The word “Apocalypse” comes from the Greek word ἀποκάλυψις (apokálypsis).

It literally means “uncovering,” “revealing,” “disclosure,” or “revelation.”

In the Bible, it is not about destruction or the end of the world.

Today, when most people say “apocalypse” or “apocalyptic,” they usually mean: a catastrophic end of the world or total destruction of civilization. Something like: Nuclear war, climate collapse or asteroid impact

There is a vast difference between biblical meanings and secular usage.

This leads to confusion as to if the speaker is or is not a disciple of Christ. Dictionaries only reflect how the world uses language.

One thing churches could do but is not done in all churches is to have a discipleship program to get everyone on the same page. What that means to each church administration will vary because not all administrations are alike.

I had mentioned in a previous post that a non-denominational charismatic church focused primarily on the spiritual gifts. They did not have a discipleship program. Another church I attended focused on the teaching of the word and the practical impact the bible had throughout history and in our daily lives. They did not have a discipleship program.

Some churches have discipleship programs that indoctrinate rather than educate.

The biblical use of the word disciple is a student of their master. Before Christ students chose their Rabbi. That all changed when Jesus began His ministry.

John 12:26 If anyone serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be also. If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.

John 13:18 I am not speaking of all of you; I know whom I have chosen….

While Jesus talks to everyone, He has not chosen everyone to be His disciple.

That is a hard lesson.