Jesus Is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:28-35
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In this Easter Wednesday devotional from St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Pastor Gillespie reflects on Luke 24:28–35, focusing on the disciples' recognition of Jesus in the breaking of the bread on the road to Emmaus. He emphasizes that Jesus reveals Himself not through visible signs, but through the Word of Scripture and the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. The episode unpacks the theological significance of the Eucharist as a means of grace, where faith is awakened not by sight, but by the proclamation of repentance and forgiveness. Pastor Gillespie underscores the inseparable connection between preaching and sacrament, warning that receiving the Lord’s Supper without faith and repentance leads to judgment, while true reception requires the Word to open hearts. He also addresses the pastoral care of the homebound, encouraging believers to reach out to their pastors for communion when unable to attend services. The reflection concludes with a call to live in the hope of resurrection, grounded in Christ’s victory over death.
Jesus is revealed not by physical sight, but through the preaching of Scripture and the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.
The breaking of bread is a divine means of grace, where faith is kindled by the Word and the Holy Spirit.
Preaching and sacrament must go hand in hand—without the Word, the sacrament becomes a mere ritual.
Faith is not static; even believers need continual conversion and renewal through the Gospel.
The homebound should contact their pastor for communion, as the Church is called to care for all members in need.
Welcome and Introduction to the Day
Pastor Gillespie welcomes listeners to the Wednesday devotional, introduces the theme of Easter Wednesday, and provides information about the church's services, donation opportunities, and the daily devotional format.
Scripture Reading and Reflection on Luke 24:28–35
“Their eyes were opened, and they knew him, and he vanished from their sight.”
The Theology of the Lord’s Supper
“The goal of preaching is to bring you to the sacrament, again, in repentance and faith for the forgiveness of sins.”
Preaching, Sacrament, and the Christian Life
“The receiving of the sacrament apart from the teaching of the Word and repentance and faith is how you would receive it to your judgment.”
Pastoral Care and Closing Prayer
Pastor Gillespie addresses the needs of the homebound, encouraging them to contact their pastor for communion. He closes with a hymn, prayers, and a benediction, reinforcing the theme of Christ’s resurrection and eternal hope.
“The goal of preaching is to bring you to the sacrament, again, in repentance and faith for the forgiveness of sins.”
“The receiving of the sacrament apart from the teaching of the Word and repentance and faith is how you would receive it to your judgment.”
“Their eyes were opened, and they knew him, and he vanished from their sight.”
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Jesus Christ
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Pastor Gillespie
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Luke 24:28–35
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St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Holy Spirit
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Augsburg Confession
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Cleopas
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Psalm 2
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Thomas
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Dr. Nagel
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