Daily Bible Reading and Reading Plans
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One way how to READ & STUDY the Bible...
There
are many different ways a person can read and study the Bible, but the
one below is nice for a simple reason – it is simple to remember. The
method is called “SOAP”.
S.O.A.P.
journaling is a simple and excellent way to both record and process
what God has spoken to you. It's also a useful tool to use at a later
time when you want to reflect on and review some of the 'gems' that you
have received. Without writing them down, you may forget those blessings
and important lessons! Furthermore,
while journaling is a very personal time with the Lord, you may want to
share some of your daily journaling with your connection group or
spouse, so having a written record becomes very important! Through
discussion, you may be able to look deeper into what God is speaking to
you, gain new insight, and even encourage others!
S. FOR SCRIPTURE
Open
your Bible to your reading for the day (If you don’t know where to
start pick a Reading Plan from bible.com mentioned above). Take time
reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a
verse that particularly spoke to you that day, and write it in your
journal.
O. FOR OBSERVATION
What do you think God is saying in this scripture? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you.
A. FOR APPLICATION
Personalize
what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life
right now. Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or
corrections for a particular area of your life. Write how this scripture
can apply to you today.
P. FOR PRAYER
This
can be as simple as asking God to help you use this scripture, or even a
prayer for a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you.
Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what
God has to say! Now, write it out.
Each day we all use soap to maintain our bodies, now each day we can use the S.O.A.P. method to maintain our spiritual bodies.