Category: SOAP Daily Devotionals
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B 90 Days SOAP: Rest on the Sabbath
Day 7 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Exodus 31:15 For six days, work is to be done, but the seventh day is a Sabbath of rest, holy to the Lord. Whoever does any work on the Sabbath day must be put to death. Observation: Set aside the seventh day for rest and do…
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B90 Days SOAP: So thankful for forgiveness
Day 6 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Exodus 16: 28 Then the Lord said to Moses, “How long will you refuse to keep my commands and my instructions? Observation: I think God was getting a little frustrated with those who simply would not trust, follow God and just do as He said. Application:…
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B 90 Days SOAP: He can use anybody with faith
Day 5 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Exodus 3:11-12 (partial) 11But Moses said to God, “Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” 12And God said, “I will be with you…” Observation: Moses wondered how he was to carry out the assignment given him by…
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B90 Days SOAP: Only God is to judge
Day 4 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Genesis 50:19-20 19But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? 20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Observation: Joseph, when expected to…
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B90 Days SOAP: Seeking Prosperity
Day 3 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Genesis 39: 2 The Lord was with Joseph and he prospered, and he lived in the house of his Egyptian master. Observation: Joseph, although a slave, still had the Lord with him and he fared well even in his position as a slave. Application: Before I…
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B90 SOAP: I’m to be a helper
Day 1 of the Bible in 90 Days Scripture: Genesis 2:18 The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” Observation: God saw that it would be better for the man to have help and not be alone. And this is why…
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SOAP: Gaining understanding in perfect time
Scripture: John 13:7 Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” Observation: Jesus is about to wash the feet of his disciples and they are confused as to why he would do that. He is explaining that there are many things that might not make sense at…
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SOAP: Nourished by doing the will of God
Scripture: John 4:34 “My food,” said Jesus, “is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work.” Observation: Jesus was nourished by doing the will of God. Application: I am also being nourished by listening and doing my best to follow and do the work I think God intends for…
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SOAP: Sharing my faith to grow in understanding
Scripture: Philemon 1:6 I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ. Observation: Share your faith and experiences and your understanding of Christ will grow. Application: I love this verse. Soon after I began blogging I read…
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SOAP: All scripture is God-breathed
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 16All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. Observation: Every word of Scripture is inspired by God and will give those who aspire to be followers of Christ just what…
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SOAP: Training to be a Wife and Mom
Scripture: Titus 2: 4-5 4Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, 5to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one can malign the word of God. Observation: Younger women should be trained (by older…
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SOAP: Training for the present life and the life to come
Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. Observation: Train your heart and mind in the…
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SOAP: Guidance in determining the To-Dos
Scripture: Colossians 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Observation: Focus on the things with eternal consequence, not on less important things. Application: I have so many things to do swirling about in my head… and so many more written down on a list. I would like to think that I…
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SOAP: Being shielded from evil
Scripture: Ephesians 6:16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Observation: Cover yourself with faith so that you will be protected from attacks by Satan. Application: Sometimes I do feel as though I am under attack. Sometimes things…
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SOAP: Salvation is a gift that cannot be earned
Scripture: Romans 9: 16 It does not, therefore, depend on man’s desire or effort, but on God’s mercy. Observation: God is merciful, and gives us the gift of eternal life with Him because He wants to, not because we earn it. Application: I will admit I find this hard to accept, although I know it…