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The Open Heaven 9 May 2025 devotional for today is YOUR LIFETIME.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 9 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR LIFETIME

MEMORISE

This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah.
Psalm 24:6

READ: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5 A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
6 A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
7 A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8 A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 9 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

A person’s lifetime is the period between the fellow’s birth and death. Today’s Bible reading says that there are seasons for everything and a time for every purpose under heaven.

Everyone is assigned to a purpose here on earth, and after a while, regardless of whether they fulfil their purpose or not, they die. Once you leave the earth, another generation will come on the scene and play their own part according to God’s design (Ecclesiastes 1:4).

The question is, during this period when you are playing your own part, will you make a mark in the sands of time? Will you fulfil your destiny or just pursue mundane things?

David followed after God so much that He called him “…a man after mine own heart…” (Acts 13:22). Little wonder he lived such an impactful life and is still regarded as Israel’s greatest king up until today. Another fellow, Methuselah, was only known for his day of birth and death. He was the oldest man recorded in the Bible, and apart from the fact that he had sons and daughters, nothing else was written about him (Genesis 5:25-27).

Enoch, on the other hand, walked with God, and this made his lifetime count (Genesis 5:24).

When a fellow walks with God and does His will like Enoch and David did, the person’s lifetime will count. The impact of that fellow will be felt long after he or she has crossed over to eternity.

God seeks a generation of people who will fear, love, and follow Him wholeheartedly.

David called this generation ‘the generation that seeks God’s face’ (Psalm 24:6). When I was younger, people had shops with small peepholes that could only accommodate a person’s hand. If someone wanted to buy something, the shop owner would stretch his or her hands through the peephole to collect the person’s money and pass the goods out, after which the fellow would leave. However, if the fellow insists on seeing the shop owner, the shop owner would open the door so they can meet face to face.

Beloved, God wants you to seek His face and not just the blessings in His hands. If you want your life to matter, don’t focus on the things you can get from Him; seek His face so you can have access to Him. Don’t only ask God for material things; ask Him to show you His face so that when the world looks at you, they will see His glory (Exodus 34:28-35).

ACTION POINT

Seek God’s face and live according to His will so your life can make an impact in the world.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

2 Chronicles 5-7

RCCG HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 9 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Psalm 24:6 (KJV)

This verse calls believers to intimate pursuit of God—not just His blessings—as the key to a life of eternal impact.

Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 (KJV)

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven…”
This passage frames life as divinely orchestrated seasons, emphasizing that our choices within these seasons determine eternal significance.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. Life Is a Temporary Assignment (Ecclesiastes 1:4)

• Earthly Reality:
  • Your lifespan is the brief interval between birth and death (James 4:14).
  • Generations pass, but eternal impact remains (Psalm 112:6).
• Two Contrasting Examples:
  • David: A man after God’s heart (Acts 13:22) whose legacy still inspires.
  • Methuselah: Lived 969 years (Genesis 5:27) but is only remembered for longevity.
• Question: Will your life be a footnote (like Methuselah) or a blueprint (like David)?

2. God’s Priority: Face Over Favors (Psalm 24:6)

• The “Peephole” vs. “Face-to-Face” Analogy:
  • Many treat God like the shopkeeper—seeking His hands (blessings) but not His face (relationship).
  • Biblical Contrast:
    • Esau sought birthright blessings but despised the Giver (Hebrews 12:16-17).
    • Moses sought God’s presence and carried His glory (Exodus 34:29-35).
• Modern Application:
  • Shift from “God, give me…” to “God, show me You.”

3. How to Make Your Lifetime Count

1. Walk with God Like Enoch (Genesis 5:24)
   • Enoch’s secret: Daily intimacy—so deep God “took him” to heaven.
2. Pursue Purpose Like David (Acts 13:36)
   • David served God’s purpose in his generation before dying.
3. Embrace Seasons Like Jesus (John 17:4)
   • Jesus fulfilled each assigned season (Galatians 4:4) to complete His mission.

4. The Cost of a Life That Matters

• Sacrifice: David spent years in wilderness before kingship (Psalm 78:70-72).
• Surrender: Enoch’s walk required total devotion (Hebrews 11:5).
• Focus: Paul forgot “mundane things” to press toward eternity (Philippians 3:13-14).

5. Warning: The Peril of Wasted Time

• The Rich Fool (Luke 12:20): Stored wealth but was “not rich toward God.”
• Lot’s Wife (Genesis 19:26): Looked back at temporal comforts, lost eternity.

Practical Applications

For the Distracted:

• Audit your priorities: Are you chasing temporary gains or eternal rewards? (Colossians 3:2).
• Pray: “Lord, reveal what season I’m in and how to maximize it.”

For the Weary:

• Like David in the wilderness, your hidden season is preparation for impact.
• Declare: “I will be faithful in this season’s assignment.”

For the Lukewarm:

• God seeks a generation that seeks Him—not just His benefits (Revelation 3:16).
• Act: Fast from requests for a week; seek only His presence.

The Reward of a Life Well-Lived

• Divine Glory: Like Moses, your face will reflect His radiance (2 Corinthians 3:18).
• Eternal Legacy: Like David, your life will inspire generations (Psalm 145:4).
• Heavenly Commendation: “Well done, good servant!” (Luke 19:17).

Conclusion: Your Life—A Stewardship

1. Time is short—redeem it (Ephesians 5:16).
2. Purpose is fixed—fulfill it (Jeremiah 1:5).
3. Eternity is certain—prepare for it (Matthew 6:20).

Prayer Response

“Father, deliver me from a mundane existence. Help me seek Your face above all, walk in my ordained seasons, and leave a legacy that glorifies You. Let my life echo in eternity. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Charge
“In a world chasing shadows, be a seeker of the Substance—God Himself.”
Will your lifetime count for eternity?

