Category: SOAP Daily Devotionals
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Please don’t just listen
Scripture: Ezekiel 33: 31-32 31My people come to you, as they usually do, and sit before you to listen to your words, but they do not put them into practice. With their mouths open they express devotion, but their hearts are greedy for unjust gain. 32Indeed, to them you are nothing more than one who…
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If you can’t stand the heat, worship the one true God
Scripture: Daniel 3:28 The Nebuchadnezzar said, “Praise be to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who sent his angel and rescued his servants! They trusted in him and defied the king’s command and were willing to give up their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God. Observation: This verse…
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Respect Authority… All authority
Scripture: Daniel 1: 8 But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way. Observation: Daniel was selected to be in training to be service to the king. Daniel knew that he should not defile his body, yet he…
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When the going gets tough, His compassion can see you through
Scripture: Lamentations 3:22, 32 22Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, For his compassions never fail. 32Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, So great is his unfailing love. Observation: Focusing and remembering the Lord’s love in times of distress can bring hope and comfort, as his compassion is never-ending, even…
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I am glad I won’t be judged on my merits alone
Scripture: Obadiah 1:15 “The day of the Lord is near for all nations. As you have done, it will be done to you; your deeds will return upon your own head. Observation: There will come a time when we are all judged on our behavior. Application: I try to do nice things and live my…