What is Ascension Day?
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Ascension Day is the fortieth day of Easter, commemorating Jesus’ ascent into heaven before the disciples’ eyes. It honors the enthronement of Christ at the Father’s right hand to reign over all things until he returns.
Acts 1 records the moment: "this Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go."
Ascension Day is often overlooked but crucial. The risen Christ is not just past tense; he reigns now.
It also prepares the way for Pentecost ten days later — the Spirit was poured out because the Son had ascended.
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