Then he led them out as far as Bethany, and, lifting up his hands, he blessed them. While he was blessing them, he withdrew from them and was carried up into heaven. - Luke 24:50-51

[M]y eyes have seen your salvation,
which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples,
a light for revelation to the Gentiles
and for glory to your people Israel.
~Luke 2:30-32

“[Y]ou are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God” Ephesians 2:8

The kingdom of God has drawn near. (Mark 1:15)

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.  ~Isaiah 60:1

“Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” Luke 1:38

Comfort, comfort, O my people. Isaiah 40:1

“[W]e will tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders he has done.” Psalm 78:4