Jesus Explained the Scriptures to Them: Luke 24:13-27
“13) And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14) And they were talking with each other about all these things which had taken place. 15) While they were talking and discussing, Jesus Himself approached and began traveling with them. 16) But their eyes were prevented from recognizing Him.” Luke 24:13-16
This story occupies much of Luke chapter twenty-four. It extends all the way down to verse thirty-five.
It shows that the news of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ captured many conversations. We do not know how many post resurrection appearances there were altogether. In 1 Corinthians 15:6, Paul mentioned that at one point Jesus appeared to a gathering of more than five hundred at one time. There were many witnesses of the resurrected Christ.
What is interesting about this story in Luke twenty four, is that Jesus spent time opening their minds to understand the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah. He touched on everything from the writings of Moses to the major and minor prophets. What an extensive study!
The whole Old Testament points to Jesus. He is seen in types, shadows, the layout of the tabernacle and temple, the holidays, festivals, the sacrifices and the priesthood itself. The prophets have direct prophesies about Him. He is also seen in many of the Psalms.
Keep the time frame in mind, this story on the road to Emmaus happened before his assertion and the giving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Jesus at heart is a teacher of the Word. The Holy Spirit stepped into this role after Pentecost. (John 16:12-13; 1 John 3:27)
The Holy Spirit is the spirit of Jesus. They are one and the same yet separate and distinct from each other. Jesus stayed in this teaching role right up to His ascension. (See Acts 1:3-11)
We will look into this context of Luke twenty-four more in the next section, but let me stress an important point; everything about your Christian life must be built on the solid foundation of the Word of God. The whole Bible is important. The whole Bible unpacks the mysteries and glories of Christ. Study the whole Bible.
The Bible is much more than just a book. The eyes of the natural man will be closed to the mysteries of Christ contained in the Bible apart from the teaching ministry of the Holy Spirit. (Study 2 Corinthians 3:12-18) Ask God to give a spirit of wisdom and revelation into the knowledge of Christ. (Ephesians 1:17-18)
Base your experience on the Bible, but expect to experience everything promised in the Bible. Don’t limit God. Don’t put Him in a box of your understanding or denominational dogma. The whole Bible defines the parameters of truth. Take hold of everything promised to you in the Scriptures. (See 2 Peter 1:2-4)
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
“13) And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14) And they were talking with each other about all these things which had taken place. 15) While they were talking and discussing, Jesus Himself approached and began traveling with them. 16) But their eyes were prevented from recognizing Him.” Luke 24:13-16
This story occupies much of Luke chapter twenty-four. It extends all the way down to verse thirty-five.
It shows that the news of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ captured many conversations. We do not know how many post resurrection appearances there were altogether. In 1 Corinthians 15:6, Paul mentioned that at one point Jesus appeared to a gathering of more than five hundred at one time. There were many witnesses of the resurrected Christ.
What is interesting about this story in Luke twenty four, is that Jesus spent time opening their minds to understand the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah. He touched on everything from the writings of Moses to the major and minor prophets. What an extensive study!
The whole Old Testament points to Jesus. He is seen in types, shadows, the layout of the tabernacle and temple, the holidays, festivals, the sacrifices and the priesthood itself. The prophets have direct prophesies about Him. He is also seen in many of the Psalms.
Keep the time frame in mind, this story on the road to Emmaus happened before his assertion and the giving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Jesus at heart is a teacher of the Word. The Holy Spirit stepped into this role after Pentecost. (John 16:12-13; 1 John 3:27)
The Holy Spirit is the spirit of Jesus. They are one and the same yet separate and distinct from each other. Jesus stayed in this teaching role right up to His ascension. (See Acts 1:3-11)
We will look into this context of Luke twenty-four more in the next section, but let me stress an important point; everything about your Christian life must be built on the solid foundation of the Word of God. The whole Bible is important. The whole Bible unpacks the mysteries and glories of Christ. Study the whole Bible.
The Bible is much more than just a book. The eyes of the natural man will be closed to the mysteries of Christ contained in the Bible apart from the teaching ministry of the Holy Spirit. (Study 2 Corinthians 3:12-18) Ask God to give a spirit of wisdom and revelation into the knowledge of Christ. (Ephesians 1:17-18)
Base your experience on the Bible, but expect to experience everything promised in the Bible. Don’t limit God. Don’t put Him in a box of your understanding or denominational dogma. The whole Bible defines the parameters of truth. Take hold of everything promised to you in the Scriptures. (See 2 Peter 1:2-4)
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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