I will not understand all that the Lord is doing in the moment and that’s okay because his character is worthy of my trust. He will work everything together for my good.
Thinking today about how exhausting the Israelites must have been to the Lord. The Lord has provided for them over and over again, calling them to be His people, and yet, the kings sin and lead the people forth in sin. The people are repeating the same sins as generations before. It helps put the magnitude of Jesus’ sacrifice into perspective. It is out of a deep love and heart for reconciliation that the Father sent His Son to be with us, to show us the Way, and to sacrifice His life so that we might also live.
Praying that we won’t walk in the sins of generations before us, but that we will hold firmly to the Lord and to His ways!
I love the playfulness of Jesus in the Scriptures. He chooses to journey with a couple of disciples headed to a little town, Emmaus. He takes it as an opportunity to not to say, “Hey look guys!! It’s ME!” but He chooses instead to teach and cause them to reflect—reframing their understanding of all that had taken place. And, then when they reached their destination, HE PRETENDS that He’s going further. Ha! He’s waiting for their invitation. And, then in the breaking of the bread, they know who He is. It all makes sense. “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows.” (Ps. 23:5) Sitting at table was an intimate setting of friendship and relationship. Within this context, Jesus opens their eyes. ❤️ Thank you, Jesus.
30When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed and broke it and gave it to them. 31And their eyes were opened, and they recognized him. And he vanished from their sight. -ellie
We tend to envy the disciples and their discourse with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, but we know not only that Jesus is the fulfillment of the law and the prophets, but that He also comes to dwell with His people in the Spirit – a great and wonderful mystery revealed. May we rejoice in this splendid truth with hearts burning.
Luke 1-35..I can relate to the two travelers being in the presence of God and not knowing it..too often I forget that I’m not alone and God will never leave me! He is there all the time whether I acknowledge him or not. I’m praying to always seek God’s presence!
Praying for you ladies today who will read this, that the Lord will open hearts and minds, give us wisdom & insight into His Word, and draw us closer to Him. He is faithful, and His faithfulness never runs out. Turn to Him only, trust Him only. Praying for great blessings and spiritual breakthrough today. Thankful for you!
Makes you wonder why on earth God chose Jeroboam?! It seems his first act as new ruler was to declare the practice of idolatry – couldn’t have been a very godly man in the first place surely
That confuses me too. One conclusion might be “if you know God has spoken on a matter, do not let anyone persuade you to do otherwise, even another believer. “
Can anyone explain why the prophet led the man of God astray in the 1 Kings passage? I’m confused as to why one prophet encouraged another to break a promise with God.
Perhaps to point out that we should trust what God tells us and what he speaks to us, rather than man. People will always try to speak over you and tell you what you should and shouldn’t do, but you only need to worry about what the Lord tells you. Only He knows the plans for you, so He knows what you need to hear and when. Man only sees the present and goes off of what they think they know. God ACTUALLY knows.
Yeah, and this prophet lived in the tribes of Israel that were turning away from God, and clearly he was doing nothing to stop it.
It seems as though there is a difference in being a prophet by profession, and being a man of God–someone so close to God’s heart that they are willing and able to hear His voice, deliver his message, and do what he says.
This prophet seems to have not only turned away from God, but also has the same attitude as Satan in the garden of Eden: “Did God really say that?”
Kinda like if someone tells you how God has been leading them, be careful not to lead them astray by suggesting that what God said is not true. We do have to be careful not to turn people away from God simply by offering our own advice over what God has said through his word.
I was really struck by the passage in the Old Testament today. The king abandoned the counsel of the wise old men and instead listens to the opinions of the young men his age and that’s when everything began to fall apart. I was reminded how very important it is to have people in our lives who are further in their walk and have experience beyond our own to lend wisdom to us. It’s easy to live with just our circle of peers, but life is so much richer when we have wise counsel as well….
I see a parallel between the story of Rehoboam and the prophet from Judah. Both had a decision to make of who to trust, and both made the wrong choice. One to listen to man instead of God, and one to listen to inexperienced friends instead of wise counselors. Be careful who you listen to!
