Three days of S.O.A.P.

6-9-2014         Acts 14:19-20

S.       19 And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and, having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.20 Howbeit, as the disciples stood round about him, he rose up, and came into the city: and the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe.

O.      Trouble makers follow Paul and stir up anger against him. Paul is stoned and given up for dead but he did not die.

A.      Trouble may follow me from place to place so I must be consistent and steadfast in my mission and be prepares to suffer if necessary.

P.       Father; give me strength, courage and determination to finish my course. Amen.

6-10-2014      Acts 14: 21-23

S.       21 And when they had preached the gospel to that city, and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, 22 Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.23 And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.

O.      Paul re-visits several churches to confirm their leaders and remind them that the work may be difficult and dangerous. He also reminds them to look to God in all matters.

A.      It is a good practice to review our position and ideas about God and our mission in life.

P.       Father; open my eyes to the path ahead and remind me of how I have arrived in the place where I am right now. Amen.

6-11-2014      Acts.  14:24-28

S.       24 And after they had passed throughout Pisidia, they came to Pamphylia.25 And when they had preached the word in Perga, they went down into Attalia:26 And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.27 And when they were come, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles.28 And there they abode long time with the disciples.

O.      Paul and his company arrive back at Antioch and share reports concerning this journey.

A.      I will share my experiences with my friends and declare the mighty works of God. Every blessing should be shared.

P.       Father; May my sharing give all the glory to you and you alone. Remind me Lord of the details so that I am accurate in my sharing. Amen.