I'm not sure where the 'pre-trib' part came in but...
The point I was making is that if "everyone has to die", then there will be no rapture... period.
In other words, this verse is in contradiction...
1 Thessalonians 4:17
"Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord."
This verse would also be in contradiction...
Revelation 2:11
"He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death."
Die once and die twice are contradictory teachings.
This is a sore subject with me because I hear Pastors and Christians misquote and misinterpret Hebrews 9:27 all the time...
Hebrews 9:27
"And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:"
The verse is simply stating that every death will be judged. It does not say that everyone has to die, much less one time only.
The bottom line is that Christians should be careful what they wish for. Personally, I do not see myself being alive when 1 Thessalonians 4:17 takes place, however I do like having that option. :)
As far as I know, only Enoch and Elijah (in the bible) did not see death (physical) So, I suppose we can presume it can happen again and Jesus actually say's that some will (remain (alive) to be taken after those who have already died)
I don't think that Hebrews 9:27 is saying everyone MUST die but, WHEN one dies they go to the judgement. Christians will not be judged for their sin, but will be judged by what they did or did not do in their bodies on earth, not to be sent to hell but, for rewards...I really do not believe everyone will be, across the board, given the same glory but, will have different heights perhaps. Some will be punished with many stripes, some with few... Luke 12:47, 48.
As far as "when" Christ takes us from the earth, I'm back and forth it seems, on Mid or Post...cannot say as, just don't know!
Anyhow, I can see why this might bother you as, it does seem contradictory. I'm not saying I am correct here bro, just my take. :)