"From Promise to Power: The Unfinished Work of Christ" Description:The Gospel of Luke ends with an open door. The risen Christ ascends, but His work is far from finished. In this powerful transition from Luke to Acts, we open the next chapter in God’s redemptive story—not a conclusion, but a commission. Acts 1 begins with clarity, urgency, and divine instruction. The same Jesus who conquered the grave now calls His followers to wait—not in fear, but in expectation—for the power of the Holy Spirit. This sermon explores the seamless connection between the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, both authored by Luke the physician, and reveals how Jesus' earthly ministry becomes the Church’s eternal mission. We’ll walk through Acts 1 verse by verse, examining the 40 days of post-resurrection appearances, the charge to be His witnesses “to the ends of the earth,” and the choosing of Matthias to replace Judas. More than history, Acts 1 is a blueprint for bold faith and Spirit-filled action. If you’ve ever wondered what comes after the resurrection—this is it. And it starts with power from on high.