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‘Our voices just aren’t heard’: ‘Block Everything’ protesters meet heavy police response in Paris
Police came down hard on scattered groups of protesters trying to block critical roads and infrastructure in Paris on Wednesday to protest government austerity measures as France’s fifth prime minister in under two years took office. Demonstrators said they were frustrated with successive governments that changed names and faces – but not policy.

FBI Arrests Suspect in Charlie Kirk Murder Case
A person has been arrested in connection with the influential right-wing profile Charlie Kirk being shot dead, according to the FBI. ”The suspect for the terrible shooting today, where Charlie Kirk lost his life, is now arrested”, says FBI chief Kash Patel on X.

Mysterious Object Headed Into Our Star System Is Now Changing Color
As interstellar object 3I/ATLAS approaches its closest point to the Sun next month, the mysterious visitor continues to fascinate astronomers. Their observations showed that the object’s coma has now transitioned from giving off red light to green, yet another fascinating wrinkle in the rare interstellar visitor’s odyssey through our solar system. As Harvard astronomer and noted alien hunter Avi Loeb pointed out in a recent blog post on the findings, this could be due to a “steep rise in the production of cyanide.” Scientists hypothesize that the production of the chemical, alongside nickel, are increasing dramatically as 3I/ATLAS approaches the Sun.

Sweden Considers Lowering Criminal Responsibility Age to 13
The Government and The Sweden Democrats want to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 years. The Social Democrats want to lower it to 14 years. They point out that the number of crime suspicions against children under 15 years has increased sharply in recent years and that serious crime is creeping down in age. The reduction of the age of criminal responsibility that the government will propose will be time-limited to five years and only apply to certain serious crimes such as murder.

Poland Invokes NATO Article 4 After Russian Drone Airspace Violation
After the Russian violations of Polish airspace last night, Poland invokes the NATO treaty’s article 4 on acute consultation in case of security threats. It is an unusual measure that has only been taken seven times before in the history of the defense alliance. NATO has approved the request. 19 violations were identified and carefully tracked, says Tusk and adds that there is no information about personal injuries. Earlier in the morning, Tusk stated that some of the drones constituted a “direct threat”.

Netanyahu Urges Qatar to Expel or Prosecute Terrorists
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demands that Qatar expel “terrorists” or prosecute them. The warning is extended to apply to all countries that harbor and protect “terrorists”.

Bishop Schneider: Vatican ‘LGBTQ pilgrimage’ an ‘abomination,’ Pope Leo must make ‘public reparation’
Bishop Athanasius Schneider expressed “horror” at the Vatican’s endorsement of the “LGBTQ Jubilee pilgrimage,” rebuking priests who support homosexuality as “spiritual criminals” and “murderers of souls.” “My reaction was a silent cry of horror, indignation, and sorrow,” the auxiliary of Astana, Kazakhstan, said

Israeli ambassador vows more attempts on Hamas leaders after Doha strike
Israel will continue its pursuit of Hamas’ top leadership, even after the seemingly failed attempt to kill them in a strike on Qatar, Jerusalem’s ambassador to the United States said Tuesday night. “If we didn’t get them this time, we’ll get them the next time,” Ambassador Yechiel Leiter told Fox News. He acknowledged Israel might face criticism but added, “They’ll get over it. And Israel is being changed for the better.”

Israeli politicians voice support after Charlie Kirk is shot
Israeli politicians and public figures expressed sorrow and called for prayers after a gunman shot American conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who is a vocal supporter of Israel, in Utah on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to social media just minutes after the incident, writing: “Praying for Charlie Kirk.” Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf (Otzma Yehudit) commented, “Charlie Kirk is one of Israel’s most outstanding supporters. We are praying for him.” Minister of Economy Nir Barkat (Likud) stated, “Last week I met Charlie Kirk while participating in an economic delegation in Japan. He is one of Israel’s biggest supporters who fights for it. I pray for your well-being, dear man.”

IDF Chief of Staff: ‘We are going to bring down Hamas, and nothing will stop us’
“We are moving forward toward the next stages in the mission of dismantling the Hamas regime – this is our objective. We are going to bring down this regime, and nothing will stop us from accomplishing this mission. Before us stand two goals: the release of the hostages, which is a moral mission of utmost importance, critical, and essential, and alongside it, the mission of dismantling Hamas. These are the missions of our generation,” the Chief of Staff stated.

