Luke 22-24

November 5

Luke 22-24

Cleopas and another disciple left Jerusalem, after the news of the resurrection had reached them, and were headed to Emmaus. They did not know what to believe. They had experienced the joy of Palm Sunday and the shock of the crucifixion. As they talked, Jesus came along side them, though they were kept from recognizing Him. They told Him all that had happened and that the women had told them that the tomb was empty and that angels had told the women that Jesus was alive.

Jesus listened and then explained how the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus was revealed through the Law and the prophets. He tried to help them make sense of the events that did not make sense. As He talked their hearts burned within them and their eyes were opened to the meaning of the scripture and the events of the last several days. When Jesus joined them for a meal, He broke the bread and they recognized Him.

Sometimes events in our lives just do not make sense. There are times when we struggle to see any good, any benefit in our circumstances. But even when we are in the midst of the struggle, we can know that God said; “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5, NIV) Even when we feel like we are walking alone, He is with us. Even when we do not recognize Him, He walks this journey with us. Through the Holy Spirit, He continues to speak to  us, to guide us, to teach us.

Then there are those times when He gives us a glimpse of himself to remind us and encourage us with His presence. Those moments are not for us alone. They are for us to share with the other believers to encourage them and to remind them that Jesus is walking with them as well.