The Ascension of Christ: A Neglected and Glorious Doctrine | Luke 24:48-53

About this episode

This episode explores the significance of the ascension of Christ and its implications for the giving of the Holy Spirit.

The ascension of Jesus raises questions: Why did Jesus have to leave in order for the Spirit to be given? Why did Jesus say it was better that He go away in order for the Spirit to come? After addressing some of these important questions, we then look at the ascension through these three lenses: The Ascension of Our King The Ascension of Our Priest The Ascension of Our Prophet You can watch this message here.

Topics covered

• ascension
• Jesus
• Holy Spirit
• doctrine

Keywords

• King
• Priest
• Prophet

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