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A Walk With Jesus Down Hope Road: Traveling From Brokenness to Hope on the Road to Emmaus
"We had hoped…"
Those might be the three most relatable words in the whole Bible.
Who hasn't hoped for something? And—maybe more importantly—who hasn't been disappointed by a hope gone unfulfilled?
I had hoped he would quit drinking… she would come back… the cancer would be gone for good…
The list goes on.
On the very first Easter Sunday, two of Jesus' friends faced their own "I had hoped" moment. This poignant story, known as the Road to Emmaus, is one of the most beautiful narratives in the Bible.
Two people walk along a road, heartbroken that Jesus has died. Jesus joins them on their walk, but they don't recognize him. Slowly, though, hope returns to their weary hearts.
In this short book, we'll join these two friends on the road to Emmaus as Jesus walks them through five different mile
Broken RoadDisappointment RoadSuffering RoadRedemption RoadHope Road
Throughout the journey, we'll reflect on our own disappointments and trials, never losing sight that Hope Road is just around the bend.
So, go grab a comfortable pair of shoes…
It's time to take a walk with Jesus down Hope Road.
Author's A Walk With Jesus Down Hope Road is a short read, clocking in at about 14,000 words.
About the
Michael Murray is just a messy, broken guy trying to follow Jesus one step at a time. He was born with cerebral palsy, a disability that affects motor skills. Living life with CP has given Michael a unique perspective on God's grace and mercy. He writes books to share the good news that every single person matters to Jesus.
Michael and his wife Diana live in Orlando, FL, with their son Emmett and dog Ruby. He is a big fan of sweet tea, musicals, and writing about himself in the third person.
Those might be the three most relatable words in the whole Bible.
Who hasn't hoped for something? And—maybe more importantly—who hasn't been disappointed by a hope gone unfulfilled?
I had hoped he would quit drinking… she would come back… the cancer would be gone for good…
The list goes on.
On the very first Easter Sunday, two of Jesus' friends faced their own "I had hoped" moment. This poignant story, known as the Road to Emmaus, is one of the most beautiful narratives in the Bible.
Two people walk along a road, heartbroken that Jesus has died. Jesus joins them on their walk, but they don't recognize him. Slowly, though, hope returns to their weary hearts.
In this short book, we'll join these two friends on the road to Emmaus as Jesus walks them through five different mile
Broken RoadDisappointment RoadSuffering RoadRedemption RoadHope Road
Throughout the journey, we'll reflect on our own disappointments and trials, never losing sight that Hope Road is just around the bend.
So, go grab a comfortable pair of shoes…
It's time to take a walk with Jesus down Hope Road.
Author's A Walk With Jesus Down Hope Road is a short read, clocking in at about 14,000 words.
About the
Michael Murray is just a messy, broken guy trying to follow Jesus one step at a time. He was born with cerebral palsy, a disability that affects motor skills. Living life with CP has given Michael a unique perspective on God's grace and mercy. He writes books to share the good news that every single person matters to Jesus.
Michael and his wife Diana live in Orlando, FL, with their son Emmett and dog Ruby. He is a big fan of sweet tea, musicals, and writing about himself in the third person.
84 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 10, 2023
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January 10, 2024
So touching
What an amazing book! I purchased it this evening, and I was not disappointed. Michael did a wonderful job. May you be revived on your “Hope Road” journey!
What an amazing book! I purchased it this evening, and I was not disappointed. Michael did a wonderful job. May you be revived on your “Hope Road” journey!
February 1, 2025
Made me laugh and cry within the same few pages
I love how this book it written. Michael does such a great job at bringing this story to life, placing you smack dab in the middle of the story and imagine you were there witnessing this whole exchange take place. How he writes reminds me of how my grandfather taught the word. Whether you are searching for hope feeling like you are going through hell, this book will help you take your broken hallelujah and turn it into an it is well hallelujah. I will say that I was hesitant on purchasing this book because I have been let down by devotional books before... but my soul burned within me as I read this. So much so that I didn't want to put it down and read the whole thing in about 2hrs (the same time it took the disciples to walk from Jerusalem to Emmaus). So if you just want a good read or if you are reaching for the light, I encourage you to take a chance on this book. It is money well spent. Upon finishing this book I immediately went to buy his other 3 books.
