Sometimes, in everyday conversations, you learn the most about someone. There is something about walking alongside a companion in step, in rhythm, in sync that welcomes vulnerability. When we draw near to a friend by walking beside them, sitting in their presence, or sharing a cup of coffee, our true selves are revealed. In ordinary moments, the extraordinary becomes known.
In today’s reading, we see that Jesus revealed the most extraordinary truths about His character in everyday moments. In Luke 24, Jesus walked alongside two of His followers the day He rose from the grave, a day full of the uproar of confusion. Jesus’s tomb had been found empty that morning, and two of His closest disciples were walking on the road to Emmaus trying to make sense of all that had happened. The stories they had heard, the events they had witnessed, and the questions behind an empty tomb were all conflicting and confusing.
What is our response when we have trouble making sense of the resurrection story, whether believing it ourselves or trying to make it understandable to someone else? Instead of only attempting to convince someone else of this truth, we can live out His presence within us in the everyday. We need to allow Jesus himself to draw near (Luke 24:15).
Jesus met those who were having trouble understanding who He was by walking on the road with them and having conversations with them. Allowing those He walked with to ask questions and recount what they believed. He gave them excerpts of stories they knew from the Scriptures they had learned. It was the truth of the words He spoke that made the difference—the prompting of the Holy Spirit within Him.
Weren’t our hearts burning within us while he was talking with us on the road
and explaining the Scriptures to us?
—Luke 24:32
His Spirit, the whisper of His drawing near, sparks that burning in our hearts. The truth that Jesus is alive and has risen from the grave is revealed not only in words but in the witness of a life changed.
A conversation can arise, causing confusion or controversy regarding the resurrection while walking trails, in the coffee shop, or on a neighbor’s porch. These are places where Jesus Himself can draw near.
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39 thoughts on "Jesus Rises from the Grave"
Jesus is everything.
May I be a witness of a changed life through Him! And may I be so engrossed in His words that my children see Him in me and want the same for themselves everyday. Happy Sunday She’s!
Separation truly hurts….but Jesus gives us peace when we commune and share time with him. I am grateful for the times my heart burned within me….knowing his love and grace. So reaffirming!
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Happy weekend she’s! Praying you all have a wonderful weekend.
Jesus can appear in the confusion. To guide us. To talk to us. To draw near to us. He wants to be with us during the hard parts.
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For some reason I love how Jesus continues to need to eat. He shows up, having risen from the grave, still in flesh. Still a companion, a friend, someone in need of fellowship and a good meal. The disciples needed this to truly believe. It made it real. I think that can be one of the hard parts about faith is believing what we can’t see. Our Holy Spirit that Jesus left us with is here always, but may not feel like a friend who will commune with us at our table. But maybe if we view the Holy Spirit that way we aren’t wrong? Maybe a friendly, companionship view isn’t too far off from the way we should treat the relationship. We can talk to the Holy Spirit like a friend. We can be brutally honest and bring everything to the table. In this, we can find fellowship and comfort at any moment anywhere.
I got teary at the part that Jesus was taken away in front of the disciples up into the sky. Did they know the goodbye would be so soon? They were excited to have him back, resurrected, alive and well. BUT GOD. Separation hurts, especially when you love someone with all your heart, mind and soul. If I was there, I would probably be bawling. But we don’t have a choice, do we? It’s the Lord’s. “Whither I go, thou cannot follow Me now; but thou shall follow Me afterwards”- John 13:36.
I am asking for prayer for my brother Austin. He has grown estranged. There was some resentment and strife stirred up, causing sadness, disappointment and distancing with various family members. I would appreciate prayers for him and those that were hurt. Thank you for your prayers.
Praying…
@Rhonda J: healing/relief for your back, your grandson Brayden and amazing time at the chosen & concert.
@Dorothy: wisdom for words with Finley’s family, and replacement caregiver for Finley.
@Pam S: happy birthday dear Pam, may the Lord surprise you with all the precious gifts from up above. I hope you have a lovely birthday.
@Cindy Hanna: the hope indeed.
