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

March 13: Deuteronomy 22-24; Galatians 4

Scripture: Galatians (NIV) 4:4 But when the time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those under the law, that we might receive the full rights of sons.

Observation: At the proper time, a wealthy landowner would free his son from the tutorage and supervision of guardians to be recognized as the son with the full authority belonging to a son. And so there was a proper time when God sent His Son Jesus to free us from the requirements of the law. God’s people would enter into a new aspect of relating to God, not as children needing the protection of the law to keep them from sinning, but as sons and daughters in whom God’s Spirit lives, directing their every thought and deed. This is so much better!!!

Application: This is the “proper time” to be led by the Spirit of God. It is the proper time for me to expect the Holy Spirit to speak to me. When things do not go as I planned, I should be expecting that the Spirit will show me what He has planned. Instead of being disappointed, I should be excited to discover His will.

Prayer: Holy Spirit, this is the day, this is the time for you to walk and talk with me. Please keep working with me until I easily recognize your Presence, your voice, and your direction. Amen

Pastor Leon

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