Sep. 08, 2025

In this sermon, Pastor Chad concludes the series on the Book of Luke, focusing on the road to Emmaus story where two disciples encounter the risen Jesus without recognizing Him. The message explores how these disciples walked and talked with Jesus for hours, hearing Him explain Scripture, yet only recognized Him when they invited Him in and sat at the table as He broke bread with them. This moment of revelation transformed their understanding and ignited their hearts with passion to immediately share the news with others in Jerusalem.

Key Verses: Luke 24:30-31; Luke 24:32; Luke 24:33

Reflection Questions

The disciples only recognized Jesus when they invited Him in and sat at the table with Him. In what ways might we be walking with Jesus without truly recognizing His presence?

Pastor Chad mentioned that 'Jesus doesn't just reveal himself to the curious.' What's the difference between being curious about Jesus and truly inviting Him in?

The sermon emphasized that God often moves in ordinary moments rather than spectacular ones. Can you share a time when you encountered God in an ordinary, everyday situation?

What does it mean to you personally to 'sit at table with Jesus' in your daily life?

The disciples immediately got up and returned to Jerusalem despite the late hour and long journey. How does a genuine encounter with Jesus motivate us to action?

Pastor Chad said, 'Don't walk away from Jesus just because you haven't seen Him yet.' How can we maintain faith during times when God seems distant or silent?

How has reading and meditating on Scripture (the 'bread of life') opened your eyes to see Jesus more clearly?

Life Application

This week, create intentional 'breaking bread' moments with Jesus. Set aside 15-20 minutes each day to sit quietly with Scripture. Instead of just reading for information, invite Jesus into that moment and ask Him to reveal Himself to you. Read slowly, pause often, and listen for His voice. Then, identify someone in your life who needs to hear about your journey with Jesus - perhaps someone walking their own difficult road - and share how Jesus has walked with you through your challenges.

Key Takeaways

• Revelation comes when we invite Jesus in - not just walking near Him, but communing with Him intimately.
• Jesus often reveals Himself in ordinary moments rather than spectacular ones - we must look for Him in the everyday breaking of bread.
• A genuine encounter with Jesus creates urgency to share that experience with others.
• Communing with Jesus through His Word (the bread of life) opens our spiritual eyes to recognize His presence and purpose.
• Our difficult journeys become testimonies that can help others navigate their own treacherous roads with Jesus.