In this installment of our "Bible in Song" series, hosts Victoria K. and R.D. Fierro dive deep into the theological significance of the song "Died to Rise." Rather than ending the narrative at the empty tomb, this teaching highlights the vital truth that Jesus rose to reign, ascending into heaven to sit at the right hand of God with all authority and glory.
Listeners are taken on an incredible scriptural journey through the conversion of Saul on the road to Damascus, Stephen’s visionary experience during his martyrdom, and Paul's insights into the third heaven. These remarkable encounters prove that the ascended Christ is neither remote nor inaccessible. Instead, He is actively working, guiding His people, and offering grace right where they are.
-- The song "Died to Rise" traces the sweeping movement of Christ's redemptive work, encompassing His divine descent, earthly ministry, sacrificial death, glorious resurrection, and eternal heavenly reign.
-- The biblical accounts of Stephen's vision in Acts 7 and Saul's conversion in Acts 9 demonstrate that the ascended Christ is fully able to meet believers in their deepest suffering and redirect rebels at the exact point of their hostility.
-- Comparing Christ's ascension with Paul's experience of being caught up to the third heaven in 2 Corinthians 12 highlights the reality of the heavenly realm and reassures believers that personal consciousness and spiritual existence continue beyond our earthly bodies.
-- The overarching message of the ascension anchors our faith in the present authority of Jesus as King forever in the skies, while guaranteeing His promised bodily return in glory.
Scriptures for Further Study
-- Acts 9:3-8
-- Acts 7:55-56
-- 1 Corinthians 15:8
-- 2 Corinthians 12:2
-- Genesis 5:21-24
-- 2 Kings 2:2
-- 2 Corinthians 5:6-8
-- Matthew 17:1-3
-- Luke 24:28-37
This is episode 391.
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