What if Jesus has been walking with you this whole time… and you just didn’t see it?
In this message, we step into the quiet but powerful moment on the road to Emmaus – a moment where two discouraged followers of Jesus discover that their disappointment wasn’t the end of the story. They had lost hope. They thought it was over. But as they walked away, Jesus met them right where they were – in their confusion, their sorrow, and their silence. He didn’t confront them. He didn’t shame them. He simply walked with them until they were ready to see Him.
This message is part of our Eyewitness series, where we’re seeing the risen Jesus through the eyes of those who encountered Him face to face. If you’ve ever felt like faith has cooled, or you’ve been quietly drifting, this message is a reminder that Jesus still walks roads like yours. He still reveals Himself through relationship. And He still invites us to return.
If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above anytime after. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you.
Discussion Questions
- What does it look like in real life when someone is “drifting” spiritually? How do you recognize it in yourself or others?
- Have you ever experienced disappointment with God that made you quietly pull back from Him? What helped you name that disappointment?
- Why do you think Jesus chose to walk with the two disciples before revealing who He was?
- What does Luke 24:21 (“We had hoped…”) reveal about how unmet expectations affect our faith?
- In what ways do people today build their faith on assumptions God never promised? How can we guard against that?
- How does it change your view of God to realize He walks with people even when they’re heading in the wrong direction?
- What’s the difference between hearing truth and having eyes opened to it? How do you personally experience revelation?
- Why do you think Jesus waited to reveal Himself at the table instead of during the teaching?
- What does it mean to “invite Jesus to stay” in your life right now? What might that look like practically?
- When Jesus opens your eyes to something, what helps you take the next step instead of staying stuck in reflection?
