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  CHRIST ASCENDED TO MAKE INTERCESSION
  by David Wilkerson
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Summary: Jesus' ascension into heaven is not just to enjoy glory, but to
make intercession for us, defending us against Satan's accusations and
reconciling us with the Father.

Topics: "Intercession", "Christ's Advocacy"
Scripture References: John 10:28, Romans 8:1, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 9:11

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David Wilkerson emphasizes that Christ ascended not only to receive
glory but to intercede for us in the heavenly tabernacle. He explains
that Jesus' intercession counters Satan's accusations, declaring victory
over our sins and ensuring we are free from condemnation. Furthermore,
Christ enforces the blessings of Jubilee, reminding us of our legal
freedom and the privileges we have as His children. Lastly, Jesus
intercedes within our hearts, providing reassurance and strength in our
relationship with the Father. This powerful work of intercession
highlights the depth of Christ's love and commitment to our salvation.

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Just as the high priest ascended the stairs to the holy place on the day
of atonement, our High Priest ascended into the heavenly tabernacle, " .
. . a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands" (Hebrews
9:11). Jesus ascended not merely to enjoy the glory He deserves but to
do a work on our behalf.

The writer of Hebrews reminds us that Jesus' work in heaven is all for
us: "He ever liveth to make intercession for [us]" (7:25). Christ does
it all for us! What exactly does it mean that "He lives to make
intercession for us"? I believe Jesus intercedes for us in three ways:

First, some of us imagine Jesus standing before the Father, pleading
with Him to show us mercy when we fail. But that is not the case.
Christ's intercession for us has to do with Satan's accusations against
us. You see, the devil comes to God's throne to accuse us of every
failure and transgression. He cries, "I want justice. And if You are a
just God, You will damn and destroy this person. He deserves it."

But then, Jesus steps in. He does not have to persuade the Father of
anything. Rather, He simply declares the victory of His cross. Then He
turns to Satan and says, "Didn't you hear the trumpet sound? You have no
claim over this child of Mine. Keep your hands off My property!"

Second, Christ's intercession for us means He makes certain that we
obtain and enjoy all the benefits provided by Jubilee. Just as the
Levites enforced the law that provided every man with his just
blessings, Jesus today enforces the privileges of Jubilee for us. He
makes sure we know we are legally free.

Third, Jesus intercedes in our own hearts, reconciling us with the
Father. He continually answers our doubts and fears, and reminds us that
we forgiven. We can trust in God's faithfulness to provide us with all
the power and strength we need.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/david-wilkerson/christ-ascended-to-make-intercession/
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