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The Open Heaven 8 May 2025 devotional for today is WHEN GOD WANTS TO BLESS.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 8 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: WHEN GOD WANTS TO BLESS

MEMORISE

And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.
Job 42:10

READ: Job 42:10-17

10 And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before.
11 Then came there unto him all his brethren, and all his sisters, and all they that had been of his acquaintance before, and did eat bread with him in his house: and they bemoaned him, and comforted him over all the evil that the Lord had brought upon him: every man also gave him a piece of money, and every one an earring of gold.
12 So the Lord blessed the latter end of Job more than his beginning: for he had fourteen thousand sheep, and six thousand camels, and a thousand yoke of oxen, and a thousand she asses.

13 He had also seven sons and three daughters.
14 And he called the name of the first, Jemima; and the name of the second, Kezia; and the name of the third, Kerenhappuch.
15 And in all the land were no women found so fair as the daughters of Job: and their father gave them inheritance among their brethren.
16 After this lived Job an hundred and forty years, and saw his sons, and his sons’ sons, even four generations.
17 So Job died, being old and full of days.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 8 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When God really wants to bless someone, He will go to any length to bless the fellow. In Job 1:8, God asked the devil if he had considered Job. You would think that God just wanted to boast about Job, but by the time you get to the end of Job’s story, you will realise that God was looking for an avenue to bless him with double the things he had already, as we see in Job 42:10: “…the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.” God wanted to bless Job, but He also wanted him to pass through a process that would prove that he was deserving of the blessing.

In Genesis 32:24-29, the Bible tells us that Jacob was left alone to wrestle with a Man until the break of the day. When the Man (who was actually a representation of God) could not defeat him, He touched his leg and dislocated it. Jacob kept wrestling, and the Man had to beg him to let him go. However, Jacob said that he would not do so until he received a blessing, which he eventually got. Clearly, it was an arrangement made by God, as Jacob could ordinarily not have overpowered the man. When God wants to bless you, He can do certain things that seem strange and might not make sense to you or anyone around you. I pray for you today that God will intentionally determine to bless you in this season, in Jesus’ name.

When God wanted to bless me, He led me to a small church in a little corner of Ebute Metta in Lagos, Nigeria. At that time, I was the most educated person in the church, the church auditorium was uncomfortable, and really, I had every reason not to stay. My spiritual father did not go to school, but I was a PhD holder! It looked as if it was only the church that was benefitting from my presence there, but in truth, I was the one who was to benefit by staying where God asked me to stay so that I could fulfil my destiny.

When God wants to bless you, the ingredients He will put together to prepare that blessing may not look like it, but if you cooperate with Him, at the end of the day, you will enjoy His blessings in abundance. If you are willing to submit to His process, He will use every opportunity to decorate your life with His blessings.

KEY POINT

Submit yourself to God’s process, and He will decorate your life with His blessings.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

2 Chronicles 1-4

RCCG HYMN 26: THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 8 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Job 42:10 (KJV)

This verse encapsulates God’s ultimate purpose in Job’s trials – not to destroy him, but to double his blessings through testing.

Bible Reading: Job 42:10-17 (KJV)

The passage details Job’s complete restoration after his season of suffering, proving that God’s delays are not denials.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. God Initiates Tests to Prepare for Greater Blessings

• Job’s Case (Job 1:8-12):
  • God permitted Satan’s attacks to refine Job’s character.
  • The test wasn’t punishment but preparation for double blessings (Job 42:10).
• Modern Application:
  • Your current struggles may be divine setup for future elevation (James 1:2-4).

2. Blessings Often Come Through Unconventional Processes

• Jacob’s Wrestling Match (Genesis 32:24-28):
  • God appeared as an “opponent” to break Jacob’s self-reliance (hip dislocation).
  • The struggle produced a new identity (“Israel”) and covenant blessing.
• Daddy Adeboye’s Testimony:
  • Obedience to serve in a humble church positioned him for destiny.
  • Principle: God’s blessing paths often defy human logic (Isaiah 55:8-9).

3. Three Phases of Divine Blessing Preparation

1. The Selection Phase (Job 1:8, Genesis 32:24)
   • God chooses whom to bless and allows tests to qualify them.
2. The Refining Phase (Job 23:10, Genesis 32:25)
   • Trials remove:
     • Pride (Jacob’s limp)
     • Dependence on wealth (Job’s losses)
     • Self-sufficiency (Author’s academic humility)
3. The Release Phase (Job 42:10, Genesis 32:28)
   • Blessings come after proven character (Romans 5:3-4).

4. Why God Uses Strange Methods

• To eliminate fleshly dependence (2 Corinthians 12:9)
• To authenticate spiritual growth (1 Peter 1:7)
• To establish eternal perspectives (2 Corinthians 4:17)

5. How to Cooperate With God’s Process

1. Recognize Tests as Love (Hebrews 12:6)
   • Job’s suffering was proof of God’s investment in him.
2. Persist Through Discomfort (James 1:12)
   • Jacob refused to let go until blessed – holy stubbornness.
3. Maintain Obedience in Small Things (Luke 16:10)
   • The author’s submission in a “small” church unlocked greater purpose.
4. Bless Your “Tormentors” (Job 42:10)
   • Job’s prayer for his critics triggered his restoration.

Warning vs. Promise

• Warning: “Resisting God’s process forfeits His best (Hebrews 12:25).”
• Promise: “Patient endurance inherits promises (Hebrews 6:12).”

Modern-Day Applications

For Those in Financial Strain

• Like Job, your “losses” may be prelude to double restoration.
• Pray: “Lord, teach me to steward lack as preparation for abundance.”

For the Spiritually Weary

• Jacob’s all-night wrestle mirrors prolonged spiritual battles.
• Declare: “I won’t let go until You bless me!”

For the Overqualified Serving in “Small” Places

• Pastor Adeboye’s PhD in a humble church proves:
  • Divine positioning > human credentials
  • Obedience precedes influence

Conclusion: The Theology of Divine Setup

1. God’s blessings are intentional – He engineers circumstances to qualify you.
2. The process is non-negotiable – No cross, no crown (Matthew 16:24-25).
3. Your response determines your reward – Will you trust the Potter’s hands?

Prayer Response

“Father, I surrender to Your refining process. Help me endure trials as Job, persist like Jacob, and obey like Your servant. I receive grace to emerge purified and doubly blessed. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement
“The same God who allowed your testing has already decreed your triumph.”
Will you trust His process today?

