The Ascension (Acts 1:4–14) — A Sermon by R.C. Sproul

Summary

The sermon explores the disciples' final question to Jesus, focusing on their expectation of a physical restoration of the kingdom of Israel. Despite Jesus' impending departure and instruction to wait for the promise of the Father (the Holy Spirit), the disciples inquired about restoring David's throne. The takeaway is that true restoration, symbolized by the fallen but to-be-rebuilt throne of David, is not about earthly political power but about the spiritual renewal brought by the Holy Spirit, which transcends national boundaries and political expectations.