10 SEP 22 Saturday SOAPS Devotional

 10 SEP 22 Saturday SOAPS Devotional

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 55; Job 38:1-17; Acts 15:22-35; John 11:45-54

S- Brace yourself like a man, because I have some questions for you, and you must answer them.  Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell me, if you know so much. Job 38:3-4

O- Having the fear of the Lord is an important thing.  The reality is the magnitude of who He is, is mind blowing.  He tells Job to buckle up because He is about to drop the truth on him.  God determines everything and nothing can resist his will to be done.  What we experience now, even the horror, doesn’t change his mind or will.  He will work it out for His pleasure and his children’s good. 

A- I will rejoice in the Almighty, for he is able to do more than I can comprehend.  I will yield to his sovereign hand and walk in his ways no matter the circumstance, with His help.

P- Lord, you are the Almighty and there is no one greater than you and you have no equal.  No one can resist your call or thwart your plans.  You always win and have your way.  Help us to remember that you are a big God and can accomplish all that you desire.  Lord, I yield my life each day to you.  May your name be made great in my life.  Amen.

S- T, C

9 SEP Friday SOAPS Devotional

 9 SEP 22 Friday SOAPS DEVO

(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)

Reading Plan: Psalm 40, 54; Job 29:1, 31:24-40; Acts 15:12-21; John 11:30-44

S- Oh, the joys of those who trust the Lord, who have no confidence in the proud or in those who worship idols. Psalm 40:4

O- David, a warrior and king, has learned the intense reality of trust in the midst of battles whether with the sword or politically.  Ultimately, his security, success, and future lay in the hands of God.  Trust is hard and it is built through a relationship and knowing God deeply.  Compared to God, trusting anyone or anything else is folly.

A- I will seek the Lord and a deeper understanding of his revealed ways.  I will experience him in new ways by trusting in faith to help and guide through this life.

P- Lord, I want this deep relationship so that I can trust you with all of my life and every circumstance.  Teach me your ways and empower me to faithfully obey each day. Amen.

S- R, R

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