This is why it a says: “When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people.”
As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.James 5:11 NIV
(What does “he ascended” mean except that he also descended to the lower, earthly regions?Ephesians 4:9 NIV
But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it.Ephesians 4:7 NIV