We might say that He is up in Heaven. But
unfortunately, our idea of Heaven is some sort of super retirement. You die,
go to Heaven, and have a permanent vacation. But that is not what Jesus is
doing. On the cross, He said, “It is finished.” And so His earthly calling of
suffering and death was finished but His heavenly calling of victory over all
things had just begun.
Jesus is working still. He prays for us
and His Spirit supports us in His work of bringing all men into subjection to
the Lord Jesus. To that end, Jesus is still working for the salvation of the
world. He is working for His Church. He is working for you.
Is this not a
pleasant and peaceful thought? That the risen Lord Jesus is still laboring for
your benefit? This is His heavenly victory that we are reminded of and partake
of in this meal as we give thanks.
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