Rapture letters/care packages (merged threads)

[Beccasue]

You've all given me some really great ideas!! All of my family grew up in the church - so they know. Some are saved, some I wonder and pray for. My husband and his family however, are not. I talk to my husband alot about it. I just wrote a letter last week. I'm going to put it in my Bible, and leave my Bible in the same place each day, so he knows where to look. I have also thought about starting to stockpile a few things, like food, water, emergency cash (who knows if that will be of any use). Not much, but something to keep him going for awhile. Most of all, I just pray. I can not believe that this is just coincidence, so many people feeling like the Holy Spirit is speaking to them of this. I just pray to see you all soon. It is amazing how our technology today allows us to become connected to so many others that we never meet face to face. But I am sure this is one of the few forums on the internet where we will meet in the greatest place of all!!!

[cris]

wonderful work Megan, such hope to be with our Savior.

[ThatDude]

[B]I especially want to tell them about the anti-Christ

Describing the anti christ is the easy part. Just say, he's the guy who dies from massive brain trauma and comes back to life and forces people to worship him.

I strongly believe that the reason people will give for the disappearance of individuals when the rapture happens will be closely related to something out of a text book.
With all the evolution gurus out there currently influencing atheist, it's a good bet that the rapture will be explained as an evolutionary event or some such rubbish based on a "scientific theory". Most likely it will be associated with the next evolutionary event.
As the devil is a trickster, something society is already devoted to will help him convince people that it isn't God. Evolution is a good source for that something.
And since evolution is all about weeding out the week in favor of the strong, my guess would be that fundamental or conservative Christians will be seen as people who were prone to delusions and week; thusly subject to the laws of evolution.

Sorry if I sounded like I was rambling on.

Thanks.

[Trance]

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[TaliaKirana]

I saved a copy of this, it's a very good explanation.

[momoffaith]

This is great!! I am going to copy it now. Thanks!!!

[sailorsvalen]

Hi Everyone! I am new to the forum and have been thinking a lot about the end of days and how it will affect and impact my family and friends. I have been thinking about my husband in particular. He is unfortunately not saved. I am not worried about my children and what will happen to them when the Lord returns, but I am worried about my husband's salvation.

I have been thinking about preparing a little "Rapture" care kit for him, for in the event that the Rapture happens and he has not yet accept Jesus as his personal savior. I am thinking of putting in a little video for him of me trying to offer some comfort and wisdom and to try and direct him to open up a bible and read the truth, especially since I am quite sure that he will be shocked into belief when we disappear, if his salvation doesn't happen beforehand. I have also thought about preparing some music cds for him to listen to, music that will help speak to him, in the event that he is left behind. I am also going to have a bible in the box for him that I want to hi-light and label for him, to help him get a jump start on seeking the Lord, by pointing out key scriptures that will help him to understand God's love for us, how to accept Jesus as his savior and to give him hope that just because he was left behind, it does not mean he is lost, that he still has a chance to come to the Lord and be saved. But I am no biblical scholar and I really have no idea what different verses would be best for someone who might have newly found faith and who is in shock over what I believe will be a traumatic experience, for the people who are left behind.

Can anyone offer suggestions on verses they think might be good and maybe an order to line them up in, so that I can set things up for my hubby in such a way that will help to direct him on the right path.

Thanks everyone!

[Acts5:41]

I don't know about music...

I'd advise this, and the other articles linked on the Rapture Ready main page, under the heading "Information for those left behind"

Since he is in the military I am assuming he has survival training. He'll need it.

It is going to be the absolute worst day of his life. I agree with Steve.

My husband, who is blind, calls it "The Crazy Blind man speech".

"Have I given you my crazy blind man speech, yet?"

No, What's that? And he tells them.

Witness, tell him how things will happen as you see it, then tell him "let's hope you never need it, but I made a box for you". It might be helpful to put passwords.

Me, I'm a Bible freak. Throw some extra Bibles in, too.

[Steve53]

Hi Everyone! I am new to the forum ....

