Is the Doctrine of the Rapture a Modern Invention?

It's common to hear pretty heavy-handed critiques of the Pre-tribulational rapture these days. Some claim that it was invented single-handedly by 19th century theologian, John Nelson Darby. Others add that Darby had to invent it because there simply is no Biblical basis for it. Is this true? Pastor Ben Owens deals with both lines of argument at length, considering the Biblical evidence and surveying the relevant church history. 


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