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The Open Heaven 7 May 2025 devotional for today is HE CAN CHANGE IT.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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TOPIC: HE CAN CHANGE IT

MEMORISE

In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will:
Ephesians 1:11

READ: Jeremiah 18:1-6

The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying,
2 Arise, and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words.
3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels.
4 And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it.
5 Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying,
6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the Lord. Behold, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 7 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Over the past three days, I discussed how everything that happens on earth is according to God’s design and that we are actors in His grand play. Because God is the writer of the play, He can change some things in it, such as actors, scenes, sequences, and the like, to suit His grand vision.

For example, in 1 Samuel 2:30, He told Eli, “I said indeed that you and your father’s house will stand before me forever, but now, I change my mind.” That is an instance of God changing the actors that would be involved in carrying out His grand vision. God is the Writer and Director of your life, and the earlier you cooperate and surrender to Him, the better it will be for you.

I pray that you will never do anything that will cause God to change His mind concerning His good purpose for your life.

As the Director of your life, God can also change parts of your life that don’t fit His purpose anymore. In today’s Bible reading, Jeremiah was in his house when God told him to go to a potter’s house because He wanted to speak to him there. If I were Jeremiah, I would have asked, “Daddy, are we not speaking already? Let’s continue our conversation here.” Thank God Jeremiah was an obedient fellow, and as l mentioned in the just-concluded series, obedience will keep you at the centre of God’s will. He stood up immediately and went to the potter’s house, where he met the potter working on a vessel.

As Jeremiah watched, the vessel got damaged in the potter’s hand, but instead of throwing it away, the potter remoulded it into another vessel. By the time he was done, it didn’t look like the vessel had once been damaged.

And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it. Jeremiah 18:4

Beloved, God can change those damaged portions of your life if you surrender everything to Him. He can remould you into another vessel fit enough to fulfil His original plan for your life. Don’t give up on the promises He has made to you or the glimpses of the glorious destiny that He has shown you because of negative circumstances or past mistakes. He can change everything and make your life a beautiful story of His grace – only put your trust in Him.

PRAYER POINT

Father, I surrender myself to You. Make me a vessel that is fit to fulfil Your good plan and pleasure, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

1 Chronicles 27-29

RCCG HYMN 6: I AM SO GLAD THAT OUR FATHER IN HEAV’N

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 7 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

1. God’s Sovereign Right to Modify His Plans

• Example of Eli (1 Samuel 2:30):
  • God initially promised his lineage perpetual priesthood, but their disobedience triggered a divine revision.
  • Principle: God’s promises are conditional on human cooperation (Deuteronomy 28:1–2; Joshua 1:8).
• Modern Application:
  • Your destiny is secure in Christ, but rebellion can delay or reroute it (e.g., Saul → David).

2. The Potter’s House: A Lesson in Surrender

• Jeremiah’s Obedience (v. 2):
  • He didn’t question God’s instruction to relocate; he acted immediately.
  • Lesson: Prompt obedience positions us for divine revelation.
• The Marred Vessel (v. 4):
  • The clay flawed in the potter’s hands symbolizes:
    • Broken dreams (Joseph in prison).
    • Personal failures (Peter’s denial).
    • Unforeseen crises (Job’s suffering).
  • Yet, the potter didn’t discard it—he remolded it.

3. God’s Process of Remolding

• Step 1: Brokenness
  • The clay must be softened (trials, repentance) to be reshaped (Psalm 51:17).
• Step 2: Reshaping
  • God doesn’t patch flaws; He starts anew (2 Corinthians 5:17).
• Step 3: Purposeful Design
  • The new vessel reflects His wisdom, not human expectations (Isaiah 64:8).

4. Why Does God Permit “Marred” Seasons?

• To Remove Pride: Paul’s thorn kept him dependent (2 Corinthians 12:7–9).
• To Test Faith: Abraham’s wait for Isaac refined his trust (Hebrews 11:17–19).
• To Prepare for Greater Glory: David’s exile trained him for kingship.

5. How to Respond When God Reshapes Your Life

1. Submit to His Hands (James 4:7).
   • Like clay, don’t resist the Potter’s pressure.
2. Trust His Timing (Ecclesiastes 3:11).
   • The potter knows when to remold.
3. Embrace the Process (Romans 8:28).
   • Your “damage” is raw material for a greater testimony.
4. Reject Discouragement (Galatians 6:9).
   • The potter’s wheel may spin violently, but the end is beautiful.

Warning vs. Promise

• Warning: “Resisting God’s reshaping leads to wasted potential (like Eli’s lineage).”
• Promise: “Surrendered lives emerge flawless (Jeremiah 29:11).”

Modern-Day Applications

For the Disappointed:

• Lost a job? Failed a relationship? God is rerouting you, not rejecting you.
• Pray: “Lord, mold me into what You desire.”

For the Impatient:

• Waiting for a promise? The Potter is still working (Philippians 1:6).
• Declare: “I trust Your process, Lord.”

For the Ashamed:

• Past mistakes don’t disqualify you—they qualify you for grace (1 Timothy 1:16).

Conclusion: Your Life in the Potter’s Hands

1. God’s plans are dynamic—He may alter methods, but His end goal is unchanging.
2. Brokenness precedes breakthrough—surrender leads to glory.
3. Your story isn’t over—the Potter is still shaping you.

Prayer Response:

“Father, I yield to Your reshaping hands. Break, mold, and use me as You please. I trust that what seems ‘marred’ now will become a masterpiece for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
“A lump of clay has no right to complain—only to be clay. Let God shape you without protest.”
Will you surrender to the Potter today?

