BY Vina Mogg
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.
39 thoughts on "Jesus Rises from the Grave"
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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. ❤️
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Wonderful heart throbbing Bible study!
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Happy birthday @Pam S. I hope you have a blessed day!
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“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.
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Wow so beautiful. I have loved this journey! 
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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.
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@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!
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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.
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