Theory question 108
Resurrection and Ascension of Jesus(a) Relate Luke's account of Jesus' appearance to the men going to Emmaus. (b) State two lessons that can be derived from this encounter.
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(a) That same day two disciples were going to Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, talking about all that had happened (Luke 24:13-14).
Jesus drew near and walked with them, but their eyes were kept from recognising Him (Luke 24:15-16).
He asked what they were discussing; Cleopas asked if He was the only visitor who did not know (Luke 24:17-18).
They told of Jesus' crucifixion, their dashed hopes, the women's report of the empty tomb and the angels (Luke 24:19-24).
Jesus said, "O foolish men, and slow of heart to believe" and explained from Moses and the prophets the things about Himself (Luke 24:25-27).
They urged Him to stay; at table He took bread, blessed, broke and gave it, and their eyes were opened; He vanished (Luke 24:28-31).
They said their hearts burned as He opened the scriptures (Luke 24:32).
They returned to Jerusalem and told the eleven, who said, "The Lord has risen indeed" (Luke 24:33-35).
(b) Any two: Jesus is with us even when we do not recognise Him; the scriptures point to Christ; hospitality brings blessing; we should share the good news; Jesus reveals Himself in the breaking of bread (fellowship).
Narrate Luke 24:13-35, then two lessons.