The disciples were having a deep, sometimes argumentative discussion amongst themselves as they tried to make sense of the events after the crucifixion. It is precisely in this that Jesus  shows  a personal, active involvement in the lives of the discouraged. Jesus then connects the present information with past knowledge; they recognized Him as someone they knew before as He gave a deep thorough explanation of the Scriptures showing how the Christ must suffer, challenging every aspect of a political liberator. It is when He explained the Scriptures to them that they had a profound spiritual experience to the point where they moved from fear to faith.  The road to Emmaus represents the path of renewal and maturation for all Christians, often reflecting a journey from doubt and disappointment to joy. The road to Emmaus becomes the way of a purification and maturation of our belief in God. The encounter with the Risen Christ gives us a deeper faith, one that is authentic, tempered, so to speak, through the fire of Easter. May our hearts always burn with the fire of His love as He walks with us in the journey of life.