Category: SOAP Daily Devotionals

  • SOAP: So how do I get to be saved?

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    Scripture: Romans 10:9 For if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Observation: All it takes is belief and an acknowledgement of belief to be saved. Application: I remember acknowledging my belief in Jesus many, many years…

  • SOAP: He knows what we need, even we don’t know what to say

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    Scripture: Romans 8:26-27 26And the Holy Spirit helps us in our distress. For we don’t even know what we should pray for, nor how we should pray. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groaning that cannot be expressed in words. 27And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying,…

  • Wisdom comes from His Word

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    Scripture: Proverbs 1:2 The purpose of these proverbs is to teach people wisdom and discipline, and to help them understand wise sayings. Observation: The Lord gives us his Word so that we can grow in wisdom, and learn more about him and the life he has set out for us. Application: The Word is here…

  • SOAP: Living a life guided by him, not directed by sin

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    Scripture: Romans 6:15-16 15So since God’s grace has set us free from the law, does this mean we can go on sinning? Of course not! 16Don’t you realize that whatever you choose to obey becomes your master? You can choose sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God and receive his…

  • SOAP: Praise treasure hunt

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    Scripture: Psalm 98:1 Sing a new song to the Lord, for he has done wonderful deeds. He has won a mighty victory by his power and holiness. Observation: Tell the Lord something wonderful about Him which you haven’t told  Him yet. He is worthy. Application: I do praise God and thank Him for many things…

  • SOAP: Persistent Prayer

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    Scripture: Romans 1:9 God knows how often I pray for you. Day and night I bring you and your needs in prayer to God, whom I serve with all my heart by telling others the Good News about his Son. Observation: I pray continually for you and God knows it. Application: Lately I have been…

  • SOAP: Venting is often really gossip. And that is not okay.

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    Scripture: Psalm 101:5 I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. I will not endure conceit and pride. Observation: Gossip is not okay, neither is an inflated ego. And I will not take part in either. Application: Over the last few days someone irritated me and I shared that with someone else. As much…

  • SOAP: Don’t let your grip slip

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    Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15 With all theses things in mind, dear brothers and sisters, stand firm and keep a strong grip on everything we taught you both in person and by letter. Observation: Knowing what is to come, maintain your understanding and don’t let it slip. Application: It is crucial that I keep my knowledge…

  • SOAP: Encouragement for everlasting life

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    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 13And now, brothers and sisters, I want you to know what will happen to the Christians who have died so you will not be full of sorrow like people who have no hope. 14For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when…

  • SOAP: A love tsunami

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    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:12 And may the Lord make your love grow and overflow to each other and to everyone else, just as our love overflows toward you. Observation: With God’s guidance, your love can grow to immeasurable qualities that you can share with all around you. Application: I want to be a love tsunami.…

  • SOAP: I should work to please God, not people

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    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4 (partial) …Our purpose is to please God, not people. He is the one who examines the motives of our hearts. Observation: I should work to honor God, not people. Only God can truly understand my motives. And my motives should be to please him alone. Application: Too often I find myself…

  • SOAP: What do I focus on first?

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    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:3 As we talk to our God and Father about you, we think of your faithful work, your loving deeds, and your continual anticipation of the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Observation: Paul, Silas and Timothy think of how the Thessalonians are serving the Lord whenever they pray for them. Rather…

  • SOAP: I want total reliance

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    Scripture: Psalm 71:7 My life is an example to many, because you have been my strength and protection. Observation: This is a beautiful psalm about complete reliance on the Lord and the peace that comes from that. This verse is something for me to strive toward. Application: There were so many parts of this psalm…

  • SOAP: He wants true repentance, not empty ritual

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    Scripture: Psalm 51:17 The sacrifice you want is a broken spirit. A broken and repentant heart, O God, you will not despise. Observation: God wants us to see our own brokenness and go to him for forgiveness. Application: There seems to be a lot of pageantry associated with religion, but what God truly desires is…

  • He will hear me in times of trouble

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    Scripture: Psalm 20:1 In times of trouble, may the Lord respond to your cry. May the God of Israel keep you safe from all harm. Observation: When you really need it, may the Lord hear you and respond, keeping you safe. Application: I worry about my personal safety and that of my family more than…