Navigating SoapBox
SoapBox is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. Here’s a complete overview of the app structure and how to find everything you need.Main Navigation
The bottom navigation bar gives you quick access to the core areas:Home
Your personalized dashboard
Bible
Scripture reading & study
Community
Social feed & groups
Prayer
Prayer wall & requests
More
Settings & additional features
Home Dashboard
Your home screen provides a personalized overview:Daily Verse
A new scripture verse every day to inspire your faith journey.Quick Actions
- Start today’s Bible reading
- Write a S.O.A.P. entry
- View prayer requests
- Check upcoming events
Activity Feed
See recent activity from your church community:- New posts and discussions
- Prayer request updates
- Event announcements
- Member milestones
Progress Tracking
Monitor your spiritual disciplines:- Reading streak
- Journal entries this week
- Prayers offered
- Community engagement score
Feature Areas
Bible Reading
Bible Features
Bible Features
- Multiple Translations: ESV, NIV, KJV, NLT, and more
- Audio Bible: Listen to scripture being read
- Highlighting: Mark important verses with colors
- Notes: Add personal notes to any verse
- Bookmarks: Save verses for quick access
- Search: Find any verse or topic instantly
- Reading Plans: Follow structured reading schedules
S.O.A.P. Journaling
Journaling Features
Journaling Features
- Guided Method: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
- AI Insights: Get deeper understanding with AI assistance
- History: Review all your past journal entries
- Sharing: Optionally share entries with your community
- Verse Linking: Connect entries to specific scriptures
- Export: Download your journal entries
Prayer Wall
Prayer Features
Prayer Features
- Submit Requests: Share your prayer needs
- Pray for Others: Support your community
- Anonymous Option: Post requests privately
- Updates: Track answers to prayers
- Categories: Organize by type (health, family, etc.)
- Notifications: Get alerts for urgent requests
Community
Community Features
Community Features
- Social Feed: Share updates and encouragement
- Discussions: Join topic-based conversations
- Groups: Participate in small groups
- Events: See and RSVP to church events
- Messaging: Direct message other members
- Member Directory: Find and connect with others
User Roles
SoapBox has different features based on your role:| Role | Description | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Member | Regular church attendee | Personal devotions, community, giving |
| Group Leader | Small group or ministry leader | Group management, attendance |
| Volunteer | Serving team member | Schedule, check-in, training |
| Staff | Church employee | Admin tools, reports |
| Pastor/Admin | Church leadership | Full administrative access |
Settings & Preferences
Access settings by tapping your profile icon or the More menu:Account Settings
- Edit profile information
- Change password
- Manage connected accounts
- Enable two-factor authentication
Notification Settings
- Push notification preferences
- Email digest frequency
- Prayer request alerts
- Event reminders
Privacy Settings
- Profile visibility
- Activity sharing
- Search appearance
- Data management
App Settings
- Theme (light/dark mode)
- Language preference
- Bible translation default
- Offline download settings
Gamification & Rewards
Stay motivated with SoapBox Points:Earn Points
- Complete daily Bible reading
- Write journal entries
- Pray for others
- Engage in community
- Attend events
- Volunteer service
Unlock Achievements
- Reading streaks
- Community milestones
- Volunteer hours
- Giving goals
- Leadership badges
Offline Mode
SoapBox works even without internet:- Downloaded Bibles: Access scripture offline
- Saved Journals: View and write entries
- Cached Content: Read recently viewed content
- Sync Later: Changes sync when back online