The date-setters are discouraged. September 23, 2025, has come and gone, and the Rapture didn’t happen. Date setting is always an exercise in futility. If God had wanted us to know the exact date of the Rapture, He would have made it crystal clear. He didn’t, yet Christians everywhere sold their property, isolated themselves, and waited. Today, there are a lot of homeless, lonely Christians who wonder what went wrong.

What did go wrong?

The Rapture will happen, but we won’t have advance notice. When we look at Scripture, it seems as if it was always a surprise to the one taken. We know it will happen; we just don’t know when. The first Rapture revealed to us in Scripture was Enoch. “And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him” (Genesis 5:24).

Scripture doesn’t tell us exactly how Enoch walked with God, but he must have been a God-fearing man. He lived during a time of great sin but was not a part of the sin; he stayed true to God. He was an example to his children and grandchildren of a man who followed God. He is also an example to us. Do you walk with God? We live in very wicked times, and too many Christians take part in worldly sin, walking in the ways of the world instead of honoring God. Enoch was “raptured” prior to God’s judgment on the God-rejecting people, and so will Christians.

Sin was great in the days prior to the Flood. The fallen angels had taken human women, and they had children. Evil children who weren’t fully angel nor human. “And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose” (Genesis 6:1-2).

Too many Christians don’t believe Scripture and have corrupted the words to mean that Seth’s sons married Cain’s daughters. That doesn’t make any sense. I don’t know how angels can mate with humans, but I do believe God’s words. “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6). 

This wickedness corrupted all of the human genome, but thank God for God-fearing men like Enoch, who passed his wisdom on to his descendants. God saw the wickedness and the corruption and had to send judgment in order to keep people genetically pure. First, He took Enoch away from the coming judgment. He was Raptured. No date-setting; just one day, he was gone. It will be the same with Christians. Wickedness is everywhere, and the hearts of people are hardened to God’s truth.

Are people genetically pure? Beware of mRNA vaccines, and study about the experiments that are taking place in the scientific world. It’s mostly evil. Today, we do have something that Enoch didn’t have. We have our faith in Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit indwells us. Enoch had to be sure he followed God with no mistakes.

Enoch is an Old Testament “picture” of the Rapture. His son, Methuselah, is a “picture” of God’s grace. People who know little of the Bible will use the phrase “Old as Methuselah” because he was the oldest person to ever live. He was 969 years old when he died. God waited as long as He could before judgment, and apparently, Methuselah died in the year of the Flood. This is a picture of God’s grace; God gave people many years to repent and turn to Him. Methuselah was the grandfather of Noah.

There comes a time when God has to judge wickedness. We seem to understand when a human judge sentences a criminal to prison for his crimes, but we expect God to chuckle at our own wickedness. He has given us Scripture to guide our ways, but humans are rebellious and want to follow their own hearts. That can lead into sin. “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?” (Jeremiah 17:9).

People had been corrupting their ways before the Lord for many years, and God had to judge. This is where grace and mercy came in. “But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD” (Genesis 6:8). Noah had not corrupted his ways. This kept him and his sons from the judgment to come. “And God looked upon the earth, and behold, it was corrupt; for all flesh had corrupted his way upon the earth” (Genesis 6:12).

Don’t be a part of the corruption that is happening today. Sin and wickedness are out of control, and God won’t hold off judgment much longer. Only those who have given their lives to Jesus and have faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ will be saved, like Enoch, from the judgment of God.

God told Noah to build an Ark that would protect the genetically pure people and animals through the judgment of the flood. There is coming a time of great Tribulation, but God will save those who earnestly turn to Him in faith. It won’t be easy living through God’s judgment, but some will make it through. The smartest thing you can do right now is to repent of your sin, ask Jesus to forgive you, and follow Him. “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service” (Romans 12:1).

Earnestly repent and trust in the grace and mercy of Jesus to take you away from the judgment that is soon to come.

Many Christians are desperately yearning for the Rapture. I confess, I’m one who truly desires to be called Home in the Rapture. That’s where the date-setters come in. Every year on various Jewish feast days, someone will say that Jesus personally told them that the Rapture would happen on such and such a date. So far, the date-setters are 100% wrong. When someone sets a date for the Rapture, think of it as taking directions from a fortune cookie, a horoscope, or any false prophet.

Only God knows the date, but He has given us clues. When the disciples asked Jesus to tell them what would be the sign of His coming, and of the end of the world, the first warning Jesus gave was not to listen to man’s deception. “And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you” (Matthew 24:4). Date-setters are deceivers. Remember, the disciples didn’t ask when the Rapture would happen, but asked about the end of an era. They used the word “aion,” which means “age.” Most modern translations use the word “age” instead of “world.”