After 903 days, Elizabeth Tsurkov lands in Israel after captivity in Iraq
Elizabeth Tsurkov, the Russian-Israeli researcher who was held hostage by Kataib Hezbollah in Iraq for 903 days, landed in Israel on Wednesday evening and arrived at Sheba Medical Center for treatment. The Prime Minister’s Office and Mossad welcomed her return, stating, “Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was held hostage in Iraq and released last night, has landed in Israel.” The Mossad chief thanked his Cypriot counterpart for assisting with Tsurkov’s humanitarian transfer through Cyprus to Israel.

Israeli Military Expert: Doha Strike Was Backed by US and Qatar Coup, Will Bring Hostage Deal Closer
Israel’s unprecedented strike on Hamas leaders in Doha this week was not a rogue act of military aggression, but rather the outcome of quiet coordination between Qatar and the US that could bring a hostage deal closer, Israeli intelligence expert Eyal Pinko said on Wednesday. The strike, which officials have said was planned months ago, came a day after 10 Israelis were killed by Hamas in Gaza and Jerusalem.

Germany Presses Main Mosque Network to Distance Itself From Erdogan Ally Over Antisemitism
Amid a rising wave of anti-Jewish hate crimes, the German government is pressing the country’s main mosque association over its close ties to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, urging it to publicly distance itself from his antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric. According to local reports, German authorities have told the Turkish-Islamic Union for Religious Affairs (DITIB) — the country’s largest mosque network — to formally break with Erdogan’s hateful statements or risk losing government support and cooperation.

Eliminating Hamas leadership in Doha: A bold move that restores Israel’s initiative
The precision strike carried out by Israel in Doha on Tuesday was not just another military operation. It was a strategic, bold and unprecedented move, sending a clear message to our enemies and the world: there is no longer immunity for terrorist leaders, not even under the protection of a wealthy state like Qatar.

‘It’s All About Jesus’: The Bold And Courageous Charlie Kirk Is In The Loving Arms Of Our Lord And Savior
Charlie Kirk was an American hero. He was a giant among men. And his legacy as a martyr for Christ and liberty will live on long after we’re all gone. We need more MEN like Charlie—men who love Jesus, love their wives, lead their families, stand for truth, and are willing to put their own lives on the line for the sake of God and what’s right. I hope this horrific act will inspire millions of American men to do better.

Jack Hibbs: Charlie Has Now Finished His Race… We Will See Him Soon In The Everlasting Kingdom
. I cannot express how incredibly proud I have been of his faithful Christian witness and the way he has honored the Lord Jesus Christ with his life. Charlie was known as an intellectual giant, a very compassionate young man, and one who was tirelessly devoted to this nation’s welfare and our glorious republic. I am humbled and blessed to have played a small role in Charlie’s discipleship, and I know nothing was more important to Charlie than knowing Jesus Christ. Charlie has now finished his race, his earthly course, and we celebrate his glorious graduation into the presence of Jesus Christ. It is now up to us to carry on the love, the defense and the courage that Charlie had in proclaiming Christ in America –

‘Delete This’: New Smoking Gun Emails Reveal Fauci COVID Coverup
“Emails obtained by the Committee appear to contradict your testimony,” wrote Paul – referring to Fauci declaring under oath that he never ‘engaged in attempts to obstruct the Freedom of Information Act and the release of public documents.’ “In an email dated February 2, 2020, you directed then-NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins to “Please delete this e-mail after you read it.” Paul’s letter continues;
I have reason to believe that you may be in possession of additional records related to the Committee’s ongoing investigation. These records are necessary for the Committee to fully understand the federal government’s actions to identify the origins of COVID-19, and the extent to which taxpayer dollars were used to conduct risky virological research, as well as to weigh potential legislative reforms. For this reason, I request that you provide the following, in complete, original, and unredacted form, no later than 5:00 PM on September 23, 2025:

The ‘Mass Manipulation’ Machine Is On Overdrive
There are these strange moments in American political history when the whole of the establishment decides to test its power over the public mind. The point is mass manipulation. You can feel it when it happens. This happened last week with regard to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Here’s what’s remarkable. Kennedy is in fact a hugely popular figure, even more so than Trump himself.

New Google Court Doc: Open Web Is In Rapid Decline
Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, said in May that web publishing is not dying. Nick Fox, VP of Search at Google, said in May that the web is thriving. But in a court document filed by Google on late Friday, Google’s lawyers wrote, “The fact is that today, the open web is already in rapid decline.”

