luke 21:34–36). Staying spiritually alert ensures we will not miss the Rapture and face the trials of the Tribulation.

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