Then Jesus described some very scary things that would lead up to the Tribulation. These are all signs that the Great Tribulation is getting close, but Christians have the blessed assurance that we will not go through that judgment. Still, we can look at the signs and know for a fact that the Rapture will precede the Tribulation and Jesus’ second coming. As we see these signs happening all around us, we can be encouraged. “And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows” (Matthew 24:6-8).

Have you noticed any of these things increasing? I have, and they are becoming stronger and more often.

We can be sure that Jesus wasn’t speaking about the church but was speaking about Israel. “When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:) Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains: Let him which is on the housetop not come down to take any thing out of his house: Neither let him which is in the field return back to take his clothes” (Matthew 25:15-18). These are very Jewish instructions, not instructions to the Gentiles. There is no Temple in Jerusalem today, so the abomination of desolation has no place to stand yet.

As I see the excitement over the red heifers needed for purification, I get excited. Christians don’t need the Temple to worship God, but knowing that it will be built in time for the Tribulation tells me that the Rapture is getting closer by the day. Jesus also said to pray that this doesn’t happen on a sabbath day. Christians know we worship every day and don’t observe the sabbath. Jesus is our Sabbath rest, so, again, this isn’t talking to Christians.

Even though all of the signs are manifesting, they will become stronger as we move closer to the Rapture. We also need to study Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation, among others, to get a greater understanding of what to watch for. Brothers and sisters, it’s getting close.

The fact that the Rapture didn’t happen on September 23, 2025, has discouraged many, but it should be seen as a challenge to us all. Don’t trust man’s ideas, but run everything through the light of Scripture and find truth. Also, understand that the Rapture isn’t a date-oriented event. “For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in” (Romans 11:25).

God has not forgotten, nor has He replaced Israel. In this period of time, He’s allowing Gentiles to come to Him for salvation. If you, like me, are yearning for the Rapture, then here’s the challenge. Share the Gospel. There are many lost souls all around us. God is looking for a certain number of Gentiles, not a date. When that number is reached, we will be called Home. What a day that will be!

Brothers and sisters, remember, we are not the judges and jury when sharing the Gospel. We are the ones who bring the message of salvation. Share God’s truth without compromise, but with love. Then, remember that a new believer needs to grow. Jesus told Peter to feed both the sheep and the lambs. The only way for lambs to grow into healthy sheep is to nourish them on Scripture. Lead them away from sin. We will never be perfect, but our righteousness is through Jesus, and the Holy Spirit will lead us all to a closer walk with our Lord.

Don’t be discouraged; be encouraged. “And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh” (Luke 21:28).

Christians are redeemed, but we need to share Christ so others will be redeemed by His blood before it’s too late.

God bless you all,

Nathele Graham

twotug@embarqmail.com

Recommended prophecy sites:

www.raptureready.com
www.prophecyupdate.com
www.raptureforums.com

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“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee” (Psalm 122:6).

 

The events of the past few weeks, dare I say years, have been very emotional. Americans see our once-great nation slowly being destroyed by a group of people who have one agenda. They claim that the conservatives, in particular Christian conservatives, are intolerant, while they themselves spew hatred at anybody who disagrees with them. Their way of dealing with the perceived intolerance by others is to shoot, stab, and kill anybody who doesn’t agree with them. Yet, they see us as intolerant.

This same Satanic intolerance was around when Jesus walked this earth, and He warned us about it.  “If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you” (John 15:18).

Jesus is God’s love incarnate, and He’s our example to follow. Satan can only hate. How do we deal with this hatred? Certainly not with violence and hatred. “But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you” (Luke 6:27-28).

It isn’t easy, but it is how we honor God. As Christians, we must always keep God first in our words, actions, and thoughts. We are to pray for those who oppose us, and forgive those who we see as enemies. Remember, people are not our enemy, but it is Satan and his minions driving them to evil acts and sin.

Centuries ago, a man named Jacob had twelve sons. These sons would become the foundation of the nation of Israel. Were they loving and kind? No, they weren’t. The older brothers were very jealous of their brother, Joseph. So much so that they sold him into slavery and told their father he had been killed by a wild animal. This evil act was used by God for good. Joseph eventually ended up in Egypt and never stopped honoring God in everything he did. Because of his honesty and integrity, he rose to a very high position in the Egyptian government. Under Joseph’s leadership, when a famine happened, Egypt had plenty of food so people didn’t starve.

Jacob sent his sons to Egypt to buy food, but they had no idea that the man they asked for help was their brother, Joseph. God sees the future, and He can take a very evil event and use it for good. Joseph understood this truth and told his brothers, “But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive” (Genesis 50:20).

This was true thousands of years ago, and it is still true today. There are many events in life that seem horrific, but if we honor God in our thoughts and actions, He will use what seems evil for His good purpose. It may not be apparent immediately, but with His hand over any situation, the good will eventually become crystal clear.

