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The Open Heavens 8 January 2026 devotional for today is DON’T ENSNARE YOURSELF.

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 HEAVENS 8 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: DON’T ENSNARE YOURSELF

MEMORISE:
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Proverbs 18:21

READ: 2 Samuel 1:1-16
1 Now it came to pass after the death of Saul, when David was returned from the slaughter of the Amalekites, and David had abode two days in Ziklag;
2 It came even to pass on the third day, that, behold, a man came out of the camp from Saul with his clothes rent, and earth upon his head: and so it was, when he came to David, that he fell to the earth, and did obeisance.
3 And David said unto him, From whence comest thou? And he said unto him, Out of the camp of Israel am I escaped.
4 And David said unto him, How went the matter? I pray thee, tell me. And he answered, That the people are fled from the battle, and many of the people also are fallen and dead; and Saul and Jonathan his son are dead also.
5 And David said unto the young man that told him, How knowest thou that Saul and Jonathan his son be dead?

6 And the young man that told him said, As I happened by chance upon mount Gilboa, behold, Saul leaned upon his spear; and, lo, the chariots and horsemen followed hard after him.
7 And when he looked behind him, he saw me, and called unto me. And I answered, Here am I.
8 And he said unto me, Who art thou? And I answered him, I am an Amalekite.
9 He said unto me again, Stand, I pray thee, upon me, and slay me: for anguish is come upon me, because my life is yet whole in me.
10 So I stood upon him, and slew him, because I was sure that he could not live after that he was fallen: and I took the crown that was upon his head, and the bracelet that was on his arm, and have brought them hither unto my lord.

11 Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:
12 And they mourned, and wept, and fasted until even, for Saul, and for Jonathan his son, and for the people of the Lord, and for the house of Israel; because they were fallen by the sword.
13 And David said unto the young man that told him, Whence art thou? And he answered, I am the son of a stranger, an Amalekite.
14 And David said unto him, How wast thou not afraid to stretch forth thine hand to destroy the Lord’s anointed?
15 And David called one of the young men, and said, Go near, and fall upon him. And he smote him that he died.
16 And David said unto him, Thy blood be upon thy head; for thy mouth hath testified against thee, saying, I have slain the Lord’s anointed.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 8 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

In Nigeria, there is a common saying that everyone has the freedom of speech, but freedom after speech is not guaranteed. As funny as this statement sounds, it is very true in the spirit realm. Proverbs 6:2 says:

“Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.”

God doesn’t stop you from speaking, but you must be careful so that the things you say do not bring you into bondage.

Sometime ago, a woman who had been looking for the fruit of the womb for many years told

God in her desperation, “Lord, just let me get pregnant once, then you can take my life on the day of delivery. I just want this reproach to be over.” When it was time to deliver, she came to RCCG’s maternity clinic. For days, this woman remained in labour. Her condition was so bad that they had to call me to pray for her. After asking her some questions, we discovered what she had said earlier, and I said to myself, “If this woman wanted to die, why then did she choose to come here?” Apparently, she did not want to die anymore. We cried to God for mercy, and He answered. She delivered safely and went home with her baby in good health. Imagine if there was no man of God available to cancel the pronouncement she had made on herself in her desperation; she could have died.

Today’s Bible reading tells us the story of a young man who was destroyed by his words.

After Saul’s death, this man, who was an Amalekite, ran to David to tell him that he had killed Saul, even though he was not the one who killed him (1 Samuel 31:l-6). He thought telling David that he had killed Saul would grant him favour before David, but the opposite was the case, and his words became his death sentence.

When David heard him say that he had killed Saul, the anointed king of God’s people, he commanded one of the young men with him to execute him.

Beloved, be mindful of the words you speak, especially when you are highly emotional. Do not allow your emotions, whether excitement, happiness, anger, sadness, or frustration, to push you to say things that can put you in bondage and hurt your destiny. I pray that you will always speak with wisdom and grace. May your words never bring you into bondage, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT

Your words can put you in trouble. Be mindful of what you say.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 26-28

HYMN 33: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH!

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 8 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Proverbs 18:21
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.”
This scripture reveals the creative and destructive authority delegated to human speech. Words are not merely sounds; they are spiritual containers that release either life-force or death-force into your environment and future. You are destined to consume, as a harvest, the fruit of the seeds your words have sown.

BIBLE READING: 2 Samuel 1:1-16
This passage is a sobering case study of the power of words. An Amalekite, seeking reward, imprudently boasts of killing the Lord’s anointed—a claim that was both a lie and a spiritual transgression. His own testimony, spoken to gain favour, becomes the legal evidence for his execution. He literally ate the death-fruit of his tongue.

The Bondage of Unbridled Speech

Daddy Adeboye issues a critical warning about the spiritual law of words. While God gives freedom of speech, He does not suspend the spiritual consequences that follow. The devotional emphasizes that our words, especially those spoken under intense emotion, can create spiritual bonds or legal grounds that directly impact our destiny, for good or for ill.

1. Words as Spiritual Snares and Legal Testimonies

You Are Snared by Your Words:
Proverbs 6:2 uses the imagery of a hunter’s trap. Reckless words are not just spoken into the air; they can loop back and ensnare the speaker, restricting their freedom and limiting their future. The woman with the word of death over her delivery and the Amalekite with his false testimony both found themselves trapped by their own declarations.

Emotions are a Poor Counselor:
Desperation, anger, excitement, or fear can temporarily hijack your spiritual discernment, leading to declarations that oppose God’s will for your life. Daddy Adeboye warns that the heat of emotion is the most dangerous time to make pronouncements about your future, your relationships, or your identity.

2. Two Cautionary Tales: The Power of Pronouncements

The Desperate Vow (Self-Inflicted Bondage):
The woman’s story illustrates how a desperate vow, though prayed to God, can set a destructive spiritual process in motion. She attempted to barter with God, not understanding that her words had creative power. Her pronouncement nearly overrode God’s merciful nature for her life, requiring urgent prophetic intervention to cancel its effect.

The Presumptuous Boast (Other-Inflicted Judgment):
The Amalekite’s story shows words used to manipulate for personal gain. He crafted a narrative he thought would please David, unaware of the spiritual principle: “Touch not mine anointed” (Psalm 105:15). His lie about killing the Lord’s anointed invoked automatic judgment. His mouth delivered the testimony that sentenced him.

3. The Ministry of Reversal and the Need for Wisdom

The Role of Spiritual Authority:
The woman’s life was saved because a “man of God” (a recognized spiritual authority operating in the wisdom and power of Christ) could discern the root cause and intercede to cancel the negative pronouncement. This highlights the importance of being under godly covering and seeking counsel before making weighty vows.

Speaking with Wisdom and Grace:
Wisdom considers the long-term harvest of words. Grace seasons speech with the nature of Christ. The antidote to destructive speech is to pause, submit emotional impulses to the Holy Spirit, and ask: “Do these words align with life, with Scripture, and with God’s promise for me?”

How to Harness the Life-Power of Your Tongue

Implement a Speech Fast:
Periodically commit to being slow to speak (James 1:19). Use pauses to filter emotional reactions through the grid of Scripture before they become words.

Scripturalize Your Vocabulary:
Deliberately replace faithless, fearful, or angry declarations with the direct promises of God. If you feel desperate, speak Psalm 118:17 instead of a death vow. If you are angry, declare Psalm 4:4.

Cancel Past Negative Declarations:
In prayer, revisit and repent of any rash vows, curses, or negative prophecies you have spoken over yourself, your family, or your future. Revoke them in the name of Jesus and declare God’s word over those areas.

Warning: Freedom of Speech is Not Freedom from Consequences

The Nigerian saying in the devotional is a profound earthly shadow of a spiritual law. You are free to say anything, but you are not free from the spiritual, and sometimes natural, consequences that those words set in motion. Your tongue is the rudder of your life’s ship (James 3:4-5).

