Reading Jesus Ascended inspires me with hope that many a pulpit once again will hold forth in a fresh and vital way the gloriously applicable truth of the going up of the Risen Christ to the bosom of the Father, thence to send down every needed blessing... this clearly written, theologically astute book is marked by pastoral insight and a warm-hearted humility that will commend its potentially transforming truths to students, preachers, and even seekers... Dr. Dawson's accurate and careful survey of Biblical teaching on this doctrine is complemented by a competent and indeed thrilling look at the rich Patristic treatment of the Lord's ascension... And in company with John Calvin ..., Dawson sets forth the absolute necessity and the absolute sufficiency of the continuing Priesthood of Jesus Christ in our flesh in the Presence of the Father above. Jesus Ascended is especially helpful in thinking through and applying what Christ's continuing priesthood really means for prayer, for mission, for the right way to deal with the world around us and for helping the poor. Dawson has been enabled to handle profound theological truth in a way that sparkles with loveliness and light. Book jacket.