Be blessed dear sisters. May you all have a restful weekend <3
Reading todays scripture nearly brought me to tears. Happy tears. It is the fulfilment of everything that was written. Reading these verses it feels like a weight was lifted. I agree with Cindy, it is so important that he rose from death. Thank you Jesus! Have a wonderful and blessed weekend everyone!
Oh — and if forgot to say…
@Pam S – Happy Beautiful and Blessed Birthday today!!
I too really enjoyed this study on the Life of Jesus! What an amazing ending to the story of Christ’s life – He rose from the grave – conquering death, ascended into heaven – where He now sits at the right hand of God, and will one day return, just as He left – in the clouds! Jesus had victory, He is my victor – I too (and you) can have victory, how awesome is that!!
@Rhonda – praying for your grandson Brayden, and for your back pain – I too have back issues so I can relate!
@Dorothy – praying for your situation, that your “family” will truly understand and react lovingly and that they will be able to find someone else to fill in the days you are not able to work.
@Taylor, Sara and all you single ladies who are venturing into new things – may you feel comfortable, fit in and be a blessing to the others in the groups, and they to you!
@Mary Ruiz – I don’t think I’ve seen you comment before – nice to “see you” here through your comment.
Happy Birthday Pam S!! Hope it is a beautiful day for you!!
@Ramona-thank you…it’s such a blessing to hear “I UNDERSTAND your back issues and concerns!” it gives a little lift to my heart.
@Dorthy..they love you too I’m sure, and will understand!
Knowing that today’s reading would be about Christ’s resurrection I took a moment to sit and contemplate his death and burial from yesterday. So much that had been foretold by prophets and scripture was finished…yet one thing more remained. Without the conquering of death every thing else that had happened (regardless of how miraculous It was) would have left us dwelling in sorrow without hope. Oh how marvelous that the final act of his resurrection… his claiming his kingdom and settling his Holy Spirit into our hearts lifted us from despair to eternal joy.
What a wonderful study. I so very much enjoyed this. Yes we have heard the stories before, but each time I seem to catch something that I didn’t catch before. Rhonda I will pray for Brayden. I understand your back issues and concerns.
He walks along with us in our grief and listens to us. He explains and opens our mind to understand scripture. He reassures us in our confusion and disbelief that He is who He says He is. ❤️
Wonderful heart throbbing Bible study!
Happy birthday @Pam S. I hope you have a blessed day!
“His Spirit, the whisper of His drawing near, sparks that burning in our hearts.”, these words that Vina wrote are so invigorating, so awe-inspiring, so truthful, SO GODLY. They want to make me want to say BUT GOD…. These words say it ALL.
Yesterday the scripture talked about how those that were dead came to life and rose. That got me to wondering and thinking back the beginning of our study when we learned about Simeon and Anna. We know the scripture says they were able to die in peace now since seeing the Messiah. Well were Simeon and Anna, two of those who rose back up, especially since they believed Jesus was the Messiah?
Sisters, I ask for prayer, as I said yesterday, I’m going to let Finley’s parents know today that as of April 1st I won’t be able to care for her except on Saturdays. This will be very hard for me. They have become like family to me.
Be blessed and spread the GREAT NEWS of Christ’s resurrection.
Wow so beautiful. I have loved this journey! 
Today is my birthday and today’s reading is such a gift! Jesus’ timing is perfect. He opened their eyes(vs. 31), He opened their minds(vs.45). He will lead us into deeper knowledge and understanding, He wants us to know Him! Mary Ruiz, Beth Parmley & Rhonda J. -love your comments. Rhonda- praying for Brayden and family and that you will have joy unspeakable tonight and tomorrow night.
@Sarah D- glad to know your evaluation went well!! Praise God!
I really enjoyed this study during this season of fasting in my life. Thank you She Reads Truth for sticking to the main thing – Jesus!
Passages of scripture that are the cornerstone of our faith and wonderful thoughts in the devotional. This has been a great study. So grateful for each of you here.
May my actions and words be a reflection of Jesus to others. Long time SRT reader and I too have loved this study, one of my favorites. Thank you!