Conclusion: Pray for a Guarded and Life-Giving Tongue

Pray this:
“Holy Spirit, You who are the Spirit of Truth and Wisdom, take control of my tongue. Set a guard over my mouth, O Lord (Psalm 141:3). Let no word of death, despair, or rash vow proceed from my lips. Let my speech be always seasoned with grace and full of the life of Your Word. I cancel every negative pronouncement I have ever made over my destiny. I declare that my tongue is an instrument of life, blessing, and righteousness, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. The 3-Second Rule: When emotionally charged, institute a mandatory 3-second silence before responding. Use that moment to whisper, “Holy Spirit, guide my words.”
2. Conduct a Word Audit: At the end of each day, review key conversations. Repent for any words that sown strife, fear, or death. Thank God for words that brought life and grace.
3. Daily Declaration Card: Write out 3-5 life-giving scriptures about your identity in Christ and God’s promises for you. Speak them aloud over yourself every morning.
4. Seek Counsel for Weighty Vows: Before making any major vow or declaration (e.g., “I’ll never…”, “God, if You… then I…”), run it by a mature, spiritually-sound mentor or pastor.

Remember: Your tongue is your most powerful creative tool. You will eat its fruit—whether a harvest of life or death. Choose today to love life and speak it.
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” (Proverbs 18:21). Speak life.

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The Open Heavens 7 January 2026 devotional for today is THE ARMOUR OF LIGHT II.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 6 January 2026 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVENS 7 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE ARMOUR OF LIGHT II

MEMORISE:
Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
1 Peter 3:9

READ: Romans 13:10-14
10 Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.
11 And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed.
12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.
13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.
14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 7 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Yesterday, I mentioned that you must open up your heart to the light of God instead of allowing bitterness to envelop you. When you become angry and bitter anytime someone offends you, you are opening yourself up for spiritual attacks.

If you see through every hurt or betrayal that you experience, you will understand that the real target is your heart. The devil wants you to allow bitterness in your heart so that when he is sending his arrows against you, they will have a place to land. Many times, when the devil’s agents try to attack a Christian and do not succeed, they do everything they can to get the believer to become angry. Once they can get the believer to become angry and bitter, their attacks will land on him or her. This is why you must always put on your armour of light and not allow anger and bitterness to creep into your heart – it is for your own protection.

Anytime the devil sees someone whom he cannot make angry or bitter, he has seen someone who has defeated him already. In 1 Samuel 18:14, the Bible says that David behaved himself wisely. This means that he avoided anything from contaminating his heart. Even when King Saul was trying to kill him, he did not get angry or try to retaliate. In 1 Samuel 24:2-7, he had the opportunity to kill Saul, but he only cut a piece of his robe. Even when he did that, the Bible says that his heart smote him. This shows that he was a man whose armour of light was intact. As a result, he eventually became king, just as God intended. I believe that if he had killed Saul, he would not have become king, even though it was God’s original plan for him.

If you want God’s plans for you to come to pass, don’t allow bitterness into your heart; don’t give room to the devil to destroy your destiny. When some Christians do not retaliate when people hurt them but rather turn around to bless them, the world will call them fools, but they know what they are doing. Such Christians will be careful not to allow a moment of bitterness or anger to tamper with their glorious destinies in God.

Beloved, do not give room to the devil in your life; keep your armour of light intact so that you can fulfil your God given destiny.

KEY POINT:

Protect your heart from bitterness so you don’t miss out on the glorious future ahead of you.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 24-25

HYMN 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 7 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: 1 Peter 3:9
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.”
This command inverts the world’s logic of retaliation. It reveals that the refusal to repay evil with evil is not weakness, but a strategic spiritual posture that safeguards your inheritance. Your response to offense directly determines your access to divine blessing.

BIBLE READING: Romans 13:10-14
This passage continues the theme of spiritual readiness, equating walking in love with fulfilling the law. It reiterates the urgent call to “put on the Lord Jesus Christ” (the ultimate Armour of Light) and make no provision for the flesh, especially in matters of relational conflict and bitterness.

The Strategic Defence of an Unoffended Heart

Daddy Adeboye delves deeper into the practical warfare of the heart introduced yesterday. He reveals that the enemy’s ultimate goal in any hurt or betrayal is not the single event, but the secondary infection of bitterness. A bitter heart is a compromised fortress, its walls breached for future attacks.

1. The Devil’s Target and Tactic: Your Heart’s Soil

The Objective is Landing Space:
The analogy is profound: a bitter heart is a “landing strip” for demonic arrows. The initial hurt is the missile; the bitterness you harbour is the guidance system that allows further missiles to hit their mark. A joyful, forgiving heart, by divine design, is spiritually “stealthed”—invisible to enemy targeting systems.

Anger as a Spiritual Vulnerability:
The devotional makes a critical military insight: when direct attacks fail, the enemy’s fallback strategy is to provoke anger. Why? Because anger, even if “justified,” temporarily dismantles your spiritual armor (Ephesians 4:26-27). It creates a window of vulnerability where otherwise-ineffective attacks can now penetrate.

2. The Davidic Blueprint: Wisdom as Warfare

Behavioral Wisdom is Defensive Warfare:
David “behaved himself wisely” (1 Samuel 18:14). This wisdom was his active choice to manage his emotions and reactions in the face of extreme, unjust provocation. It wasn’t passive; it was a deliberate strategy to keep his heart clean and his destiny on track. His wisdom was his warfare.

The Conviction That Protects Destiny:
Even when David secretly cut Saul’s robe—a minor act of retaliation—”his heart smote him” (1 Samuel 24:5). This conviction from the Holy Spirit was evidence that his “armour of light” was active and intact. That sensitivity protected him from a greater error (killing Saul) that would have derailed God’s plan. Your conscience, aligned with the Word, is a key component of your armour.

3. The High Stakes: Your Destiny Hangs in the Balance

Retaliation Alters Divine Timelines:
Daddy Adeboye presents a staggering spiritual principle: David would have forfeited the kingship God had ordained for him if he had killed Saul. Your destiny is guaranteed by God’s promise, but your access to it and the timing of it can be hindered by your choices—especially the choice to retaliate and harbor bitterness.

The “Foolishness” That Secures Inheritance:
To bless those who curse you (Luke 6:28) is foolishness to the world but supreme wisdom in the spirit. It is the direct application of 1 Peter 3:9. This “foolish” act does two things: 1) It disarms the enemy by refusing to play his game, and 2) It activates the clause of your inheritance: “…that ye should inherit a blessing.”

How to Maintain an Impenetrable Heart

Pre-emptive Blessing:
Don’t wait for the offense to take root. When hurt, immediately begin to pray blessings upon the offender. This is not an emotion but a warfare decree. It fills the space in your heart where bitterness would try to grow.

Guard the Gates of Your Soul:
Your eyes (what you choose to focus on) and your ears (what narratives you replay) are the gates to your heart. Refuse to dwell on the details of the offense. Instead, dwell on God’s promises and faithfulness (Philippians 4:8).

Cultivate Heart Sensitivity:
Like David, foster a heart so tender towards the Holy Spirit that even a “small” act of retaliation causes discomfort. This sensitivity is your early-warning system against compromise.

Warning: A Moment of Bitterness Can Tamper with a Lifetime of Destiny

Do not treat your emotional responses as insignificant. A single decision to retaliate or nurture a grudge can introduce a spiritual virus that corrupts the software of your destiny. Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the issues of life—and of destiny (Proverbs 4:23).

