11 OCT 22 Tuesday SOAPS Devotional
(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)
Reading Plan: Psalm 5, 6; Jonah 1:1-17a; Acts 26:24-27:8; Luke 8:40-56
Do you get what you deserve?
S- Then they cried out to the Lord, Jonah’s God. “O Lord,” they pleaded. “Don’t make us die for this man’s sin. And don’t hold us responsible for his death. O Lord, you have sent this storm upon him for your own good reasons.” The sailors were awestruck by the Lord’s great power and they offered him a sacrifice and vowed to serve him. Jonah 1:14, 15b
O- All weather events are governed by God for his good reasons and ordained to fulfill his plans. A group of sailors came to faith in God and Jonah was redirected back to his mission. What we perceive as harsh judgment had a great upside. Mercy was extended where it wasn’t deserved.
A- I will thank God for showing mercy and not giving me what I deserve. I will remember that God works in the midst of disaster, fulfilling his will, and nothing can thwart him.
P- Lord, thank you for this passage of Scripture where a ship of sailors comes to faith even when your messenger is disobedient. You are faithful Lord and your plans are sure. Help us to trust you through the storms of life that your will is completed and your ways are good. Amen.
S- A, S
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