The disciples should have recognized Jesus. They heard his voice often and frequently looked upon his familiar face. It's surprising they didn't realize it was him. Isn't it the same for you? You've not seen Jesus lately. You've gone to his table but haven't met him there.

You're facing dark trouble tonight. Even though he clearly says, "It's me, don't be afraid," you still don't recognize him. Our eyes are clouded. We've heard his voice and seen his face. We've leaned on him, yet, though he's close by, we find ourselves saying, "I wish I knew where to find him!" We have the Scriptures to show us his image, yet we can open that book and not catch a glimpse of our beloved Savior.

Dear child of God, is this where you are? Jesus dwells among the words of Scripture, and you walk there, yet you don't see him. He moves through Scripture like God walked with Adam, but you're in that garden and still miss him. Why can't we see him?

Like the disciples, it often comes down to unbelief. They didn't expect to see Jesus, so they didn't recognize him. In many spiritual matters, our expectations shape our experiences. Faith is what reveals Jesus to us.

Pray, "Lord, open my eyes to see my Savior with me." It's wonderful to desire to see him, but it's even better to truly gaze upon him. He is kind to those who seek, but to those who find, he is incomparable.