They also need to prepare for battle, and build up their fortitude for the difficulties that lie ahead.
This realization means that the characters are forced to accept the reality of what is happening around them-including the existence of Christ and the Antichrist-and work to improve themselves through prayer. Together, Bruce and Buck determine that Nicolae is the Antichrist, and his rise to power heralds the beginning of the seven years of tribulations that will precede Christ’s return to Earth. Bruce leads a group called the Tribulation Force.
Buck’s investigation into the disappearances leads to an encounter with Bruce Barnes, a young pastor at the New Hope Church. He witnesses the effects of the event world-wide, and the rise of Nicolae Carpathia, a powerful political figure. He has a different take on the event, and he tries to observe it with the professionalism and objectivity expected of journalists. The other character, Cameron Williams-known as Buck-is a news writer of international renown. He prays for her salvation while he works to become a better person himself. His daughter, Chloe, has also been left behind. He believes that the church has been raptured and that he has been left behind to suffer for the next seven years, as he tries to survive the arrival of the Antichrist. He thinks of his wife and son, both of whom are devoutly religious. When the rapture occurred, Rayford was in the process of piloting a plane on its way to London.
The novel focuses on two characters who are deeply affected by the mass disappearances. However, those who survive will witness the second coming of Christ and be accepted into His glory. During those seven years, many will perish. The Antichrist will rise and grow powerful, and have dominion over those who remain. According to one group that subscribes to this theory-a group from the New Hope Village Church-the people on earth will suffer seven years of trials. The problem this poses for those left behind is whether or not they were faithful, and whether they can change their lives so that they will be accepted by Christ. In Christian doctrine, Christ is prophesied to return to collect the souls of the faithful. One theory is that the event marks the beginning of the end of days. Around the globe, people come up with different theories to explain what happened. With no apparent reason for the disappearances, those who remain are left to wonder if their loved ones are alive, are being punished, or if they themselves are being punished. One day, millions of people throughout the world simply disappear. Jenkins, is a speculative novel about transformation, salvation, and faith.
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