Conclusion: Pray for a Fortified and Unoffendable Spirit

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, my Armour of Light, I refuse to render evil for evil. I seal my heart against every arrow of bitterness. I choose to bless those who hurt me, thereby securing my divine inheritance. Let Your love so flood my heart that no root of bitterness can find soil. Grant me the Davidic wisdom to behave wisely under pressure, protecting the glorious destiny You have prepared for me. My heart is Your guarded fortress, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Conduct a Retaliation Audit: Is there any person you are secretly “paying back” through coldness, gossip, or withheld kindness? Repent and initiate a blessing today (a prayer for them, a kind word).
2. Create a Blessing List: Write the names of your “Sauls”—those who have hurt or opposed you. Commit to praying a one-sentence blessing over each name daily for 21 days (e.g., “Lord, bless [Name] and lead them to Your purpose.”).
3. Memorise Your Arsenal: Commit 1 Peter 3:9 and Proverbs 19:11 (“The discretion of a man deferreth his anger…”) to memory. Recite them the moment you feel provoked.
4. Practice Immediate Obedience to Conviction: If your heart “smites you” over a thought or action, repent immediately. Do not let the sun go down on that wound (Ephesians 4:26).

Remember: An unoffendable heart is not a heart that never feels pain, but a heart that refuses to let pain become a stronghold. It is your most powerful defensive weapon. The enemy you cannot make angry is the enemy you have already defeated.
“Not rendering evil for evil… but contrariwise blessing; that ye should inherit a blessing.” (1 Peter 3:9). Guard your inheritance.

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The Open Heaven 6 January 2026 devotional for today is THE ARMOUR OF LIGHT I.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 5 January 2026 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 6 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE ARMOUR OF LIGHT I

MEMORISE:
The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.
Romans 13:12

READ: Romans 13:12-14
12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.
13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.
14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Many believers are dealing with darkness inside their hearts because their hearts are full of bitterness and anger. Some of these believers are angry with God, their spouses, children, parents, etc.

I understand that the world is a wicked place, and it can be easy for bitterness to creep into your heart. However, instead of allowing bitterness to envelop you, you must open up your heart to the light of God. The word of God is light; let this light become an armour that protects you from darkness.

Today’s memory verse admonishes us to cast off the works of darkness and put on the armour of light. Light is an armour, and just as a soldier needs armour to survive the attacks of an enemy, light protects you from any arrow of bitterness that the enemy might shoot against you.

To put on the armour of light, you must cast off the works of darkness. You cannot overcome the prince of darkness when you have the works of darkness in you.

Sin is the greatest work of darkness. If you are still living in sin, you must repent, put on the armour of light, and live righteously.

As I have progressed in life, I have experienced betrayals from different people. I have been hurt by people who are far from me and people who are very dear to me. I have been hurt by unbelievers and even by some ministers of God.

However, despite all these, I haven’t lost my joy. I haven’t stopped being kind, even to those who betrayed me. Even though they may have hurt me, my heart is protected by the armour of light, which will not allow darkness to creep into my heart.

Beloved, don’t keep malice, and don’t focus on people who have hurt you. Ephesians 6:12 says:
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”

The real enemy is the devil, who wants to plant a seed of bitterness in your heart so you can be filled with darkness. Don’t let him succeed; rather, put on the armour of light by subjecting all your thoughts to the authority of Christ, casting off every sinful habit and meditating on God’s word at all times.

As you do this, I pray that your heart will be filled with joy, and you will continually experience the peace of God that passes all understanding.

ACTION POINT:

If there is any work of darkness in your life, ensure you cast them off and put on the armour of light

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 21-23

HYMN 59: I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 6 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Romans 13:12
“The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.”
This verse presents a profound spiritual transition. It declares an end to the season of moral and spiritual night and commands two active responses: a decisive rejection of dark works and a deliberate clothing of oneself with light as a defensive weapon.

BIBLE READING: Romans 13:12-14
This passage frames the Christian life as a moment of urgent preparation for the full dawning of God’s day. It moves from a command to a practical checklist—from putting on light to putting on Christ Himself, making no provision for the fleshly desires that belong to the darkness.

The Armour of Light: Your Guard Against Inner Darkness

Daddy Adeboye shifts the focus from external spiritual warfare to the most critical internal battleground: the human heart. The devotional teaches that the greatest darkness to fear is not around you, but the bitterness that can grow within you. True victory is found not merely in resisting the devil, but in protecting your heart’s soil from his most poisonous seed.

1. The Nature of the Internal Battle

The Darkness of Unresolved Hurt:
Bitterness, anger, and unforgiveness are identified as “works of darkness” that take up residence inside a believer. These are not just emotions; they are spiritual forces that corrupt fellowship with God and people, creating internal night while external day dawns. A bitter heart lives in perpetual night, regardless of the time on God’s clock.

The True Enemy’s Strategy:
Ephesians 6:12 is correctly applied: people are not the ultimate enemy. The devil uses hurts, betrayals, and injustices—from strangers, loved ones, and even ministers—as delivery systems for his true weapon: the seed of bitterness. His goal is not just to hurt you once, but to get you to harbour the hurt, allowing it to germinate into a root of darkness that defiles many (Hebrews 12:15).

2. The Armour Defined: What Light Does

Light as Protective Gear:
Unlike armour of steel that blocks physical arrows, the “armour of light” is the manifested presence of God’s Word and character in your life. It works by exposing the poisonous arrow of bitterness for what it is the moment it tries to pierce your heart, allowing you to discard it before it embeds and infects.

The Incompatibility Principle:
Light and darkness cannot occupy the same space (2 Corinthians 6:14). To “put on” the armour of light is to consciously clothe your thoughts, reactions, and memories with the nature of Christ—His forgiveness, mercy, and love. This divine light automatically repels and dissolves the clinging shadows of resentment.

3. The Two-Fold Command: Cast Off, Put On

You Cannot Do One Without the Other:
Daddy Adeboye emphasizes that you cannot overcome the prince of darkness while entertaining his works. Spiritual victory is not just defensive; it is intensely active:

1. Cast Off: This is repentance. It is a deliberate, forceful rejection—like removing filthy garments. It means naming the bitterness, the grudge, the sinful anger, and confessing it as the darkness it is.
2. Put On: This is renewal. It is the conscious application of God’s truth and character to the raw, vulnerable areas where the darkness once resided. You replace meditation on the hurt with meditation on the Word (Psalm 119:130).

4. Daddy Adeboye’s Personal Testimony: A Protected Heart

The Proof of the Armour:
The writer shares his own journey of betrayals from various quarters. His testimony is crucial: the armour of light does not make you impervious to pain, but it makes you impervious to the darknesspain tries to bring. You can be hurt yet remain joyful; be betrayed yet remain kind. The light within protects your core identity and spiritual fruit from being corrupted by the actions of others.

How to Maintain the Armour of Light

Subject Thoughts to Christ:
Capture every thought of revenge, replayed offense, or self-pity and deliberately bring it under the authority of Christ’s word and example (2 Corinthians 10:5). Ask, “Does this thought belong to the darkness I have cast off, or to the light I have put on?”

Live in Conscious Righteousness:
Habitual, unrepentant sin in any area pokes a hole in your armour, creating a direct entry point for darkness. Daily repentance and reliance on Christ’s righteousness keep the armour intact.

Choose Focus Wisely:
“Do not focus on people who have hurt you.” Your focus empowers what it dwells on. Focusing on the hurt feeds darkness; focusing on Christ, your healer and vindicator, feeds the light.

Warning: Malice is a Self-Inflicted Wound

Keeping malice is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies. It is a work of darkness that, while aimed at another, first corrupts your own heart. It voluntarily disarms the armour of light.

