SOAP is for adults and stands for Scripture,
Observation, Application and Prayer. It’s one
chapter per day, a simple way to start a personal
time with God.
WHAT YOU NEED:
Bible. Get a translation you can understand. The
New International Version (NIV) or The Message
(MSG) are two good ones. You can read online or
download the free YouVersion app.
Journal & Pen - Write down what you hear God
saying to you when you read. If paper isn’t your
thing, create an online journal in your personal
YouVersion account.
Reading Plan - Get our daily reading plan in
the way that works best for you, and follow the
chapter of the day.
Scrap Paper - Use this to jot down all those little
annoying things that pop into your head while
you’re trying to focus. Doing this clears your mind
and gives you a “To Do” list for later.
WHAT YOU DO:
Set a specific time and place where you meet God
each day. It can be at the beach, the kitchen table,
your favorite spot on the couch. If you treat it as
an “appointment,” you’re more likely to show up.
He’ll definitely be there waiting for you! During
this time, go through your daily reading this way:
1. S = Scripture
Take your time reading and let God speak to
you. Highlight, underline or place a mark in the
margin of your bible next to the verses that stand
out. When you are done, reread the verses you
marked, look for one that particularly spoke to
you that day, and write it in your journal.
2. O = Observation
What do you think God is saying to you in this
verse? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal
Jesus to you. Write this verse in your journal in
your own words.
3. A = Application
Personalize what you read by asking yourself
how it applies to your life right now and
writing it in your journal. It could be instruction,
encouragement, revelation of a new promise or
corrections for a particular area of your life.
4. P = Prayer
This can be as simple as asking God to help
you apply what you read, or asking for more
insight on what He wants to show you. Prayer is a
conversation, so be sure to listen for His reply.
That’s it! SOAP can be as simple or deep as you
want it to be. If you have questions, let us know.
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