C. The language of the "early" and the "latter" Rains When the Holy Spirit wanted to instruct (2Tim.3:16) us about waiting patiently for the Coming of the Lord (James.5:7-8), He used the Bible language of the early and latter rains. These "rains" foreshadow two appointed times in God's Redemptive plan where God would pour out His Spirit upon all flesh. (Full details in - Phase 8, 9, and 11)