The Rapture Isn't A Secret (Part 1) | Revelation 3:10, 4:1 | Matthew Maher

In this message from our study through Revelation, we pause between chapters 3 and 4 to address one of the most debated doctrines in the New Testament: the rapture. Is it a modern invention, escapism, or a biblical promise spoken by Jesus Himself? Starting with Revelation 3:10 (“I will keep you from the hour of trial…”) and Revelation 4:1 (“Come up here…”), we trace the storyline of Scripture to show why the rapture is not a secret idea, but a consistent biblical expectation. We examine the promise of being kept from the coming “hour,” the structure of Revelation, Old Testament foreshadows (Enoch and Noah), Jesus’ own teaching (John 14; Luke 21; Luke 17), and Paul’s clear explanation of the catching away (1 Thessalonians 4; 1 Corinthians 15). This teaching is not meant to divide the Church, but to comfort, purify, and awaken the Church as we await our Groom—Jesus Christ. Key Scriptures: Revelation 3:10; Revelation 4:1; Genesis 5–7; John 14:1–3; Acts 1:9–11; Luke 21:36; Luke 17:26–30; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; 1 Corinthians 15:51–52; 1 Thessalonians 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 5:9 If you have questions about Matthew 24, the elect, or the last trumpet, stay tuned—those are exactly what we address next. Be sure to subscribe to the Landmark Church YouTube Channel and wherever you access podcasts to stay updated on all upcoming sermons. You can also watch our services live on Youtube & Facebook, and connect with us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. For gathering times & location information, visit http://thelandmark.church/