Raptured to the… Third Heaven? (II Corinthians 12:2)

17/09/2025 25 min Episodio 91
Raptured to the… Third Heaven? (II Corinthians 12:2)

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Paul uses a phrase that I don’t quite know how to interpret, because it’s the only place in the whole Bible that uses this phrase.II Corinthians 12:2 readsI know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heavenWait, who was this guy?What is the third heaven?And what happened to the first two?I mean, some of us know about the Seventh Heaven, if we spent a little too much time watching cheesy Stephen Collins family dramas on the WB as kids. I’d kind of like to forget about that one. But I DO want to know more about this third heaven, because I find this to be weird, and I’d like to explore why it’s in the Bible. Turn to II Corinthians 12, and let’s get weird.Check out the website! www.weirdstuffinthebible.comVisit the Weird Stuff store!https://luketaylorpodcasts.creator-spring.comSign up for the weekly newsletter! Get additional insights and Bible study tips for unpacking strange things in scripture. Enter your email here:https://weirdstuffinthebible.beehiiv.com/You can also find a list of past newsletters at that same link so you never have to miss one.0:00 - Introduction1:00 - Paul’s Humility in Boasting10:30 - The Third Heaven14:50 - Next Time & Mailbag19:45 - The Rapture of Philip22:50 - Chris M from BostonIf you want to get in touch, my email is [email protected] by Luke TaylorIf you’re intrigued by strange Bible stories, uncovering Bible mysteries, or learning about unusual biblical teachings, this podcast is for you! Dive deep into weird Bible facts, biblical controversies, and the supernatural in the Bible, while exploring the hidden stories of the Bible you may have never heard. Get a fresh perspective as we explain the Bible in ways that challenge the norm and uncover the unexpected. I’m so glad you’re here- don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE so that you never miss an episode!