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What Would You Do if You Knew the Rapture Would Happen Within the Next Three Months?

First let me explain what "rapture" means. The idea of the Rapture is rooted in 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17, where Paul writes:

“Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord.” (NKJV)

The phrase “caught up” is translated from the Greek word:

• ἁρπάζω (harpazō) – meaning to seize, snatch, or carry off suddenly.

When the Bible was translated from Greek into Latin (in the 4th century), harpazō became:

• "rapiemur" (from rapio, meaning to snatch or seize quickly).

From rapio, we get the English word “rapture.”

Summary of the Language Trail:

English: rapture (a sudden, forceful taking)

Greek: harpazō (to snatch or seize)

Latin: rapiemur (we shall be caught up)

So, imagine waking up tomorrow and knowing—absolutely knowing—that the Rapture of the Church would take place within the next three months. Not a guess. Not a hunch. But a divinely confirmed truth. How would it change your priorities, your schedule, your relationships, your heart?

I recently listened to a YouTube video (link) below of a Christian man, who, I believe is from Africa who has had several visions and in the latest one he said that the rapture would happen on either of one of the two days during the Jewish feast day of Rosh Hashanah.

Rosh Hashanah, the biblical Feast of Trumpets, has long held prophetic significance in Jewish tradition—and increasingly in Christian eschatology. One of its most intriguing titles is "Yom HaKeseh", which means "The Hidden Day" or "The Day That No One Knows." But why is this phrase attached to Rosh Hashanah? And why do many believe Jesus may have been referencing it when He said:

“But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.” – Matthew 24:36

Here’s why this feast is shrouded in mystery:

1. Rosh Hashanah Begins on a New Moon

Unlike other Jewish feasts, Rosh Hashanah is the only one that begins on the first day of a new moon (the Hebrew month of Tishrei). In ancient times, the new moon could not be calculated precisely with modern astronomical tools, so it had to be visually sighted by two reliable witnesses in Jerusalem.

Until the new moon was confirmed and announced by the Sanhedrin, no one knew exactly when Rosh Hashanah would start. This created a unique situation where the holiday had a window of uncertainty—it might fall on one of two days, depending on the moon’s appearance.

2. "The Day Hidden from Satan"

Rosh Hashanah was also called Yom HaKeseh (“the hidden day”) because its timing was intentionally concealed to confuse the adversary, Satan. The Jewish sages taught that because Rosh Hashanah is the Day of Judgment, it was “hidden” to prevent Satan from accusing God’s people before the heavenly court.

This further contributed to the theme of uncertainty and divine concealment—a day wrapped in secrecy until the moment it arrives.

3. Prophetic Parallel to Christ’s Return

When Jesus said in Matthew 24:36 that “no one knows the day or the hour” of His coming, many believe He was using a common Jewish idiom for Rosh Hashanah. He wasn’t being vague—He was pointing to a specific feast, much like saying “no one knows when Thanksgiving is” because it falls on a shifting Thursday each year.

This idiom, tied to the Feast of Trumpets, would have been clearly understood by His Jewish disciples. It's as if Jesus was saying, “You won’t know the exact hour—but watch for this season.”

4. The Feast of Trumpets and the Last Trump

In 1 Thessalonians 4:16 and 1 Corinthians 15:52, Paul describes the Rapture occurring “at the last trump.” Rosh Hashanah is also known as “the feast of the awakening blast,” when 100 trumpet blasts are sounded, ending in the tekiah gedolah—the “last trump.”

This deepens the prophetic connection between Rosh Hashanah and the return of Christ for His bride.

1. The Urgency of the Eternal

The first and most overwhelming reaction for many believers would likely be urgency. Suddenly, things that seemed important—career goals, social media, politics, even petty grievances—would fade into the background. If the Rapture is three months away, then eternity is knocking at the door. The question becomes: Who do I know that isn’t ready? This wouldn't be the time to shrink back or sugarcoat truth. It would be time to speak the name of Jesus boldly and lovingly to every friend, family member, neighbor, or stranger who needs Him.

2. Radical Reprioritization

If the Rapture were imminent, many of us would rethink how we spend our time. Entertainment and comfort would take a backseat to purpose. Maybe instead of binge-watching another series, you’d open your Bible more often, or gather your family around the Word. Perhaps you’d write that letter, make that phone call, or finally forgive someone you’ve been estranged from for years. Time would become precious, and we’d likely seek to fill every moment with things of lasting value—prayer, worship, acts of love, and sharing the hope that is in us.

3. Living Holy and Set Apart

Knowing the Rapture is near would drive a deep desire for holiness—not to “earn” salvation, but as a loving response to our soon-coming Savior. Repentance would become real and raw. Secret sins would lose their hold in the light of Christ’s imminent return. We’d want our hearts to be fully His. We’d want our lamps full of oil, just like the wise virgins in Matthew 25. Not out of fear—but out of joyful anticipation and reverent awe.

4. Comfort in the Chaos

For those who love Jesus, the idea of the Rapture isn't terrifying—it’s hopeful. In a world filled with fear, division, war, and uncertainty, the promise that Christ is coming to gather His bride brings deep peace. As the world continues to unravel, the believer can look up with confidence, knowing that our redemption is drawing near (Luke 21:28). You wouldn’t need to stockpile supplies—you’d stockpile souls. You wouldn’t hide—you’d shine.

5. What Should You Do Right Now?

Here’s the thing—we don’t know the day or the hour. But we do know He is coming soon. Whether it’s three months or thirty years, we are called to live as if it could be today. So, what would you do if you knew the Rapture was coming? Whatever that is…start doing it now. Only time will tell if what this gentleman claims to be true is actually true.

“Therefore, be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.” – Matthew 24:44

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