Luke 24:13-35 - Jesus Drew Near
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Luke 24:13-35
JESUS DREW NEAR
When Jesus rose from the dead He ministered to hurting people.
He appeared to Mary Magdalene who was hurting because of the loss of her Master.
He appeared to Peter who was hurting because he had denied his Lord three times.
He appeared to 10 of the disciples who were hurting because they ran when Jesus was arrested.
He appeared to Thomas who was hurting because of his unbelief.
He appeared to as many as 500 disciples at one time. Many of these would have been hurting for some reason.
As we see our text, Jesus also appeared to two of His followers on the Road to Emmaus. They were also hurting. It says in Luke 24:15, "Jesus himself drew near, and went with them."
Even today, when we are hurting, we find that Jesus draws near."
JESUS DRAWS NEAR DURING CONFUSION - Vss. 1-14
Jesus drew near to these disciples during confusing times. Just that week they probably had been involved with Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
Then there was the betrayal, arrest, trial, conviction and crucifixion of their Lord.
Added to this were the events of Verses 1-14. These men were certainly confused!
It is during our times of confusion that Jesus will draw near to help us.
When we hurt because of sickness, death, marital or family problems, financial difficulties or employment or school problems, Jesus will draw near to help us. Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 8:38-39, Hebrews 13:5
JESUS DRAWS NEAR WITH CONCERN - Vss. 15-17
He wanted to know why the disciples were sad.
He was desirous to help.
Even today, Jesus is present, always ready to listen and always concerned. Hebrews 4:15-16, 1 Peter 5:7,
JESUS DRAWS NEAR WITH CORRECTION - Vss. 18-27
Notice that Jesus listened to their concerns and then corrected them!
He taught them about Himself so that they would better understand the events that had just taken place.
As we pray and study our Bibles during times of trouble, Jesus will correct us as well, and put us on the right path. 2 Timothy 3:16
JESUS DRAWS NEAR WITH COMFORT - Vss. 28-35
These disciples were comforted by Jesus' appearance. Vs. 31
Actually as Jesus taught the Scriptures to them their hearts "burned". This was a good heartburn. Vs. 32
Notice how quickly they shared their comfort with others.
Jesus will comfort us. As we get into the Word of God and prayer, we will see Him clearly and be comforted.
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