Who is Jesus like? Vv. 13-17, 25, 26- He went to the two disciples who lost hope in redemption because they did not know that the Christ had to endure suffering and then resurrect. He then told them about what was written by Moses and the Prophets and awakened them and changed them to become bold witnesses. Even today Jesus comes to us and opens the Word to us to help us understand; he wants our lives to be filled with joy, assurance and boldness because of his coming.
What lesson is God teaching me? Vv. 13-17, 31-35- The two disciples that were returning to their hometown with a sad expression on their faces because they did not understand the meaning of the cross were awakened to the fact that the Messiah must receive punishment and then rise again through Jesus. And after they confirmed the resurrected Lord as he came to them they were overflowing with joy and became witnesses to the resurrection. Giving a life of confirmation to a life filled with frustration and anxiety does not come from changing the situation but changing the awareness they have of Jesus.
Vv. 16, 31- Even though Jesus was next to them, the two disciples did not have the eyes to see him so they were locked in sadness. But when their eyes were opened and able to see, Jesus was no longer next to them. But they held the words Jesus said in their burning hearts and returned to Jerusalem. If we have a heart to realize the Word and have eyes of faith then we can also always be in a relationship with the resurrected Lord and be his witness.
Help me to know the Lord in new ways and adjust my life to go according to the way you want it to.
