10/23/2025 – The Way (Hebrew: Ha Derech)/ “Jesus told him (Thomas), ‘I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes through the Father except through Me.” John 14:6 // The Way in Acts – definition and context – see comment insert.

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The Way and Not a Place

Thursday, October 23, 2025

One of the earliest names for our faith in Messiah, as recorded in the Book of Acts, is “The Way.” This name carries profound ramifications. The lives of most people, and even most believers, tend to be determined by their circumstances. But think about what the word “Way,” means. A way is not a place or a circumstance, but a path that cuts through places and circumstances. Therefore, your faith is not about your situations. Your faith is about ‘The Way.” When you’re a person identified by “The Way,” you’re no longer a person identified by your circumstances – nor are you bound by your problems. If you’re a person of “The Way,” it is no longer about what’s around you – it’s about where you’re going. Psalm 23 speaks of mountains and the valleys as the scenery of life but not the point. It’s not about them. It’s about you walking, progressing, and pressing through to the way of life. So don’t look to the right or left – but press on. For your faith is not called “The Situation” – it’s called “The Way.”

From Message #1409 – Ha Derech: The Way 
Scripture: Proverbs 10:17

TODAY’S MISSION – Today, live in the power of The Way. Press through every situation and circumstance on your way with Messiah. 

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The Way in Acts

Definition and Context

In the Book of Acts, “The Way” (Hebrew: HaDerech) refers to an early Jewish sect that followed the teachings of Jesus (Yeshua). This term is used to describe the community of believers who adhered to the teachings of the apostles and lived according to the principles of the Torah.

Key References

The term “The Way” appears in several passages in Acts, highlighting the beliefs and practices of this group:

• Acts 9:1-31: Saul (later Paul) is described as persecuting those who belong to The Way.
• Acts 19:8-10: Paul preaches in the synagogue and later in the hall of Tyrannus, spreading the message of The Way.
• Acts 24:14: Paul states, “But this I confess to you, that according to The Way which they call a sect, I do serve the God of our fathers.”

Characteristics of The Way

• Community Living: Members of The Way often lived communally, sharing possessions and supporting one another.
• Adherence to Jewish Law: They maintained a strong connection to Jewish traditions and the Torah, believing in the resurrection and the fulfillment of prophecies.
• Missionary Activity: The followers of The Way were active in spreading their beliefs, often facing persecution for their faith.

The term “HaDerech” signifies not just a physical path but also a spiritual journey, emphasizing the commitment of its followers to live according to their faith. WordPress netzarimemunah.org