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

April 15: 1Samuel 17; Psalm 9; Matthew 2

Scripture: Matthew 2:2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”
Matthew 2:5 “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written:
Matthew 2:12 And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route.

Observation: God spoke to the Magi/Wisemen in three different ways: first, through a sign in the stars; second, through Herod and the priest who looked in the scriptures; and third, through a dream. The Magi understood each message and acted appropriately.

Application: God speaks to me in various ways also. Although the Bible is the primary way God speaks to me, it is important that I recognize God’s voice however He speaks. I have found that the better I know the Bible, the more quickly I recognize His voice in other avenues. If I do not read God’s Word regularly, I probably should not claim that I really want Him to speak to me.

Prayer: Lord, Every day You prove faithful to speak to my listening heart. You have spoken to me through Your word and I expect that you will speak to me today through other venues also. Amen

Pastor Leon

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