The BIG Picture (Study)

The Stages of Christ's Ascension and Return (Part 3) As mentioned in Part 2 of this multi-post topic , it is important to look at the ascension of Jesus, and the stages that it occurred in, in order to fully understand the stages of Christ's return. We'll continue therefore, in this part, to look at the details of the second stage of Christ's ascension , and later, when we look at Jesus' whole second coming, we will see how this part will mirror the same stage of His multi-part return. There are some very interesting things to learn from these stages and the events that tie into them. The second stage of Christ's ascension into a new position and glory. It is clear and evident in scripture that Stephen (in Acts 7:55-56) saw Jesus standing at the right hand of God. This is an important fact, as it provides us with information regarding Jesus current position of ascension. God gave...

The Stages of Christ's Ascension and Return (Part 2) The Ascension of ACTS 1 Acts 1:9-11 And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight .  10 And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel;  11 Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven . As mentioned in the opening post of this series , the ascension of Jesus in Acts 1 is only the beginning of Jesus departure back into glory. The bible provides us with much more insights if we study the scriptures and piece together additional verses that detail his return to heaven. The reason for putting focus on Jesus' ascension is not so much to learn what happened here as it is to provide insights into his glorious an...

The Stages of Christ's Ascension and Return When we delve into future events in the Bible, like the rapture, the tribulation, and Millennial Kingdom, one has to understand that there is a measure of assumption based on what the scriptures say, and how one interprets it. Even though the Bible provides details of the future, we do not fully understand how these events will play out, and in what order they will occur. We know from scripture that the Tribulation will happen. We know what the Tribulation is and we know its purpose. We know there will be an Antichrist and we know he will rule the world for a set period. But, although the scripture makes some things clear, there are still guesses around some cryptic details regarding this time, (see Deut.29:29 ). The fact remains that not even the best Bible scholars can accurately instruct us of exact times and details of future events in prophecy. It remains up to us to study the Word as best as possible an...