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The Desire of Ages
DA 795.1–799.2 • Luke 24:27, 32

“The Walk to Emmaus”

How Christ Anchors Faith Firmly in the Prophetic Scriptures Before Appealing to the Senses

Two sorrowful disciples journeyed toward Emmaus, mourning their dashed messianic hopes. A Stranger joined them, expounding Moses and all the prophets regarding Christ’s suffering and glory. Their hearts burned within them, and in the breaking of bread their eyes were opened to behold their risen Lord.

pp. 795–799 · 8 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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Luke 24:27
27

And beginning at Moses and all the prophets, he expounded unto them in all the scriptures the things concerning himself.

Luke 24:32
32

And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?

The Desire of Ages

• Chapter 83
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End of Day 1(DA 795.1–799.2)

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“How does the revelation of Christ in Chapter 83 ("The Walk to Emmaus") illuminate God’s character of self-renouncing love and bolster your personal trust in Him?”

How Christ Anchors Faith Firmly in the Prophetic Scriptures Before Appealing to the Senses
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“Lord Jesus, thank You for Your supreme sacrifice, Your triumphant resurrection, and Your constant intercession on our behalf. Help us walk faithfully in Your footsteps today.”

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