Our Lord Jesus Christ predicted his
ascension and glorification when he told Nicodemus, "As Moses lifted up
the serpent in the wilderness, so must the
Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal
life" (John 3:14-15). This is exactly what happened on Ascension Thursday.
After addressing his disciples he ascended into heaven Mark 16:15-20 declares, "The
Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven, and sat down
at the right hand of God." What a glorious experience! With the ascension,
our Lord Jesus Christ is no longer limited in time and space. He is now seated at God's right hand. And He is not just in heaven. He is now everywhere!
His ascension into heaven is indeed the peak of his glorification. The gate of
heaven is now opened to us all. One day, after preparing a place for us He
will come and take us to himself (John 14:3). To him be glory and praise both
now and forevermore - Amen!
Inspirational
Message: The
ascension of Christ into heaven is the peak of his glorification. His ascension has taken him to the highest level in life. With his ascension the gate of heaven is now opened to us all
Prayer
for Divine Ascension: Heavenly Father, King of heaven and earth. Your Son our
Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven amidst shouts and joy. His ascension is
indeed, the best thing that has ever happened to humanity since Adam and Even
were thrown out of paradise. With the ascension of Christ the gate of heaven is
now opened for us all. Lord, as we celebrate the ascension of your Son into
heaven we are looking forward to our own ascension when we shall dwell with you
in your heavenly kingdom forever and ever - Amen!
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