S – SCRIPTURE – Write out God’s Word.
This is what the Lord says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it; and you will find rest for your souls.”
O – OBSERVATION – What do you see in these verses. Who is the audience? What words, phrases stand out to you? Are there any words that are repeated?
· Written by Jeremiah to urge God’s people to turn from their sins and back to God.
· Stand at the crossroads and look
· Ask for the ancient paths
· Ask where the good way is
· Walk in it
· Will find rest for your souls – Matthew 11:29 “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
A – APPLICATION – This is when we see how God is personally speaking to us. Is God specifically saying something to me in this passage? How can I apply this passage directly to my life? Do I need to make any changes in my life? Is there anything I need to do after reading this passage?
· Stand at the crossroads and look – As I seek direction and clarity on a decision look to God.
· Ask for the ancient path – the path God has already marked out. Is God opening doors in a particular area? What has He already told me to do? Does it line up with his pattern and His Word?
· Ask where the good way is – pray and ask God to clearly open my eyes and heart to see what direction He wants me to go.
· Walk in it – when He gives me direction take it; don’t question, don’t hesitate…GO!
· Will find rest for your souls – when I am following His Path for my life I can be confident and rest in the fact that I am doing what He has planned and he will teach me as I follow Him.
P- PRAYER – Pray God’s Word. Take it deep into your heart and ask Him to help you live out His Truth. Use this time to confess sin He has revealed to you.
Lord when we are faced with a decision help us to stop and look for your path. Help us see it clearly through your Word and the opportunities you place before us. Lord give us the strength and boldness to follow you. As we follow you give us the rest and peace to know we are in your Will. In Your Name We Pray, Amen!
I would love for you to share with us how God spoke to you through this passage or through another passage you have studied this week.
In His Calm,
