Word of Life Church Podcast Long Road Away From What Was
May 18, 2025
Two disciples journeying to Emmaus grapple with their disillusionment after Jesus' death. Their encounter with a mysterious stranger reshapes their understanding of scripture, revealing profound insights about redemption. The conversation uncovers the Old Testament as a prophetic framework for recognizing Christ. Emphasis is placed on interpreting Scriptures through Christ's lens, highlighting the resurrection's transformative power. This leads to renewed faith and a passionate urge to share their joyous discovery with others.
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Misunderstanding Resurrection Hope
- Cleopas accurately recounts Jesus' life, crucifixion, and the empty tomb, but they struggle to believe He is alive.
- They cling to old expectations of a conquering Messiah, unable to grasp a crucified and risen Savior.
New World Beyond Old Categories
- Trying to fit Jesus into old political and military categories misses His true mission of suffering and redemption.
- The resurrection invites entering a new world beyond worldly power and violence.
Read Scripture Christ-Centered
- Read the Old Testament scriptures as pointing to Christ and the new world He inaugurates.
- Approach the Bible sacramentally, seeing Jesus as the fulfillment of all the stories and prophecies.