Author: Amy
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Discussion from yesterday’s SOAP post about the Law
My SOAP post yesterday brought a lot of questions to mind and I appreciate the responses I got. I did a little more digging around in Matthew and here is what I’ve come up with: Evidently the laws outlined in the Old Testament fall into three categories: ceremonial, civil and moral. The ceremonial laws were…
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SOAP: People pleasing or God pleasing?
Scripture: Galatians 1:10 Obviously, I’m not trying to be a people pleaser! No, I am trying to please God. If I were still trying to please people, I would not be Christ’s servant. Observation: Paul explains that what pleases God may not please people and that he is serving God, not men. Application: Ouch. I’m…
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Wow! The Children’s Museum of Houston is getting even better!
The Children’s Museum of Houston is about to premiere a brand new expansion that doubles the size of the museum and it is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! (Yes, I realize capitalizing on the web is the equivalent of shouting and should be reserved for the most appropriate moments. Well, this IS one!!!) And, by the way… Do I…
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SOAP: A question about the Law
Scripture: Deuteronomy 12:32 Carefully obey all the commands I give you. Do not add to them or subtract from them. Mark 16:16 Anyone who believes and is baptized will be saved. But anyone who refuses to believe will be condemned. Observation/Application: (I’m taking a little liberty on the format today.) I found it interesting that…
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SOAP: His will be done
Scripture: Mark 14: 36 “Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will, not mine.” Observation: Jesus knew what pain and suffering was coming and asked God to prevent it, if it was in His will. Application: It is very humbling…