Pastor Leon’s SOAP:  Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
October 14, 2023: SOAP #5063: Nehemiah 11-12; Psalm 1; Acts 3

SCRIPTURE:  Nehemiah (NIV) 12:40 The two choirs that gave thanks then took their places in the house of God; …
43 And on that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy. The women and children also rejoiced. The sound of rejoicing in Jerusalem could be heard far away.

OBSERVATION:  The wall around Jerusalem had been repaired and was now being dedicated.  Two choirs marched on top of the wall in opposite directions giving praise to God for what had been accomplished.  When they rejoined and took their place in the house of God, they had great joy. 

APPLICATION:  The Bible says, “the sound of rejoicing in Jerusalem could be heard far away.”  Their neighbors heard the sound.  Their enemies heard the sound.  But even greater, heaven heard that sound!   It was heard at the throne of God Almighty!!!  

I always want God to know that I appreciate what He has done and is doing!   He may hear it from someone else, but I definitely want Him to hear it from me!  May the sounds of my rejoicing be heard far away!!!  May the sound of my rejoicing be heard in heaven!   May God know He is greatly appreciated!  

PRAYER:  Oh Lord, if anyone should have a heart full of rejoicing, it is me!   When people come around me, may they expect to hear something good that you have done for me.  Amen

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