The Ascension of Jesus | Why It Matters for the Christian Faith

In this Ascension Day message from Acts Acts 1:6–11, we explore why the ascension of Jesus is not a forgotten doctrine or a minor detail in the gospel story, but an essential truth at the heart of the Christian faith.The ascension declares that Jesus is not only risen—He reigns. Seated at the right hand of the Father, Christ now rules over all creation, intercedes for His people, pours out the Holy Spirit, and sends the Church into the world as His witnesses.This episode examines the meaning of the angels’ question: “Why do you stand looking into heaven?” The ascension is not a call to passive waiting or spiritual escapism, but a summons to Spirit-empowered mission in the here and now.In this sermon, we discuss:Why the ascension is essential to ChristianityJesus as Lord over all creationThe relationship between the ascension and PentecostChrist as our advocate at the Father’s right handHow the ascension secures our salvationWhy the Church is called to witness rather than spectateThe hope of Christ’s visible returnJesus saves. Jesus reigns. Jesus is coming again.