After the dismal failures of Israel during the time of the judges, the restoration began with the birth of a son to a barren woman.
Christ’s ascension is what we need in the Day of Judgment.
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.
In the thanksgiving section of Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he recognized their faith and love, which were based on their certain hope.