The Ascension of the Lord
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday May 17, 2015.
(Download Podcast)The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.
[00:01:00] First Reading - Acts 1:1-11
[00:03:00] Second Reading - Ephesians 1:15-23
[00:04:43] Gospel Reading - Luke 24:44-53
[00:06:08] Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:21:28] Blessing and Dismissal
Questions for reflection on the Ascension:
- What was the purpose of the ascension? Why was it necessary?
- What are Jesus’ last words to the disciples before the Ascension?
- How might John 16:7 help us understand the Ascension?
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.
This podcast is also available on iTunes.
This podcast is also available on iTunes.
