The Resurrection of Jesus, Day 5: The Ascension of Christ

Awakened to Deliver – The Resurrection of Jesus, Day 5: The Ascension of ChristKey Verse: Acts 1:9 (NASB 2020) – “And after He had said these things, He was lifted up while they were watching, and a cloud took Him up out of their sight.”Episode Highlights• The Final Command: Before ascending, Jesus commanded His followers to be His witnesses to the ends of the earth, empowered by the Holy Spirit.• The Moment of Ascension: As the disciples watched, Jesus was lifted into heaven, marking the completion of His earthly mission and His exaltation in glory.• The Promise of Return: Angels assured the disciples that Jesus would return the same way He left—giving us hope and urgency in our faith.• Jesus Reigns Now: Jesus is seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding for us and ruling with all authority.• Our Mission Today: Until He returns, we are called to live on mission—sharing the Gospel, walking in the Spirit, and advancing the kingdom of God.Scripture References• Acts 1:8–11 – Jesus commissions His disciples and ascends into heaven.• Philippians 2:9–11 – Jesus is exalted and given the name above all names.• Ephesians 1:20–23 – Jesus is seated at the right hand of the Father.• Hebrews 7:25 – Jesus intercedes for us as our High Priest.• Revelation 22:12, 20 – Jesus promises He is coming quickly.• John 16:7 – Jesus promises the coming of the Holy Spirit.Reflection QuestionsAm I living with the urgency that Jesus could return at any time?Am I actively walking in the power of the Holy Spirit to fulfill the mission Jesus left us?How does knowing that Jesus is reigning and interceding for me change the way I live today?Stay ConnectedFor more content like this, you can find all Jeff’s socials and his book 30 Days of Patience at the Linktree. All his socials are @Fishtok4JesusMinistries.Support This MinistryThis podcast is listener-supported! If you feel led to partner with Jeff in spreading the Gospel, consider donating through Jeff’s Linktree.Music Credits• “Paphos” by MountaineerLicensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.Call to ActionIf this episode inspired you, subscribe, rate, and review Awakened to Deliver on your favorite podcast platform. Share it with someone who needs to be reminded that Jesus reigns in glory now—and He is coming back soon.