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The Open Heaven 6 May 2025 devotional for today is LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION III.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 6 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION III

MEMORISE

The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
Psalm 33:11

READ: Genesis 50:16-20

16 And they sent a messenger unto Joseph, saying, Thy father did command before he died, saying,
17 So shall ye say unto Joseph, Forgive, I pray thee now, the trespass of thy brethren, and their sin; for they did unto thee evil: and now, we pray thee, forgive the trespass of the servants of the God of thy father. And Joseph wept when they spake unto him.
18 And his brethren also went and fell down before his face; and they said, Behold, we be thy servants.
19 And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God?
20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

As I conclude the teaching I started two days ago, I want you to take special note of today’s memory verse. It tells us that God’s counsel will stand forever. This implies that no matter what anyone tries, God’s plan for your life can never be changed. Isaiah 46:10 says, “…My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:”

When things that do not seem to align with God’s plan for your life start happening to you, don’t despair; trust God and be confident that He is able to make all things work together for your good. For example, in the Bible, God showed Joseph a glimpse of His plan for his life in two dreams (Genesis 37:5-9).

However, instead of keeping his mouth shut, he announced the dreams to his brothers and parents. His brothers got angry and sold him into slavery. They thought they were destroying him, but little did they know that they were helping Him towards his destiny.

After he was brought into Potiphar’s house, tragedy struck again, and he found himself in prison. I’m sure the devil must have mocked him and asked, “Now, what has become of your big dreams?” However, God never fails to bring His word to pass; He hastens His word to perform it (Jeremiah 1:12). The bigger the challenges, the more He will showcase His mighty power.

God had a great destiny prepared for David, but the moment the oil came upon his head and he was anointed as king, it seemed all hell was let loose upon him. He became a fugitive for 13 years, moving from one hideout to another. In his psalms, he recorded how he felt during that season (Psalm 88:15, Psalm 25:16).

However, despite all he faced, he still became Israel’s king as God ordained. I am sure that was why he said, “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all” (Psalm 34:19).

Beloved, no matter how much the enemy tries to stop you from achieving that glorious destiny that God has prepared for you, I want you to know that all things will work together for your good when you love God, and you are aligned with His purpose (Romans 8:28).

Loving God means that you must obey all His commands (John 14:15). Don’t lose hope when negative circumstances come your way. Trust in God, obey all His commandments, and He will surely bring you to a glorious end in Him.

KEY POINT

No matter the difficulties you may be facing in your life, God is able to make all things work together for your good.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

1 Chronicles 24-26

RCCG HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 6 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Psalm 33:11 (KJV)

This verse anchors the devotional’s core truth: God’s plans are eternal, unshakable, and unstoppable—no human or demonic force can alter them.

Bible Reading: Genesis 50:16-20 (KJV)

Joseph’s declaration reveals God’s sovereignty—He redeems even evil intentions to fulfill His divine purpose.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. God’s Plan Is Immovable (Isaiah 46:10)

• God declares: “My counsel shall stand.”
• Implication: Your destiny is not subject to human interference (Job 42:2).
• Example: Joseph’s brothers sold him, but God sent him ahead to save nations (Genesis 45:7-8).

2. Trials Are Part of the Process

• Joseph’s Path to Destiny:
  • Dreams → Betrayal → Slavery → False Accusation → Prison → Promotion.
  • God used each delay and pain to position him (Psalm 105:17-19).
• David’s Anointing vs. Adversity:
  • Anointed as king → Hunted by Saul for 13 years → Crowned.
  • Lesson: The greater the destiny, the fiercer the opposition—but God always delivers(Psalm 34:19).

3. The Enemy’s Attacks Backfire

• Satan’s tactics (through Joseph’s brothers, Potiphar’s wife, prison):
  • Aimed to destroy him.
  • Actually accelerated his rise.
• Modern Application:
  • Rejection, betrayal, or delays may feel like setbacks, but God uses them as setups (Romans 8:28).

4. How to Stay Aligned with God’s Plan

1. Keep Trusting (Proverbs 3:5-6).
   • Joseph never abandoned his faith, even in prison (Genesis 39:21-23).
2. Stay Obedient (John 14:15).
   • Partial obedience (like Saul) disqualifies; full obedience promotes.
3. Wait Patiently (Habakkuk 2:3).
   • David waited 13 years—God’s timing is perfect.
4. Praise in the Process (Acts 16:25).
   • Joseph and David worshipped in their trials, and God turned things around.

5. The Guarantee: God Will Perform His Word (Jeremiah 1:12)

• If God spoke it (dreams, prophecies, promises), He will do it (Numbers 23:19).
• Your role: Cooperate through faith and obedience.

When Life Doesn’t Make Sense…

• Question: “Why would God let Joseph suffer if He had a great plan?”
• Answer:
  • Character Development: Prison refined Joseph’s leadership (Psalm 105:18-19).
  • Divine Timing: He had to arrive in Egypt at the right moment to meet Pharaoh’s need.
  • Ultimate Purpose: To save Israel and foreshadow Christ’s redemption.

Practical Applications

✔️ For the Discouraged:

• Your “pit” or “prison” is not your end—it’s part of your training ground.
• Pray: “God, help me see Your hand in this season.”

✔️ For the Impatient:

• David’s 13-year wait preserved his humility.
• Pray: “Lord, teach me to trust Your timing.”

✔️ For the Attacked:

• Like Joseph, don’t retaliate—let God fight for you (Romans 12:19).
• Declare: “What the enemy meant for evil, God will turn for good!”

Warning vs. Encouragement

• Warning: “Don’t resist God’s process (like Saul)—you’ll miss your destiny.”
• Encouragement: “If you submit (like Joseph), God will showcase His glory through you.”

Conclusion: Hold Onto God’s Unchanging Plan

1. God’s counsel is fixed—no one can change it.
2. Your trials have purpose—they’re shaping you for greatness.
3. Obedience + patience = fulfillment of destiny.

Prayer Response:

“Father, thank You that Your plans for me are perfect. When life feels chaotic, remind me that You’re still directing my story. Help me to trust, obey, and wait on You—knowing that my end will be glorious. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
*”God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called—through the process.”
Will you trust Him in yours today?

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The Open Heaven 4 May 2025 devotional for today is LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION I

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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TOPIC: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION I

MEMORISE

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end
Jeremiah 29:11

BIBLE TEXT: Psalm 139:13-17

13 For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb.
14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
15 My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.
16 Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.
17 How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them!

