Sermons on Ascension Gifts:

Ascension Ng Panginoon

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on May 13, 2021

ASCENSION NG PANGINOON

ASCENSION NG PANGINOON Banal na kasulatan: Mark 16:15-20. Sinabi ni Jesus sa kanyang mga alagad: "Pumunta sa buong mundo at ipahayag ang ebanghelyo sa bawat nilalang. Ang sinumang naniniwala at nabinyagan ay maliligtas; sinumang hindi naniniwala ay hahatulan. Ang mga ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: Other

Reflections On Ascension Day

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 13, 2021

Ascension is an important even after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We need to understand it, study the dynamics and experience the blessings of the day.

We celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in grand style. When it comes to Ascension and Pentecost, we seem to be slow on it. These events are at the heart of our Christian faith. The Ascension is clearly expressed in the Apostles’ Creed in the section that said “He ascended into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Luke 24:46-53, Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 15, 2021

To ascend which means to dwell continually with Him (Jesus Christ) so we gain clarity.

1. Our Second Reading in Ephesians chapter 1 says that Jesus is in heaven in his body "at His own right hand" - the place of infinite glory, power, and majesty. Something greater exists than your tendencies and struggles-- Verse 21: "far above all principalities" --He is our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

"Ascension Calls Us”

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 19, 2020

Today the text empowers us to a great call not to give up, this thing is on us, to pardoner with Jesus , to know it now time, Ascension calls us to pray, and to have faith that works.

Acts 1:6-14 “Ascension Calls Us” 1. Ascension Calls us “Don’t Give Up” • The days prior to Jesus' murder had been brutal for them. • They had scattered and hid out they had much confusion • Perhaps thought the last three years was a mess or was it • One thought they had What are we to do? He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Methodist

Ascension And Pentecost 2020

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 16, 2020

In this sermon the Ascension of Jesus into Heaven and Pentecost are intertwined in an attempt to reveal the full working of the Holy Trinity in the plan of salvation. Next Sunday, Pentecost Sunday, will be a follow up from the perspective of the birth of the Church.

Ascension And Pentecost 2020 - Acts 1:1-14 (This sermon is a shorter sermon due to being delivered via Facebook/Live during the Covid-19 shutdown) Today we will be reading from Acts 1:1-14 This Thursday was a holiday. Well, actually NOT a holiday but the remembrance of a Holy Day. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Romans 12:4-5, 1 Peter 3:8, John 3:16-18, 1 Timothy 3:8, 1 Timothy 5:17, Ephesians 4:11, Matthew 22:37-40, 1 Timothy 2:5, Acts 1:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Ascension Of The Lord- But They Doubted

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 22, 2023

Involuntary doubt refers to hesitation in believing, difficulty in overcoming objections connected with the faith, or also anxiety aroused by its obscurity. If deliberately cultivated doubt can lead to spiritual blindness.

In a Roman Catholic parochial school, a young student learned that Light waves travel much faster than sound waves. And he knew that we can see as far out in the universe as 46.5 billion light years away. So, when Sister Marie was teaching the Biblical story of the Ascension of Jesus to a class of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 1:17-23

Denomination: Catholic

Ascension (And Decension)

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 7, 2022

I would like to talk about Ascending with Christ in our bodies by the Cross, which helps our minds and ideas. John Chrysostom said that the Cross establishes my thoughts, so that I may sing and glorify Thy saving Ascension.”

Christ descended to the lowest depths of humiliation, then raised up to the height of exaltation, Ephesians 4:8 says. The ascension life. “We can ascend with him in our hearts,” Saint Augustine said, “set your hearts on the things that are above where Christ is, … not on the things that are on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:46-53

Denomination: Catholic

Ascension Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

we gather to reflect on the Ascension of Jesus Christ. This important event in Christianity is often overlooked, but it holds great significance for our faith.

Today, we gather to reflect on the Ascension of Jesus Christ. This important event in Christianity is often overlooked, but it holds great significance for our faith. The Ascension is not just about Jesus physically leaving the earth, but rather it represents a new relationship between Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of The Story?

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jun 4, 2019

What happened next? While some people might view Jesus' ascension as the end of the story, we're not left wondering what happened next. Jesus' ascension assures of him giving powerful gifts to his poeple.

What happened next? You get to the end of the movie or the end of the book, and you might be left wondering, “So what happened after they rode off into the sunset? Where did they go the next day? What did their kids grow up to be?” Some of that anticipation might be intentional as the writer or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gifted Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 10, 2018

24th in Ephesians Series dealing with spiritual gifts.

“The Gifted” Eph 4, 1 Pet 4, 1 Cor 12, Rom 12 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Walk in Unity 1. Exhortation to united walk worthy of our high calling 1 2. Characteristics of a united worthy walk 2-3 3. Unifying factors of the church ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What's Up With Jesus' Ascension?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 22, 2007

What’s Up with Jesus’ Ascension? 1) Our understanding 2) Our usefulness 3) Our joy

How excited were you about coming to church this morning? Easter Sunday excited? Did you wake up extra early so you could get a good seat in church? There is something special about Easter isn’t there? After all how can you top the message of Jesus’ resurrection? However, we’re not celebrating ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran

On The Up And Up: Jesus'ascension Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 7, 2008

esus’ Ascension is connected both to the Resurrection and the Second Coming of Christ. It is an extension of the Gospel and a foundational belief that has important ramifications.

On the Up and UP: Jesus’Ascension (Acts 1:9-11) 1. It can be tough to say “Goodbye.” 2. It was hard when our daughter moved to Washington or our son went away to Bible College. 3. Indeed, if you are like me, you will probably ever see most of the people with whom you graduated high school, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ascension Through The Eyes Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 13, 2018

This is the 7th sermon in the Easter Season series "Through The Eyes Of Jesus".

Series: Through The Eyes Of Jesus [#7] THE ASCENSION THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS Acts 1:1-11 Introduction: Today officially ends the Easter Season. On Thursday, the ascension of Jesus into Heaven was celebrated. The ascension is the last, individual, event of the earthly Ministry of Jesus. It is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Belief In Afterlife And The Ascension Of Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 24, 2020

If the Harvard professor really believes that his existence is extinguished at the moment of death, what does he make of today’s solemn feast of the Ascension?

Ascension Sunday 2020 What if you see? Recently, a prominent obviously atheist Harvard professor tweeted, “belief in an afterlife is a malignant delusion, since it devalues actual lives and discourages action that would make them longer, safer, and happier.” The problem with such a statement, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Ascension-The Forgotten Festival

Contributed by John Pingel on May 20, 2020

Ascension Day ought to be remembered--for a number of reasons

The Forgotten Festival Acts 1, Luke 24 We pause to observe what many refer to as the FORGOTTEN FESTIVAL of the Christian Calendar. There are FIVE MAIN FESTIVAL DAYS observed by Christians around the world. By “Festival Days” I mean chief holidays on the liturgical calendar. What are the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran