Inner Counsel, Outer Battle
1 Kings 22:5-8 - A Neville Goddard interpretation
Read 1 Kings 22 in context
Scripture Focus
Biblical Context
Jehoshaphat seeks a word from the LORD; a chorus of four hundred prophets urges action, while a lone inner voice (Micaiah) questions the outward script, highlighting the clash between outer assurances and inner truth.
Neville's Inner Vision
In your inner theatre, the king and four hundred prophets are the chorus of habitual thoughts pressing you toward action based on outer signs. The call to inquire at the word of the LORD is your present moment request to the I AM, the inner knowing that is always available. The collective forecast Go up mirrors ego’s craving for certainty; the true discernment—Micaiah—speaks a counter-truth that may unsettle the ego but aligns with an awakened state. Do not permit external voices to dictate your decisions; inquire within and trust the quiet word of the I AM. Remember: the outer event follows the state you hold; the battle you fear is a disturbance in consciousness, not a fixed fate. By assuming the state of already having the guidance and revising away dependency on crowds, you align your mind with the reality you desire, and the scene rearranges to reflect that inner alignment.
Practice This Now
Close your eyes, declare I am the I AM, and feel as if you already know the right next move; revise any belief that the crowd's voice can control you.
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