The Stranger on the Road to Emmaus

Luke 14:13-35

Introduction

Acts 1:3

1 Corinthians 15:5-8

Luke 24:13-35

The Struggles of a Struggling Disciple of Jesus

1. Lack of Understanding

2. Lack of Hope

Luke 24:18-20

Luke 24:21-24

Answers to a Struggling Disciple of Jesus

1. To help us understand, He gave us the Word of God.

Luke 24:25-27

Luke 24:32

2. To Help us Have Hope, He gave us Fellowship.

Luke 24:28-30

John 14:16-18

Ephesians 1:13

Acts 2:42-47

Acts 18:10

3. To Help us Grow, He gave us a Mission.

Luke 24:33-35

Philemon 6

2 Corinthians 5:17-20

CONNECTION GROUP RESOURCES

Connection Builder

When was a time you felt lost or unsure — maybe while traveling, or spiritually — but then found your way again?

What helped you get back on track?

Sermon Questions

Read Luke 24:13-35.

1. What emotions were the disciples feeling? (v. 17, 21)

2. When you face disappointment or unanswered questions, how do you usually respond?

3. Why do you think Jesus explained Scripture instead of revealing Himself immediately? (v. 27)

4. What role does Scripture play in helping you trust God when life doesn’t make sense?

5. Their eyes were opened when Jesus broke the bread (v. 30–31).

6. Where do you need to ask Jesus to "open your eyes" right now?

7. The disciples said their hearts "burned" when Jesus spoke (v. 32). When was the last time you felt your heart stirred by God's Word?

8. What is one step you can take this week to stay close to Jesus and recognize His presence in your everyday life?