Q.53. How was Christ exalted in his ascension?

A. Christ’s exaltation in his ascension began after hi s resurrection when he appeared to the apostles a number of times, talked to them about the kingdom of God,[1] and commissioned them to preach the gospel to all nations.[2] Forty days after his resurrection, in our human nature and as our head,[3] he visibly went up into the highest heavens, triumphing over enemies.[4] There he receives gifts for men,[5] raises our minds,[6] and prepares a place for us,[7] where he himself is and shall continue to be until his second coming at the end of the world.[8]

1	Acts 1:2-3	dummy text
2	Matthew 28:19-20	dummy text
	Acts 1:8	dummy text
3	Hebrews 6:20	dummy text
4	Ephesians 4:8	dummy text
	Acts 1:9	dummy text
5	Acts 1:9-11	dummy text
	Ephesians 4:10	dummy text
	Psalms 68:18	dummy text
6	Colossians 3:1-2	dummy text
7	John 14:2-3	dummy text
8	Acts 3:21	dummy text