If any of these scenarios apply to you, or if there is any reason you want to learn to write your stories, then you need to join a new group at Grace Community Church.

You will need a notebook, pen or pencils. You will need to download and print the three page guide found at legacyproject.org

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You will also find that Christian publishers offer links to devotionals.  Zondervan and Xulon Press both work with Bible Gateway and Daily Audio Bible to offer online devotions.  Tyndale House Publishers offer several different devotionals of their own.

A simple Google search (October 11, 2012) gave results showing 440,000,000 online Bibles.  77,700,000 online Bible Study sites.  6,440,000 Devotionals with only 6,120,00 listed as Christian Devotionals.  When looking at any devotional or Bible study be sure to check the doctrine or their statement of faith to make sure they are following the Bible and biblical teaching.

As with any Bible study or quiet time you need to first find a time and space to read your Bible, preferably at the same time each day in a quiet place without distractions. Make note of any verses that jump out at you with special significance. This is the basis for diving deeper and using S.O.A.P.

Many people find that reading scripture in the morning helps get their day off to a focused start.

Here’s what you do:

Complete the “S” by reading the scripture. Don’t just skim through it, but really think about what it means. Imagine what the people involved were experiencing. Type or write down a verse or two that really stood out to you in your journal.

Complete the “O” by writing down observations about the scripture you just read. You may want to write your own summary of the passage, but more importantly, think about what God has to say to you through this part of His word.

Complete the “A” by writing down how this Bible passage applies to you right now, in your daily life. For example, in the parable about the prodigal son, which character do you identify with most: the loving and merciful father, the son who squanders his life and then repents or the resentful older brother? Do you see similar situations in your life right now? How can you respond in the way Jesus taught?

Complete the “P” by writing down a prayer. This is a personal message from you to God, so don’t worry about getting the perfect words down. Just make it honest and heartfelt. Remember that God always listens, and already knows your needs. He just wants to hear from you.

 Click here for a S.O.A.P quick guide to download