Do you believe that a Rapture will occur? (Referring to the rapture described in the Bible).

If so, do you think it will be during your lifetime?
Why, why not?

I was thinking of this topic the other day, when i was talking about the "Left Behind" book series. Don't know if any of you read them, but they were really popular a few years ago. They basically talk about a rapture occuring during modern times.

Politics were heavy in this book and they kind of resemble whats going on today.

I don't believe in "the rapture". In my opinion, there seem to be certain areas of the bible that are more about inducing fear as a method of control. PERSONALLY... I believe that my actions should come from the heart, not from a fear of going to "hell". So each day, I try to be a better person.. to do the right thing. And IF "the rapture" does come, I'll be cool. Because I tried my best regardless.

sometimes I wonder if the rapture and other parts of the bible are meant internally. like are all these stories mental and the peace coming in the form of release of fear and the acceptance of self. know thine self will help bind the serpent of the mind for 1000 years he that overcometh shall inherit all things. like i believe in reincarnation, what we conquer in this lifetime will make future lifetimes more pleasurable, what we surrender will follow us all the days of our lives. just some random thoughts

this concept (internal) would make a good novel