8 SEPT 22 Thursday SOAPS Devotional

 8 SEP 22 Thursday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 50; Job 31:1-31; Acts 15:1-11; John 11:17-29

S- But giving thanks is a sacrifice that truly honors me.  If you keep to my path, I will reveal to you the salvation of God. Psalm 50:23

O- The deeper our relationship becomes with God, thankfulness will be the natural outflow.  God is pleased with a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving because it shows our understanding of His provision and reign in our lives.

A- I will give thanks and praise for all that God is and what He does both in and through me. I will remember his steadfast love and care and give Him the honor and glory that is due.

P- Lord, you are beautiful and marvelous to our eyes.  When I ponder your magnitude, I feel like a small molecule of dust.  Out of all the creation that we know of and can see with our best telescopes, you gave us favor.  In that, I humbly give thanks and praise.  May you be blessed forever. Amen.

S- C, R

7 SEP 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

 7 SEP 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 119:49-72; Job 30:1-31; Acts 14:19-28; John 11:1-16

S- Upon arriving in Antioch, they called the church together and reported everything God had done through them and how he had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles, too. Acts 14:27

O- Paul and Barnabas were faithful and steadfast even through great persecution.  Many were adopted by the Lord and many became disciples.  Reporting back to the sending church is a great thing and should not be passed up.  The church had been praying, investing, and trusting that God would do a mighty work through them.  To God’s glory, He did and they could all rejoice.

A- I will remember to ask missionary companions how the Lord is working through them.  I will take time to rejoice in God and honor the laborer for their faithfulness.

P- Lord, you are good and your steadfast love endures forever.  There is a joy in my heart to see people moved into a deeper relationship with you and to hear how you are using them for your glory.  Help us not to forget those that are seeking the lost and investing in disciples.  Amen.

S- L, M, Team

6 SEP 22 Tuesday SOAPS DEVO

 6 SEP 22 Tuesday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 45; Job 29:1-20; Acts 14:1-18; John 10:31-42

S- Friends, why are you doing this? We are merely human beings-just like you! We have come to bring you the Good News that you should turn from these worthless things and turn to the living God, who made heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them.  Acts 14:15

O- Paul was on a specific mission to share the message of Jesus and see people saved.  When you are faithful, you will see God move and experience Him in different ways. People do surrender their lives and some receive healing, but it is God that receives the glory because He did the work not us.  

A- I will give thanks to the Lord for all that He does and give him glory.  I will give thanks knowing that He used me as an instrument of good, to do good works.

P- Lord, thank you for your words and changing my life.  Thank you for always reaching a few and bringing more of heaven down to earth.  Help me to stay faithful and not worry about the results.  Let me not forget that you are the potter and I am the clay.  Amen.

S-L, M

31 AUG 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

 31 AUG 22 Wednesday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 38; Job 12:1-25; Acts 12:18-25 John 8:47-56

S- People who are at ease mock those in trouble.  They give a push to people who are stumbling.  But robbers are left in peace, and those who provoke God live in safety-though God keeps them in his power. Job 12:5-6

O- We get worked up when we see bad people thrive, politicians do foolishness, and wonder why.  God does not get worried or frustrated, but will deal with these people in due time.  They never affect his plans and He always succeeds.  In Rev. 22:11 he instructs us to leave the evil and wicked alone.  He will bring the perfect justice to them.  

A- I will earnestly seek after the Lord and trust him through times when I am angry with the circumstances.  I will remember that God doesn’t get worried about anything because he is in control.  I will stay focused on him and the mission no matter the problems that I face. 

P- Lord, Job was the most afflicted and sifted man, yet you sustained him through it all.  Your will was fulfilled through the suffering and loss he experienced. We do not always understand why things happen in the midst of our pain, but we can trust that you will be glorified and your will accomplished.  Give us the measure of faith needed to endure and preserve us till the end.  Amen.

S- Ts, FB

30 AUG 22 Tuesday SOAPS DEVO

 30 AUG 22 Tuesday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 26, 28; Job 12:1-25; Acts 12:1-17 John 8:33-47

S- The Lord gives his people strength.  He is a safe fortress for his anointed king.  Save your people! Bless Israel, your special possession.  Lead them like a shepherd, and carry them in your arms forever.  Psalm 28:8-9

O- This is a comforting picture to see the Lord as a shepherd who cares for his sheep.  Having the right view of God is everything because in Him is comfort, security, and power for living.  

A- I will daily remind myself of one of your attributes and take heart that because I have you I have everything.

P- Lord, you are the shepherd of my soul and the one that loves me the most.  You are my hope and security in whom I live and breathe.  I give thanks and rejoice in who you are and for the relationship you initiated. Help me to remember your attributes and to put my trust in you.  Amen.

S- T, J