About this episode

This episode explores the connections between the ascension of Elijah and the ascension of Jesus, enhancing our understanding of Christ and the Church.

What does Elijah’s ascension have to do with the ascension of Jesus? In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) explores 2 Kings 2 alongside Luke 24 and Acts 1, tracing how these two stories illuminate one another and deepen our understanding of Christ, the Church, and the Holy Spirit. Chapters 0:00-2:13 Intro 2:14-12:29 Ascension of Jesus 12:30-35:02 Ascension of Elijah 35:03-44:45 Bonus Insight Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsight...

People in this episode

Host: Matthew Delaney

Topics covered

• ascension
• Elijah
• Jesus
• biblical literature
• Christianity
• Church
• Holy Spirit

Keywords

• ascension of Elijah
• ascension of Jesus
• 2 Kings 2
• Luke 24
• Acts 1
• biblical insights
• Christian theology

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: 2 Kings 2, Luke 24, Acts 1

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