Exploring Rapture Timing and Rosh Hashanah

Sep 22, 2024

Tipping Point Show: Is Jesus Coming This Rosh Hashanah?

Host Introduction

  • Host: Jimmy Evans
  • Topic: The Rapture, specifically examining if Jesus will return this Rosh Hashanah.

Key Points from the Lecture

  • Rosh Hashanah: A significant Jewish festival, falling on Oct 2-4 this year.
  • The Rapture: A theological event where believers in Christ will be taken up to meet the Lord in the air.
  • Jewish Beliefs: Insights from Jewish traditions on Rosh Hashanah and its connection to the Rapture.

Conference Announcement

  • Date: September 20-21
  • Activities: Worship, teachings by various speakers including Billy Cron, Max Lucado, Ed Young, Lee Hummings, and Rabbi Jonathan Cahn.
  • Special note: David Jeremiah cannot attend.

Astronomical Events

  • Ring of Fire Rosh Hashanah Eclipse: An annular solar eclipse occurring on October 2, coinciding with Rosh Hashanah.
  • Significance: Only two solar eclipses in 2024; both occur on noteworthy dates in the Jewish calendar.

Biblical References and Teachings

1 Thessalonians 4 (Paul's Explanation)

  • The dead in Christ will rise first, followed by those alive being caught up together with them.
  • Greek word "harpazo" translates to "rapturo" in Latin, signifying being "caught up."

1 Corinthians 15

  • Describes resurrection and transformation at the last trumpet.

Luke 17 (Jesus' Description)

  • Comparison to the days of Noah and Lot, emphasizing a day of normalcy before sudden judgment.

Significance of Feasts in Israel

Spring Feasts

  • Passover: Jesus' crucifixion.
  • Unleavened Bread: Jesus' burial.
  • First Fruits: Jesus' resurrection.
  • Pentecost: The Holy Spirit's descent.

Fall Feasts

  • Trumpets: Believed to represent the Rapture.
  • Atonement: The second coming of Jesus.
  • Tabernacles: Represents eternity with God.

Jewish Traditions Related to Rosh Hashanah

  • Yam Teruah: The Day of Blowing (Trumpets), includes the "Awakening Blast."
  • Yam Hadin: The Day of Judgment.
  • Yam Zikaron: The Day of Remembrance.
  • Wedding Day of the Messiah: Linked to the Feast of Trumpets.
  • The Day Which No One Knows: Reflects the unpredictability of the Rapture.

Final Thoughts

  • Eschatology: The eschatological view that Jesus could return at any time, potentially during Rosh Hashanah.
  • Encouragement: To live ready for Jesus' return, combining a life of faith with everyday activities.
  • Call to Salvation: Importance of accepting Jesus Christ to be ready for the Rapture.

Additional Resources and Opportunities

  • Book: "Where Are the Missing People" - a guide for those left behind post-Rapture.
  • Conference: Encouraged attendance for further teachings and communal prayer.
  • Subscription: Endtimes.com offers resources and updates related to Bible prophecy.