This is Max Lakato. Luke concluded his gospel with these words. Jesus led his followers as far as Bethany,

and he raised his hands and blessed them. While he was blessing them, he was separated from them

and carried into heaven. To be blessed is to be validated. Even today in parts of Brazil, a child won't leave the

house without his parents' blessing. Walking out the door, they will ask bin some papai or

blessing father. They seek an endorsement from the most significant leader of their life, their father.

They don't want to leave the house without their father's approval.

Perhaps you never knew your father's blessing, never knowing how your father felt about you.

If so, you more than anyone will treasure the moment in heaven when your

heavenly father blesses you.