The situation of Christ’s death on their behalf and ascension now to God’s right hand secures God’s favor for them in time of need [and] reminds them of the freedom Christ has given them, the destiny of honor that awaits them, and the availability of help in the midst of their temporary distresses. By showing them Jesus, the preacher has shown them that the end of their story will be honor and glory as they keep following the Lord who first walked through the distresses they now suffer before entering