What did Jesus actually teach about His return… and why are there so many views on the end times?

Today, Pastor Carl Nichols dives into Matthew 24, the meaning of Parousia, the debate around the rapture, and where some modern end-times beliefs came from. Was Christ’s return meant to be understood as a secret disappearance… or the public arrival of a King?

We explore:

What Christians historically agree on about the return of Christ

Why end-times confusion exists

Dispensational vs Early Church views explained

The meaning of Parousia, Harpazō, and Apantēsis

The origins of modern rapture theology

Why readiness matters more than date-setting

This conversation may challenge what you’ve heard—and deepen your hope in the return of Jesus.

“We’re not caught up to disappear… we’re caught up to welcome a returning King.”

👇 Drop a comment: What were you taught about the end times?