From Ascension to Activation

What does a SpaceX rocket launch have in common with the ascension of Jesus? More than you might think. In this Ascension Sunday message, Pastor Mark takes us from Launch Pad 39A to the town of Bethany to show how Jesus' departure isn't the end—it's a beginning. Just like a rocket mission has a countdown, Jesus prepares his followers for liftoff: opening their minds to Scripture, giving them a new mission, and promising the power of the Holy Spirit.

Drawing on images from space exploration and grounded in deep biblical reflection, this sermon invites you to see the ascension not as a spiritual escape, but as a powerful activation. Jesus doesn’t just rise—he sends us out, refueled and reclaimed, like reusable boosters in God’s mission to bless the world.

Whether you’re curious about faith, hungry for deeper understanding, or ready to be recharged for service, this message will help you shift from staring at the sky to living out the gospel—here and now.