15 JUL 24 Monday SOAPS Daily Office Devotional
Daily Office: Year 2 Week of the Eighth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 10)
(Scripture, Observation, Apply, Pray, Share)
Reading Plan: Psalm 25; Joshua 2:1-14; Rom. 11:1-12; Matt. 25:1-13
S- “As it is written, God gave them a spirit of stupor, eyes that would not see and ears that would not hear, down to this very day.” Romans 11:8; “Ears to hear and eyes to see- both are gifts from the Lord.” Proverbs 20:12
O- Reading the passage from Romans speaks of God’s sovereignty in salvation in choosing who will be his and who will not, specifically the Jews. The proverb, which is not part of today's reading, came to mind. We do not have the ability to respond to the gospel message unless something happens on God’s end. Being born again or from above is the transformation of our spirit from death to life and the opening of our spiritual eyes and ears. This can spark a healthy fear of God and draw a deeper sense of gratitude in the believer.
A- I will give thanks and temper my frustration with those who are deaf to the good news.
P- Gracious and sovereign Lord, who am I that you are mindful of me? I haven’t done anything to deserve your favor or your mercy. Thank you for your loving kindness and making me your child. I pray for those who have not heard the gospel yet or are not yet born again. May the Holy Spirit move in their hearts today transforming them and giving them the ability to respond.
In Jesus name, amen.
S- dan, spencer,
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