The prophecy of the Lord Jesus for our consideration and edification, written centuries prior to His earthly existence is
| Prophecy #3 |
| Description |
| The bodily ascension to heaven illustrated |
| Old Testament Prophecy |
| Genesis 5:24 |
| Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him. |
| New Testament Fullfillment |
| Mark 16:19 |
| So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. |
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The story of Elijah being taken to heaven is also a picture of Christ’s ascension. Elija leaves his mantle to Elisha, just like Jesus left His mantle to the apostles. “And greater things than these shall ye do.”
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Really good observation. Appreciate the comment.
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There is no other way that 351 prophecies about the Lord except for God’s hand in the writing.
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Agreed. And thankful He has provided so many encouraging confirmations of His Son.
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