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

January 27: Exodus 17-20; Acts 3

Scripture: Acts (NIV) 3:3 When he [the crippled man] saw Peter and John…he asked for money. 4 Peter looked straight at him as did John. The Peter said, “Look at us!” 5 So the man gave them his attention, expecting to get something from them. 6 The Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk” 7 Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man’s feet and ankles became strong. 8 He jumped to his feet and began to walk.

Observation: Money is an important part of ministry, but lack of money is never a reason to stop or delay ministering. The ministry that Jesus left the church was based on the power of the Holy Spirit rather than the power of money.

Application: I believe I will give an account to the Lord of how I use the money He provides or enables me to earn, but how much more will I be held accountable for the power and gifts of the Holy Spirit he has given me!

Prayer: Holy Spirit, forgive me for the times I have hindered the flow of your ministry through me. I want to be a willing and useful vessel through which you can flow. Use me today however you deem best. Amen

Pastor Leon

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