Border Czar Strikes Back, Leaves Fake News Host Stuttering
It’s not every day the Border Czar shows up on MSNBC. But today, Tom Homan walked straight into the lion’s den…a network known for pushing anti-ICE narratives and attacking the very operations he oversees. Homan didn’t waver. “Here are the facts. 70% of everybody we arrest is a criminal. But the Left says, well not criminal enough. No. They’re criminals.” “And the other 30%? They are national security threats.”

Mysterious UFO hit by Hellfire missile ‘kept going’ in shocking video
A new video shared during a House Government Oversight hearing on Tuesday appears to show a U.S. MQ-Reaper drone firing a Hellfire missile at a mysterious orb in the Middle East. In the video, the mysterious unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) appeared to continue moving following the Hellfire missile strike.

Strong Winds, Baseball-Sized Hail Pound Central Kansas
Severe thunderstorms slammed Wichita and other parts of Central Kansas with damaging hail and wind gusts Wednesday evening. See how hail as big as golf balls and baseballs rained down during the wild weather, making a mess of roads, damaging vehicles and knocking out power to thousands of customers.

Severe floods collapse buildings, kill at least 6 people in Bali, Indonesia
At least six people were killed after torrential rains triggered severe flooding across Bali, Indonesia, between September 9 and 10, 2025. The floods inundated large parts of Denpasar, caused the collapse of multiple buildings, and left several people missing, while hundreds were evacuated to safer areas.

Now That Poland Has Formally Invoked Article 4, NATO Is Closer To All-Out War With Russia Than Ever
I am sitting here trying to process everything that just happened. I was doing research for this article, and then I got the news that Charlie Kirk had just been shot. I am going to try to find the words to express what I am feeling at this moment, and I will be putting together a full article about this horrifying tragedy later today. Meanwhile, NATO is literally closer to all-out war with Russia than it has ever been before. Last night, 19 Russian drones entered Polish airspace, and NATO fighter jets shot down several of them…

Online Safety Act: UK government’s global censorship has turned up a notch
“This week, the UK government has openly moved from using the Online Safety Act for age verification to using it for censorship. On Monday, the Government announced urgent action to strengthen the Online Safety Act by amending it to classify content encouraging or assisting serious self-harm as a “priority offence” for all users, not just children. This change will legally require tech companies to proactively use cutting-edge technology to hunt down and remove such material before it can reach users, rather than simply reacting after it has been published.”

France’s debt crisis should serve as a warning to others
France’s debt-to-GDP ratio has risen significantly, from 60% in 2000 to 113% by the end of 2024, with debt-service costs expected to become the second-largest budget item by 2026. The country is also experiencing a political crisis. Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has been struggling to pass the 2026 budget and secure a majority. Financial and debt crises aren’t so much solved as covered up by political actions aimed at alleviating market anxieties, Fabian Wintersberger writes.

Hypersexual reggaeton singer Karol G to perform at Vatican concert
A celebrity who regularly performs pornographically for reggaeton music videos will be singing at the upcoming Vatican concert “Grace for the World.” Karol G, one of the most popular singers of reggaeton music, a lowbrow Latin genre known for hypersexual lyrics and videos, is slated to perform for the Vatican concert in St. Peter’s Square on September 13, a Colombian outlet reported.

Ursula von der Leyen: We are on the brink of a global health crisis; battle lines are being drawn
Earlier today, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, delivered the State of the European Union address – known as SOTEU – to the European Parliament. She warned that Europe is on the brink of multiple critical challenges, including a health crisis. “We are on the brink – or even at the start – of another global health crisis,” she said, citing disinformation as a major threat to progress on diseases like measles and polio.

Russia’s ‘unprecedented violation’ of Poland’s air space branded an ‘act of war’ as Poland plans response and Zelensky issues dire warning
Russia’s ‘unprecedented violation’ of Polish air space was branded an ‘act of war’ by a pro-Trump Congressman as Polish leaders planned an ‘extraordinary meeting’ to respond. NATO leaders scrambled to immediately address the first military incident between the countries since the 2022 Ukraine invasion after Poland said it shot down military drones that ‘repeatedly violated’ its airspace.

In our book of some years ago, The Departure: God’s Next Catastrophic Intervention into Earth’s History, we point out crucial truth about who will go to Christ and who will be left behind when the Lord says: “Come up here!” (Revelation 4:1, as prophesied by Paul in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18).

Even though it is “my” book in that I developed it, I say “our” book because a number of the most knowledgeable authorities in Bible prophecy wrote chapters on the most relevant topics of our day. All issues and events involving what we consider having prophetic importance are looked at in that volume through the supernatural prism of God’s Word. I therefore consider it “our” book, not just mine.

