Scripture has two major representations of the ascension;[1] the first is a very short description of what happened: Then he led them out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them.

This Sunday is the first Sunday of Lent, and we read about events that occurred at the very beginning of Jesus’ ministry. Following his baptism, Jesus spent 40 days in the wilderness—his own, personal ...

At services during Holy Week, “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?” will be widely sung. Originally sung by African slaves, this hymn is beautifully somber, professing the deep faith of people ...