What’s the symbolism of the last verse in today’s passage in Luke? Why did Jesus become known to them only after the breaking of the bread? Does that refer in some way to Christ’s brokenness on the cross (since he is the bread of life), or does it speak to our own brokenness?
Luke 24:5 Why do you look for the living among the dead?
Such a profound question! I wonder sometimes if we still carry on this way? Christ is alive, and through His grace and sacrifice, we are free! But still, we left ourselves be burdened by the guilt of past mistakes and anxieties of this day and age. But if Christ is alive, and we know he is, why do we let ourselves live as if He hadn’t freed us? Let’s stop looking for the living among the dead and live with the inheritance that He bought for us–He is alive, and He is risen!
Leah this is such a great insight and challenge for me. Thank you for sharing. Amazing that we are asked to die to ourselves every day. He has risen and we have new life in Him. Amen!
Jesus is risen, AMEN! Oh how I wish I could be with the two on the road as Jesus explained to them the meanings of all the Old Testament, and how it spoke towards the Messiah’s death and new kingdom!!
If that isn’t encouragement enough to read through the Old Testament and study how the gospel can be seen in all of it, then I don’t know what is. I’ve been blessed every time a pastor, speaker, or class teacher (Christian college!) has taken the time to explain how the gospel can be seen in whichever old Testament passage we’re in. I would encourage you all to look for it and seek out understanding as I do this too, as it will certainly enrich your faith!
33 And they rose that same hour and returned to Jerusalem. And they found the eleven and those who were with them gathered together. These followers were so excited to know their Lord was alive they walked a day’s journey back to tell the apostles. I hope I am excited to share the good news
I will not understand all that the Lord is doing in the moment and that’s okay because his character is worthy of my trust. He will work everything together for my good.
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6He is not here, but has risen.
32They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?”
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Thinking today about how exhausting the Israelites must have been to the Lord. The Lord has provided for them over and over again, calling them to be His people, and yet, the kings sin and lead the people forth in sin. The people are repeating the same sins as generations before. It helps put the magnitude of Jesus’ sacrifice into perspective. It is out of a deep love and heart for reconciliation that the Father sent His Son to be with us, to show us the Way, and to sacrifice His life so that we might also live.
Praying that we won’t walk in the sins of generations before us, but that we will hold firmly to the Lord and to His ways!
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I love the playfulness of Jesus in the Scriptures. He chooses to journey with a couple of disciples headed to a little town, Emmaus. He takes it as an opportunity to not to say, “Hey look guys!! It’s ME!” but He chooses instead to teach and cause them to reflect—reframing their understanding of all that had taken place. And, then when they reached their destination, HE PRETENDS that He’s going further. Ha! He’s waiting for their invitation. And, then in the breaking of the bread, they know who He is. It all makes sense. “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows.” (Ps. 23:5) Sitting at table was an intimate setting of friendship and relationship. Within this context, Jesus opens their eyes. ❤️ Thank you, Jesus.
Reading what the Lord did for us never fails to put the day to day problems we have into perspective
30When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed and broke it and gave it to them. 31And their eyes were opened, and they recognized him. And he vanished from their sight. -ellie
3but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.
Hallelujah!
We tend to envy the disciples and their discourse with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, but we know not only that Jesus is the fulfillment of the law and the prophets, but that He also comes to dwell with His people in the Spirit – a great and wonderful mystery revealed. May we rejoice in this splendid truth with hearts burning.
35Then the two went over everything that happened on the road and how they recognized him when he broke the bread.
Luke 1-35..I can relate to the two travelers being in the presence of God and not knowing it..too often I forget that I’m not alone and God will never leave me! He is there all the time whether I acknowledge him or not. I’m praying to always seek God’s presence!
Me too Katie! I am fixing my eyes on Jesus- not the problems.
Praying for you ladies today who will read this, that the Lord will open hearts and minds, give us wisdom & insight into His Word, and draw us closer to Him. He is faithful, and His faithfulness never runs out. Turn to Him only, trust Him only. Praying for great blessings and spiritual breakthrough today. Thankful for you!
Thank you SarahMay! I needed this for sure!!
