Lull

[sahopper]

It sure seems quiet lately. I am so ready for the next push to be the final one.

[goodboy]

It sure seems quiet lately. I am so ready for the next push to be the final one.

[$teve]

It sure seems quiet lately. I am so ready for the next push to be the final one.

You've captured my interest with this comment. Any feeling the next could be the last one? I feel similar and remain on high alert, watching events simmering shy of boiling over.

[Wishing4]

I know. I feel like I'm just holding my breath to see who makes the next move or what happens next.

[Shannon9602]

When things get quiet.... that is not a good sign. Its like when my boys suddenly become quiet and then I find out for example... they wrote on the walls!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[katiesmom07]

I so was thinking the same thing...a lull, then boom, the Iran involves cartel DC embassy news, just like a labor pang...now waiting, waiting

[OnlyHIM!]

I still think that the rapture is much more likely to occur in a lull verses when big events are occurring. In reality we really have no clue and it could happen at anytime regardless of what is happening on the earth at any given moment, but it just seems like if the rapture is this event that will catch people off guard, even many Christians, then it would seem as if a period of realitive quietness would elevate the "rapture watch" conditions! In the words of our friends at the NWS (national weather service), "Conditions are favorable for the rapid development of millions of people vanishing in the twinkling of an eye! Spotter Activation may be necessary!"

[Rei]

There was a huge push in January/February, another huge push in May, another huge push began August through the end of September. They're so strong and so noticeable that they're monitor-able this way. And the lulls aren't exactly pretty, either.

[Praying]

It sure seems quiet lately. I am so ready for the next push to be the final one.

It is quiet. I was just thinking that same thing this past almost two weeks now.

[grace-saved]

Yes, for a couple of weeks it has quieted down significantly.... Even the Earth and the Sun have slowed their activity... Like the deep breath before blowing out the candles... "...at a time when you least expect it..."

[Florian9]

Yep--things are quiet on this front, but we have no idea for how long.
Gold continues to climb and somehow world economies averted yet ANOTHER financial disaster this week.
Funny how that works! This whole Iran espionage episode may trigger some "sanctions" & "harsh words". Interesting that only DEMS are calling it "an act of war"! LOL!
These same people who cried and spit fire over Iraq--oh the irony!

[Gilgal]

I still think that the rapture is much more likely to occur in a lull verses when big events are occurring. In reality we really have no clue and it could happen at anytime regardless of what is happening on the earth at any given moment, but it just seems like if the rapture is this event that will catch people off guard, even many Christians, then it would seem as if a period of realitive quietness would elevate the "rapture watch" conditions! In the words of our friends at the NWS (national weather service), "Conditions are favorable for the rapid development of millions of people vanishing in the twinkling of an eye! Spotter Activation may be necessary!"

[nanefy]

This is so bizarre, I have been feeling that way for the past few weeks or so and wondered if it was just me. Can I ask though, if anyone else, although sure of their salvation, has worries that they would be left behind? I am terrified of being left behind to the point that it makes me sick to my stomach. I just never feel like I'm doing enough or being good enough - things are made worse when you can see all that is going on around us and it feels like the rapture could just be at any minute!

[adamrach]

This is so bizarre, I have been feeling that way for the past few weeks or so and wondered if it was just me. Can I ask though, if anyone else, although sure of their salvation, has worries that they would be left behind? I am terrified of being left behind to the point that it makes me sick to my stomach. I just never feel like I'm doing enough or being good enough - things are made worse when you can see all that is going on around us and it feels like the rapture could just be at any minute!

I think that this thought about being left behind has probably crossed all our minds at one time. Remember though God has not given us a spirit of fear, so don't allow Satan to come in with thoughts that your not going to make it. Take those thoughts capitive like the bible says.

[OnlyHIM!]

This is so bizarre, I have been feeling that way for the past few weeks or so and wondered if it was just me. Can I ask though, if anyone else, although sure of their salvation, has worries that they would be left behind? I am terrified of being left behind to the point that it makes me sick to my stomach. I just never feel like I'm doing enough or being good enough - things are made worse when you can see all that is going on around us and it feels like the rapture could just be at any minute!

I would say that that you are under attack. And if you are under attack, then that is a good sign you are part of God's family already. Just keep reminding yourself, outloud if you have to, of God's promises to His children like this one:

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand. I and my Father are one.” John 10:27-30.

If you have truly acknowledged that you are a sinner with no inate way to satisify the judgement you face with God by your own abilities (by your own works), believe and accepted that Jesus Christ, who, to be able to fully satisfy the judgment that was yours to face, He had to lay aside His Glory, leave His Father’s side, become fully man and God (at the same time) in the flesh, step foot on earth , remain blameless and perfect, without blemish, be falsely accused and sentenced to death, take your sin from you and become your sin, actually be crucified (suffer death) and rise again alive, then you are saved.

You have been bought and paid for at a price and the work is already fully and completely done and to prove it you have the Holy Spirit living in you...1/3 of the actual Holy Triune God LIVING in you. Welcome to the family!! Now, look up for your redemption draws near!!!

[Stacey]

U r not alone in being under attack by doubting your salvation. I had a nightmare that I woke up as usual husband in the shower got up went outside came in made a coffee sat down to turn on the news and as usual go in the kids rooms to check on them. Only this time they were gone. No where to be found. My heart sank. I burst into tears. Ran in our room and went nuts cuz I knew what we were in for. Dh told me to call police told him wouldn't do any good. Told him to call his friend to c if their babies were there and their kids were gone too. Frightened me so much. I actually got up to make sure it was just a dream of course it was. I prayed and prayed and prayed for peace I was finally able to with Gods help control my anxieties and thoughts and fall fast asleep. It's as a parent something I will never forget.

[Mr. Duffee]

I think this present time is anything but a "lull." An explosion of chaos is more like it. Everyday the headlines just get wilder and wilder with more civil unrest, natural disasters, civil war, terrorism, and economic crisis.

Bedlam would be a better description, and this is exactly why the economy is so bad... because the world is currently facing mounting uncertainties, disasters, and strife.

Very exciting times we live in!

[Xenosjeff]

Five years ago we would have been freaking out but now it's a lull?

We sure are spoiled. (In a positive outcome way that is)

Let's take a moment and reflect on today as opposed to the year 2000.

Jeff

[kissimmeeman]

I too have been concerned lately about being left behind and not doing enough until I recalled that it has nothing to do with works. While reading in Romans last night it was all explained to me again, Romans 10: 6-12 or basically all of 10. We must be reminded that it all has to do with believing with all of our heart that Jesus died for us all.

[Robinbobbin]

Yeah, I worry sometimes about being left behind, too. The fact is, while I love Jesus and believe he died for my salvation, it seems too easy. KWIM? I think that's the hardest thing about being a Christian... there is nothing you can DO beyond accepting Jesus's sacrifice in exchange for your salvation. Other religions you have to follow specific rules (like wearing a head skarf) or perform works for your salvation... with being a Christian, you just have to love Christ.

About the lull... keep in mind we don't hear about a lot of what is going on in the world. Look at the persecution of Christians in Egypt right now. Look at the persecution of Christians that is really beginning to take root in much of the world. So, while it feels like a lull, in reality, the next contraction is starting to build. I agree, they are coming closer and closer together.

I think the thing that is so interesting to me is it seems like there is just this pervading darkness right now and more and more people's hearts are hardening towards Christ. It makes me sad, but at the same time, that, in and of itself, is prophetically significant.