The Hope of the Ages

Hope often shrinks into a wish when illness, conflict, or death clouds the future. Jesus’ ascension offers firmer ground: He rose bodily into heaven, took His throne, and will return visibly as He left. History is not drifting. Because Jesus guides history towards His return, hardship is not meaningless, and His people who die will not miss His return. This hope neither narrows life to present troubles nor escapes the world; it sends Jesus’ people to serve as His witnesses in word and deed. Bible Reference: Psalm 24 Preacher: John Westendorp