You have no doubt heard of the best selling novel series titled “Left Behind” that is based on the pre-tribulation rapture theory. The series has been adapted into three action thriller films and several different video games. These books were so popular that in 1998, the first four books of the series held the top four slots in the New York Times best-seller list simultaneously, and the total sales for this series has surpassed 65 million copies.
“In terms of its impact on Christianity, it’s probably greater than that of any other book in modern times, outside the Bible.” – Jerry Falwell
These books are very popular because the majority of pop-Christianity teaches and believes in a “Rapture” that will take place before the Great Tribulation begins and before the Messiah returns to establish his kingdom. However, is that really what the Bible says will happen?
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