Oh boy, ghost stories!
I am a practicing Catholic but after quite a bit of study, I sincerely believe that The Apocalypse/Revelation speaks of events that already happened, usually by metaphor.
Indeed, it’s clearly written as if the events were imminent. One has to use quite a bit of imagination (and indeed, a healthy does denial) to think the book purports to literally tell of events yet to come.
Indeed, Jesus personally spoke in parables and used metaphor. People looking for literal marks in people’s skin are really the types who just don’t ‘get it.’
Sorry, I just don’t buy into the biblical end times stuff. If it happens, it’s God’s will - so be it. Standing around looking for the signs around every dark street corner isn’t productive.
Post millenialism went with 1000 A.D., bro. And preterism is a non starter...
I am surprised that a Catholic did not pay more attention to First and Second Thessalonians; even if you throw out revelation as “already happened”, some of Paul’s writings are difficult to toss off so glibly...
I blame John Nelson Darby.
Ghost stories?! I think not. If you believe that all Scripture was written by the inspiration of God, then would it surprise you to know that God predicted your argument?
“Knowing this first of all, that in the last days mockers will come with their mocking, following after their own lusts, and saying,”Where is the promise of His coming? For ever since the fathers fell asleep,(death)all continues just as it was from the beginning of creation.” II Peter 3:3-4, NASB
I mean no disrespect, but there will be a literal end times, whether you believe it or not! Our journey here on earth determines whether we will spend eternity with Him, or eternally separated from Him. He will not change His Plan, and I strongly encourage you to explore this subject a little closer and prepare for the coming events—they WILL happen.
So you don’t believe in the divinely inspired written word of God then?