What "SOAP" means in Journaling

S = scripture = The line of scripture in the portion of the bible that I read today, that  really stands out to me is...
O = observation = What the scripture means to me is, or what God is telling me about this scripture...
A = application = In my life this line of scripture applies to me....
P = prayer = I can write a prayer about what I read and about things in my life or anything that I want God to know or I want him to help with.

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Journaling
(Example for using SOAP everyday.)

S = Scripture + O = Obersvation + A = Application  + P = Prayer

   Scripture: Acts 17:11 - Now these were more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica, for they received the word with great eagerness, examining the scripture daily to see whether these things were so.
   Observation: Paul was traveling and teaching and when he came upon this group they listened to what he had to say. They started reading the bible themselves daily because they wanted to know more.
   Application: I need to attend church or places where God'sword is taught.  I also need to read some of the scriptures everyday on my own if I am to grow and learn more about my Lord.
   Prayer: Lord, ask that you would  be with my family and friends. Not all of them know you like I do but I ask that you would enter their lives and strengthen not only my walk in your way but also their walks. For those that do know you make them stronger and bolder to share your teachings. For those that don't know you please cause great growth where I plant seeds. Please remind me to be humble and to trust in You with all things. Amen

What are you spending your time doing?

IIs it fruitfull and will it be of value five years from now?