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

April 22: 1Samuel 25, 26; Psalm 63; Matthew 9

Scripture: Matthew (NIV) 9:36 When he saw the crowds, he felt deep concern for them. They were beaten down and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
37 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “The harvest is huge. But there are only a few workers.
38 So ask the Lord of the harvest to send workers out into his harvest field.”
10:1 Jesus called for his 12 disciples to come to him. He gave them authority to drive out evil spirits and to heal every illness and sickness.

Observation: Jesus felt deep concern; he felt compassion for the people, so what was the plan? His plan was to send workers with His message and in His authority.

Application: God has sent me to the people around me because He loves them. When I talk to those around me, I am talking to people who were created in God’s image and are greatly loved by God.

Prayer: Lord, when I am bothered by what someone says or does, remind me of how much you love them and how special they are to you. Amen

Pastor Leon

Making friends for time and eternity!