Luke 24: 13 to 35. We can try to imagine how disconsolate and bewildered Cleopas and friend were feeling as they trudged wearily to Emmaus. Jesus gently draws alongside and helps them to understand the ‘things that have happened’ (v.18). As they walk and talk the fire of hope is rekindled within them. When Jesus […]

Luke 24:1 – 12. We open our hearts and minds once again to the life-transforming message that “He is not here; he has risen!” Wonderful news! Jesus is alive and death, the ‘last enemy’ (1 Cor. 15:26), has been conquered. This hope is born out of suffering, loss and despair – which is a message […]

Luke 19:28 – 20:8. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem marks the beginning of a tumultuous week! The Romans are nervous, Pharisees prickly and after Jesus upsets things in the temple enemies among the religious leaders determine to have Him killed. It’s all a question of authority – hence the discussion about John the Baptist. As the […]

Luke 15: 1-32. These wonderful parables belong together as stories of lost things being found – of coming home. What we sometimes miss is the theme of exuberant joy and celebration which also unites them. Shepherd, woman and father all say: ‘Rejoice with me’, urging others to share their excitement. When somebody is ‘found’ by […]

Luke 9:57 to Luke 10:24. It’s easy enough to think we’re not like the would-be disciples in Luke 9:57-62 but how different are we? In the verses which follow, Jesus sends out seventy-two followers, telling them to rely on whatever hospitality they’re offered and do whatever good they can. This passage challenges us to examine […]