27 JUN 22 Monay SOAPS DEVO

 27 JUN 22 Monday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 106:1-18; Num. 22:1-21; Romans 6:12-23; Matthew 21:12-22

S- Do not let sin control the way you live; do not give in to sinful desires.  Do not let any part of your body become an instrument of evil to serve sin.  Instead, give yourselves completely to God, for you were dead, but now you have new life.  So use your whole body as an instrument to do what is right for the glory of God. Romans 6:12-13

O-There is an expectation on those that who have submitted their lives to Jesus, will live in a manner that glorifies God.  That means that we go and sin no more and embrace a new way of living.  We belong to God and are his instrument and no longer the devil’s.

A- I will embrace the will and ways of the Lord and leave my old life behind.  I will seek to please God with all of my life and joyfully be an instrument in his hands.

P- Lord, thank you for saving me and allowing me the privilege of being an instrument in your hands.  May my life bring your pleasure and glory. Amen.

S- DBS, M

25 JUN 22 Saturday SOAPS DEVO

 25 JUN 22 Saturday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 107:33-43; Num. 20:14-29; Romans 6:1-11; Matthew 21:1-11

S- The time has come for Aaron to join his ancestors in death.  He will not enter the land I am giving the people of Israel, because the two of you rebelled against my instructions concerning the water at Meribah.  Numbers 20:24

O- When we disobey God, it always has consequences.  Two greats in Israel didn’t get to finish the task and see the fruits of their labor because they didn’t obey.  When you realize that you have disappointed God, that is the painful truth.  The loss of opportunity, blessing, or life is not as painful as disappointing Him.

A- I will take this word as a warning and learn from these great men.  I will strive to hear the affirming words, well done good and faithful servant with God’s help.

P- Lord, this is a painful reality that we can and do disappoint you.  Help us to willingly do your will with joy and not to be disobedient.   We do not want to be a disappointment in this life, but desire to pleasing in your sight. Amen.

S- C, J

24 JUN 22 Friday SOAPS DEVO

 24 JUN 22 Friday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 102; Num. 20:1-13; Romans 5:12-21; Matthew 20:29-34

S- For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many.  But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ. Romans 5:17

O- Sin affects us all in that we fall short of God’s standards.  This separates us from a right relationship with God.  We cannot repair this on our own.  Even our minds are dull to the good news, but it is the Holy Spirit who brings a change in minds and hearts so that we can respond.  Jesus makes us right with God if we turn from our sins and trust him with our life.

A- I will rejoice in what Jesus has done on our behalf and surrender daily to his will.  I will tell of the good news of Jesus to everyone.

P- Lord, thank you for providing the way to make us right with you.  Help me to share with others the same hope that I have in you. Amen.

S- H, R, F

23 JUN 22 Thursday SOAPS DEVO

 23 JUN 22 Thursday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 105:1-22; Num. 17:1-11; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 20:17-28

S- We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.  And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. Romans 5:3-4

O- We like comfort and peace versus drama and problems.  As a society we run from it and like to complain about and to one another.  Paul tells us we can rejoice in problems and trials.  They are an opportunity for development of endurance and character.  They also allow us to experience God in a way that we wouldn’t without the problems.  In that we can rejoice.

A- I will reject my nature to complain and grumble when things don’t go my way or facing challenges.  With God’s help, I will rejoice that I now have the opportunity to develop and experience God in a new way.

P- Lord, there are many problems and trials that each of us face.  Some are unique to us and we naturally don’t like them.  Give us fresh eyes to see what you are doing and to be able to rejoice that you will make the problems into good for us.  I yield to your hands, so shape me into the person you desire. Amen.

S- M, V

22 JUN 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

 22 JUN 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 119:121-144; Num. 16:20-35; Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 20:1-16

S- The teaching of your word gives light, so even the simple can understand.  Guide my steps by your word, so I will not be overcome by evil. Psalm 119: 130, 133

O- Most of the Bible is pretty straightforward in explaining wisdom, truth, and faith for life.  It comes to life when the Holy Spirit is in you and teaches you.  Otherwise, you may get a nugget or two that you can use.  Without Him, you remain blind and suppress the truth that you find because you love evil and darkness.

A- I will rejoice in the goodness of God and his mercy for giving me eyes to see and freeing me from the darkness and bringing me into the light.  I will seek the Lord in his word in order to navigate this life and its problems.  In the word, contains the answers and strategies to deal with everything we face.

P- Lord, your word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.  I rejoice that you have spoken to the world and desire relationships with all of us.  Open the eyes of the spiritually blind and fill them with your life-giving Spirit.  Help us to study your word and live it. Amen.

S- DBS