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 4 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When I got born again over 50 years ago, I had many questions because I was an academic. As a baby Christian, I had a lot of questions, and I believe my pastor would probably have gotten tired of me if I had asked all of them. I had questions like, “Is it true that God knows the end from the beginning? If yes, did He know that Adam and Eve would eat the forbidden fruit? If He knows the end from the beginning, then He should have definitely known that Adam and Eve would eat the forbidden fruit.

If He knew that they were going to eat the forbidden fruit, why did He plant it? If He planted it, and they ate it as He knew they were going to, why was it an issue?” I had many such questions, and eventually, I turned to God and said, “Daddy, You see my heart; You know I am not issuing You queries. I just want to understand Your word better. Can You please answer these questions?” Finally, I got an answer from God. learnt from Him that the whole world is a stage, and all of us are actors, just as Shakespeare, an English poet, had written. There is a play written by the Almighty God Himself, and this is why Hebrews 10:7 says in reference to Jesus:

Then said I, Lo, I come (in the volume of the book it is written of me,) to do thy will, O God.

Acts 15:18 says, “Known unto God are all His works, from the beginning of the world.” Before you were born, God wrote a play, and you and I are to be actors in it. He is the Executive Producer, Producer, and even the Director, and we must follow His instructions to be able to function properly and play our parts according to His design and desire. You can rest assured that His plans for you are great. Today’s memory verse says that God’s thoughts towards you are those of peace and not evil to bring you to an expected end in Him.

Beloved, God has a great plan for your life, and He intends for you to fulfil it so you can enjoy His peace. However, you must follow His script as it is contained in His word. Trust and obey His word, and He will bring you to a glorious end.

ACTION POINT

Glory awaits you if you live your life strictly according to God’s word.

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1 Chronicles 17-19

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 4 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV)

This foundational Scripture assures us that God’s plans for us are good, purposeful, and filled with hope. No matter what we face, His ultimate intention is peace, fulfillment, and a glorious destiny.

Bible Reading: Psalm 139:13-17 (KJV)

This passage reveals that God intricately designed us before birth and wrote our life’s script in His book. We are not accidents; we are divinely orchestrated.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. God Knows the End from the Beginning (Isaiah 46:10)

• The author’s early questions (about Adam, Eve, and free will) reflect a deep theological truth: God is sovereign, yet humans have moral responsibility.
• Divine Foreknowledge ≠ Divine Causation:
  • God knew Adam and Eve would sin, but He allowed it because He already had a redemptive plan (Genesis 3:15, John 3:16).
  • The forbidden fruit was a test of obedience, not a trap (Deuteronomy 30:19).

2. Life Is a Divine Play—We Are Actors in God’s Script

• Hebrews 10:7 (Jesus’ words):“Lo, I come… to do Thy will, O God.”
  • Jesus lived according to the Father’s script (John 6:38).
• Acts 15:18:“Known unto God are all His works from the beginning of the world.”
  • Before creation, God wrote the story of humanity, including your role.
• Illustration: Like a movie director, God:
  • Wrote the script (His Word).
  • Casts each person (Jeremiah 1:5).
  • Guides the scenes (Proverbs 16:9).
  • But unlike actors in a film, we have free will to obey or rebel.

3. God’s Plans Are Good—But We Must Follow His Word

• Jeremiah 29:11 Revisited:
  • God’s thoughts = peace, hope, a future.
  • But this requires our cooperation (Joshua 1:8, Romans 12:2).
• Example of Jesus:
  • He fulfilled His script perfectly (John 17:4).
  • Result: Victory, salvation, and exaltation (Philippians 2:9-11).
• Warning:
  • If we ignore God’s script (like Jonah), we face chaos and correction.
  • If we follow it (like Joseph), we see promotion and purpose.

4. How to Align with God’s Script for Your Life

1. Seek God in Prayer (Jeremiah 33:3).
   • Like the author, ask God for understanding.
2. Study the Bible Daily (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
   • God’s Word is the script—read it!
3. Obey the Holy Spirit’s Guidance (John 16:13).
   • He is the “Director” who whispers your next lines.
4. Trust God’s Timing (Ecclesiastes 3:1).
   • Every scene in your life has a divine purpose.

Common Misconceptions Addressed

“If God controls everything, why do bad things happen?”
Answer: God permits free will and uses even evil for good (Genesis 50:20, Romans 8:28).

“Does God predestine some to fail?”
Answer: No—He desires all to be saved (2 Peter 3:9), but He respects our choices.

Conclusion: Your Role in God’s Masterpiece

• You are not an accident. God wrote your story before you were born.
• Your choices matter. Will you follow His script or rewrite it?
• The ending is glorious if you trust and obey (Isaiah 1:19).

Prayer Response:

“Heavenly Father, thank You for writing my life’s story with love and purpose. Forgive me for times I’ve ignored Your script. Help me to seek Your will daily, trust Your timing, and play my part faithfully for Your glory. Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
“Life is God’s theater—you are both the actor and the audience. Play your part well, and one day, you’ll see the masterpiece He created.”

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The Open Heaven 3 May 2025 devotional for today is EXCELLENCE BY THE SPIRIT.

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TOPIC: EXCELLENCE BY THE SPIRIT

MEMORISE

Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm
Daniel 6:5

BIBLE TEXT: Acts 6:1-8

And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables.
3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.
4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.

5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch:
6 Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.
7 And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.
8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 3 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When people say, “You can do better than your best,” they mean that a person can still improve on his or her greatest achievement.

However, when we talk about excellence, it means that something is so good that it cannot be improved upon.

In Luke 1:31-32, the angel told Mary that the baby she was about to conceive would be great. In Philippians 2:9-11, the Bible says that God gave Him a name that is above all names.

John 3:34 also says that God gave Jesus the Holy Spirit without measure. What determines how great a believer will become is how full of the Holy Spirit he or she is. Jesus was excellent because He did not carry the Holy Spirit in a measure; He was totally full of the Holy Spirit.

One of my children once came to me and asked, “Daddy, do you know the Bible very well? Who is Prochorus?” | asked, “Is that name in the Bible?” He then said, “I thought you said you know the Bible.” He asked again, “Who is Nicanor?” | told him I didn’t know. “Who is Timon?” I said, “You mean Simon?” He said, “No, Timon.” I replied that I didn’t know Timon.

