Is the Rapture Depicted in Revelation 14:14-16?
The Structure of the Book of Revelation – Part I
Charles Cooper
As an advocate for the prewrath rapture view I find it unfortunate, yet necessary, that a good portion of my time is spent disproving claims. For example, the confusion about the structure of the book of Revelation naturally leads to erroneous views regarding the timing of the rapture. Any similarity, detail, parallel or whisper of a heavenly descent or ascent may present the opportunity for someone to argue for his own rapture position preference based on that particular passage. Perhaps the greatest obstacle is uncertainty about the structure of the book. Until there is a consensus about this matter, little will be accomplished regarding the timing of the rapture in the book of Revelation.