Why Are We Waiting?

Luke 24:49-53

Theme: The Resurrection of Jesus

Key verse: v.6

53 verses; 1,055 words

Grade level: 4.8

Outline:

I. A Glad Announcement. vs. 1-12

II. A Gracious Appearance. Vs. 13-35

III. A Great Astonishment. Vs. 36-48

IV. A Glorious Ascension. Vs. 49-53

49 And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.

Most jump to early!

Fear of time.

Fear of competition.

Fear of opinions.

Here are the REASONS why we are waiting:

I. We Wait And Follow Christ. v.50

We must be led

50 And he led them out as far as to Bethany,

We must look.

and he lifted up his hands,

We must be blessed.

and blessed them.

II. We Wait And Face Christ. v.51

He says when.

51 And it came to pass, while he blessed them,

We wait.

he was parted from them,

He must be high and lifted up.

and carried up into heaven.

III. We Wait And Favor Christ. vs.52-53

We must learn to worship. v.52a

52 And they worshipped him,

We must serve with joy. v.52b

and returned to Jerusalem with great joy:

We must have consistency. v.53

53 And were continually in the temple, praising and blessing God. Amen.

Conclusion:

Did you “tarry ye” before you tried to “go ye”?