The purpose of the “Rapture” is to protect the elect from the tribulations of the end times. Yet Jesus said nothing about sparing anyone from tribulation. In fact, He said, “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one.”- John 17:15 “In the world you have tribulation, but be of good cheer. I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33
