Kindling on the Road to Emmaus

Sermon Summary:

Life is indeed a journey that seems long, but we are reminded in Scripture that it is short compared to eternity and that eternity in our hearts is exactly how we should live this life on earth. Without vision, we tend to die a little on the inside; we lose hope, become discouraged, and our hearts dull a bit. No matter the detours, delays, and the beautiful mountain top experiences your journey has taken you on, a heart that is on fire for Jesus is what the journey is really all about. On the Road to Emmaus, two men have this experience. With some disappointment over their expectations, they are saddened, but they encounter Jesus, who opens the scriptures, and they find later that their hearts had been burning. Does your heart burn, is it flickering, or is it just down to an ember? Let’s journey to find out how we can awaken our first love again, to have our hearts set ablaze with the love of God.

Scripture References from the Sermon

Luke 24:13-35   |   Luke 12:49   |   Colossians 1:27b

Discussion Questions

• Like the two men started on a journey, describe where you are in your journey right now in life. Don’t forget about the mountain tops (Luke 24:19) as well as the discouraging parts. (Luke 12:17)
• Discuss Jesus’ words in Luke 12:49.
• How has life’s journey dulled your hearts from burning with passion for Jesus?
• How can meditating on Scripture help your heart hope again? (Luke 24:21)
  One way to cultivate hope, is to personally encounter God through the Scriptures. (John 5:39)
• What do you need to go to God and urgently pray about?
• Consider taking some time in the group and individually ask God to open your eyes. (Luke 24:31)

Event Highlights:   Bless Moore Schools   |   Grace in the Park Backpack Giveaway

• Join Bless Moore Schools as they pray over every school at the same time in Moore County. August 10 at 4:30pm. Pray at the school in your area or where your children attend, just meet at the flagpole. blessmooreschools.com
• You filled the backpacks, now you have a chance to hand them out on August 16 at the Grace in the Park backpack drive in Robbins. This is a great serve opportunity for all ages! Visit the events page for more information.