“Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the One who died, and more than that, was raised to life, and is now at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us.” — Romans 8:34 (BSB)
“In My Father’s house are many rooms… I am going there to prepare a place for you… I will come back and welcome you into My presence.” — John 14:2–3 (BSB)
“He exercised this power in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms… and appointed Him as head over everything for the church.” — Ephesians 1:20–22 (BSB)
“Exalted, therefore, to the right hand of God, He has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear.” — Acts 2:33 (BSB)
As High Priest, Jesus intercedes for His people (Hebrews 7:25). He presents His once-for-all sacrifice before the Father and pleads for us continually. We are never alone in our weakness—we have an Advocate with the Father (1 John 2:1).
As Lord and King, He rules all things for the good of His Church. He has been given all authority in heaven and on earth (Matthew 28:18). His kingdom is advancing even now, and every enemy will be put under His feet (1 Corinthians 15:25).
As the Head of the Church, He sends the Holy Spirit to empower, sanctify, and guide His people. He nourishes and protects the Church, preparing her as a bride for Himself (Ephesians 5:27). He is not merely watching from afar—He is with us by His Spirit (Matthew 28:20).
As our Forerunner, He is preparing a place for us in His Father’s house. His ascension is the pledge of our ascension. Where He is, we shall be also.
Article IV of the Thirty-Nine Articles teaches that Jesus “ascended into heaven, and there sitteth, until He return to judge all men at the last day.” His heavenly session is not a pause but the reign of Christ in glory, even now.
Bishop J.C. Ryle wrote: “Christ has not ceased to work. He is still active for His people, even though unseen. His heart is the same, His power undiminished, His purpose sure.”
Contemporary Anglican theologian Dr. Stephen Noll explains: “The heavenly session of Christ is the living heart of our hope. He reigns, He prays, He prepares. The Church on earth looks up to a living Lord who is working even now.”
Augustine saw Christ’s exaltation as the assurance of His continued presence and care.
St. Athanasius (c. 296–373 AD): “He intercedes, not as one pleading for mercy from a reluctant God, but as the eternal Son, bearing the wounds of our redemption before the Father.” — Letters to Serapion
Athanasius emphasized Christ’s intercession as an expression of divine unity and love.
St. Cyril of Jerusalem (c. 313–386 AD): “Our High Priest has entered the Holy of Holies, not made with hands, and there He offers not blood of goats, but His own blood, once for all, for the eternal redemption of mankind.” — Catechetical Lectures, 14.3
Cyril emphasized Christ’s continuing priestly role in heaven.
St. Leo the Great (c. 400–461 AD): “What was visible in our Redeemer has passed into His sacraments, but He reigns now in heaven, mighty to save, faithful to shepherd, and sure to return.” — Sermon 74
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