Conclusion: Pray for a Fortified Heart

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, You are my Light and my Salvation. I actively now cast off every work of darkness—every root of bitterness, every seed of anger, every record of wrongs. I put on the full armour of Your light. Let Your Word so saturate my heart that it becomes an impenetrable guard, exposing and rejecting every arrow of hurt. Fill me with Your joy and fortify me with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. My heart is Your dwelling place; let no darkness remain, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Conduct a Heart Audit: In prayer, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any hidden bitterness or unresolved anger towards any person (or God). Write down the names He brings to mind.
2. The Casting Off Ritual: For each name or hurt, pray a prayer of release: “In Jesus’ name, I choose to forgive [name]. I cast off the hurt from this event and I release them to You.” Tear up or burn the list as a symbol of letting go.
3. The Putting On Practice: For 7 days, meditate on one “light” scripture about God’s character each morning (e.g., 1 John 1:5, Psalm 27:1, Matthew 5:14-16). Confess it over your heart as your armour.
4. Practice Preemptive Blessing: This week, do a kind act for or speak a blessing over someone you’ve struggled with (if safe to do so). This actively reinforces the armour of light.

Remember: The night of internal torment is far spent. The day of a healed, joyful, and peaceful heart is at hand. Your choice to cast off and put on is the turning point.
“Let us put on the armour of light.” (Romans 13:12). Wear it daily, and walk in victory.

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The Open Heaven 5 January 2026 devotional for today: LET THERE BE LIGHT

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 5 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: LET THERE BE LIGHT

MEMORISE:
And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.
Genesis 1:3

READ: Acts 3:1-8
1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour.
2 And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple;
3 Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms.
4 And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.
5 And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.

6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.
7 And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.
8 And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 5 JANUARY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When God said, “Let there be light” in today’s memory verse, it simply meant that there was darkness before then, and at that moment, light was yet to come. “Let there be light” signifies an end to sorrow and the beginning of joy.

In Psalm 30:5, the Bible says that sorrow may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Sorrow changes to joy when light comes. Likewise, confusion gives way to clarity at the entrance of light.

If you are driving on a dark highway and suddenly, your car headlamps malfunction, you might find yourself in total darkness. In such cases, it is wise to quickly look for a safe space to park the vehicle because it is not safe to drive in total darkness. This is why darkness is associated with stagnation; there is usually no movement in an environment that is totally dark.

If whatever is wrong with the car is corrected, however, and the headlamps begin to work again, then you can continue your journey. Whenever there is light, there is usually progress. I pray that light will come into your life in this new year, and there will be an end to stagnation. This year, you will experience progress and joy, in Jesus’ name.

In today’s Bible reading, we read about a man who was born lame. For many years, he was carried to the same spot daily so he could beg for alms. He had been stagnant all his life; however, when the Almighty God decided to visit him, not only did he start walking, he was jumping and praising God. Light shone on him because he had met Jesus through Peter and John, and he experienced a great turnaround.

When the light of God comes into your life, you will move forward and upwards.

People normally sleep at night, and this is why Apostle Paul said in 1 Thessalonians 5:7 that those who sleep do so in the night. There is usually no movement when people are asleep.

However, when the day breaks, light comes, and people awake from their sleep to go about their daily activities. Stagnancy gives way to progress when light comes. Beloved, I pray for you that the light of God will shine on every aspect of your life. There shall be no stagnancy in your life, and throughout this year, you will only move forward and upwards, in Jesus’ name.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, please let Your light shine upon all areas ofmy life this year, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 18-20

HYMN 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 5 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Genesis 1:3
“And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.”
This is the first creative command of God in Scripture, marking the irreversible end of darkness’s dominion. It establishes a fundamental spiritual principle: God’s spoken word initiates transformation, turning impossibility into reality and introducing order, clarity, and life where none existed.

BIBLE READING: Acts 3:1-8
This passage is a living demonstration of Genesis 1:3 in the New Testament. A man in the perpetual “night” of lameness and beggary encounters the living Word through the apostles. The command “In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk” is the “Let there be light” moment that shatters his decades of darkness and stagnation, propelling him into a new life of movement and praise.

The Creative Command: Ending Your Night

Daddy Adeboye masterfully connects the original creation to personal destiny. The devotional teaches that the “darkness” over your life is not a permanent state but a condition awaiting the command of God. That command, when spoken in faith, is the catalyst that turns your sorrow to joy and your confusion to clarity.

1. The Nature of Spiritual Darkness

Darkness as Stagnation and Sorrow:
The analogy of a car with failed headlamps on a dark highway is powerful. Darkness forces a halt; it is unsafe to move. Spiritually, this represents seasons where progress seems impossible, vision is absent, and you are stuck in a cycle of despair or repetitive failure (Psalm 30:5). The lame man at the Beautiful Gate embodies this—daily routine with no forward movement.

The Sleep of Inactivity:
Citing 1 Thessalonians 5:7, Daddy Adeboye notes that night is for sleep, a time of inactivity. Spiritual or destiny “sleep” is a state of unconsciousness to God’s purpose, where potential lies dormant. The enemy’s goal is to keep you in this night, asleep to your calling and stagnant in your condition.

2. The Moment Light Comes: A Divine Intervention

God’s Decree is the Catalyst:
Light did not gradually appear; it was summoned by divine fiat. Similarly, your turnaround often begins with a specific, spoken decree from God—whether received through Scripture, prophecy, or a Spirit-impressed word in your heart. This decree carries creative power to birth what it declares.

The Peter and John Principle:
The lame man’s light came through agents of the Word. He encountered Christ through the apostles who carried His authority and faith. Your “light” moment may come through a preached word, a godly counsel, or a direct revelation from God’s Word that you embrace as truth for your situation.

3. The Result of Divine Light: From Stagnation to Supernatural Movement

Immediate and Dramatic Change:
The man’s healing was instant and comprehensive. He didn’t just walk; he leaped, demonstrating an overflow of joy and restored strength. Divine light doesn’t just allow you to move; it imparts a supernatural capacity for movement, turning a crawl into a leap, and grumbling into praise.

Forward and Upward Trajectory:
Light doesn’t just illuminate your current spot; it reveals the path forward. Daddy Adeboye prophesies a “forward and upward” movement. This means progressive advancement (forward) and promotion or elevation (upward) in every aspect of life—spiritually, financially, in health, and in purpose.

How to Position for Your “Let There Be Light” Moment

Position Yourself at the ‘Beautiful Gate’:
The lame man was placed where people went to worship. Be consistently in the place of prayer, fellowship, and the teaching of God’s Word. Your breakthrough will meet you where you expect God.

Listen for the Command, Not Just Coins:
The man asked for alms (a temporary fix), but Peter and John offered a creative command (a permanent solution). Train your spirit to recognize and receive God’s life-giving word for your situation, even when it’s different from what you initially asked for.

Respond in Obedient Faith:
The command required a response: “And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up” (Acts 3:7). When God’s light-releasing word comes to you, you must act on it in faith, even if your “legs” have never worked before. Your faith-action completes the circuit for the miracle.

Warning: Don’t Acclimate to the Darkness

The greatest danger is to grow accustomed to your night, to decorate your stagnation, and to make peace with your lameness. The lame man could have refused Peter’s hand, content with his daily alms. Reject that spirit. Cry out for the light until it comes.

Conclusion: Decree Light Over Your Life

Pray this:
“Creator God, who commanded light at the beginning, speak Your creative word over my life now! Let there be light in every area shrouded in darkness, stagnation, and sorrow. I receive Your command that ends my night and launches me into a new day of progress and joy. I rise up in faith, like the lame man, and I choose to walk, leap, and praise You for my forward and upward movement this year, in Jesus’ mighty name!”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Darkness: Write down one specific area of “darkness” or “stagnation” in your life. Name it before God.
2. Find Your Genesis 1:3 Verse: Search Scripture for a promise that directly contradicts that darkness (e.g., for financial lack, Philippians 4:19). This is God’s “Let there be light” decree for you.
3. Activate It Daily: For 21 days, speak that scripture aloud over your situation every morning and night, declaring “Let there be light!”
4. Prepare to Leap: Perform one act of faith this week that corresponds to your desired breakthrough (e.g., if praying for a job, update your CV/send an application). This is you “stretching forth” your lame leg in response to the word.

