2. “It would be well for us to spend a thoughtful hour each day in contemplation of the life of Christ” —The Desire of Ages, p. 83 Books available at www.AdventistBookCenter.comwww.AdventistBookCenter.com

3. Chapter 15 Jesus Returns to Heaven This study is based on Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:9-12 The Desire of Ages, chapters 87 —See also Messiah chapters 87

4. The two angels were the same ones who had been at Jesus’ tomb, the same ones who had been with Him all His life on earth. Did Jesus have two guardian angels? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

5. What kindness did these two angels show the disciples? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

6. Jesus’ promise to return was very real to the disciples who watched Him leave. How can it be real to us? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

7. Why did the disciples no longer fear for the future? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

8. Can we also live with no fear for the future? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

9. What made the disciples eager to present their requests to the Father? What can make us eager as well? The Desire of Ages 831-3 and Messiah 444-5

10. Name the groups who were there to greet the returning Jesus and celebrate His victory. The Desire of Ages 833-5 and Messiah 445-7

11. What did Jesus say to His Father? The Desire of Ages 833-5 and Messiah 445-7

12. What did the voice of God proclaim as Jesus stood before Him? The Desire of Ages 833-5 and Messiah 445-7

13. What does it mean to you that Jesus is in heaven today, a human like you are? The Desire of Ages 833-5 and Messiah 445-7