Why didn't Jesus remain on Earth instead of going to Heaven?
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Asked November 02 2014
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Gary Creel
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Cindy Jennings
Jesus came for one purpose--to die for the redemption of man. On the cross, He said, "It is finished." That was His mission and it was finished at His death. He stayed long enough to train the disciples to take His word and gospel to the world, which they did and which we continue to do. There was no reason for Him to remain on earth. He had to die to redeem us and that's what He did.
Paulette Ray
He left because he was in bodily form. He said " It is expedient that I go so the Father can send the Comforter (who is The Holy Spirit who can be everywhere at the same time.
robert click
The purpose of Christ's death on the cross was to pay for our sins. Our sins had to be payed for in order for us to posses the righteousness of god. If we do not posses the righteousness of God the Holy Spirit can not dwell in our hearts.
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