Remember: The same God who spoke to primordial darkness speaks to your situation. His word is not a suggestion; it is a creative command. Your season of stagnation ends now.
“And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.” (Genesis 1:3). Receive your light now.

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The Open Heavens 4 January 2026 devotional for today is Yield To His Spirit

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 4 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: Yield To His Spirit

MEMORISE:
And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. – Genesis 1:2 (KJV)

READ: Romans 8:6-16

6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.
7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.
8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.
9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.
10 And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.

11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.
12 Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.
13 For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.
14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 4 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

One of the things that happened in Genesis 1 was that God changed confusion to clarity. The Bible says that the earth was without form; however, after the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters, beauty and order came out of the formless earth.

Before God appeared in Genesis 1:2, the earth was dark and empty. Emptiness is not a good thing. If a student is said to be ’empty-headed’, for example, it implies that no matter how hard the student studies, he or she won’t be successful academically. After the Spirit of God intervened in Genesis 1:2, however, emptiness gave way to fullness. You will discover that God called everything that followed immediately after that intervention ‘good’.

When the supernatural collides with the natural, the natural must give way. For example, in Judges 14:5-6, the Lion of the tribe of Judah easily overcame the physical lion that roared at Samson because the Spirit of God was upon him. Believe me, you cannot achieve anything meaningful this year with your natural abilities alone (John 15:5). However, if you yield to the Holy Spirit, you will have outstanding success in all areas of your life.

When you yield to the Spirit of God, He overshadows you. This means that He will be in control of your words, thoughts, and actions. When this happens, you will experience a supernatural change in your life, and you will come into a realm of endless possibilities.

Beloved, yield completely to the leading of the Holy Spirit this year. Spend quality time praying in the Holy Spirit daily and rely on His leading in all you do (Romans 8:14). If, however, you have not surrendered your life to Christ, you must do so before you can receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Confess your sins, promise God you will not return to them, and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. After you’ve done this, ask God to baptise you in the Holy Spirit and seek a genuine minister of God to pray with you so you can receive His baptism with the evidence of speaking in tongues. You must also fast regularly if you want to subject your flesh to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Lastly, you must study the Bible diligently every day and obey all of God’s instructions. If you do all these, the Spirit of God will move mightily in your life, and everything that has been termed impossible will become possible.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, please overshadow me with Your precious Holy Spirit and make impossibilities become possible in my life, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 13-17

HYMN 18: Praise To The Lord The Almighty, The King Of Creation

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 4 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Genesis 1:2
“And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.”
This verse captures the state of primal chaos and emptiness. Yet, it holds the key to transformation: the moving of the Spirit of God. It establishes that before any creative command was spoken, the Spirit was present and active, preparing chaos for order.

BIBLE READING: Romans 8:6-16
This passage contrasts the mindset of the flesh (leading to death and confusion) with the mindset of the Spirit (leading to life, peace, and sonship). It defines the yielded life as one led by the Spirit of God, who empowers us and bears witness that we are children of God.

The Move of the Spirit: From Chaos to Creation

Daddy Adeboye directs us to the original template for personal transformation. Just as the Spirit brooded over the formless earth, He desires to move upon the areas of our lives that are chaotic, empty, or dark. The devotional makes it clear: your natural abilities are insufficient for a supernatural year; you require the intervention of the Holy Spirit.

1. Diagnosing the “Without Form and Void”

The State of Confusion and Emptiness:
“Without form” speaks of confusion, lack of direction, and undefined purpose. “Void” speaks of emptiness, lack of fulfillment, and fruitlessness. This can manifest in a career, relationship, spiritual life, or mental state. It is the raw material of frustration.

The Limitation of the Natural:
An “empty-headed” student, as illustrated, represents the ultimate limitation of natural effort alone. You can strive, but without the Spirit’s illumination and empowerment, core transformation and lasting success remain out of reach (John 15:5). The flesh cannot fix what the flesh has caused.

2. The Catalyst: The Spirit’s Movement

The Supernatural Collision:
When the supernatural (the Spirit of God) collides with the natural (your situation), the natural must give way. The example of Samson (Judges 14:5-6) is potent: the Spirit of the Lord came mightily upon him, and a physical lion was rendered powerless. Your “roaring lion” of a problem is subject to the same law when the Spirit moves.

From Intervention to “Good”:
Notice the sequence: Spirit moves, then God speaks, then creation responds, and God calls it “good.” The Spirit’s movement is the necessary prerequisite for God’s creative word to find fertile ground in your life. What He later calls “good” starts with the Spirit’s overshadowing.

3. The Yielded Life: Overshadowed and Controlled

The Meaning of Yieldedness:
To yield is to surrender the right-of-way. It is a conscious decision to let the Holy Spirit be in control of your words, thoughts, and actions (Romans 8:5-6). This isn’t a loss of personality, but the alignment of your will with God’s perfect will, releasing you into a realm of “endless possibilities.”

The Evidence of Overshadowing:
When the Spirit overshadows you, your life begins to bear supernatural fruit—peace where there was anxiety, clarity where there was confusion, wisdom where there was foolishness, and power where there was weakness. You operate from a place of divine initiative, not human reaction.

4. The Pathway to Empowerment and Impossibilities Made Possible

The Foundational Step: Salvation:
Daddy Adeboye is clear: the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Christ. You cannot host the Spirit without first surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus. This is non-negotiable: confess, repent, accept.

The Essential Practices:

1. Praying in the Spirit: This builds you up and prays perfectly according to God’s will (Jude 1:20, Romans 8:26-27).
2. Fasting Regularly: This disciplines the flesh and sharpens spiritual sensitivity (Matthew 17:21).
3. Diligent Bible Study: The Spirit speaks through the Word. This is how you learn His language and instructions.
4. Obedience: Prompt, complete obedience to God’s instructions is the proof of yieldedness.

Warning: Striving in the Natural Leads to Emptiness

Attempting to navigate a spiritual year with only natural tools—human wisdom, sheer willpower, worldly strategies—guarantees a continuation of the “without form and void” state. It is an exercise in frustration.

Conclusion: Invite the Brooding Spirit

Pray this:
“Holy Spirit, You who moved upon the face of the deep, I invite You to move upon the chaotic and empty areas of my life. I yield completely to Your leading. Overshadow my mind, my words, and my actions. Baptize me afresh in Your power. Where there is confusion, bring divine order. Where there is emptiness, bring divine fullness. I rely not on my strength but on Your mighty moving. Make every impossibility in my life bow to the name of Jesus, as I am led by You!”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your “Deep”: Name one area of life that feels “without form and void.” Present it specifically to God in prayer.
2. Daily Yielding Prayer: Each morning, before anything else, pray: “Holy Spirit, I yield my will, schedule, and decisions to You today. Lead me, guide me, overshadow me.”
3. Commit to a Discipline: Choose one of the essential practices (e.g., 15 mins of praying in the Spirit daily, a weekly fast, a structured Bible reading plan) and commit to it for the next 30 days.
4. Obey the Last Prompt: Act immediately on the last clear instruction God gave you. This opens the channel for more.

Remember: The same Spirit that hovered over chaos to prepare for creation is ready to hover over your life. Your transformation from confusion to clarity, from emptiness to fullness, begins with His move.
“And the Spirit of God moved…” (Genesis 1:2). Let Him move in you.

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The Open Heaven 3 January 2026 devotional for today is EMBRACE HIS WORD.

