"Only 9 people per city!?!?”
The scriptures provide us with sobering examples that illuminate this principle. The story of Noah and the Ark, a pivotal foreshadowing of the Rapture, offers a chilling calculation. Only eight souls were saved from the flood (Genesis 7:13). The rescue of Rahab the harlot in Joshua 6:25 with only a few family follows this harpazo theme as well in her rescue and being saved from being destroyed in Jericho because of her faith and defection to Israel. The account of Lot's rescue from Sodom, another instance of divine intervention, reveals an even more precarious situation. Only Lot, his wife (who disobeyed), and his daughters were spared (Genesis 19:15-26). The population of Sodom was vast, yet only three were in the end saved. Further, the account of Abraham's negotiation with God over Sodom provides a revealing insight in God’s John 1:1 Logical Words.
In Genesis 18:23-33, Abraham pleads with God to spare the city of Sodom if a certain number of righteous individuals can be found within its walls. He progressively lowers the threshold, from fifty to ten. This is where God stops him. Ultimately, the offer to spare Sodom, or any city in God’s Logic hinged on the presence of just ten righteous individuals. This poignant exchange offers a prophetic marker. The implication is that the Rapture will occur when the spiritual landscape is so barren that few believers remain, perhaps even as few as nine in a given city. This is not merely a quantitative observation, but a qualitative one. The spiritual climate will be one of widespread apostasy and indifference, where genuine faith is rare and the call of the Gospel is largely ignored. This is verified again with the entire destruction of seemingly impenetrable Jericho with Rehab taking in only a few to her home to be saved by Hebrews 11:31 shown faith, Joshua 6:25.
This Noah day style decline in faith is inextricably linked to a mass rejection of God and the Holy Spirit, a spiritual condition that will manifest as widespread blasphemy and spiritual apathy. The rejection of the Holy Spirit is a particularly grave matter, as it represents a refusal to accept the very means of salvation. John 3:36 states, "He who believes in the Son has everlasting life; and he who does not believe the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him." This verse underscores the dire consequences of rejecting Jesus Christ, the Son of God. This rejection, coupled with the mass rejection of the Holy Spirit, creates a spiritual climate where forgiveness is no longer readily accessible. The door to salvation fro God’s wrath will be closing.
As the world actively rejects God, choosing to remain in unbelief, the opportunity for salvation from wrath diminishes. The Apostle Paul, in Romans 1:18, warns of God's wrath against those who "suppress the truth in unrighteousness". This suppression, a conscious choice to reject the light of the Gospel, contributes to the growing spiritual darkness.
The dwindling of the remnant, the increasing rejection of God and the Holy Spirit, paints a picture of a world teetering on the brink. The few who remain faithful will be surrounded by a culture that actively opposes the very foundations of their beliefs. The moral decay will be rampant, and the forces of darkness will be emboldened.
The chilling calculation of "Only 9 people per city!?!? YOU ARE NOT GOING TO MAKE IT!! Noah's door & the Rapture" is not meant to instill paralyzing fear, but rather to ignite a sense of urgency. The scarcity of believers, the rejection of the divine, is a call to action, a call to embrace the Great Commission with renewed fervor. The dwindling remnant is a stark reminder of the need for evangelism, for prayer, and for unwavering faith. It's a call to seek God, to walk in His ways, and to shine the light of Christ into the encroaching darkness. As the spiritual landscape becomes increasingly barren, the call to remain faithful, to stand firm, and to hold fast to the hope of the Rapture grows ever more critical. For those who endure to the end, the promise of eternal life awaits, a glorious reward for those who choose to walk in faith in the face of a world spiraling into spiritual oblivion. Let us raise those not to be found wanting when the Lord calls us home. May we raise those to be counted among the few, the faithful, the remnant who will be snatched away to be with Him forever. There is a good chance we ourselves will perish before this time ourselves as the closing of the last generation after Israel was remade, but you never know we may physically make it to smile and see.
As we contemplate the prophetic realities that lie ahead, the dwindling remnant, the increasing rejection of God, and the potential for tribulation, it is easy to feel a sense of foreboding, even fear. However, the scriptures offer a powerful antidote to such trepidation. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to Timothy, reminds us of the very essence of our spiritual foundation: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind" (2 Timothy 1:7). This verse serves as a beacon of hope, a reminder that the Spirit of God empowers us to overcome the very challenges that the end times present.
The spirit of fear is not from God. God's spirit does not produce timidity, cowardice, or a spirit that enslaves people. Instead, He has given us a spirit that is characterized by power, love, and a sound mind.
Of Power: God grants His followers spiritual power, the ability to face the trials of this world with courage and strength. This power is not merely a human attribute but a divine endowment, equipping us to live victoriously in the face of adversity. This power can be used to preach the gospel.
Of Love: God's Spirit instills within us the capacity for selfless, agape love and compassion. This love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13, transcends self-interest, encompassing a profound care for others and a willingness to sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel. This is the love that will keep us from falling out of God's grace.
Of a Sound Mind: This refers to self-discipline, sound judgment, and a calm, well-balanced mind. It is the ability to think clearly, make wise decisions, and remain steadfast in our faith, even when surrounded by chaos. It means no mental disorder.
This divine given trinity of power, love, and a sound mind is not merely a source of comfort; it is a call to action. It empowers us to overcome the fear of God’s wrath, the phobia of the end times or tribulations, and the timid nature that might lead us to doubt God’s grace. By embracing the power of the Spirit, we can face the challenges of the end times with courage. By embodying the love of Christ, we can reach out to a lost world with compassion. And by maintaining a sound mind, we can navigate the complexities of these times with wisdom and discernment.
Therefore, let us not be consumed by fear, but filled with the power, love, and sound mind that God has given us. Let us be the remnant, the faithful, the ones who shine the light of Christ in the darkness. Let us live with unwavering hope, knowing that even as the world descends into spiritual barrenness, we have a promise of rescue, a promise of eternal life. The call is clear: "Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man" (Luke 21:36). May we, by the grace of God, be found faithful.
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