Evangelical Christians are increasingly vocal about a potential rapture occurring on September 23 or 24, spurred by a prediction from South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela. Social media platforms like TikTok are filled with videos urging viewers to repent to avoid being 'left behind.' While the rapture is not universally accepted among Christians, research indicates that about 47% of U.S. Christians believe we are living in the end times. This belief can influence perspectives on global issues, such as climate change. Historical context shows that rapture predictions have been made since the 1800s, with various books and films popularizing the concept. Clinical social worker Josie McSkimming notes that these beliefs can cause distress, particularly among those who have left fundamentalist churches but still feel the weight of such predictions from their communities.