The Ancient Pathways
by Pastor Roy Esposito
Psalm 12:1
Word of Wisdom – insight into the mind, purpose, and ways of God applied to specific situations
Word of Knowledge — reveals previously hidden info regarding people, events or circumstances: usually to help with an immediate need.
Jeremiah 6:16 (Combo — (Message and NKJV)
Jeremiah 6:13-14 (NLT)
2 Kings 2:3,5
1 Kings 19:21
The “Ancient Paths” — seeking, learning about and choosing God’s way (as Jesus did).
Jesus’ Testimony — how He lived His life and what taught to others.
Revelation 19:21 — “The Spirit of Prophecy is the testimony of Jesus”
“The Prophetic Church “testifies” in function that which Jesus taught.” — PR
Lords Prayer (in part) — PR translation
“Dearest Father, always near us- even in the air we breathe —
You who fill all realms
May You be honored in me
May Your Name be loved, exalted and treasured in all the universe and
May Your divine will and rule be executed on the Earth just as it is in heaven ….”
Luke 21: 25-26,36
Discernment — the ability to perceive something obscure or concealed.
Ephesians 1:17-18 (NKJV)
Matthew 15:14
Matthew 13:16
Genesis 3:1
1 Chronicles 12:32 — The Sons of Issachar
Ephesians 6:12 (NKJV) a spiritual battle
Philippians 1:9-10 (Passion)
Insight –(Grk — Aisthesis) a practical understanding linked to life.
“Walking out the truth that insight reveals; to experience the reality of something and apply it to life.”
Choose – (Grk — Dokimazo) — to examine, discern, then approve after testing
“When love, revelation, and insight overflow our discernment, we will always be looking for that which is excellent and pleasing in God’s eyes. We will choose what’s best, not by law or rules, but by loving discernment.”
— Brian Simmons
Prayer Challenge for this week: Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to you the state of your love.
Jeremiah 6:16 (Message Bible) –
” Go stand at the crossroads and look around.
Ask for directions to the old road, the tried and true road — then TAKE IT!
Discover the right route for your soul.”