The time to witness to your husband is now, while you're still here.

[Sandee]

I have an unsaved sister (my only sibling) she is 62 I am going on 66. I have been sharing things with her since I was saved. As time went on I have shared with her the gospel, how to be savd and everything else I can think of.

If the repture happens now, she will not be decieved. She will know what happened, and why she is still here, and just exactly what she will be facing and for how long. She also knows where to look for good information (Bible). As the years have gone by we have grown closer, and it has been increasingly easier to share with her. (Funny how that happens)

The problem is she has not accepted Jesus yet because she has always been a rebel and balks at doing what other people want her to. That is her decision, I am not responsible for her behavior. But ... I continue to pray.

And that is my left behind care package for her. She can't miss, or ignore what is in her brain.

[sailorsvalen]

The time to witness to your husband is now, while you're still here.

Obviously, and I am and I do, everyday. But in the event that he hasn't been saved before the trumphet sounds, I want to be sure he has every thing he needs left for him, I have a sick feeling that if he does not come to be saved before it happens, he will have a definite wake up call.. I just want to be sure there's a plan b when it comes to his salvation and that I leave him with everything I can possibly think of to help lead him to Jesus, if he doesn't find salvation before we all called to be with the Lord.

[Nightelf]

Obviously, and I am and I do, everyday. But in the event that he hasn't been saved before the trumphet sounds, I want to be sure he has every thing he needs left for him, I have a sick feeling that if he does not come to be saved before it happens, he will have a definite wake up call.. I just want to be sure there's a plan b when it comes to his salvation and that I leave him with everything I can possibly think of to help lead him to Jesus, if he doesn't find salvation before we all called to be with the Lord.

I get it, I really do. But if he's your husband, won't he have access to all your stuff anyway? I'm not sure if you really need to "put something together" for him. Imagine even if the rapture is a long way off but you were to die suddenly tomorrow, he would end up going through your belongings. If you've talked to him about the Gospel, and he knows where your Bible is, maybe just write him a letter and slip it into your Bible or purse where he'd find it.

[lovePsalm40]

Thank you for this. I've been talking with some very close family about getting a file to them since they live with people who will be left behind at this point. The thing is, I am not certain these folks getting the file are saved and you've given us all a great gift. I'll be combing through to make this work for us and I truly appreciate all the time you've put into it.

God bless your efforts~

[lovePsalm40]

Hi Everyone! I am new to the forum and have been thinking a lot about the end of days and how it will affect and impact my family and friends. I have been thinking about my husband in particular. He is unfortunately not saved. I am not worried about my children and what will happen to them when the Lord returns, but I am worried about my husband's salvation.

I have been thinking about preparing a little "Rapture" care kit for him, for in the event that the Rapture happens and he has not yet accept Jesus as his personal savior. I am thinking of putting in a little video for him of me trying to offer some comfort and wisdom and to try and direct him to open up a bible and read the truth, especially since I am quite sure that he will be shocked into belief when we disappear, if his salvation doesn't happen beforehand. I have also thought about preparing some music cds for him to listen to, music that will help speak to him, in the event that he is left behind. I am also going to have a bible in the box for him that I want to hi-light and label for him, to help him get a jump start on seeking the Lord, by pointing out key scriptures that will help him to understand God's love for us, how to accept Jesus as his savior and to give him hope that just because he was left behind, it does not mean he is lost, that he still has a chance to come to the Lord and be saved. But I am no biblical scholar and I really have no idea what different verses would be best for someone who might have newly found faith and who is in shock over what I believe will be a traumatic experience, for the people who are left behind.

Can anyone offer suggestions on verses they think might be good and maybe an order to line them up in, so that I can set things up for my hubby in such a way that will help to direct him on the right path.

Thanks everyone!