Then, he told me that all the names he mentioned were part of the first seven deacons. This shows that in a group of selected people with the same qualifications and experience, some of them will still stand out as being excellent. They all had the same qualifications; however, when asked to list the names of the first deacons in the Bible, most people will only mention Stephen and Phillip.

In today’s Bible reading, we see that Stephen was excellent and did great wonders and miracles among the people because he was full of faith, power, and the Holy Spirit. Being full of the Holy Spirit is in different levels, and your level of thirst will determine the level of fullness you will operate in. Beloved, to achieve excellence, prioritise being filled with the Holy Spirit at all times. Spend quality time in God’s presence, praising and worshipping Him. As you do this, you will become full of the Holy Spirit, and you will be empowered to excel even above those who are considered to be the best.

OPEN HEAVEN 3 MAY 2025 PRAYER POINT

Holy Spirit, please fill me until I overflow, in Jesus’ name.

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1 Chronicles 13-16

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 3 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Daniel 6:5 (KJV)

“Then said these men, We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him concerning the law of his God.”

This verse highlights Daniel’s excellence—so impeccable that his enemies could only attack him through his devotion to God. True excellence is rooted in spiritual integrity and divine empowerment.

Bible Reading: Acts 6:1-8 (KJV)

This passage introduces the selection of the first seven deacons, focusing particularly on Stephen, who was:

• “Full of faith and of the Holy Spirit” (v. 5)
• “Full of grace and power, [doing] great wonders and signs” (v. 8)

Stephen stood out not because of natural ability but because of his spiritual fullness.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. Excellence vs. “Better Than Your Best”

• Human Excellence (Limited): People say, “You can do better than your best,” meaning there’s always room for improvement.
• Divine Excellence (Unmatched): Biblical excellence is God’s standard—so perfect that it cannot be improved (e.g., Jesus’ sinless life, Hebrews 4:15).

2. Jesus: The Model of Excellence

• Greatness Foretold (Luke 1:31-32): Jesus was destined for divine greatness.
• Exalted Above All (Philippians 2:9-11): God gave Him “the name which is above every name.”
• Fullness of the Spirit (John 3:34): Jesus operated in unlimited anointing because He had the Holy Spirit “without measure.”

Key Principle: The measure of a believer’s greatness is determined by their fullness of the Holy Spirit.

3. The Seven Deacons: Why Did Stephen Stand Out?

• Same Qualifications, Different Impact:
  • All seven were “of good reputation, full of the Spirit and wisdom” (Acts 6:3).
  • Yet, only Stephen and Philip are widely remembered (Acts 6-8).
• Reason for Stephen’s Excellence:
  • “Full of faith and the Holy Spirit” (Acts 6:5).
  • “Full of grace and power” (Acts 6:8).
  • He did miracles (v. 8) and preached with divine wisdom (Acts 7).

Lesson: Even among equally qualified people, those fully surrendered to the Holy Spirit will rise above the rest.

4. How to Walk in Excellence

• Be Filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18):
  • This is not a one-time event but a continuous infilling.
  • “Your level of thirst determines your level of fullness” (Matthew 5:6).
• Prioritize God’s Presence (Psalm 16:11):
  • Spend time in prayer, worship, and the Word.
  • Stephen’s power came from deep communion with God.
• Operate in Faith (Hebrews 11:6):
  • Stephen’s miracles were fueled by faith in God’s power.

5. The Cost of Excellence

• Opposition: Like Daniel and Stephen, excellence attracts envy and persecution (Acts 6:9-15).
• Reward: God exalts the excellent (1 Peter 5:6). Stephen’s martyrdom led to Saul’s conversion (Paul the Apostle!)—showing that true excellence leaves a legacy.

Conclusion: How to Pursue Divine Excellence

1. Seek the Holy Spirit’s Fullness Daily (Luke 11:13).
2. Cultivate a Life of Prayer & Worship (Acts 6:4).
3. Serve with Faith & Diligence (Colossians 3:23-24).
4. Embrace God’s Process—Excellence requires growth and testing (James 1:2-4).
5. Stand Out for God’s Glory—Don’t blend in; let your light shine (Matthew 5:16).

Prayer Point:

“Lord, fill me afresh with Your Holy Spirit. Let Your power and grace operate in me so mightily that I walk in divine excellence, leaving a lasting impact for Your kingdom. Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
“Excellence is not being the best; it is being full of the Best—the Holy Spirit.“
Will you pursue His fullness today?

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The Open Heaven 2 May 2025 devotional for today is THE JOURNEY OF LIFE.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 2 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE JOURNEY OF LIFE

MEMORISE

For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light.
Psalm 36:9

BIBLE TEXT: Psalm 32.8-9

8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.

9 Be ye not as the horse, or as the mule, which have no understanding: whose mouth must be held in with bit and bridle, lest they come near unto thee.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

In Genesis 47:7-9, Pharaoh asked Jacob, “How old are you?” Jacob responded, “I have travelled 130 years; my forefathers travelled longer.” The question, ‘How old are you?’ simply means, how far have you gone in the journey of life? The moment you are born, you begin a journey on earth. However, when you die, that journey ends; then, you face eternity either in heaven or hell, depending on whether you gave your life to Jesus Christ or not.

Let me ask you a question: since you’re on a journey on the earth, are you travelling in the right direction? Do you know God’s ordained destination for you?

Today, many people travel through life without seeking to know God’s will concerning their destination – you cannot afford to do that. You were born for a purpose, and if that purpose is not fulfilled, you will answer to the Giver of the life you are living now. Your decisions, whether small or big, will determine your destination in life. In Genesis 13:10-11, Lot decided on where to settle based on how pleasant the place looked without finding out God’s will. That single decision changed the course of his life and those of his descendants forever.

