Is a September 23 Rapture Possible?
People online are buzzing about the Feast of Trumpets and a possible rapture on September 22–23. The timing has caught attention because of UN conferences, blood moons, and anniversaries of prophetic signs. Nelson Walters walks through the excitement, clears up misunderstandings, and shows what scripture actually says about the timing of the rapture, the tribulation, and the Antichrist. Watch now …
The UN Conference and Dividing Israel
Nelson begins with the UN conference, hosted by global leaders like Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Emmanuel Macron. The focus is the two-state solution. According to Joel 3:2, God promises judgment on nations that divide His land. So while the world calls it a peace conference, scripture calls it rebellion. Walters warns that when world leaders say “peace and safety,” Christians should remember 1 Thessalonians 5:3—sudden destruction follows.
Why September 22 Is Significant
This date isn’t random. It falls on the eve of the Feast of Trumpets, the festival most often connected with the rapture. It’s also the autumn equinox, a date often honored by occult groups. On top of that, it marks the one-year anniversary of the UN’s “Pact for the Future” (2024) and the eighth anniversary of the Virgo “woman in labor” sign from 2017. A blood moon earlier in the month only fueled speculation. Walters calls this convergence important, but not proof of the rapture.
Two Events Before the Rapture
So, is a September 23 rapture possible? Walters says no. 2 Thessalonians 2:3–4 makes it clear that two events must happen first:
- A great falling away from the faith.
- The Antichrist seated in the temple.
Neither has occurred yet. Expecting the rapture now, he says, only sets Christians up for disappointment, as happened in 2017.
Misunderstanding the Covenant
Many English Bibles say the Antichrist will “make” or “confirm” a covenant (Daniel 9:27). But in Hebrew, it says he will “cause a covenant to prevail.” That means he enforces an existing deal rather than creating a new one. Walters points to the UN’s 2024 “Pact for the Future” as that deal. If so, the tribulation may have already started in 2024 and would conclude in 2031, exactly 70 Jubilee cycles after Israel entered the land under Joshua. Star alignments predicted for 2030–2031 also line up with this timeline.
Why We Don’t See Chaos Yet
If the tribulation began, why isn’t the world in chaos like in the Left Behind movies? Walters explains the Bible never says the first half will be apocalyptic. Jesus called it “the beginning of birth pains.” Revelation 6 describes the first horseman bringing false peace. The white horse, crown, and bow symbolize treaties, diplomacy, and gradual conquest—not fire falling from the sky. In other words, it starts subtle. And that may be what’s happening now.
What’s Likely Ahead
Walters expects:
- A ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.
- A UN force moving in under the banner of peacekeeping.
- Step-by-step pressure on Israel toward the two-state solution.
- A global enforcement mechanism through the UN or World Court.
It will look like progress, but in reality, it’s setting the stage for disaster. He believes the real turning point may come in October 2026, when Israel finally accepts the two-state plan.
Why Many Won’t Recognize It
Even believers may miss the start of the tribulation. Walters cites Jesus’ parable of the 10 virgins—wise and foolish, all asleep until the midnight cry. The Antichrist will be revealed clearly only when he sits in the temple. Until then, the early years of the tribulation will seem like peace. That’s why he says preparation is key—both spiritual and practical.
Watching for the Season
Jesus said no one knows the exact day or hour (Matthew 24:36). But He also told believers to watch for the season (Matthew 25:13). Walters compares it to spotting a storm: you may not know the minute lightning will strike, but you can see the sky darkening. He urges Christians not to fall for premature rapture claims, but to stay alert and keep their lamps full of oil.
What do you think?
Stay Alert with Revelation Explained
Biblical prophecy with current events, stay alert to these potential end-time signs at Revelation Explained.
Stay Informed with Nelson Walters
Last Days Overcomer Website – https://lastdaysovercomer.org/about-us/
Thanks for watching A September 23 Rapture?


A very interesting timeline analysis of the rapture by Ricardo Garcia – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTwX4idWHU0