The ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ into heaven is an integral part of the Gospel message. Much of biblical prophecy relates to His return in glory to restore not only the nation of Israel to the places He chose for it, but it also opens up a whole period of divine dealing with mankind. Several New Testament passages refer to the ascension of our Lord. The one in Ephesians 4:8 is a quotation from this psalm, “The Psalm of the Ascension.”
v.1-6. God Appears as Leader: “Let God arise.” v.7-18. God’s March as Deliverer: “When Thou didst march in the wilderness.” v.19-23. God’s Presence as Savior: “The God of our salvation.” v.24-27. God’s Procession as King: “They have seen Thy going, O God…my King.” v.28-35. God’s Exaltation as Lord: “Kings shall bring presents unto Thee.”