Today's chapter is John 13--on Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Very good, thought-provoking chapter. For my SOAP today, I'm going to focus on what Jesus said after the meal.
Scripture:
"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will known that you are my disciples, if you love one another." ~John 13:34-35
Observation:
Arrrrgh! Why does Jesus have to give such hard commands? Sure, some people it's pretty easy to love, but others....! Yet Jesus does say to love one another. That means I need to love the people that I don't get along with too well too. Hmm. I thought it was interesting what Jesus said when if we love one another, then other people will know we are Christians.
Application:
I do want to love all people...it's just so hard sometimes. That's where God comes in; I don't know about you, but I certainly can't love every person, on my own strength!
Prayer:
Dear God, I want people to see me and know that I'm a Christian. I want them to have a positive image of you. Please come inside of me, take control, and help me to love and get along with more people. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
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