This morning we’re going to finish up our series on Christ in the Psalms. We spent this Advent Season looking at the Old Testament references to all of the major events in the life of our Savior. This morning, I want you to see the Ascension of Christ prophesied in the 68th Psalm. We’ll also look at…

In the world in which we live, there are many suggestions on how best to help the church grow. Use contemporary music sprinkled with drama and multimedia Offer many and varied programs Develop clearly defined goals and strategies to meet those goals Emphasize the supernatural elements . . . play to experience…

Our lives are made up of a series of transition points. Think about it, there is a transition from being a toddler to being a student and then the transition from Grade School to the increasing freedoms of High School. Heading away to college is a transition. Marriage is a transition. Having children…

Sermon on Acts 1.1-11 Title: Ascension…. What for? Theme: Christ continues his ministry from the throne of God. Goal: to encourage Christians that Christ continues his ministry from the throne of God. Need: often we live not thinking about Christ’s position at the right hand of God. Sermon in Oral Style…

Pastor Johnold J. Strey Gloria Dei Lutheran Church; Belmont, CA Sermon on Acts 1:1-11 (focus on vv. 6-8) Seventh Sunday of Easter Ascension Sunday; School Graduation Service Sunday, June 5, 2011 ASCENSION LESSONS FOR GRADUATION DAY How quickly we forget the lessons Jesus taught us How glorious is the…

The Ascension of Jesus Acts 1:9-12a Introduction In the previous passage, we have a record of the last earthly meeting of his disciples which came at the end of a forty day period after the resurrection. There were many appearances of Jesus during this time in both Galilee and Jerusalem. At one time…

Text /In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he showed himself to these men and gave many convincing proofs…

'text-align:center'>Why Are You Looking Up?Old Testament: Psalm 68:32-36 New Testament: Acts 1:8-11 ============================ Old Testament: Psalm 68:32-35 32 Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth, sing praise to the Lord, 33 to him who rides the ancient skies above, who thunders with mighty voice.…

The ascension of Christ is essential to the Christian faith. But we need to remember and believe how important it is to the Christian.

Introduction: A. Goodbyes aren’t easy. Especially if we or they will be gone for a long time. 1. There are some very memorable goodbyes in history. 6. It is also especially hard to say goodbye to an elderly friend or loved because we know that it might be the last time we will see them. B. Today we are…

Ever leave something behind when you travel? Forget a phone charger with your host or leave some clothes in the hotel room? When Jesus visited earth and then left at his ascension, he left some things behind, not on purpose, but as gifts he gave to us. Read or listen to (download) this sermon based on Ephesians 4:7-16 and look what he left behind...

Why did Jesus have to leave? Days before Pentecost, Jesus ascended to heaven leaving the disciples. He told them to wait in Jerusalem for the gift and power. He said he had to leave so he could send the Advocate (the Holy Spirit) for a reason.

Jesus’ gives a departing prayer to and for his disciples and for all who would follow him. His words provide comfort to his followers both then and now.

Fresh Sermon by Jim L. Wilson www.freshministry.org Celebrate Jesus: The Ascension John 3:13 "And no one has ascended into heaven, but He who descended from heaven, even the Son of Man." 1 Tim. 3:16 And by common confession great is the mystery of godliness: He who was revealed in the flesh, Was vindicated…

Introduction Today is Ascension Sunday on the church calendar. It used to be that the church calendar drove the events of the Western world. This is not so any more. For many who call themselves Christians, including those who are pastors, this day comes and goes with little notice. This is especially…

INTRODUCTION: On Ascension Sunday, we mark the gloriouis coronation of the Lord Jesus. After His resurrection, He established to His disciples that He was in fact alive forever, and then He ascended into the heavens. When He did this, He was received by the Ancient of Days, and was given universal authority…

"Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer." Page # "Up, Up, and Away" (Luke 24:46-53) INTRODUCTION: Do you have one of those "Special Places" in your life? It might be a restaurant where you and your spouse go that has become special…

lass=MsoNormal>Lord, may our ears be open to hear you, our eyes open see you, and our hearts be open to receive you and your transformative message - from sin into forgiveness. And may the witness of our lives, in word and deed - proclaim you; Lord of all, in heaven and earth. - Amen – Today I am going…

There is a beauty to be found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ in relationship to our daily lives. Let discover it NOW.

Psalm 24. Introduction: It’s good to sing together to the LORD, especially a song like we have just sung which is straight Scripture, a Psalm, that is what Colossians 3:16 says [Colossians 3:16 Christ’s message in all its richness must live in your hearts. Teach and instruct each other with all wisdom.…

Why is the resurrection of Jesus important? What type of resurrection did Jesus have? What would the miracles of the 1st Century do?

This is “Ascension Sunday,” when we remember Jesus going up in the clouds to his Father in heaven. Why is this event important for us?

Callum talks about the Ascension and the promise of the Holy Spirit.