<aside> <img src="https://prod-files-secure.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/49de0235-e8bc-4eca-bf20-2a9d6d267a02/7cf33a29-1037-4fea-b92c-9aa582c052c8/IMAGE_2024-02-23_213613.jpg" alt="https://prod-files-secure.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/49de0235-e8bc-4eca-bf20-2a9d6d267a02/7cf33a29-1037-4fea-b92c-9aa582c052c8/IMAGE_2024-02-23_213613.jpg" width="40px" /> 4 a You shall bring in the table (***”*each has a tongue” 1 Cor 14:26, for open conversation at the table of plenty) and arrange the things that are to be set in order on it;
In the Tabernacle of Moses, the Table of Shewbread, as described in Exodus 40, is a place where the physical and spiritual realms meet. Each loaf of fresh bread, a staple of sustenance, is a symbol of God's provision and the word of life that sustains us spiritually. The table, therefore, is not just a place of physical nourishment, but a site of deep spiritual encounter and communion with God.
The "open womb" element of the "tongue" in 1 Cor 14:26 introduces a dynamic of openness and inclusivity. In the context of the Tabernacle, the "tongue" can be seen as the prophetic voice that speaks life and brings forth new opportunities. It's a call to value and engage with the diverse ways in which the Spirit of God moves and communicates, much like the varied tastes and textures of the bread that would have been on the table.
At the intersection of the seen and unseen realms, the Table of Shewbread is a place of revelation and mystery, of encountering the divine, and of the community being built up in love and mutual edification. It's a reminder of the importance of creating space for open, inclusive, and life-giving conversation in our walk with God and with each other.
</aside>
(5.) TABLE - prophetic significance - enable - bridge-builder, encourager; the singular conversation surrounding fresh bread and the intimate fellowship when God and man at table are sat down is a type of the creative and constructive communion where there is a renewal and transformation that takes place in bringing us up to a higher dimension above and beyond the old conversations of “righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit”. The change in law requires a change in the operating OS, an upgrade from law to gospel, from old man to the adoption as sons. The fullness of the table will only been seen in the fellowship of the Spirit and the moment by moment guidance we receive beyond the letter of the law, to the spirit of life in Christ Jesus.
Redeeming the parakalyctic genius (PAR, enable) - The ability to coach others to perform with excellence. The masterful conversationalist by persuasion, inclusivity and dialogue showing that no one is redundant, that the power of we always trumps over me, and that nothing is impossible as we walk in miracle oneness.
“The drive and urge to be available, befriend, comfort and be there for others. Individuals are likely to be sensitive, caring and ensure they stand by others by being supportive, encouraging and motivating them to grow, develop and become stronger.” (Samuel/Moen)
The parakalectic genius, manifested in the spontaneity of the "tongue," thrives at the intersection of the seen and unseen realms, as described in Hebrews 11:3: "By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible." This divine convergence creates a transformative space where, as 2 Corinthians 4:18 reminds us, "we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."
This special gifting operates as Paul describes in 1 Corinthians 2:13: "This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit, explaining spiritual realities with Spirit-taught words." The "tongue" serves as a bridge between heaven and earth, fulfilling Jesus's prayer in Matthew 6:10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."
The spontaneity and freedom of expression characteristic of the parakalectic genius align with Proverbs 16:1: "To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue." This divine enabling reflects what Jesus promised in Luke 12:12: "for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say."
As described in John 16:13, "But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth." This guidance manifests in the speaker's ability to provide heaven's perspective, much like Stephen, who was "full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God" (Acts 7:55). The trust placed in such speakers echoes Solomon's wisdom in Proverbs 25:11: "Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a ruling rightly given."
This transformative capacity fulfills Isaiah 50:4: "The Sovereign LORD has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary." Through this gift, others are invited into deeper understanding, as Paul prayed in Ephesians 1:17-18: "that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better."
The Pentecostal-Charismatic experience, often associated with the Azusa Street Revival of the early 20th century, has had a profound impact on global missionary expansion. As Jesus commanded in Mark 16:15, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." The revival, characterised by an emphasis on the "tongues" or glossolalia, served as a crucial impetus for the spread of the gospel, fulfilling Acts 1:8: "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
The experience of "tongues" was seen as a sign of the Holy Spirit's baptism, as prophesied in Joel 2:28: "And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions." This phenomenon was now being manifested in the modern age, echoing the events of Pentecost described in Acts 2:4: "All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them."
This experience, accompanied by spiritual gifts as outlined in 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, including prophecy and healing, invigorated believers' faith and fueled evangelistic urgency. The Azusa Street Revival became a catalyst for the global Pentecostal-Charismatic movement, sending missionaries worldwide, particularly to unreached regions, fulfilling Matthew 24:14: "And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations."
The Great Welsh Revival exemplified Isaiah 44:3: "For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants." It was characterized by the Holy Spirit's presence, passionate worship, and commitment to holiness and justice, as written in Micah 6:8: "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."