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

October 13: Nehemiah 9-10; Acts 2

Scripture: Nehemiah (NIV) 9:31 But in your great mercy you did not put an end to them or abandon them, for you are a gracious and merciful God. 32 Now therefore, O our God, the great, mighty and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love, do not let all this hardship seem trifling in your eyes… 33 In all that has happened to us, you have been just; you have acted faithfully, while we did wrong.

Observation: The Israelites had gathered to confess their sins. This chapter is a historical review of God’s interaction with them. In this prayer, we see much of the character of God. Their great and awesome God is gracious and merciful. These are expressions of his love. But he is also just and faithful, which are expressions of his holiness.

Application: It is good for me to know to Whom I am praying. It is good for me to know His character. When I know His character, I am better able to understand His answers to my prayers. I am better able to understand the world He created and how He interacts with His creation.

Prayer: Holy and Loving God, You are always faithful and true to Your character. Amen

Pastor Leon

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