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Jesus’ resurrection appearances could have started with fanfare. Instead, he plays the role of a curious traveler on the Emmaus Road. Rather than rushing to reveal himself, he walks alongside two grieving disciples, feigning ignorance until the perfect moment. Why? Because the Jesus of the Gospels is wildly playful, cunningly kind, and always in control of his timing. In this session, John Eldredge invites us to revisit the familiar stories of Scripture with fresh eyes—and to recover the joy and humor of Jesus that religion has often obscured.
We encounter the Jesus who jokes with Nathanael, the Jesus who delights in a well-timed surprise, and the Jesus whose comic timing is as perfect as his compassion. This is not a sanitized Savior but a fully alive God who moves toward us with a twinkle in his eye. If you’ve longed for more personality in your faith, more intimacy with the living Christ, this session will help uncloud your view.
This video session is part of the Beautiful Outlaw Video Series, based on the book Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldredge.
To go deeper, check out the Beautiful Outlaw Study Guide PDF and Leaders Guide PDF. You can also explore related devotionals like See the Artist by His Artistry or His Sense of Humor.