the road to Emmaus page 2

the road to Emmaus page 2 by ric Gustafson


Cleopas and his friend were walking on a dusty road. They knew that they were near the village of Emmaus. The village was about seven miles from Jerusalem. Both men were tired and sad. They had just witnessed the brutal death of their teacher and savior. They were discussing this event as they walked. As they came up to a crossroads, Cleopas looked to his left. He noticed a young man approaching. He had a dark beard and was smiling at them.
" Would you mind if I walk with you toward the village?".
" No".
The three of them started to walk.
As they walked, Jesus listened to their conversation.
Cleopas wondered if he had seen the stranger before. He could not place his face.
" What are these words that you are exchanging with one another as you are walking?".
Cleopas and his friend stopped and gave him a confused look. " Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem and unaware of the things which have happened here in these days?".
Jesus looked at their bewildered faces. " What things?".


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