Author: Amy
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SOAP: Hungry for LIFE
Scripture: Then Jesus declared, I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.” –John 6:35 Observation: He is the giver of life and He will provide all we need. Application: When you seek true, really fulfilling life, seeking Him will make…
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SOAP: Stay hopeful
Scripture: Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. -Romans 12:12 Observation: Stay hopeful. Hang in there. Keep reaching out to him. Application: Sometimes it is hard to stay the course. Aside from being a parent, which carries its own challenges (And is a lot harder to write about in detail, here, to…
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SOAP: Refresh and be refreshed
Scripture: A generous person will prospers; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” –Proverbs 11:25 Observation: Encourage and help others and you will benefit, too. Application: Sometimes, when I pay someone a compliment, I don’t know who feels better about it. That’ not why I do it, but I love watching them shine from the inside out.…
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SOAP: Need strength?
Scripture: Look to the Lord and his strength; Seek his face always –Psalm 105:4 Observation: There is a lot of power in God. Reach out for it. Application: This morning I am feeling weary. I am eager and see great things, but I am also weary and see all sorts of work ahead of me,…
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SOAP: Praying by myself
Scripture: After he had dismissed them, he went upon a mountainside by himself to pray… –Matthew 14:23 Observation: Jesus addressed those with care who came to him, and then he set aside time for his own spiritual health and personal relationship with his Father. Application: Wow. I’m pretty sure this one grabbed me right where I…
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SOAP: He prepares us for the bumps and bruises
Scripture: I have told you these things so that, in me, you may have peace. In this world you WILL have trouble, But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Observation: He wants us to know what we need to stay strong in our faith, even in the hard times. He knows they are there.…
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SOAP: What are you saying?
Scripture: Gossip is spread by wicked people; They stir up trouble and destroy friendships.” –Proverbs 16:28 Observation: Talking about others can cause a lot of problems.
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SOAP: Hold on through the heartache. Relief is coming.
Scripture: “Weeping may last for the night, but joy comes in the morning.” –Psalm 30:5 Observation: Hurt is real and it is strong. But, with Him, eventually it does end.
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SOAP: Be the love!
Scripture: “Be completely humble, gentle and patient, bearing one another in love.” –Ephesians 3:33 Observation: Be kind and loving. Application: Just do it! Well, maybe I could say a touch more…
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SOAP: How to get things done
Scripture: I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 Observation: He will give you the strength you need to get done what you need to do. Application: Go to Him. Ask for guidance. Follow it. ROCK your (sometimes revised) goals. This, of course, is my interpretation and my experience. I…
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SOAP: Prioritize your worry, if you must
Scripture: “Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? –Matthew 6:25 Observation: There are bigger things to concern yourself with then what to eat, drink or wear. Are those really all…
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SOAP: He will go with you
Scripture: “Even though I walk in the darkest valley, I will not be afraid because you are with me.” Observation: Knowing He is with you can calm your spirit.
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SOAP: The Ultimate Fear Buster (even for stage-fright)
Scripture: “God is with me. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? –Psalm 118:16 Observation: He’s got me. What is the worst that can really happen? Won’t He have victory over anything man can do? Application: Fear has a nasty grip sometimes. But His grip is tighter and stronger. Remembering that…
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SOAP: Yet I will rejoice
Good morning, friends! This morning I am off to New York City to attend the National Retail Federation’s Big Show and meet with some innovative grocers, wine retailers and potential partners. Then, once that is over, I’ll be off to the Finger Lakes of New York where my startup is hosting a wine evaluation to…
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SOAP: Spread kind words
I’m super excited about the possibilities we can join together for from today’s SOAP… Scripture: Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up. –Proverbs 12:25 Observation: Worry wears you (and others) down, but nice words encourage and bring happiness. Application: There is a lot of worry and anxiety out there. I may…
