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Batel
May 27, 2024I took the following notes 3-4 years ago, but it looks like she's made an updated video on the same topic.
"How to Study the Bible Using the S.O.A.P. Method" by Asheritah Ciuciu:
S: Scripture. Write out the Scripture itself. Copy it into your study notebook in however many translations you want.
O: Observe what you see. Underline repetitions. Notice commands. Who is the human writer? What was the intent? To whom is it written and when? What are the circumstances surrounding the writer at the time? What is the genre? What is the history and culture? If you consult commentaries, write down some things that stand out to you.
A: Application. What did I learn that's personal for me? Be SMART about it (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-Bound). Example: "Today, anytime I start to worry, I'll stop and tell the LORD, 'I trust You.'" [Psalm 46:10]
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Batel
April 28, 2024Searching for the Pishon River.
Very interesting and logical video:
https://youtu.be/jwCdZ4CbA-E?si=5dC7kXCMr_ODc81q -
Batel
March 27, 2024Some beautiful friends hosted our Seder meal on Monday evening. Starting that sunset until Tuesday's sunset, it was the first day of Unleavened Bread, a festival Sabbath (as is the 7th day). Everyone pitched in to bring together a delicious meal; she decorated the table and the rooms with careful detail in order to honor God; and, he read thought-provoking words and led us in some meaningful, heartfelt actions from a Seder service script he'd found.
Listening to the soft music and his reading, staring into the candle flames, I could easily envision a worn and beaten people obediently preparing for first Passover and travel in the upcoming days. They (and we) were freed from bondage. With God's outstretched arm, we were brought out.
A freed people have the privilege of reclining for a meal, and we leaned to the left as we partook of the Seder meal. I picture leaning on Jesus who is at the right hand of God.
A friend and I have been chatting about how alike we are and the idea we tend to think there are such things as "selfish" prayers or prayer requests. Yet, we both know we are to bring everything to God. We both see the examples in the Bible, especially in Psalms, where people like David went to Him about every burden felt, every thorn that pricked. Neither one of us think of others as selfish when they express a need for prayer. And, privately, I go to Him about many things. Yet, I get it. We have similar life experiences where we actively avoid being called the "s" word -- maybe to the point of overdoing. Maybe this is why the last portion of the Seder service stood out to me.
As I listened, I thought of Moses' plea on behalf of God's chosen people. I thought of how Jesus is in intercession on our behalf. Then, toward the end of the Seder service, there was that prayer that struck me. I'll paraphrase it here.
Jesus, come soon, but not for our sakes.
Come so that You might be glorified.
Come so that Your promise is fulfilled.
Come soon, LORD Jesus.
Amen! For Your glory and honor, we will endure this world. Our home is with You, be it in Your heart and next to You when You return. May You be glorified in all things at all times, no matter what happens around us. May Your will be done.
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