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 3 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: EMBRACE HIS WORD

MEMORISE:
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12

READ: Genesis 1:1-5
1. In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.
2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.
3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.
4 And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness.
5 And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And the evening and the morning were the first day.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 3 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Before the first dawn in Genesis 1, there was God. The Bible says that in the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth. This means that before the first day ever came, God had been around.

John 1:l says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” God is the creator of the beginning, and He created the beginning with His word. He created this new year and everything that will happen in it with His word.

Therefore, if you want to be in control of events in this new year, you must pay close attention to the word of God.

And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. Mark 11:22-23

According to the Scripture above, if you have faith in God, you can command mountains to move, and they will move. The Bible also tells us in Romans 10:17 that faith comes by hearing the word of God. The amount of God’s word you allow into your heart this year will determine how powerful you will be against mountains. If you study God’s word daily, whenever you encounter a mountain, you will be so full of the word and faith that when you speak to that mountain, it will disappear.

Psalm 107:20 say:
He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.

There are certain illnesses that no doctor on earth can treat. There are also certain surgeries that doctors have not yet discovered how to perform. Some surgeries are now carried out by laser light that penetrates parts of the body that scalpels cannot reach. This is why, when the Bible says that the entrance of God’s word gives light (Psalm 119:130), it means that when God sends His word, it cures the incurable and penetrates areas of a person’s life that seemed impossible to reach.

Beloved, embrace God’s word more than ever before this year. Study, meditate on, and confess it diligently every day. As you fill your heart with the word of God and make it your companion at all times this year, I decree that you will experience all-round victory, in Jesus’ name.

ACTION POINT:

Make a commitment to follow the Bible-in-On-Year schedule in this devotional throughout this year.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 9-12

HYMN 3: ANCIENT WORDS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 3 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Hebrews 4:12
“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”
This verse reveals the living, active, and surgical nature of God’s Word. It is not merely text; it is a divine instrument that operates with precision, separating truth from deception in our innermost being and empowering decisive spiritual action.

BIBLE READING: Genesis 1:1-5
This foundational passage establishes the creative primacy of God and His Word. Before “Day One,” God was. The dawn of creation itself was spoken into existence, setting the precedent that every new beginning, season, and year is framed and authored by the Word of God.

The Primacy and Power of God’s Word

Daddy Adeboye directs our focus to the ultimate source of authority and control: the spoken Word of God. The devotional argues that just as God used His Word to establish order over the primordial chaos, you must use that same Word to establish order and victory over the chaos of your life in this new year.

1. God’s Word is Foundational to Every Beginning

The Pre-Existent Word:
Before the first dawn, there was God. Before any earthly calendar, there was the Eternal Word (John 1:1). This means that to navigate any new season successfully, you must connect to the reality that existed before it—the unchanging Word. Your year is not controlled by economic forecasts or global events, but by the Word that framed the world.

Creative Authority:
God didn’t just observe the beginning; He created it with His Word. Therefore, your approach to the year must be proactive creation, not passive reaction. By speaking God’s Word in faith, you partner with Him to create outcomes, shape atmospheres, and establish realities in your life.

2. Your Voice Activated by His Word Moves Mountains

The Mechanism of Faith:
Faith in God (Mark 11:22) is not a vague feeling; it is a confident force birthed and sustained by specific exposure to God’s Word (Romans 10:17). Daddy Adeboye clarifies: your spiritual authority is directly proportional to your spiritual intake. The “mountains” of obstacle, sickness, or failure cannot withstand the spoken command of a believer whose heart is saturated with Scripture.

The Principle of Saturation and Release:
You will not rise to the occasion in crisis. You will default to your level of saturation. Daily study builds a reservoir of the Word so that when a mountain appears, your spirit, already full, releases a authoritative command of faith that dismantles it. Empty hearts have no authority; full hearts command with divine power.

3. God’s Word is a Surgical and Healing Instrument

Beyond Human Remedy:
Psalm 107:20 reveals that God’s Word is His chosen delivery system for healing and deliverance. Doctors have limits—some illnesses are untreatable, some areas unreachable. God’s Word, like a spiritual laser, penetrates beyond where any human instrument can reach, targeting the root of spiritual, emotional, and physical destruction.

The Illuminating Entrance:
Psalm 119:130 states that the entrance of God’s Word gives light. This means understanding and revelation are what bring change. It’s not about reciting verses in the dark, but about allowing the Word to enter your understanding until it illuminates the problem and itself becomes the solution. It brings diagnostic light and healing power simultaneously.

How to Exercise Dominion Through The Word This Year

Embrace, Study, Meditate, Confess:
Daddy Adeboye outlines a four-fold strategy:

1. Embrace: Receive it with love and submission as your final authority.
2. Study: Engage it intellectually and systematically (2 Timothy 2:15).
3. Meditate: Marinate your spirit in it through continual reflection (Joshua 1:8).
4. Confess: Vocalize it consistently, aligning your speech with God’s reality.

Make It Your Constant Companion:
The Word must be your non-negotiable daily companion—more constant than your phone. This constant communion transforms your thought patterns, renews your mind (Romans 12:2), and programs your spirit for victory.

Warning: A Word-Starved Life is a Powerless Life

To neglect the Word is to voluntarily disarm yourself in a year of spiritual battles. You cannot command what you do not know. Cultural Christianity—hearing without doing, knowing without obeying—leaves you vulnerable and unable to shape your year.

Conclusion: Decree Your All-Round Victory

Pray this:
“Almighty God, Creator of all beginnings, I anchor my year in Your eternal Word. Saturate my heart with Your Scriptures. Let Your living Word be so mighty within me that every mountain of adversity trembles and flees at my command. I receive its surgical precision to heal every hidden brokenness and its creative power to establish my victory. This year, I shall have whatsoever I say according to Your Word, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. The 5-a-Day Plan: Commit to reading at least 5 chapters of the Bible daily to ensure comprehensive saturation.
2. Scripture Arsenal: Identify and write down 10 key verses addressing your core challenges (finances, health, family). Confess them aloud every morning and night.
3. Mountain Identification: Name one specific “mountain” in your life. Each day this week, speak directly to it using a specific command drawn from Scripture (e.g., “Mountain of debt, be removed and cast into the sea, for I am the lender and not the borrower, according to Deuteronomy 28:12”).
4. Weekly Meditation: Choose one verse per week. Write it on a card, and meditate on it during every idle moment.

Remember: The same Word that commanded light to shine out of darkness is living inside you. Your year is not at the mercy of chaos; it is under the authority of the Word you carry.
“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.” (Psalm 107:20). Let this be your year of all-round victory through The Word.

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The Open Heaven 2 January 2026 devotional for today is THE GIFT OF A NEW DAWN.

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 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE GIFT OF A NEW DAWN

MEMORISE:
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
Psalm 30:5

READ: Exodus 12:30-36
30 And Pharaoh rose up in the night, he, and all his servants, and all the Egyptians; and there was a great cry in Egypt; for there was not a house where there was not one dead.
31 And he called for Moses and Aaron by night, and said, Rise up, and get you forth from among my people, both ye and the children of Israel; and go, serve the Lord, as ye have said.
32 Also take your flocks and your herds, as ye have said, and be gone; and bless me also.
33 And the Egyptians were urgent upon the people, that they might send them out of the land in haste; for they said, We be all dead men.

34 And the people took their dough before it was leavened, their kneadingtroughs being bound up in their clothes upon their shoulders.
35 And the children of Israel did according to the word of Moses; and they borrowed of the Egyptians jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment:
36 And the Lord gave the people favour in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they lent unto them such things as they required. And they spoiled the Egyptians.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

At a time, Israel enjoyed the best in Egypt (Genesis 47:1-11). However, when a new king who didn’t know Joseph began to rule, daytime became night for the children of Israel, and their joy turned into sorrow.

