We believe part of pursuing God is spending significant time in his word. The SOAP process is designed to give structure to your study. Open up to the suggested passage for this week and then spend equal time on each part of the SOAP process. It is best to have a pen and journal so you can keep a record of your time but it is not mandatory.
HOW TO S.O.A.P.
Scripture… Observation… Application… Prayer
S
Open your Bible to your reading for the day. Take time reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a verse that particularly spoke to you and write it in your journal.
O
What do you think the scripture you read meant to the people it was written to in their context? What do you think the Lord is saying to you through this passage?
A
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
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!
Suggested Reading Schedule
| Week 1 | Song of Wisdom Day 1 Psalm 1 Day 2 Psalm 14 Day 3 Psalm 25 Day 4 Psalm 111 Day 5 Psalm 127 | Week 5 | Song of Perspective Day 1 Psalm 39 Day 2 Psalm 73 Day 3 Psalm 90 Day 4 Psalm 95 Day 5 Psalm 115 | ||
| Week 2 | Song of Integrity Day 1 Psalm 8 Day 2 Psalm 15 Day 3 Psalm 26 Day 4 Psalm 101 Day 5 Psalm 112 | Week 6 | Song of Confession Day 1 Psalm 32 Day 2 Psalm 38 Day 3 Psalm 51 Day 4 Psalm 103 Day 5 Psalm 130 | ||
| Week 3 | Song of Praise Day 1 Psalm 95 Day 2 Psalm 100 Day 3 Psalm 103 Day 4 Psalm 104 Day 5 Psalm 146 | Week 7 | Song of Presence Day 1 Psalm 16 Day 2 Psalm 27 Day 3 Psalm 84 Day 4 Psalm 91 Day 5 Psalm 139 | ||
| Week 4 | Song of Help Day 1 Psalm 34 Day 2 Psalm 54 Day 3 Psalm 107 Day 4 Psalm 121 Day 5 Psalm 141 | Week 8 | Song of Guidance Day 1 Psalm 5 Day 2 Psalm 23 Day 3 Psalm 25 Day 4 Psalm 37 Day 5 Psalm 146 |