A few months ago, my daughter and I were in what should have been a major, even fatal, wreck. Although she is a very good driver, somehow my daughter drove off a steep cliff, and we’re still not clear on how it happened. Her pickup was totaled. She and I only got bruised with some minor injuries, which have been mended by our chiropractor, and some lingering trauma on my part. Why did this happen? I cannot be certain, but mechanical things had been going wrong with the pickup, and it’s not a big stretch to assume some dangerous mechanical problem was about to happen. She could have been stranded in the dark on an ice-covered highway while commuting to work. I praise God for His protection.

Recently, Charlie Kirk was murdered. It was a tragic thing to happen, and my heart goes out to his family, but what was meant for evil, God has used for good. There are many thoughts that have run through my mind lately, and one that stands out is that Charlie Kirk was doing exactly what God wants us all to do. He was honoring God and sharing His truth at the moment of his death.

I think of my own life and how many times my thoughts don’t honor God, or my actions don’t show that I love Jesus. Shame on me. My mother used to ask me, “If you were accused of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” My teenage self could only answer that question, “Probably not.” Charlie Kirk spoke a message of God’s love and forgiveness through Jesus. He didn’t compromise God’s truth. He wasn’t given a fair trial, but those who opposed his message convicted him and murdered him without a trial under the laws of the United States nor under God’s laws. Because of his faith, Charlie Kirk is with His Saviour right now.

“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord” (2 Corinthians 5:8).

Still, what was meant to silence the Christian voice has ignited a fire. This is the time for every Christian to share the Gospel. I pray that this opportunity to share God’s love with people who serve demon gods will not be swept under the rug.

Study Ephesians 6:10-19. God’s armor will keep you safe within His protection, even unto death. Indeed, study all of Scripture and don’t compromise. Peter tells us “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ” (1 Peter 3:15-16).

The word “conversation” comes from the Greek “anastrophe,” which means “manner of life, conduct, behavior, deportment.” In other words, live to honor Christ.

Let me take what may seem like a detour. Demons are real. Demons are servants of Satan and only want to destroy humans. It’s my belief that the entire world is under siege from demons. Daniel spoke of the powers behind Persia and Greece. These were evil forces that an angel had to fight against. These demonic powers are still working their evil today. Charlie Kirk spoke God’s truth to the demon-inspired crowds, and they killed him.

They can never kill the Holy Spirit living inside every Christian. There is a revival of sorts happening because of the murder of Charlie Kirk, but the demonic forces are also gathering power. Brothers and sisters, draw close to Jesus and stand firm upon God’s word. “Quench not the Spirit” (1 Thessalonians 5:19). 

Now is the time to share the Gospel with others. Now is the time to stand firmly with fellow Christians upon God’s word. Onward Christian soldiers! We are marching to war against evil. Demand that schools stop teaching gender choice, evolution, and other satanic subjects. If you are a school teacher who claims to be a Christian but have no problem teaching these lies, then you need to dust off your Bible and study it. Honor God.

As we draw closer to the Rapture and the end of time, these evil entities know their time is about to end. They are becoming more “in your face.” Because Christians, who are indwelt with the Holy Spirit, deny the power of God, the demons are taking advantage of Christian ignorance. In the name of Jesus, we need to exorcise the demons that are possessing our nation.

Jesus knew demons are real and told a story of an unclean spirit returning to its house. “When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation” (Matthew 12:43-45).

The demons must be cast out, but the house must then be filled with the Holy Spirit so they cannot return. America has systematically removed God from our schools, our government, and even our churches. Thus, our one nation under God is left empty. Demons are filling the empty spaces. Each of us must examine our own heart and be sure we are filled with the Holy Spirit and honoring God as we should. We must sweep the corners to be sure we get every cobweb of sin cleared away.

Other Godly men have also recently died. Their deaths didn’t make headlines like Charlie Kirk, but, nonetheless, they are missed. Men such as Voddie Baucham, who was a man who stood solid on God’s truth. His firm and gentle stand upon the Word of God was a blessing, and his death leaves an empty space that needs to be filled by men who truly serve the Lord with no fear.

There are plenty of false teachers around, but we need God-fearing men to step up and honor God by sharing His truth. We all have a voice that God can and will use if a person is willing not to compromise Scripture. Your voice may be small, but remember, David was small when he fought Goliath. David knew God was with him and had no fear; Goliath lost the battle. God is with all of us who love Him and serve Him. Don’t fear giants, but honor God. “What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31).

Brothers and sisters, honor God by serving Him without compromise. Don’t change His word to fit your agenda, but fit yourself to His word.

God bless you all

Nathele Graham

twotug@embarqmail.com

Recommended prophecy sites:

www.raptureready.com
www.prophecyupdate.com
www.raptureforums.com

All original scripture is “theopneustos,” God-breathed.

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“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee” (Psalm 122:6).