The Egyptians made life unbearable for them and things became so bad that the sons of the Israelites had death waiting for them even before they were born (Exodus 1:8-22). It was a very dark time for the children of Israel.

However, when the Lord decided to turn their night into morning in Exodus 12:42, He judged their enemies and gave them a new dawn.

When God wants to bring a new dawn into a person’s life, He will often rise against the enemies he or she might have and deal with them.

On that particular night in Exodus 12:42, there was a great cry in Egypt because at least one person died in every Egyptian household. It was so terrible that Pharaoh had to let the Israelites go that same night. He told them to leave Egypt at once with all their flocks and also asked them to bless him.

What had been impossible for 430 years became possible in one night (Exodus 12:40-41) because God gave His people a new dawn and judged their enemies. In the name above all names, anything and anyone who wants to keep you in perpetual bondage will experience the judgment of God.

The Israelites’ new dawn came with a new economic and financial upgrade. The children of Israel took so much silver and gold from the Egyptians that today’s Bible reading says that they spoiled the Egyptians.

When you tell someone that you are travelling with your entire household and that fellow still lends you his or her jewellery, knowing that you may never return, that is an unusual kind of favour.

When God gives you a new dawn, you will begin to operate in divine favour. The Israelites found favour in the sight of the people who had hated them.

I decree that those who refused to help you before will begin to run around to help you from now on, in Jesus’ name.

Beloved, Jesus can give you a new dawn today. He can turn your story around and give you beauty for your ashes (Isaiah 61:3).

I encourage you to pray today’s prayer point with fervency and faith. Cry out to God until He gives you a new dawn, just like He did for the Israelites.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please give me a new dawn od favour, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 5-8

HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 2 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalm 30:5
“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”
This profound scripture contrasts the fleeting nature of divine discipline with the enduring power of His favor. It establishes the spiritual principle that seasons of darkness and sorrow are temporary for the child of God, and are divinely ordained to give way to a glorious dawn of joy and restoration.

BIBLE READING: Exodus 12:30-36
This passage captures the pivotal moment of Israel’s deliverance, where a single night of judgment upon their oppressors marked the end of 430 years of bondage. It demonstrates that God’s intervention can compress centuries of struggle into a single transformative moment, shifting power dynamics and releasing unprecedented provision.

The Dawn After a Long Night

Daddy Adeboye masterfully uses the Exodus narrative to illustrate a universal spiritual truth: no season of darkness, no matter how prolonged, is beyond the redemptive power of God to turn into a glorious morning. The devotional moves from historical account to present-day promise, assuring believers that their “Egypt” is not their end.

1. The Nature of Spiritual Night

Prolonged Darkness:
The Israelites’ 430 years in Egypt, especially the intense oppression under a new Pharaoh, symbolize seasons where God’s promises seem dormant, and hardship feels permanent (Exodus 1:8-14). This night is characterized by frustration, limitation, and seemingly unanswered prayers.

Divine Purpose in the Wait:
Even in the night, God was preparing His people. The suffering galvanized their identity as a nation and made them cry out for a deliverer (Exodus 2:23-24). Our darkest periods often incubate the faith and desperation necessary for a true deliverance, not just a temporary relief.

2. The Catalyst for a New Dawn: Divine Judgment

God Fights for His People:
As Pastor E.A. Adeboye emphasizes, a new dawn often requires God rising against the enemies of our destiny (Exodus 12:12). The “great cry” in Egypt signifies that God Himself handles the battles we could never win, dismantling systemic strongholds and oppressive powers in a single night.

The Sovereignty of God’s Timing:
The “night of watching” (Exodus 12:42) was set by God’s calendar, not Israel’s desperation. It teaches us that our deliverance is appointed. When God’s set time comes, strongholds that have stood for generations collapse overnight, making way for sudden, sweeping freedom.

3. The Evidence of Your New Dawn

Supernatural Favor and Upgrade:
The spoiling of the Egyptians (Exodus 12:36) was more than payment; it was a transfer of wealth and a divine upgrade. Those who once inflicted pain now voluntarily handed over their treasures. Daddy Adeboye calls this “unusual favour”—where former adversaries become unwilling instruments of your prosperity.

Restoration of Joy and Identity:
Leaving Egypt meant more than physical freedom; it was a restoration of destiny. The weeping of bondage was replaced by the joy of a people moving toward their promised inheritance. God doesn’t just free you from something; He frees you for something—your ordained purpose.

How to Position for Your Morning

Persistent, Faith-Filled Prayer:
The Israelites’ cry came up to God (Exodus 2:23). Your fervent prayer is the incense that rises to heaven, activating divine intervention. Do not stop crying out. As the devotional urges, pray until the dawn breaks.

Obedience in the Night:
Israel’s deliverance required them to obey the strange instructions of the Passover (Exodus 12:21-28). Your obedience in the dark season—applying the blood of Jesus (our Passover Lamb) to your life through faith—secures you when the judgment against your enemies is executed.

Expectation of the Sudden Shift:
Live in active expectation. The Israelites packed and were ready to leave (Exodus 12:11). Your faith-filled expectancy demonstrates that you believe God’s promise of morning is true, even while it’s still night.

Warning: Don’t Get Comfortable in the Night

The Danger of Familiar Bondage:
Some Israelites later longed to return to Egypt (Numbers 11:5). Do not romanticize the “night” season or grow accustomed to limitation. Believe God for the dawn and refuse to settle for anything less than His full promise.

Conclusion: Your Morning is Decreed

Pray this with fervency:
“Lord Jesus, Sun of Righteousness, I decree the end of my long night! Arise and judge every Egypt holding me in bondage. I receive my new dawn of freedom, supernatural favour, and divine upgrade. Turn my weeping into joy and my shame into glory. Let this be my season of spoiling the enemy and walking into my promised land, in Jesus’ mighty name!”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your “Egypt”: Write down the area of your life that feels like perpetual night—be it financial, marital, health, or spiritual.
2. Apply the Blood: In prayer, consciously apply the covenant blood of Jesus over that situation, declaring your protection and deliverance.
3. Pack Your Bags: Perform one practical act of faith this week that demonstrates you believe your change is coming (e.g., sowing a seed, applying for that role, starting that project).
4. Decree Daily: For 7 days, declare Psalm 30:5 over your life every morning and evening, prophesying your dawn.

Remember: Your night has a divinely ordained expiry date. The moment of favor is coming, and with it, a life-transforming dawn.
“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5). Your morning is here.

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The Open Heaven 1 January 2026 devotional for today is PRAYERS FOR THE NEW YEAR.

