2025-12-28 Leading To Jesus
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class focused on Luke 24:25-27, where Jesus encounters two disciples on the road to Emmaus after His resurrection. The teacher emphasized how the disciples, expecting a conquering Messiah, struggled to comprehend Jesus' crucifixion, prompting Jesus to rebuke their lack of understanding and explain the necessity of His suffering as part of God's redemptive plan. The lesson highlighted the contrast between human expectations and divine purpose, drawing parallels to Isaiah's suffering servant passages. Key points included the disciples' selective belief, the necessity of the cross, and Jesus' role in fulfilling Old Testament prophecies. The teacher encouraged listeners to reevaluate their mental images of Messiahhood and recognize that God's plan often exceeds human comprehension. The discussion also touched on how Jesus patiently explained Scripture, reframing the disciples' confusion into a deeper understanding of God's purposes.
Key Scriptures
O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?