S.O.A.P.
Why We S.O.A.P?
Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
At Next Level, our desire is that every believer would not just attend church, but also hear from God daily through His Word! As we read the Bible, we begin to see how God responds to things. Doing daily devotions re-patterns the way we think, transforms the spirit of our mind, and helps us become more like Jesus! S.O.A.P. journaling is a simple and excellent way to both record and process what God has spoken to you. It’s also a useful tool to use at a later time when you want to reflect on and review some of the ‘gems’ that you have received.
Without writing them down, you may forget those blessings and important revelation. Furthermore, while journaling is a very personal time with the Lord, you may want to share some of your daily journaling with your community or spouse, so having a written record becomes very important. Through discussion, you may be able to look deeper into what God is speaking to you, gain new insight, and even encourage others. All you need to begin is a Bible, pen and journal!
New to Soap?
If you're new to the SOAP Method of Bible Study, we want to help you thrive as you engage the Word of God. We've created Intro to SOAP, a 21 day introductory study written by Pastors Matt and Sarah Keller. It's designed to help you build the daily rhythm of application based bible study into your life. Intro to SOAP is available for purchase at the link below or at your location.
How To S.O.A.P.
S - Scripture
Open your Bible to your reading for the day. Take time reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a verse that particularly spoke to you that day, and write it in your journal.
O - Observation
What do you think God is saying to you in this scripture? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you.
A - Application
Personalize what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now. Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life. Write how this scripture can apply to you today.
P - Prayer
This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this scripture, or even a prayer for a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say! Now, write it out.
If you want to explore the SOAP concept or see examples of journal entries, you can visit www.LifeJournal.cc.
In the video below, you'll hear from Pastor Matt and Pastor Sarah about how SOAP is an integral part of our daily lives. It's not a religious behavior but a way of life that leads us to true transformation and relationship with Jesus. Watch and learn more:
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