Left Behind
Author: Tim LaHayes
2/17/2014
Left Behind is a story of transformation, faith, and salvation. The world is changed when millions of people worldwide suddenly vanish. People everywhere are saddened with their losses and the inference it has on the world. Many theories arise and people attempt to make sense of the events. One of these theories is that Christ has come back and raptured his church. A core group of followers at the New Hope Village Church believe that the end days are here as is outlined in the Book of Revelation in the Bible. As the Bible predicts, there will be seven years of trials and tribulations where the Antichrist will rise to power and wield his might. Many more will die before the seven years are finished, but for those that remain, they will witness the Magnificent Appearance of Christ. Directly two people are affected : Rayford Steele, an airline pilot, and Cameron "Buck" Williams, an internationally renowned news writer. Both are very much affected by the disappearances and both find different ways to deal with the consequences of its affect. Rayford Steele is piloting a plane headed toward London when the rapture occurs. His mind immediately goes to his wife and son who are highly religious people. From the beginning, he knows the church has been raptured and he is left behind. Along with himself, his daughter Chloe is also left behind. As Rayford mends his sinful ways, he also prays for Chloe's salvation in a worried attempt to save her soul.
As a seasoned journalist, Buck Williams keeps an objective eye on the story, which has global implications. At the same time as the disappearances, there is a young man making a sudden rise in the political realm. Nicolae Carpathia appears to be the answer to everyone's prayers. A odd and powerful person, he comes off as meek and humble. However, as Buck's investigation ensues and he encounters Bruce Barnes and the rest of the Tribulation Force, he