Often when I read this
verse, I pause. The two disciples
walking on the road to Emmaeus did not know at the moment that Jesus was with
them. They were walking along talking
with a stranger about the events that had just happened over the past three
days in Jerusalem. They were still
trying to figure out what had happened and why.
There were many things to sort through.
As they walked with
this stranger, He showed them through the Scriptures what had just happened. He talked with them clearly about what had to
happen and how He had fulfilled the Scriptures. They arrived at a house and as
they did, Jesus opened their eyes and they recognized Him as the Messiah. And then, He was gone.
I wonder how often
we are strangely warmed when we read the Scriptures and the Holy Spirit reveals
things to us that we had not seen before about our Lord. If we are honest, most of us would probably
have to admit that we haven't had many experiences like that, if any. Most of us aren't in a position in life where
we are that sensitive to the Spirit's leading.
I wonder what would
happen in our lives if we were to actually understand the Scriptures the way we
should and then live them out. I suspect
that a lot of changes would take place in us, our churches, and the lives we
live. Let our prayer be always that we
would linger in the Word and let the Holy Spirit guide us and teach us what God
has for us. Let us not be in such a
hurry that we miss out on the great truths of God that we so desperately need.
May the Lord give us
understanding that we may always see Jesus.
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