The Bible Study Hour on Oneplace.com Walk the Emmaus Road
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Mar 22, 2026 A journey from doubt to joy as two disciples walk away from faith and encounter a life-changing revelation. Stories of Malcolm Muggeridge’s conversion and the identities of Cleopas and Mary are explored. The narrative traces sorrow at the cross, reluctance to believe, a stranger opening Scripture, and hearts set ablaze leading to immediate testimony.
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Malcolm Muggeridge's Emmaus Conversion
- Malcolm Muggeridge experienced conversion while walking the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus during filming for British television.
- James Boice uses this example to show how the Emmaus setting has led people to personal encounters with Christ and transformed lives through Scripture.
Cleopas and Mary Identified as First Witnesses
- One Emmaus disciple is named Cleopas and likely traveled with his wife Mary, who was present at the crucifixion according to John 19:25.
- Boice argues this implies Jesus first appeared to Mary Magdalene, then to Cleopas and Mary before the other disciples.
Discouragement Explains Initial Unbelief
- Cleopas and Mary heard the women's report and Peter and John's tomb visit yet still prepared to leave Jerusalem, showing deep discouragement and disbelief.
- Boice emphasizes their unwillingness to investigate reflects genuine sorrow, not fabrication or hallucination.
