Chapter 1: Seeing Jesus brings true transformation!
Video Teaching 1
Chapter 1B:
Seeing Jesus brings true transformation!
Truth 1: Make seeing Jesus in the Scriptures your priority!
Question 1:
Why did Jesus prevent the two disciples from recognizing Him in the flesh when He met them on the road to Emmaus?
Why did Jesus prevent the two disciples from recognizing Him in the flesh when He met them on the road to Emmaus?
The Lord kept the two disciples on the road to Emmaus from recognizing Him to show us that seeing Him revealed in the Scriptures is more important than seeing Him physically in the flesh, and that we have the same privilege to do so today!
Question 2:
What effect did it have on the two disciples when they experienced the Lord expounding to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself?
What effect did it have on the two disciples when they experienced the Lord expounding to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself?
Seeing Jesus in the Word caused the disciples’ hearts to burn within them. It also had an effect on the disciples’ souls and physical strength-they were no longer discouraged and were able to walk another seven miles back to Jerusalem to share the good news about the Lord with their brethren.
Key Takeaways:
- Seeing Jesus revealed in the Scriptures is more important than seeing Him physically in the flesh!
- Our primary focus when we read the Bible should be to see Jesus, not just to find answers or solutions. He is not a means to an end!
- Encountering Jesus in the Word caused the disciples’ hearts to burn within them. They also experienced renewed strength and joy, empowering them to share the good news.
- As we behold Jesus in the Word, we are transformed to be like Him!
This article was originally written in English by Pastor Joseph Prince.
