Today is the Christian holiday that celebrates Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven 40 days after Easter Sunday. In the Ascension, we find the completion of Christ’s earthly mission – our redemption is accomplished and we celebrate the victory.
In his Passion, Jesus lovingly bears the weight of the whole world’s sin, from the beginning to eternity. In his Crucifixion, he is raised up that he might defeat death. In his Resurrection, he unveils the life to come. And today, the pioneer and perfecter of faith, is raised up in glory, opening our heavenly path to heavenly glory. We are indeed bound for heaven and the Ascension reminds us that our gaze is to be fixed on Christ in glory as we labor tirelessly for him in this present age.
O God, in your mercy help us as we pray. Just as we believe the Savior of the world is seated with you in your majesty, we may also be assured that he dwells with us as he has promised, even to the end of the age; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen
Smitten With Goodness 