Embracing the mission Jesus gave us

Chris Bolinger

Embracing the mission Jesus gave us



When they reached Emmaus, Cleopas and his friend asked Jesus to stay with them. But Jesus left.

40 days later, Jesus ascended to heaven, leaving all his followers behind, staring at the sky.

His leaving was the best thing for them. And for us.

It forced all of us to pursue a new mission.

This week's Bible passage: Isaiah 40:1-11

Weekly Strength resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)

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This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 3.06: Big Topics — Mission on Throwing Mountains.


Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com.

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