Great idea--I like the "The End of the Beginning" by David Phelps for something like this and thought of "Watch the Lamb" by Ray Bolz. You could leave the lyrics of the hymn "One Day" in the file, it goes through the story of Christ. I've prayed for your husband's salvation. Bless you~

[lovePsalm40]

Obviously, and I am and I do, everyday. But in the event that he hasn't been saved before the trumphet sounds, I want to be sure he has every thing he needs left for him, I have a sick feeling that if he does not come to be saved before it happens, he will have a definite wake up call.. I just want to be sure there's a plan b when it comes to his salvation and that I leave him with everything I can possibly think of to help lead him to Jesus, if he doesn't find salvation before we all called to be with the Lord.

Being a woman married to an unbeliever is tricky territory. Submitting to him and loving him will get you farther than all the talking. I think the file is a wise, quiet idea.

[Evoo327]

I think I'll add this to my resources, thank you!

I have a folder set up on my desktop called, "VANISHED" and I'm in the process of preparing discs and print outs as well. I keep lots of files, including a "Left Behind Letter" I wrote, a document detailing the plan of salvation, Biblical info about what they'll be facing in the Tribulation, and also an FAQ for new believers. In the letter, I told them to take all resources from my home that they can find. (I also carry a rapture card in my wallet and pocket when I go out-- I made a little business card sized thing with a brief explanation of what happened-- in case He comes for us while I am out and about!)

It's my hope that whoever finds these resources when I'm gone will come to Christ. In addition to the potential for looting, there's a few family members and friends that I've witnessed to (to no avail, as of yet) that know about the files. If nothing else, they'll find them.

[Jlutz]

I've been thinking over the last few weeks what I should be doing to help the people that get left behind.

I realize that they really need to help themselves and they have no excuse, but I decided to leave a "left behind" letter in my desk at work. I figure that eventually someone will have to clean the desk out after I'm gone and it would be pretty convincing to find a letter that I wrote predicting that I would soon go missing. I've also sent personal letters to some of the people i know and ask them to keep the letter, even if they thought i was crazy, just so they would have it when they needed it.

I've started to post articles on the end times on my facebook page too.

What do you guys do?

[Evoo327]

Oh, I like this post!

I have a brief letter on my fridge, that instructs people briefly as to what happened, and it also instructs the reader to seek out files on my computer and the Bibles I have in my house...

The files on my computer (mentioned above) are in a desktop folder called "VANISHED." There's a folder with an explanation of the Rapture, a LOT of files about what to expect in the Tribulation, recognizing the AC etc, and also files on the Gospel, on becoming a follower of Christ and tips for new believers.

I'm currently trying to copy all of those files to various discs, so that they can be taken with the person who reads the files on the computer. But that's proven challenging, because I keep finding stuff I want to add to the computer files!!

I also carry a "Rapture Card" in my wallet and in my pocket in the event of the Rapture happening while I'm out, and people finding it while going through, or trying to loot, my belongings. It's the size of a business card, and it has a brief explanation of what the Rapture is, what to expect and how to know Christ on it. I printed out a few of these, and my family members carry them, too, as do a few of my friends (the ones who also believe in a pre-trib rapture).

[Evoo327]

Oh, and I am hoping to get some more food goods stockpiled for those left behind, as well.

[treasures]

I have no idea who might be going through my things when we are gone, not a clue (unless my new agnostic friend actually believes and takes me up on the offer to collect my things and drives 4 hours to do that). I was really just trying to make a statement to him, here and now, in making that offer, but I suppose he might.

During what has felt like one very looong life... I've come to the conclusion that love is really the only thing that matters, because it's the only thing we can take with us when we go, and it's the only thing of any value that we can leave behind. Any love in me is of Christ, and I'm just trying to leave physical evidence of that in whatever way the Spirit moves me, and pray it's noticed. I'm not so sure the what matters as much as the why, but I'm leaving Bibles, notes, notes in Bibles, e-mails (via raptureletters.com) and any money I might have in my Bible as well (and I do feel some satisfaction that it won't be discovered unless they, whoever they are, bother to pick up that Bible). Not that it's much, depending on whether the rapture occurs before or after I've paid bills, but then again that's where I pray the why is considered, rather than the what.