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

April 29: 2Samuel 4,5; Psalm 139; Matthew 16

Scripture: Psalm (NIV) 139:13 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.
14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.

Observation: There was a time when some people claimed that a baby in the womb was only tissue. It was called POC, or Product of Conception. Today we have videos made of the child’s personal and unique body developing in the womb. What a welcome change to hear news stories about laws being passed to protect unborn children.

Application: When I think of how wonderfully I was formed, I am forced to acknowledge that God created me for His purpose. I have value to Him! My challenge is to live each day in a way that brings honor and glory to Him! Of course these truths apply to everyone around me. They too are “fearfully and wonderfully made.” I must respect them for they too are made in the image of God.

Prayer: Holy Spirit, keep reminding me of this truth. Keep reminding me that my body is a temple in which you live. I want your life to be seen in and through me. Amen

Pastor Leon

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