This Is Only the Beginning

This message proclaims the Ascension of Jesus Christ not as the end of His earthly story but as the beginning of ours. Drawing from Luke 24 and Acts 1, it highlights how the risen and ascended Lord launches the Church into a Spirit‑empowered mission. The Ascension reveals Jesus reigning for His people, sending His followers as witnesses of His resurrection, forgiveness, and kingdom. Rather than stepping away, Christ steps into His heavenly throne to continue His work through His disciples. ----- f this episode encouraged you, take a moment right now to make an impact. First—rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. Your rating helps push the Gospel into more ears and more homes. Next—tap like or give a thumbs‑up. It takes a second, but it tells the platforms, “This message matters.” Then—share this episode. Send it to a friend who needs hope. Post it on your social media. Mention it in a conversation today. Your share might be the very thing God uses to reach someone’s heart. You’re part of this mission. Let’s spread the Word together. St. Matthew YouTube Channel St. Matthew Podcast Channel Learn more about St. Matthew