Imagine two disciples of Jesus are on their way to the village of Emmaus. They know Jesus well. They have been following him for three years.

Today they are sad because they have lost Jesus, he is dead. They talk about it and become more and more depressed. After a while, the resurrected Jesus suddenly joins the two. They do not recognize him.

Jesus asks them, “Why are you so sad?” The disciples tell him about Jesus’ death on the cross. Suddenly Jesus begins to explain to them from the Old Testament that this had to happen.

After some time, they reach Emmaus. It is already dark and the disciples invite Jesus to join them. Everyone sits at the table, Jesus takes the bread and gives thanks to God. He breaks it and distributes it to them.

Finally, they recognize him! “It is Jesus! He is alive!” What joy! Their sorrow is suddenly blown away.

Jesus’ resurrection gives me hope for life beyond death. What are you hoping for?

Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.

John 5:24

Relevant Scripture: Luke 24:1-20