Ep. 43 The Crucifixion, Resurrection and Ascension of Jesus

In this episode of the Genesis Series podcast, our stand-in host, Michelle, shares a profound exploration of the spiritual significance behind the Easter story. Going beyond the familiar narrative, she interprets, through biblical references, the profound meanings the crucifixion, resurrection and ascension carry for believers. Michelle starts off delving into the implications of the crown of thorns Jesus wore, the brutal whipping he endured, and the symbolism behind the plant from which the cruel coronet was made. She discusses the significance of the lashes Jesus endured and how each type of disease in existence could be symbolically represented in them, an indication of Jesus taking on the suffering of all mankind. As she moves into the events of the Crucifixion, she expounds on how this trial was not just about physical torment but also represented Jesus shouldering the burden of humanities' sins, offering redemption through his sacrifice. Michelle then examines the importance of Jesus' resurrection, emphasizing its pivotal role in the Christian gospel, asserting that Jesus’s resurrection is the evidence of his deity and the assurance of humanity’s salvation. Finally, she explores the Ascension, when Jesus is said to have returned to his father to prepare a holy place for believers. Wrapping up the episode with a powerful prayer and encouragement for listeners to genuinely reflect on the life-altering implications of the Easter story, Michelle reinforces the significance of understanding and accepting Jesus’s sacrifice.