Category: SOAP Daily Devotionals

I am having such a hard time finding one verse to write about today. I have read and re-read (and re-read, and re-read and…)  today’s readings (Exodus 3-5 and Luke 22) and just don’t hear any ONE thing jumping out for me. Yes, there is a lot being said in both passages, but I cannot…

Scripture: Luke 18: 1 One day Jesus told his disciples a story to illustrate their need for constant prayer and to show them that they must never give up. Observation: Jesus wanted it to be clear that we should pray over and over and over and over… We should not let our prayers rest. (For…

Scripture: Luke 16: 9 I tell you, use your worldly resources to benefit others and make friends. In this way, your generosity stores up a reward for you in heaven. Observation: Use what you have on earth (both things and intellect) to help those around you, not just yourself, and you will be rewarded in…

Scripture: Luke 15: 21 21 His son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against both heaven and you, and I am no longer worthy of being called your son.’ Observation: This lost son, who left his father and squandered his wealth, realized the true error in his ways. He returned home and was truly…

Scripture: Luke 14:26 “If you want to be my follower you must love me more than your own father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters-yes, more than your own life. Otherwise, you cannot be my disciple. –New Living Translation ** I feel it critical to mention the translation here, as all other translations…

Scripture: Luke 13:15-16 15But the Lord replied, “You hypocrite! You work on the Sabbath Day! Don’t you untie your ox or your donkey from their stalls on the Sabbath and lead them out for water? 16Wasn’t it necessary for me, even on the Sabbath day, to free this dear woman from the bondage in which…

Scripture: Luke 12:2 2The time is coming when everything will be revealed; all that is secret will be made public. Observation: There will be a time when all questions will be answered with truth and without mystery. Application: I think I have a grasp on the very basics of Christianity, yet there are still so…

Scripture: Genesis 15:6 And Abram believed the Lord, and the Lord declared him righteous because of his faith. Observation: Abrams faith is what saved him. And, yes, it was a strong faith! But faith is what brought righteousness. Application: It’s faith. Faith is what saves. The rest is just gravy. But if you have true…

Scripture: Luke 5: 31-32 31Jesus answered them, “Healthy people don’t need a doctor-sick people do. 32I have come to call sinners to turn from their sins, not to spend my time with those who think they are already good enough.” Observation: Jesus spent time with those who he knew needed healing, not just those regarded…

Scripture: Luke 4:9-12 9Then the devil took him to Jerusalem, to the highest point of the Temple, and said, “If you are the son of God, jump off! 10For the Scriptures say, ‘He orders his angels to protect and guard you. 11And they will hold you with their hands to keep you from striking your…

Today’s reading: Genesis 3-5, Luke 2 What I heard: Scripture: Luke 2:9, 15-16 9Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terribly frightened. 15When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Come on, let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s…

Scripture: Revelation 7:14-17 14And I said to him, “Sir, you are the one who knows.” Then he said to me, “These are the ones coming out of great tribulation. They washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb and made them white. 15That is why they are standing in front of the throne of…

Scripture: John 2:3 When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” John 2:9 And the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine… Observation: Jesus turned water into wine for this wedding celebration, in order to continue the host’s hospitality. This was Jesus’…

Scripture 2 Peter: 3 As we know Jesus better, his divine power gives us everything we need for living a godly life. He has called us to receive his own glory and goodness! –New Living Translation Observation: To live a godly life, it is imperative to get to know Jesus better. Then he will give…