Christ's Ascension
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The document discusses the significance of Christ's ascension as described in Acts and various biblical passages, emphasizing its role in confirming his resurrection, fulfilling scripture, and marking the beginning of the Holy Spirit's work. It highlights the witnesses to his resurrection, the promised Holy Spirit, and the implications of his ascension for Christian belief and practice. Additionally, it points to the future return of Christ, stating that he will come again in the same manner as he ascended.
Christ's Ascension
- 3. Acts 1:3 . . . He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. “many” – πολύς (polys) = a great number, extensive quantity “infallible proofs” – τεκμήριον (tekmērion) = convincing proof
- 4. Acts 1:3 . . . He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days 1 Mary Magdalene (Mk. 16:9-11; Jn. 20:11-18) Mary Magdalene, Salome & Mary – mother of James (Mt. 28:9-10) Peter (Lk. 24:34) 2 disciples on the Emmaus road (Lk. 24:13-32) 10 Apostles, except for Thomas (Lk. 24:36-43; Jn. 20:19-25) 11 Apostles, including Thomas (Jn. 20:26-29) 7 disciples on the shores of the Sea of Galilee (Jn. 21:1-25) 11 Apostles on a mountain in Galilee (Mt. 28:16-20; Mk. 16:15-18) >500 brethren (1 Cor. 15:6)
- 5. Acts 1:3 . . . He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. 1 of Infallible Proofs of Instruction 2
- 6. Acts 1:2-3 until the day in which He was taken up . . . ἀναλαμβάνω (analambanō) = lifted up and carry Acts 1:11 “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven. . .” Acts 1:22 that day when He was taken up from us, one of these must become a witness with us of His resurrection.”
- 7. Luke 24:45-49 And He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures. 46 Then He said to them, “Thus it is written, and thus it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead the third day, 47 and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 And you are witnesses of these things. 49 “Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high.” 1 2 3 4
- 8. Luke 24:50 And He led them out as far as Bethany, and He lifted up His hands and blessed them. 5 6
- 9. Luke 24:51–53 51 Now it came to pass, while He blessed them, that He was parted from them and carried up into heaven. 52 And they worshiped Him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, 53 and were continually in the temple praising and blessing God. Amen. 7 “parted from” – διΐσταμαι (diistamai) = depart from, separate “carried up” – ἀναφέρω (anapherō) = carry up, be borne upward
- 10. 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. Acts 1:4–5 And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which,” He said, “you have heard from Me; 5 for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”
- 11. 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. Acts 1:6–8 Therefore, when they had come together, they asked Him, saying, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 And He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority. 8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”
- 12. Psalm 110:1 The LORD ( יהוה ) said to my Lord ( אָדוֹן ʾā·ḏôn), “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.” (Acts 2:34; Heb. 1:13; Cf. also Psa. 2, 18, 20, 21, 45, 61, 72, 89, 110, 132). John 6:62 What then if you should see the Son of Man ascend where He was before? Matthew 26:64 Jesus said to him (Caiaphas), “It is as you said. Nevertheless, I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.”
- 13. John 20:17 Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to Me, for I have not yet ascended to My Father; but go to My brethren and say to them, ‘I am ascending to My Father and your Father, and to My God and your God.’ ”
- 14. 1. The Christ: 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. “had spoken” = aorist, active “was taken up” = aorist, passive “received” = aorist, active The Ascension of Christ, 1958 Salvador Dali
- 15. 1. The Christ: 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. “received” = aorist, active
- 16. 2. The Apostles: 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. 10 And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, “they watched” – βλέπω (blepō) = physical & mental perception (present participle) “they looked steadfastly” – εἰμί (eimi) = to be (aorist participle)
- 17. 3. The Two Men: 10 And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, • Moses & Elijah • Angels
- 18. 4. The Question: 11 who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? “gazing” – ἐµβλέπω (emblepō) = look closely, earnestly fix one’s gaze, stare intently
- 19. 5. The Promise: 11 who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” “in like manner” – τρόπος (tropos) = in the same way
- 20. John 17:4 I have glorified You on the earth. I have finished the work which You have given Me to do. 1. It signified the end & success of His earthly ministry.
- 21. 2. It signaled the coming of the Holy Spirit. John 16:7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you.
- 22. 3. It marked the return of His heavenly glory. John 17:5 And now, O Father, glorify Me together with Yourself, with the glory which I had with You before the world was. (cp. Transfiguration Mt. 17:1-9)
- 23. Philippians 2:5–9 Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. 9 Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, 4. It symbolized His exaltation by the Father.
- 24. 5. It allowed Him to prepare a place for us. John 14:2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
- 25. Hebrews 4:14–16 Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. 6. It indicated the beginning of His new work as High Priest.
- 26. 6. It indicated the beginning of His new work as High Priest. Hebrews 9:14–15 how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without spot to God, cleanse your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? 15 And for this reason He is the Mediator of the new covenant, by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions under the first covenant, that those who are called may receive the promise of the eternal inheritance.
- 27. 7. It set the pattern for His return. Acts 1:11 This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” Matthew 24:30 Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.
- 28. 7. It set the pattern for His return. Daniel 7:13–14 “I was watching in the night visions, and behold, One like the Son of Man, coming with the clouds of heaven! He came to the Ancient of Days, and they brought Him near before Him. 14 Then to Him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and His kingdom the one which shall not be destroyed.