S – Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. ⁴⁶ He also said to them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead the third day, ⁴⁷ and repentance for forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed in his name to all the nations, beginning at Jerusalem.

Luke 24:45–47 CSB

O – Commentary:

In other words He showed them from different parts of the Old Testament (e.g., Deut. 18:15; Pss. 2:7; 16:10; 22:14–18; Isa. 53; 61:1) that He is the Messiah and that He must suffer and rise from the dead (Luke 24:46; cf. v. 26). Because of His death and resurrection, the message of repentance and forgiveness of sins could be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem for they were witnesses of His death and His rising from the dead.

“Luke,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – Like the disciples, we need “open our minds” to the scriptures.  God’s word and the Holy Spirit empowering us are two resources we have daily to walk with him.  We are God’s mouthpiece to share forgiveness for everyone.

R – Heavenly Father, you are holy.  Thank you for the sacrifice of Jesus so we can walk in forgiveness of your sins.  Empower us through the Holy Spirit to share the good news to everyone that they can have a relationship with you.  We are grateful for your love for us.