The
image above depicts the first resurrection of the dead at the Second
Coming.
Today,
reply is on how those alive now are to prepare for the sacred events
that will occur at the Second Coming of Jesus (we also say, Advent;
his appearing; the harvest; the Rapture). The followers of Jesus
have been given many assurances (for example, the following from
Titus 2: 11-14, King James Version (KJV): 11 For the grace of God
that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us
that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly,
righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that
blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our
Saviour Jesus Christ; 14 Who gave himself for us, that he might
redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar
people, zealous of good works.) One of the many fighters in the
“Yahoo! Answers” public forum on Religion and Spirituality who
uses the ID “Anonymous” (no profile is shared) posted this
question:
How
to prepare to the rapture?
Some
people are doing letters to the left behind.
What
to do with things, bank account etc?
Should
the saved not buy new things?
THE
GOLDEN ARROW: Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is
at hand. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and
supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto
God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall
keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren,
whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever
things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are
lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue,
and if there be any praise, think on these things. (Philippians 4:
5-8, King James Version, KJV)
THE
DOUBLE DAGGER: Salvation Must Be Eternal (11/06/2018); A Short Time
Left (10/30/2018); Judgment Will Occur Forever (10/10/2018);
Christian Beliefs Are Forward-looking (09/23/2018); Believers Must
Become “Ripe” (09/02/2018); Why Paul Observed Tradition
(07/10/2018); “The End Is Near” (03/14/2018); Duties of a
Christian? (03/13/2018); The Coming(s) of Christ (03/11/2018); Loving
Someone Unseen? (05/03/2014); Lot and the Angels (05/04/2014)
“Anonymous”,
for those alive today, here are some points that mature Christian
believers are willing to consider:
1.
The full gospel, ministry, and testimony in his blood by Jesus
Christ provided to prepare mankind for the divine works of their
final judgment and transformation to exist as companions to GOD is a
finished sacred work, and nothing need be added to it. Believers are
to continue in communion with one another and with divinity through
godliness, praise, prayer, sharing, unselfish service, and suffering.
2.
Sinners who become “born again” also are to “grow up again”
(mature; ripen). As developing believers, and the new creation
of Jesus Christ those in repentance must undergo permanent changes
that include coming under the atoning blood of Christ; conforming to
the image of Christ (we also say, displaying Christ-likeness);
embracing eternal purpose; and adopting sacred practices (e.g.,
baptism, childbearing, confession, marriage, prophecy,
sanctification).
3.
All who belong to Christ will receive and serve as vessels
containing a fresh endowment of inseparable spirit substance from the
makeup of GOD. Included are faith, forbearance, forgiveness,
longsuffering, lovingkindness, oneness without sameness,
personhood, vigilance, wisdom, and wrath against sin.
There
is far more that should be said, correctly examined, and spiritually
apprehended. (For example, 4. Through admonitions, cautions,
prophecy and warnings, Christian believers have been commanded and
foretold the sacred events to expect (i.e., what to hope for)
throughout the holy writings. Thus, Romans 8: 5-9, King James
Version (KJV): 5 For they that are after the flesh do mind the
things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of
the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be
spiritually minded is life and peace. 7 Because the carnal
mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law
of God, neither indeed can be. 8 So then they that are in the flesh
cannot please God. 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit,
if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have
not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.) Even so, I trust this
fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE
BLACK PHOENIX
Washington,
DC
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