Maybe it’s to warn against false prophets? We are warned to be careful of these as there will be many of them in the end times
Makes you wonder why on earth God chose Jeroboam?! It seems his first act as new ruler was to declare the practice of idolatry – couldn’t have been a very godly man in the first place surely
Jesus Christ is the Living One, as the angels at the tomb said. He died, but did not stay in the grave. He has no place among the dead! Hallelujah!
That confuses me too. One conclusion might be “if you know God has spoken on a matter, do not let anyone persuade you to do otherwise, even another believer. “
Amen!!!!!
Can anyone explain why the prophet led the man of God astray in the 1 Kings passage? I’m confused as to why one prophet encouraged another to break a promise with God.
Perhaps to point out that we should trust what God tells us and what he speaks to us, rather than man. People will always try to speak over you and tell you what you should and shouldn’t do, but you only need to worry about what the Lord tells you. Only He knows the plans for you, so He knows what you need to hear and when. Man only sees the present and goes off of what they think they know. God ACTUALLY knows.
Yeah, and this prophet lived in the tribes of Israel that were turning away from God, and clearly he was doing nothing to stop it.
It seems as though there is a difference in being a prophet by profession, and being a man of God–someone so close to God’s heart that they are willing and able to hear His voice, deliver his message, and do what he says.
This prophet seems to have not only turned away from God, but also has the same attitude as Satan in the garden of Eden: “Did God really say that?”
Kinda like if someone tells you how God has been leading them, be careful not to lead them astray by suggesting that what God said is not true. We do have to be careful not to turn people away from God simply by offering our own advice over what God has said through his word.
Thanks for your response Emily, I was really confused about that passage too! Historical context always helps
I can see your point – I agree!
I was really struck by the passage in the Old Testament today. The king abandoned the counsel of the wise old men and instead listens to the opinions of the young men his age and that’s when everything began to fall apart. I was reminded how very important it is to have people in our lives who are further in their walk and have experience beyond our own to lend wisdom to us. It’s easy to live with just our circle of peers, but life is so much richer when we have wise counsel as well….
Very true!
I see a parallel between the story of Rehoboam and the prophet from Judah. Both had a decision to make of who to trust, and both made the wrong choice. One to listen to man instead of God, and one to listen to inexperienced friends instead of wise counselors. Be careful who you listen to!
What’s the symbolism of the last verse in today’s passage in Luke? Why did Jesus become known to them only after the breaking of the bread? Does that refer in some way to Christ’s brokenness on the cross (since he is the bread of life), or does it speak to our own brokenness?
I think it reminds them of the last supper! “Do this in remembrance of me”.
I don’t think it necessarily has a mystical symbolic meaning. It’s possible that God just opened their eyes at that time!
Luke 24:5 Why do you look for the living among the dead?
Such a profound question! I wonder sometimes if we still carry on this way? Christ is alive, and through His grace and sacrifice, we are free! But still, we left ourselves be burdened by the guilt of past mistakes and anxieties of this day and age. But if Christ is alive, and we know he is, why do we let ourselves live as if He hadn’t freed us? Let’s stop looking for the living among the dead and live with the inheritance that He bought for us–He is alive, and He is risen!
Leah this is such a great insight and challenge for me. Thank you for sharing. Amazing that we are asked to die to ourselves every day. He has risen and we have new life in Him. Amen!
Wow these are two wonderful passages today!
Jesus is risen, AMEN! Oh how I wish I could be with the two on the road as Jesus explained to them the meanings of all the Old Testament, and how it spoke towards the Messiah’s death and new kingdom!!
If that isn’t encouragement enough to read through the Old Testament and study how the gospel can be seen in all of it, then I don’t know what is. I’ve been blessed every time a pastor, speaker, or class teacher (Christian college!) has taken the time to explain how the gospel can be seen in whichever old Testament passage we’re in. I would encourage you all to look for it and seek out understanding as I do this too, as it will certainly enrich your faith!
That’s great encouragement Emily! Thank you!
33 And they rose that same hour and returned to Jerusalem. And they found the eleven and those who were with them gathered together. These followers were so excited to know their Lord was alive they walked a day’s journey back to tell the apostles. I hope I am excited to share the good news
The Lord had risen indeed! Amen and amen.