I love how this book it written. Michael does such a great job at bringing this story to life, placing you smack dab in the middle of the story and imagine you were there witnessing this whole exchange take place. How he writes reminds me of how my grandfather taught the word. Whether you are searching for hope feeling like you are going through hell, this book will help you take your broken hallelujah and turn it into an it is well hallelujah. I will say that I was hesitant on purchasing this book because I have been let down by devotional books before... but my soul burned within me as I read this. So much so that I didn't want to put it down and read the whole thing in about 2hrs (the same time it took the disciples to walk from Jerusalem to Emmaus). So if you just want a good read or if you are reaching for the light, I encourage you to take a chance on this book. It is money well spent. Upon finishing this book I immediately went to buy his other 3 books.
December 28, 2024
Divine encouragement when I needed it
A short and easy read but one that profoundly helped me at the exact time I needed it. It brought up a lot of topics God had been showing me already and helped synthesize them. It breaks down a well-known story in a way I had never thought of before, and helped revolutionize the way I think about suffering and hope. I think all believers can understand this road and I would recommend it as encouragement to believers both new and old. I also appreciated the author’s voice and found it an enjoyable and lighthearted read despite the depth of the message. Would recommend!
A short and easy read but one that profoundly helped me at the exact time I needed it. It brought up a lot of topics God had been showing me already and helped synthesize them. It breaks down a well-known story in a way I had never thought of before, and helped revolutionize the way I think about suffering and hope. I think all believers can understand this road and I would recommend it as encouragement to believers both new and old. I also appreciated the author’s voice and found it an enjoyable and lighthearted read despite the depth of the message. Would recommend!
April 23, 2025
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE IT
This book came right on time. I read it right after Easter this year(2025) and our Sunday School book was on the story of the two gentlemen walking on the road to Emmas.
I love how Mr. Murray, broke down the story to sections or steps if you will of how the men were moving through their grief and then finally realization that God is not Dead but yet alive.
Love how he stresses that life is not always going to be perfect but just know that Jesus is always walking with you through it.
This book came right on time. I read it right after Easter this year(2025) and our Sunday School book was on the story of the two gentlemen walking on the road to Emmas.
I love how Mr. Murray, broke down the story to sections or steps if you will of how the men were moving through their grief and then finally realization that God is not Dead but yet alive.
Love how he stresses that life is not always going to be perfect but just know that Jesus is always walking with you through it.
January 15, 2025
Michael has become one of my favorite authors of the last few years if not the favorite. He’s funny, thoughtful and a man of deep faith which makes for a wonderful combination of what seems like purposeful writing done with deep love for all of us. The way in which he describes and articulates the pivotal check points in the road to redemption make it one of the books where you can read the same chapter over and over again because it resonates so fully with a season you may be in.
October 31, 2023
Amazing insight into The Walk To Emmaus!
Simple and yet profound dynamics of our journey in this broken world. Michael writes from having lived in each situation of his walk with Jesus to Emmaus.
Simple and yet profound dynamics of our journey in this broken world. Michael writes from having lived in each situation of his walk with Jesus to Emmaus.
March 29, 2024
A book all believers should read.
Someone once said love faith and hope arer the 3 most important attributes of a christain.
Love is the most powerful, faith is the most important and hope is the most rare.
Read this book and be strengthened by it.
Someone once said love faith and hope arer the 3 most important attributes of a christain.
Love is the most powerful, faith is the most important and hope is the most rare.
Read this book and be strengthened by it.
December 27, 2023
Every book I have read by this author feels so relatable. I enjoy how well written and thought provoking they are.
May 10, 2024
A good read with great insight and
Made you really think as well as
Contemplate life and your journey. I Recommend this book.
Made you really think as well as
Contemplate life and your journey. I Recommend this book.
May 28, 2024
Short read but powerful. I really enjoyed this book and the message of hope for life's journey. I highly recommend this book.
June 14, 2024
Awesome Devotional!
A quick read, I read the book in one go but went back over different aspects for them to really sink in. I loved it!
A quick read, I read the book in one go but went back over different aspects for them to really sink in. I loved it!
November 24, 2024
A Wonderful Book
Through a walk with Jesus I learned how to go from broken to having hope. That is a wonderful thing.
Through a walk with Jesus I learned how to go from broken to having hope. That is a wonderful thing.
January 1, 2025
Hope!
Hope does exist and it is worthy to strive to obtain knowing Jesus is in all phases of life, eg suffering, disappointment, redemption, etc. with us.
Hope does exist and it is worthy to strive to obtain knowing Jesus is in all phases of life, eg suffering, disappointment, redemption, etc. with us.
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