Pastor Leon’s SOAP:  Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
November 27, 2022: SOAP #4742: Psalm 125; Matthew 26-27

SCRIPTURE:  Matthew (NIV) 26:30 When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. 31 Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of me, for it is written: “‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ 32 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.”

OBSERVATION:  Jesus had made it clear that hard days were ahead.  He would be tried and condemned to death.  He would be crucified.  His followers would be scattered.  The disciples would be in hiding.  BUT after it was over…  After Jesus had risen from the dead…  Jesus had plans for the future!  They were to meet Him in Galilee!

In Mark 16:7, the angel at the empty tomb told the ladies coming to anoint the body, “But go, tell his disciples and Peter, ‘He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him, just as he told you.’”

APPLICATION: When I see hard times ahead, I need to recall what God has spoken to me.  Did His words to me include any future plans?  Has he given me something to do that I will need to do at a later date?  He must be expecting me to make it through the trial. 

God would not have given me an assignment that He will not help me fulfill.  Remembering God’s promises and remembering His directions can be great faith builders for holding steady in present and future trials. 

The trio known as “Sisters” sing: 
   I’m gonna make it, He’s already said that I would
   I’ll keep on trusting that He’s working everything for my good
   He walks beside me and heaven is in my view,
   I’m gonna make it through.

PRAYER:  Lord, I know I can trust you for the future.  I know I can trust your plans.  I know that you will work through everything for my good and your glory!Amen

Pastor Leon
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