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A Contemporary Ascension Story - Illustration on Sermon | IllustrateTheWord

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A Contemporary Ascension Story

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As we gather today, I want to invite you to picture a moment that captures both the essence of Ascension and the hope we find in Revelation 21:4. Imagine a bustling hospital waiting room, the air thick with anxiety and...

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Revelation 21:4

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Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to contemplate the profound mystery of Justification in my life, I cannot help but be drawn to your promise in Revelation 21:4: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes.” It’s a vivid image...

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