SOAP Devotional 2015-04-30

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-30

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: “You have heard that our ancestors were told, ‘You must not murder. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment.’ But I say, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to judgment! If you call someone an idiot, you are in danger of being brought before the court. And if you curse someone, you are in danger of the fires of hell. (‭Matthew‬...

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SOAP Devotional 2015-04-29

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-29

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: “Don’t misunderstand why I have come. I did not come to abolish the law of Moses or the writings of the prophets. No, I came to accomplish their purpose. I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not even the smallest detail of God’s law will disappear until its purpose is achieved. So if you ignore the least commandment and teach others to do the...

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SOAP Devotional 2015-04-28

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-28

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭14-16‬ NLT)...

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SOAP Devotional 2015-04-27

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-27

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭13‬ NLT) Observation: Salt is used to both enhance flavor and to preserve food. We are, accordingly, here to help preserve the world from wasting away and as salt enhances flavors,...

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SOAP Devotional 2015-04-24

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-24

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: “God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭11-12‬ NLT) “Blessed are you when people insult you...

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SOAP Devotional 2015-04-23

SOAP Devotional 2015-04-23

Scripture – Observation – Application – Prayer Scripture: God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭10‬ NLT) “Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭10‬ NASB) Observation: It is quite notable that these are persecuted for doing right. This does not always equate to...

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