More than that, I believe each of us who wrote for it considers it to be devoted to the Lord Jesus Christ for these troubling, although exciting, times at the end of the age. We trust it has been a tool to edify God’s family by pointing to the evidence proving that the coming of “the blessed hope” of Titus 2:13 is likely very near. To that extent, that’s another reason I call it “our” book. It’s written for all believers alive today, with the prayerful hope that God’s family will awaken to Christ’s imminent coming.

I thought it good to use the Prophecy Line column this week to look again at exactly who I believe will go in the Departure–the Rapture—when Christ gives the command: “Come up here” (Revelation 4:1).

There might be some among the authors who would disagree on a couple of my views about specifically who will go to be with Jesus at the Rapture. However, I will let them answer for themselves in their own forums and in their own ways. My own feeling about the differences we might have is like that of the late Dr. J. Vernon McGee, who more than once said, “You can believe the way you want to believe. But, if you want to be right, you’ll want to come along with me on this.”

Dr. McGee said that with a chuckle, and I hope you can hear the chuckle in my written expression regarding my borrowing from that grand old Christian man’s humor.

First, I will state that God’s Word says, without equivocation, just who will go in the Departure:

“Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed” (1 Corinthians 15:51-52).

So, Paul was clearly saying two major things about one classification of people. He was writing to the believers at Corinth. But he was also writing to every believer who would come along during the Church Age. Every believer in Corinth during Paul’s day is long since dead. So, he had to be addressing those who would be alive when Christ would call for them, as well as those alive when this letter was written.

The context of the letter is informing Christians about a mystery regarding a stunning event in their future. His words were to put to rest some of their worries about what would happen to the Christians among them who had died. What would happen to them in terms of their going to Heaven?

Paul was saying: 1) Not all believers would die; some would not have to die but would be alive at the time of a stupendous event; and 2) All believers, however, would be changed. They would be changed in one moment. The dead would be made alive and put into supernatural bodies. Those alive at the time would be changed into supernatural bodies while living.

The “mystery” Paul was revealing was the one wrapped up in Jesus’ words as recorded by John the apostle:

“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also” (John 14:1-3).

Paul further expounded on this “mystery” in his letter to the Thessalonians:

“For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord” (1 Thess. 4:16-17).

So, the thing to consider is that believers of the Church Age (Age of Grace)– Paul was talking to believers of this dispensation—will ALL go to be with Jesus when He calls them in that “twinkling of an eye” (atomos of time) moment–the Rapture. ALL believers of this dispensation will go to be with the Lord! Not a single person who has accepted Christ for salvation will be left behind.

This truth includes everyone who never reached the intellectual ability–through brain incapacity or because of being too young—to understand their need to accept Christ for salvation. These are all under the blood of Christ for redemption and reconciliation to God, the Father. All will go to be with Jesus at the Rapture.

Some believe and teach that only believers who are living in the will of God will go to be with Christ at the Rapture. Those living “carnal” lives, they believe, will be left behind to go through a time of God’s judgment and wrath, along with the unbelieving earth dwellers. But God’s Word doesn’t teach a partial Rapture—that some will go and some will stay. ALL believers, Paul plainly writes, will go to be with the Lord at the Departure. Paul writes further to the Thessalonians:

“For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ, Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him” (1 Thessalonians 5:9-10).

It is true that we are told by the Lord (Luke 21:36) that we are to watch and pray always that we may be accounted worthy to escape all the things of the Tribulation. But “worthy” in this sense means we should be living in such a way that we will not be ashamed when we stand before Him at the judgment seat–the bema. We should desire to hear our Lord say, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

This might not seem fair to those who disagree with me on this—those who believe they are living their own lives within God’s prescription for Christian behavior. But it’s not what we think is or is not fair that matters. It’s what the Word of God says that matters in any question of spiritual truth. God’s Holy Word says plainly that ALL believers who have died or are living during this present dispensation (the Church Age or Age of Grace) will go to be with the Bridegroom, the Lord Jesus Christ, when He makes that shout heard around the world to His Bride: “Come up here!”

This makes the question all-important to every person alive today: How can one be assured of going to Jesus Christ when He calls those of God’s family to depart from this judgment-bound planet? Here is the answer:

“That if you will confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and will believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation” (Romans 10:9-10).

11 Sept 2025

Who Goes to Christ in the Rapture? :: By Terry James