Luke 24: 13-16, 28-32
That
same day two of them were walking to the village Emmaus, about seven
miles out of Jerusalem. They were deep in conversation, going over all
these things that had happened. In the middle of their talk and
questions, Jesus came up and walked along with them. But they were not
able to recognize who he was.
They
came to the edge of the village where they were headed. He acted as if
he were going on but they pressed him: "Stay and have supper with us.
It's nearly evening; the day is done." So he went in with them. And here
is what happened: He sat down at the table with them. Taking the bread,
he blessed and broke and gave it to them. At that moment, open-eyed,
wide-eyed, they recognized him. And then he disappeared.
Back
and forth they talked. "Didn't we feel on fire as he conversed with us
on the road, as he opened up the Scriptures for us?"MSG
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Jesus-
O
how wonderful you are! You walk with me and talk with me every day. How
often do I fail to recognize You in my circumstances? Heartbroken and
feeling abandoned tears flow down my face as I discuss my situation with
friends. I must look ridiculous when I am wallowing in self-pity while
You are right beside me! Open the eyes of my heart Lord, so that I can
vividly see You in my midst.
Please
dear Lord, when I am down in the dumps and crying the blues give me
Your lantern and compass. Give me Your map. Help me to find the way to
the sacred mountain, to Your presence. There, I will enter the place of
worship and SEE my exuberant and magnificent God right in the middle of
my hopeless situation! I will gaze into Your eyes and praise Your holy
name. You will turn my frown into a smile.
Every
day You talk to me like a friend through prayer and Bible study. You
set my heart on fire. There's nothing more thrilling than Your voice. It
stirs up warmth in the hollow of my heart. Help me to BELIEVE You when
You speak to me. Help me to live in absolute expectancy, trusting You to
do what You say You will do. Lord, You have captivated my heart! Please
ignite others with the flame of this Holy Spirit wild fire burning
within me. I want more than the blessing of my daily bread! I want ALL
of YOU, JESUS! Amen.
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How do you see Jesus in the middle of your hopeless situation?
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