Sermon: “Witness Is Victorious Over Restraint”

When the Church gathers, it regularly remembers Christ's ascension. The words "He ascended into heaven" are found in all three ecumenical creeds which we use to confess our faith. In addition, the Church sets aside a day each year on which this event takes center stage. This is for good reason. Jesus' ascenion marked the fact that his work was complete. Never again will a sacrifice for sin need to be made. However, Jesus' ascension also marks that his work is just beginning. Through the Church Jesus now proclaims forgiveness throughout the world. The Church consists of people like us who are often weak and timid witnesses for Christ. So Jesus promised to send us his Spirit to give us power from heaven, that we might take the gospel to the ends of the earth.

Scripture References: Luke 24:44-53

Related Topics: Ascension | Sermons by Aaron Goetzinger

From Series: "Victorious"

Three days after Jesus’ death he rose victorious from the dead. The rest of eternity is now a victory march for the risen Christ. We are not just observers of Christ’s victory. We are more than fans cheering for our favorite athlete. Rather, we are active participants in Christ’s tirumph. The victory is ours, now and forever.