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- When he recounted the recent events of Jesus’ crucifixion, Cleopas showed he believed Jesus to be sent from God. He described Jesus as a prophet, “in the sight of God” (Luke 24:19, and he was not alone in this understanding. Nicodemus also expressed belief in Jesus, as One who was sent by God (John 3:2).
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May 1, 2010 · Their outward inability to recognize Jesus mirrored their inward unbelief of what the Scriptures revealed about him. Now, Jesus fully intended to help them see. But notice the priority of Jesus' revelation: before he opened their physical eyes, he purposed to open their heart-eyes. Why?
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The importance of Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances cannot be overstated. The Apostle Paul said, “and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain” (1 Corinthians 15:14). Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances provided the disciples with the testimony they needed to proclaim the Gospel to the world (1 John 1:1...
Luke’s account of Cleopas is one of enlightenment. This encounter with Jesus took place on Resurrection Sunday. Luke focused on Cleopas’ transformation of faith whileChrist revealed what the Scriptures taught about the Messiah. During His earthly ministry, Jesus’ teachings and miracles raised much speculation and controversy among the Jews, who hel...
Cleopas did not recognize Jesus because God prevented him from doing so (Luke 24:16). But what was the purpose? As mentioned, when we examine the account Cleopas provided regarding Jesus, we find he had a false understanding. If Cleopas had recognized Jesus immediately, he would have clung to the same misperceptions about Him. Our Lord waited to re...
Jesus is not defined by cultural expectations or desires. Jesus is not some idea or abstract theory which changes from time to time. He is God eternal, and He never changes (Hebrews 13:8). Scripture informs us it pleases God to use what the world considers foolish to shame the wise (1 Corinthians 1:25-29). The Jews were looking for a strong militar...
Jun 2, 2023 · Cleopas’ answer hints at the limits of their understanding, as in his explanation he refers to Jesus as a “prophet,” although one who was “powerful in word and deed before God and all the people” (verse 19) and who they had hoped “was going to redeem Israel” (verse 21).
Nov 8, 2021 · Jesus told Cleopas and his friend that they didn’t understand the ancient prophecies which stated that the Messiah had to suffer. He continued walking with them and explained all the relevant...
Cleopas was one of the two disciples whom Jesus joined on the road to Emmaus during the afternoon of the day of His Resurrection (Luke 24:13-32). The other disciple is not named. Tradition gives the name Simon to Cleopas’ companion and includes both among the seventy whom Jesus sent out on a misison (Luke 10:1-24).
Apr 28, 2017 · First of all, who is Cleopas? He’s not one of the 12. We know that because he’s not listed in Luke’s list of disciples--along with the fact that when he leaves Emmaus to return to Jerusalem, he finds the 11 there (no Judas, of course).
“About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. 20 The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; 21 but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel.