Beloved, the One who set you on this journey has a predetermined destination for you and a map for you to get there. He said in Jeremiah 29:11 that He will bring you to an expected end

While God reveals destinations, He does not provide the full details about the journey all at once. He told Abraham, “Leave your father’s house, and I will take you to a land that I will show you.” He also told the Israelites, “I will take you to a Promised Land.” He showed Joseph that he would become a great ruler, and He also told Peter that He would make him a fisher of men. All these people had an idea of the destination, but the map to get there remained with God. The map that shows how you will fulfil destiny is with God; if you stay close to Him, He will guide you. David said in Psalm 119:105:

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Beloved, if you lose your relationship with God, you will lose your map, and you will likely arrive at the wrong destination. Stay close to God, and let Him guide all your steps in this journey of life.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to remain close to You forever so that I can arrive at Your ordained destination for my life, in Jesus’ name.

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Chronicles 10-12

RCCG HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 2 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

1. Life Is a Journey with an Eternal Destination

• Jacob described his life as a “pilgrimage” (Genesis 47:9), recognizing that earth is temporary, but eternity is forever.
• Question: Are you living just for earthly gains, or are you preparing for eternity? (Matthew 6:19-20).
• Warning: If you die without Christ, you face eternal separation from God (Revelation 20:15).

2. Many Travel Without Seeking God’s Will

• Lot’s Mistake (Genesis 13:10-11): He chose based on physical attractiveness (Sodom’s lushness) rather than God’s will, leading to destruction.
• Lesson: Every decision (career, marriage, finances) must be guided by God, not just human reasoning (Proverbs 3:5-6).

3. God Has a Predestined Plan for You (Jeremiah 29:11)

• God knows your destination, but He often reveals it step by step (like Abraham—Genesis 12:1).
• Joseph’s Example: He saw his future in dreams (Genesis 37:5-11), but the process (betrayal, slavery, prison) was unclear until God’s time.
• Peter’s Calling: Jesus told him, “I will make you a fisher of men” (Matthew 4:19), but Peter didn’t know the full journey (trials, denial, Pentecost).

4. God’s Word Is Your Roadmap (Psalm 119:105)

• The Bible is not just a book—it’s God’s GPS for life.
• Daily Guidance: “A lamp to my feet” (immediate steps) and “a light to my path” (long-term direction).
• Danger of Drifting: If you neglect God’s Word, you’ll lose direction (Hosea 4:6).

5. Stay Close to God to Avoid Wrong Turns

• Example of Samson: He had a divine destiny (Judges 13:5), but compromise led to his downfall (Judges 16:20).
• Key to Success:
  • Prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
  • Obedience (John 14:15)
  • Fellowship with Believers (Hebrews 10:25)

Conclusion: How to Stay on the Right Path

1. Surrender Your Life to Christ (If you haven’t)—“For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul?” (Mark 8:36).
2. Seek God’s Will in Every Decision—“In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:6).
3. Study the Bible Daily—It’s your map to fulfilling destiny.
4. Obey Promptings of the Holy Spirit—He is your Guide (John 16:13).
5. Avoid Lot’s Mistake—Don’t choose based on temporary pleasures; seek eternal rewards.

Final Warning:
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death” (Proverbs 14:12). Only God’s way leads to life!

Prayer Response:

“Lord Jesus, I surrender my journey to You. Forgive me for times I’ve walked in my own wisdom. Guide me by Your Word and Spirit. Help me to fulfill Your purpose for my life and not miss my divine destination. Amen.”

Encouragement:
“Life is short. Eternity is long. Walk with God, and you’ll never regret your destination.”

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TOPIC: EARTHSHAKING EVENTS

MEMORISE:

And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.
Acts 4:31

READ: Acts 16:25-26

25 And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.
26 And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 1 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

On the day of Pentecost, the disciples were gathered together in one room and in one accord when suddenly, there came a sound as of a rushing mighty wind (Acts 2:1-4). This wind shook the entire house, and until now, the world has not recovered from that event.

Whether you believe it or not, God is about to shake the whole world. A great revival is here, and you can be a part of it.

In 1979, l attended a Kenneth Hagin campmeeting in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with my Father in the Lord and four other brethren.

We stayed at Mayo Hotel, and very early one morning, my Father in the Lord sent for all of us. When we got to his room, we saw him praying in the Holy Spirit more deeply than we had ever seen him pray before. It was at that meeting that he dropped a bombshell – he was going to be called to glory soon, and I would be succeeding him as the church’s leader. When he said that, we all began to pray fervently. We were still praying when suddenly, the hotel’s engineer came knocking at the door. As I was standing closest to the door, I opened it. The engineer then asked, “What kind of instrument are you playing?” | replied, “We are not playing any instrument; we are praying.” He didn’t believe me, so he entered the room and looked everywhere.

As he was going out, he asked, “What did you say you were doing?” I replied, “We were praying.” Then I asked, “What is wrong?” He said, “The hotel is shaking, and we have traced the source of the vibration to this room.” The building’s foundation was tested in an attempt to trace the cause of the vibration, but nothing was found.

After we left, the hotel was shut down because there were major concerns about the vibration. Since they could not detect the cause of the vibration and they couldn’t possibly have believed that it was as a result of our prayers, the hotel had to be shut down for 30 years. That was an event that preceded the revival we are witnessing in the RCCG today.

When believers pray together in unity, great things happen; we can influence the world effectively and win many souls into the kingdom faster. Beloved, if you want to be part of a revival that will shake the earth and reveal God’s glory, you must become accustomed to fervent prayers in unity with other believers.

KEY POINT

Fervent prayers in one accord with other believers will birth earth-shaking events and great revivals.

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1 Chronicles 7-9

HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 1 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

1. The Pattern of Revival: Unity and Prayer (Acts 2:1-4)

The disciples were gathered “in one accord” (unity of purpose) when the Holy Spirit descended like a mighty wind, filling them with power. True revival begins when believers come together in agreement, seeking God’s presence earnestly.

2. God Shakes the World Through Prayer

The devotional recounts a personal testimony where intense prayer caused a physical vibration in a hotel—so strong that engineers could not explain it. This mirrors biblical accounts (Acts 4:31, Acts 16:26) where prayer triggered supernatural manifestations.

• When believers pray in unity, God releases His power in ways that defy human logic, preparing the way for revival.

3. Fervent Prayer Precedes Divine Assignments

The author’s spiritual father received a revelation about his passing and the succession plan during deep prayer. This shows that major spiritual transitions and assignments are often birthed in moments of intense intercession.

