Chapter 6: The Road to Emmaus
Based on Luke 24:13-35

Scripture Background

This story of the appearance of the risen Christ reveals the disbelief of the disappointed followers of Jesus--even when they hear. It is not clear who kept their eyes from recognizing him, but God may be the implied agent.

The most important piece of this story is that the disciples finally recognize Jesus when he breaks the bread. In the Bible, stories about breaking and eating bread remind us that God always takes care of his people, just as food feeds and strengthens our bodies.

It was three days after Jesus died on the cross. Two of the disciples were going to a town called Emmaus. They talked about Jesus as they walked along the road.

Jesus came near the disciples. He began to talk with them. The disciples did not know that Jesus had been raised from the dead. They did not recognize him.

They arrived in Emmaus and the disciples invited Jesus to stay with them. They sat down to eat. Then Jesus took the bread in his hands. He blessed the bread. He broke it and gave it to the disciples. Then they knew he was Jesus. They recognized Jesus when he broke the bread.

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They recognized Jesus when he broke the bread.
Based on Luke 24:31

Look for More in the Bible

Read in the gospels about other post resurrection appearances of Jesus.
Luke 24:36-49
John 20: 11-29 and 21
Matthew 28:16-28