Blog of Christian philosopher and author C.W. Steinle: encouragements, profundities, observations, and sharing. May or may not have something to do with my books.
As many Christians are bracing for Revelation-sized tribulations, it's good to remember that Jesus said He would be with us through the end of the Age. In Galatians 1:3-4 Paul wrote, "Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father..." The Greek word for "present" here means "to be 'stood' in a certain place" or "to be placed in." This means that in whatever moment of this Age in which we might happen to live, Jesus has relieved us of our sins; and, that He delivers us from the particular evils that are present—those real and present dangers. Even those Revelation-sized evils.
This booklet is packed with the clearest account of the 1st Thessalonians 4 rapture I have written to-date, and I have written many books on the subject. Plus, I have included some simple, yet effective, tables showing why “those who are asleep” are none other than the “dead in Christ.” Paul states the timing of the “rapture sequence” in two different ways in order to comfort the bereaved that their dead will rise first. In addition, this study investigates why Paul selected such an unusual Greek word for “rapture,” and what that word actually means—something that I am not aware that any other author has presented.
This work is a brief, one-stop shop for anyone who is willing to learn what the 1st Thessalonians 4 “rapture passage” actually says. Short, but sweet! Yet, we examine all of the key words and phrases. Everything you need to know about the rapture in one short-read.
Current Video Summary (below), and upcoming booklet and audiobook. Snippet from the Introduction:
I am grieved that rapture timing continues to cause division in the Body of Christ. After writing about the rapture in half of the 20 books I have now authored or co-authored, I have determined that Paul's description of this event, as documented in the 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18 passage, is enough to settle the matter once and for all. After nearly 30 years since I began to study this prophecy, I am only now waking up, myself, to the evidence contained in this "rapture passage." And, as the Apostles voiced in Acts Chapter Four, I "cannot but speak the things which [I] have seen and heard.
Once a person takes to heart the exact words that Paul used to comfort the Thessalonians, there's simply no going back. Now, there are some who would suggest that I am the one causing division by rehashing the rapture and making such a big deal out of what many on both sides consider to be a sort of "sacred cow" doctrine. That, further discussion on a topic so controversial can only be expected to fan the flames of hostility. Here I must confess that I also lashed out against others, once I was convinced of my present stance on the issue. It was a sin, from which I have long since repented—and yes; I did both seek and receive forgiveness from God and my dearest friends regarding this offense.
Unexpectedly, others have attacked me on social media with the retort: "There is no rapture at all." I strongly disagree with such a conclusion. The change "in the twinkling of an eye" is most certainly found in the Bible. If, however, these "non-rapture" proponents are making the case that there are issues with the translation of the Greek word Paul used for "rapture," I would have to concede that they do have a point...
Future Mortality, Roe v Wade, & the Georgia Guidestones
Quentin Melson, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
What an amazing coincidence! That federalized abortion would be overturned at the time when bringing a normal baby to term would simultaneously be compromised.
The number one agenda of the Georgia Guidestones:
# 1. Maintain humanity under 500,000,000 in perpetual balance with nature.
C. W. Steinle has been quoted or cited over 1000 times at Academia.edu
Quite humbling! Quite fulfilling.
Although I've always strived to be an "original thinker." Thus, my insights are unique enough to provide a new angle on many aspects of #philosophy, #religion, #prophecy—and even global #economics.
I have authored or co-authored some 20 books and probably have at least that many video interviews from which I am being cited.
Stepping out! From mild mannered CPA to voiceover artist.
No really. The more I hear the vocals in some million-dollar commercials, the more I realize—"I can do that." So for social media's sake, here's my canned appeal:
I offer cutting-edge voiceover talent applying an engaging variety of memorable vocal artifacts. Having hosted two campus AM stations in the 70's, I've kept step with the everchanging styles of dynamic radio. More recently as an international (SW) guest and cohost, I understand the art of reading copy. I have recorded and produced a 13 week season of weekly radio shows. I also have recorded several audiobooks.
My voice offers a variety of trending audio artifacts. I also have the ability to replicate styles: authoritative, animated, bold, honest, calming, etc. My professional experience includes live radio, public speaking, narration, and audiobooks.
#Elearning, #Radio Ad, #Television Ad, Video #Narration, #audiobooks, and more.
I'm currently using my Audio-technica PRO8HEx microphone with a Steinberg UR 242 preamp and Cloudlifter CL-1 mic activator.
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