The disciples probably thought, "Now what?" as Jesus ascended into heaven. Their leader was gone. The one who carried God's kingdom to them and to the nations had visibly departed. Could God's kingdom continue without Jesus walking this earth? It could and would. And, it was still in good hands because Jesus still reigns over this earth and his kingdom, just from heaven. The kingdom is also in good hands because the Spirit goes with us in our hearts as we share Jesus with the world. Christ has not left us. He remains with us as he promised, and he sends the Spirit into our hearts. The future of God's kingdom is certainly in good hands, and it will endure forever.
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