NT Framework 066 Ascension & Choosing the Twelfth Apostle

The sermon explores the foundational events leading to the church's birth, emphasizing the separation of the Spirit's arrival from the kingdom's restoration. Drawing from Old Testament prophetic splits, the speaker clarifies that the ascension of Christ and the subsequent choosing of Matthias were necessary steps in God's plan, ultimately paving the way for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. The message underscores the importance of understanding the distinction between Israel and the church, highlighting the need to bless and support Jewish believers, and ultimately anticipating the future restoration of Israel and the reign of Christ.