Personal Morning Devotions: The SOAP method

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One great way of having a personalized morning devotional without a devotional book or email is the S.O.A.P. method. SOAP stands for Scripture, Observation, Application and Prayer.

You may choose a verse or two as God leads or systematically work through a chapter or book of the Bible.

Below is an example:

Scripture:
We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.
For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. - Romans 6:4-5 ESV

Observation:
If we are truly saved (united with Christ by baptism unto death), our salvation is certain.

Application:
I can rest in the promise of God knowing His word is sure. Faithful is He who calls me who will also do it. (1 Thessalonians 5:24)

Prayer:
Lord God, thank you that you have accomplished my salvation on the cross. Thank you for your forgiveness and your faithfulness. Help me rest in your promise, growing in you each day that I may increasingly walk in the newness of life. May my life show others your transforming power to your glory and praise. In Jesus name, Amen.