Pastor Leon’s SOAP: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer

December 9: 1Timothy 5-6; Titus 1-3

Scripture: 1Timothy 5:4 But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God.

Observation: In a 2010 SOAP I emphasized that this verse gives us a way to please God. What caught my attention today is that believers caring for aging parents and grandparents “…put their religion into practice.” Religion that does not affect our actions is worthless. The first ones to benefit from our religion should be those in our family.

Application: As we care for our parents we show that our religion is genuine and we know we are pleasing God.

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the privilege of having Sharon’s mother still alive at 95. Give us wisdom as we care for her. Amen

Pastor Leon

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