"Then He said to them, 'These are the words which I spoke to you while I was still with you, that all things must be fulfilled which were written in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms concerning me.' And He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures."
Luke 24:44-45
This is a repeat performance. He had told them for the three years they were together that He must fulfill the Scriptures. And just a few hours earlier He had taught the two disciples from the Scriptures concerning Himself (vs. 27). Now He is teaching them again from the Scriptures. A person can listen to a preacher expound the Word of God for years and still not understand the Gospel. One can study and memorize the Scripture for decades and still not comprehend (as many do with the Baptism in the Holy Spirit). There are two ingredients – the Holy Spirit leading into truth (John 16:13) and a willing heart to receive. But if we have an open heart to hear, God will open our understanding. After 60 years, I am still learning God's truth daily.
Today's Thought: God will teach an open heart, even if it takes years.
Have a open-hearted day to hear God's Word. Love you.
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