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for April 5, 2026
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04-05-2026 Luke 24 v1335 How Slow of Heart To Believe
The Gospel of Luke Chapter 24 Verse 13 thru 35
13 Now that very day two of them were going to a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus, 14 and they were conversing about all the things that had occurred. 15 And it happened that while they were conversing and debating, Jesus himself drew near and walked with them, 16 but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him. 17 He asked them, “What are you discussing as you walk along?” They stopped, looking downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, said to him in reply, “Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know of the things that have taken place there in these days?” 19 And he replied to them, “What sort of things?” They said to him, “The things that happened to Jesus the Nazarene, who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, 20 how our chief priests and rulers both handed him over to a sentence of death and crucified him. 21 But we were hoping that he would be the one to redeem Israel; and besides all this, it is now the third day since this took place. 22 Some women from our group, however, have astounded us: they were at the tomb early in the morning 23 and did not find his body; they came back and reported that they had indeed seen a vision of angels who announced that he was alive. 24 Then some of those with us went to the tomb and found things just as the women had described, but him they did not see.” 25 And he said to them, “Oh, how foolish you are! How slow of heart to believe all that the prophets spoke! 26 Was it not necessary that the Messiah should suffer these things and enter into his glory?” 27 Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them what referred to him in all the scriptures. 28 As they approached the village to which they were going, he gave the impression that he was going on farther. 29 But they urged him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. 30 And it happened that, while he was with them at table, he took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. 31 With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him, but he vanished from their sight. 32 Then they said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning [within us] while he spoke to us on the way and opened the scriptures to us?” 33 So they set out at once and returned to Jerusalem where they found gathered together the eleven and those with them 34 who were saying, “The Lord has truly been raised and has appeared to Simon!” 35 Then the two recounted what had taken place on the way and how he was made known to them in the breaking of the bread.
Luke 24:13-35 recounts the profound encounter that two followers of Jesus have on the road to Emmaus shortly after His resurrection. As they walk in despair, discussing the events surrounding Jesus’ crucifixion and the reports of His empty tomb, the risen Christ joins them, although they do not recognize Him. This moment underscores the theme of revelation and understanding that permeates the resurrection narrative.
As Jesus engages them, He opens the Scriptures, revealing how the prophecies and teachings have culminated in His death and resurrection. Their hearts burn within them as He illuminates the meaning of these events, transforming their sorrow into hope. This passage highlights the importance of Scripture in recognizing God’s acts throughout history, especially through the lens of the resurrection.
When they reach Emmaus, the disciples urge Jesus to stay with them. In the act of breaking bread, their eyes are opened, and they recognize Him. This moment of recognition signifies the transformative power of communion and fellowship with Christ. After He vanishes from their sight, the disciples remark how their hearts burned with understanding during their conversation with Him.
This passage culminates in a powerful reminder that the risen Lord is actively present among us, often in unexpected ways. As Easter approaches, we are called to reflect on our journey, seeking a deeper understanding of Jesus and sharing the good news of His resurrection. “He is risen indeed!” becomes both a proclamation and a challenge to live in the light of that truth. Amen.
Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.
At the Savior’s command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever.
I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.
I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins
†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®
Ephesians 6:17-20
04-05-2026 Luke 24 v1335
**How Slow of Heart To Believe**
On the road to Emmaus, two walked in despair,
With heavy hearts and burdens, too great to bear.
The echoes of sorrow clung close to their souls,
As they spoke of their hopes and the unfulfilled goals.
The sun dipped low, casting shadows of doubt,
When a stranger drew near, and they pondered about.
“Why do you sigh?” He inquired with care,
And with wonder they shared what made their hearts bare.
Of a Prophet so mighty, of miracles done,
Who spoke of salvation yet was lost like the sun.
Their hearts burned within them as He opened the Word,
Revealing the stories of the Savior they’d heard.
With verses unwrapped, like a gift pure and bright,
He traced every promise, igniting their light.
Though sorrow had blinded their eyes to the truth,
In His presence, they felt a rekindling of youth.
At last, they arrived at the village so dear,
They urged Him to stay, their hearts drawing near.
In the breaking of bread, their eyes were made clear,
The stranger was Jesus; the Savior was here!
Joy poured from their hearts, where doubt had once reigned,
In the light of the risen, all darkness was drained.
With feet now unbound, they rushed through the night,
To proclaim the great news: He is risen in light!
So, let us remember as we walk through our days,
The presence of Jesus in all of our ways.
For in every heartache, and in every fall,
He walks beside us, He’s our Savior, our all.
Jesus Christ is Risen!
He IS Risen Indeed. Amen.
© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins
April 5, 2026 @ 04:44 AM EST
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