• If you desire God to use you mightily, cultivate a lifestyle of fervent prayer.

4. The Impact of Corporate Prayer on Revival

The hotel incident was a sign preceding the great revival in RCCG (Redeemed Christian Church of God). This teaches that:

• Corporate prayer shakes spiritual and physical realms.
• Revival is not accidental; it is triggered by persistent, faith-filled prayers.
• Unbelievers may not understand it, but they cannot ignore God’s power.

5. How to Be Part of the Coming Revival

• Pray fervently (James 5:16).
• Pray in unity with other believers (Matthew 18:19-20).
• Expect supernatural manifestations (Mark 16:17-18).
• Be bold in witnessing (Acts 4:31).

Conclusion: A Call to Action

God is raising a generation of believers who will pray with such intensity that the world will be shaken for His glory. Will you be part of this move?

• Commit to consistent, fervent prayer.
• Join other believers in corporate intercession.
• Expect God to do the impossible in your life and community.

As seen in Scripture and this devotional, when God’s people pray with one heart, Heaven responds with power! Let us rise and be part of this end-time revival.

Prayer Point:
“Lord, fill me with Your Spirit and make me a vessel of revival. As I join other believers in prayer, let Your power shake my world for Your glory. Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
“The world has yet to see what God can do through a man or woman fully surrendered to Him in prayer.” — (Paraphrase of Charles Finney’s quote). Will you be that person?

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The Open Heaven 30 April 2025 devotional for today is GOD HATES DISUNITY. The author of this daily devotion is Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 30 APRIL 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD HATES DISUNITY

MEMORISE
And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:
Matthew 12:25

READ: Psalm 133:1-3

Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
2 It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;
3 As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 30 APRIL 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Several scriptures clearly tell us that God hates disunity, and He loves it when His children are united. He said in John 13:35 that it is by showing love to one another that people will recognise us as His disciples. God is so particular about unity that He said that if you come to Him with an offering and remember that your brother has something against you, you must go and reconcile with him before returning to give your offering (Matthew 5:23-24).

God wants His children to be united because He knows that there is little we can achieve individually. He knows that the moment we begin to operate as separate entities, it will be easy for the devil to gain entry into our territories, and we will not be able to do much to stop him.

Ecclesiastes 4:12 says:
And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

There are many Christians and Christian organisations around the world. In fact, Christianity is considered to be the most popular religion in the world. Why, then, are the governments of some nations establishing anti-Christian policies and persecuting Christians? The major reason is that many of us Christians are living in isolation. If we come together and decree a thing, it will surely come to pass. If we can come together and decide to turn the whole world around for Christ, we will be unstoppable.

When you look at all the times that there have been revivals in the past, one major thing you will discover is that a significant part of the body of Christ was united. At the upper room, when the disciples were all in one accord, the Holy Ghost came down, and three thousand souls were saved on that day. The Bible further says in Acts 2:46-47 that the disciples were united and more and more people were added to the church daily.

Look within your local assembly; is there unity among you? Look at the environment where your church is located; is your local assembly working in unity with the other churches in the community? If we can only put aside our differences and come together to form a united front against the devil, we will discover that nothing will be impossible to us.

ACTION POINT:

Pray for the unity of all the churches in your community and the body of Christ as a whole.

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 30 APRIL 2025 COMMENTARY

1. God’s Heart for Unity

The devotional for today opens with a foundational truth: God hates disunity but loves when His children dwell together in harmony (Psalm 133:1). Scripture repeatedly emphasizes this:

• John 13:35 – Love among believers proves we are Christ’s disciples.
• Matthew 5:23-24 – God prioritizes reconciliation over ritual worship.
• Ephesians 4:3 – We are commanded to “keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”

Lesson: Unity is not optional; it is a mark of genuine Christianity.

2. The Danger of Division

Jesus warned in Matthew 12:25 that division leads to destruction. Today’s devotional highlights why:

• Isolation weakens us. Like a single strand of rope, a lone believer is easily broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12).
• Division invites demonic attack. Satan exploits strife to infiltrate families, churches, and nations (1 Peter 5:8).

Example:

• Many nations persecute Christians because the Church is fragmented. If believers united in prayer and purpose, governments would tremble (Acts 4:31-33).

Application:

• Are there unresolved conflicts in your life or church?
• Do you isolate yourself from other believers?

3. The Power of Unified Prayer and Action

History proves that revival follows unity:

• Upper Room (Acts 2:1-4, 41) – The disciples’ unity birthed Pentecost.
• Early Church (Acts 2:46-47) – Their oneness attracted multitudes to Christ.
• Modern Revivals – Movements like the Welsh Revival (1904) began with united prayer.

Key Insight:
Satan fears a united Church. When Christians stand together:

• Prayers become unstoppable (Matthew 18:19).
• Cultural strongholds crumble (Joshua 6:1-20).
• Miracles multiply (Acts 5:12-16).

Warning:

• Pride, doctrinal disputes, and personal grievances hinder unity (1 Corinthians 1:10-13).

4. A Call to Practical Unity

The Open Heaven devotional challenges us to:

1. Examine Our Relationships – Are we at peace with fellow believers (Romans 12:18)?
2. Collaborate with Other Churches – Can local congregations unite for evangelism or community impact?
3. Pray for Global Unity – Intercede for persecuted believers and divided denominations.

Example:

• If churches in a city united against crime, poverty, or false ideologies, their collective light would overpower darkness (Matthew 5:14-16).

5. The Promise of Victory Through Unity

Ecclesiastes 4:12 assures us:

• “A threefold cord is not quickly broken.”
• Christ is the central cord binding us together (Colossians 3:14).

Prayer:
“Father, break every spirit of division in Your Church. Help us to love as Christ loves, to reconcile quickly, and to unite in prayer and purpose. May our unity confound the enemy and bring revival to our nations, in Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Final Thought

The devil’s strategy is to divide and conquer, but God’s strategy is to unite and empower. As the early Church turned the world upside down through unity (Acts 17:6), so can we.

Scripture for Meditation:
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1, KJV)

Let us build bridges, not walls, for the glory of God!

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