August 14, 2015: SOAP #2080:

Scripture: Jeremiah (NIV) 19:7 But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. 8 He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.

Observation: In the previous verses, Jeremiah gives the curses of those who trust in man. They will be like a bush in the desert places. What a difference for those who trust in the Lord. They are strong below the surface and abundant above. Their roots go down to the source of water and their branches reach high and bear fruit.

Application: As my roots go deeper into God’s Word, my life becomes more fruitful. The stronger I become in my character and the areas that people cannot see, the more fruitful I will be in the areas that people can see.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, may the unseen areas of my life bring you joy and may the seen areas of my life bring you glory. Amen