The word “rapture” is not found anywhere in the Bible. However, the idea of Christ returning for his Church can be evidently seen.

• The rapture fits a pattern: There is a linear progression through the book of Revelation. A pattern of events in which Christ will return for His church before the age of tribulation.
• The rapture will happen promptly: Jesus will return for His church without any warning. It will happen suddenly and can happen at any moment.
• The rapture needs to be perceived faithfully: Even though we may not fully understand God or His plan we must live our lives in faith, trusting in his unwavering promises.

(Verses Cited: Genesis 1:26; Matthew 28:19; John 14:6, 10:27; Revelation 1:19, 4:4, 3:21, 3:5, 2:10, 20:14, 21:2; Philippians 4:19; Psalm 27:14; Habakkuk 2:3; Mark 13:32; Acts 9:3; Matthew 24:42; Psalm 77:14; Ephesians 2:8; John 20:29)