And [behold] I am sending the promise of my Father upon you; but stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.” Then he led them [out] as far as Bethany, raised his hands, and blessed them. As he blessed them he parted from them and was taken up to heaven. They did him homage and then returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and they were continually in the temple praising God. Luke 24:49-53
Imagine the scene of today’s Gospel… Jesus parted from disciples and was taken up to heaven… His students have the joy and peace… They are strengthening by meeting with Jesus… They know that the Lord is still with them …
I am with you always, until the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20
Keep in the joy. The Lord is always with you!
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