Good morning everyone! My annual evaluation went really well yesterday. I think the Lord has been growing me in so many ways, even by keeping me at this job, despite how extremely difficult last year was for me. I am thankful that I have been doing well in my job and just taking one day at a time. :) praying for you all!
He is Risen. I can’t imagine the whirlwind of those quick few days. I often think back and recount the week before my mom passed away. I had went to visit because she was feeling bad and I really wanted to figure out what was going on. It was a week of ups and downs, conversations with her I remember, doctors comments and treatments, family and friends coming in and out. A whole week of emotions that you look back on (9 years ago) and try to sort it all out and recount. I think that’s why the accounts of the resurrection are all rather different in the details. For awhile I had the texts between my sister and I that I could refer back to, but now they are gone and we sometimes relay the facts that we still question of how it all went down.
I am so thankful we have the accounts our risen Saviour! He Lives! He Lives! Christ Jesus lives today. He walks with us, and talks with us… As the song goes! He is with us through the Holy Spirit, through the written account (the bible), and “the witness of a changed life.”
Help me Lord to live this amazing story through my life, my words, my friendships, my testimony. May I glorify you Lord. Those around me that walk through darkness and don’t know you, may they see you in me.
I ask for prayers for my dear grandson Brayden. He has such a challenging family life with lots of struggles. He is only 14, and just can’t control the anger that is within him with his parents. I pray that they come to Jesus to get this situation sorted out before it’s too late. It will keep escalating, and unfortunately we live far away. But we can pray, and I know God loves my dear Brayden, and I hope he remembers to pray to him and finds comfort in him. That he is seen and heard, in Christ alone. Lord touch this family. Thank you She’s!
My husband and I are going to The Chosen tonight so I am very excited, yet it is 3 hours long and with a bad back…it is hard to do things at night but only lay down to find relief. Tomorrow night I am going to a Tobymac concert! I pray God will let my back tolerate these nights out!
I’ve been reading plans from SRT for years and I have to say this one is by far the best one that I have read! I have enjoyed it tremendously. I am sad that it’s over
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Reminds me of the song “Because He Lives”.
@Sarah D praying your eval goes well and there are other opportunities for you at your job!
@Kimberly Z I feel you on having to semi-force yourself to go. I definitely did for my first group meeting and still feeling a little hesitant about the second meeting, but knowing God is there and everyone in my group is nice makes it easier to go! Praying for you <3
So thankful to finish another amazing study with this amazing community :) I think our next study is about rest? I am very excited for that one as I really struggled to slow down and rest. I pray I would live out Jesus’s presence within me every day as well as continuing to stay strong in daily devotional time to draw near to Him as He draws near to me.
Love you all and praying for you ladies <3 Just as I thought I was finally over my cold, I woke up with a little bit of scratchy throat and sneezing a bunch during my devo time. Praying it's nothing and passes quickly!
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Jesus, draw near to me as I draw near to You. Let me always see You in others and truly listen. Amen
I love when I can sense the spirit and I get warm inside. Praying we all sense Jesus today.
Thank you Jesus! Because you live today I can live for eternity! Amazing Grace…
May my actions and my words show Jesus to others and if that is not the case, that the Holy Spirit would bring it to my attention so that I can correct myself and not lead anyone off course.
DOROTHY – praying for you and the best words as you talk with Finley’s family, for understanding on their part and appreciation of the lengthy advance notice.
SHARON JERSEY GIRL – awesome testimony that you shared about your mom ❤️
Continuing to pray for your in laws
CAROL CROSSMAN – love what you shared about quiet time on Good Friday.
TINA – Amen! Good to see you, praying your back is better.
MARIA BAER – so true, and yet without the crucifixion … thank you, Jesus, for your sacrifice for me, and all of us.
CHANGED LIFE – praying for you and the relationship with your sister
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“The truth that Jesus is alive and has risen from the grave is revealed not only in words but in the witness of a life changed.”
When others learn of our testimony of a changed life, it brings glory to Jesus and all He accomplished.
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I have completely fallen in love with the book of Luke this week. If we only had one book of the entire Bible, this would be my choice! It contains the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus….I mean, that’s just all that matters in a nutshell!