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 1 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: PRAYERS FOR THE NEW YEAR

MEMORISE:
Thou visitest the earth, and waterest it: thou greatly enrichest it with the river of God, which is full of water: thou preparest them corn, when thou hast so provided for it.
Psalm 65:9

READ: Genesis 41:47-49
47 And in the seven plenteous years the earth brought forth by handfuls.
48 And he gathered up all the food of the seven years, which were in the land of Egypt, and laid up the food in the cities: the food of the field, which was round about every city, laid he up in the same.
49 And Joseph gathered corn as the sand of the sea, very much, until he left numbering; for it was without number.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 1 JANUARY 2026 TODAY PRAYERS

1. Father, I thank You for bringing me into the year 2026. I am grateful for all that You did for me, my family, and my friends all through the year 2025.
2. Father, please help me to love You more than ever before in this new year. Please help me to put You first in all aspects of my life and uproot anything You have not planted in me, in Jesus’ name.
3. Lord, please help me to be completely dedicated and devoted to You this year. Help me to serve You with all my heart, soul, and might, in Jesus’ name.
4. Father, please command this new year to favour me in all areas of my life. Please visit me and my loved ones with Your rain of ease, speed, and abundance, in Jesus’ name.
5. Lord, please let this earth bring forth good fruits in abundance for me this year. Cause me to enjoy the overflow of Your blessings throughout the year, in Jesus’ name.
6. Lord, please give me and my family joy unspeakable all year round. Please do not permit anything that will cause sorrow to come near us, in Jesus’ name.
7. Lord, please multiply Your church and make her stronger this year. Please grant Your church victory over all the attacks of her adversaries this year, in Jesus’ name.
8. Father, please fill me with compassion for the needy and hurting. Make me Your instrument of peace, grace, and comfort to them this year, in Jesus’ name.
9. Father, please help me to win souls more than ever before this year. As you promised in Your word, please use me to perform greater works this year, in Jesus’ name.
10. Father, please let all Your promises for me this year be fulfilled. Let all Your plans for me be established, in Jesus’ name.
11. Father, help me to walk in Your wisdom this year. Please give me a clear understanding of Your will and enable me to walk in it fully, in Jesus’ name.
12. Your personal prayer points for the new year.

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The Open Heaven 31 December 2025 devotional for today is YOU MADE 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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OPEN HEAVEN 31 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOU MADE IT!

MEMORISE:
Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to thier teeth.
Psalm 124:6

READ: Psalm 124:1-8:
1 If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, now may Israel say;
2 If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, when men rose up against us:
3 Then they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled against us:
4 Then the waters had overwhelmed us, the stream had gone over our soul:
5 Then the proud waters had gone over our soul.

6 Blessed be the Lord, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth.
7 Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped.

8 Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 31 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

If you are reading today’s devotional, God has been really good to you! He has taken you through 364 days in 2025, and you will see the end of today as well in joy, in Jesus’ name.

Storms arose during the year, and fierce winds blew, but God kept you safe. He preserved your life despite the enemy’s attempts to destroy you. I want you to take some minutes to truly praise the Lord.

If 2025 has been a really good year for you, l want to tell you that there are better days ahead. God is about to give you a new book with 365 blank pages! His thoughts towards you are always good (Jeremiah 29:11), and He has gone ahead of you to make 2026 a blessed year for you.

Did you experience some unpleasant events this year? Cheer up; God is making all things new. My Daddy will restore anything that you might have lost (Joel 2:25), and He will give you a fresh start in 2026, in Jesus’ name.

Beloved, as you transition into 2026, I want you to do the following:

1. Reflect Deeply On All God Has Done For You, And Thank Him Abundantly. It Is Because Of Him That You Are Still Standing.
2. Forget Everything That Has Happened To You In The Past. You Cannot Move Forward If Your Gaze Is Fixed On What Is Behind You. If You Had Numerous Achievements In 2025, You Need To Keep Pressing Forward Like Paul Because There Is So Much More To Achieve (Philippians 3:13-14). On The Other Hand, If You Experienced Many Failures, Stop Counting Your Losses. Look Unto Jesus; He Will Surely Give You Good Success In 2026 (Psalm 121:1-2).
3. Abstain From Every Appearance Of Evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22). You Cannot Triumph Over The Roadblocks And Traps The Enemy Has Set For You If You Allow Sin Into Your Life. Sin Will Keep You From Progressing Into God’s Great Plans For You In 2026. Do Not Allow The Devil To Cheat You Of God’s Best For You In The Coming Year.
4. Fix Your Gaze On Jesus; You Need Him Now More Than Ever. Allow Him To Hold Your Hands, Obey His Instructions Completely, And It Will Be Well With You. Only Those Who Are Willing To Follow Him Wholeheartedly And Are Obedient To All His Instructions Shall Eat The Good Of 2026 (Isaiah 1:19).God has wonderful things in store for you in the next 365 days. 

In the name that is above all other names, I pray that you will not miss God’s best for you in 2026. Your life will not be cut short, and your eyes will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living, in Jesus’ name.

ACTION POINT

Spend some time reflecting on God’s goodness in 2025, and thank Him wholeheartedly throughout today.

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 31 DECEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalm 124:6
“Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth.”
This is a psalm of corporate thanksgiving after a narrow escape. It acknowledges that without God’s direct intervention, Israel would have been utterly consumed by their enemies. It is a declaration that our survival, our “still standing,” is not due to our own strength or cleverness, but is a direct gift from God—a deliberate withholding of us from the jaws of destruction.

BIBLE READING: Psalm 124:1-8
This entire psalm is a template for year-end reflection and praise:
v.1-5: The Collective Memory of Peril – “If it had not been the LORD who was on our side…”Repeatedly, they envision the catastrophic alternative.
v.6-7: The Thanksgiving for Deliverance – “Blessed be the LORD… Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers.” The imagery shifts from a beast’s prey to a freed bird—a picture of liberation and relief.
v.8: The Acknowledgment of the Source – “Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.” Final confidence is placed not in circumstance but in the eternal, creative power of God.

Standing at the Threshold: A Divine Transition

Pastor E.A. Adeboye delivers a powerful, pastoral charge for the turn of the year. He frames the completion of a year not as a simple calendar event, but as a testimony of divine preservation and a launch into a new season of God’s purposeful grace. The devotional provides both a call to worship for God’s faithfulness and clear, biblical instructions for stepping into the future with hope and holiness.

1. The Foundation: Acknowledging Divine Preservation

The Miracle of “Still Standing”:
The ability to read the devotional on the last day of the year is itself a testimony. “Storms arose… fierce winds blew, but God kept you safe.” The year contained unseen spiritual battles, near misses, and pressures that could have “snapped” you. Your presence here is proof you were not given “as a prey to their teeth.”

The Mandate to Praise:
Before planning, we must praise. “Take some minutes to truly praise the Lord.” This is not a casual thank you, but a deep, reflective worship that recounts specific deliverances, turning the memory of 2025 into an altar of gratitude.

2. The Prophetic Perspective: The New Book of 2026

365 Blank Pages:
The coming year is framed as a gift from God—a new book of blank pages. This signifies fresh mercy (Lamentations 3:22-23), new opportunities, and the active authorship of God who has “good thoughts” toward us (Jeremiah 29:11). We are not entering a void, but a prepared story.

A Year of Restoration and Fresh Starts:
For those who experienced loss or failure, the promise is not just comfort, but active restoration (“He will restore… give you a fresh start”). This echoes the Jubilee principle (Leviticus 25) and God’s heart to redeem lost time and opportunity (Joel 2:25).

3. The Threefold Action Plan for a Blessed Transition

1. Reflect and Thank (The Backward Look of Faith):
Purposeful gratitude sanctifies our memory. It shifts our focus from what we endured to Whobrought us through. It establishes God’s faithfulness as the pattern for the future.

2. Forget and Press (The Forward Gaze of Faith):

• For Achievers: Past success can breed complacency. The command is to “press forward” like Paul, who treated his impressive resume as rubbish to attain the higher calling in Christ (Philippians 3:13-14). Last year’s anointing is not enough for this year’s assignment.
• For Those Who Fell: “Stop counting your losses.” Obsession with past failure is a form of bondage. The gaze must shift from the failure to the Fixer, Jesus Christ (Hebrews 12:2).

3. Abstain and Fix (The Upward Focus of Holiness):

• The Non-Negotiable of Purity: Sin is not just a moral failure; it is a progress blocker. It creates spiritual roadblocks and exposes us to the enemy’s traps. “You cannot triumph… if you allow sin.” Holiness is the condition for unhindered advancement.
• The Centrality of Christ: The final and most critical instruction is to “Fix your gaze on Jesus.” He is the guide, the protector, and the source of all good success. Wholehearted following and complete obedience are presented as the keys to “eating the good” of the land (Isaiah 1:19).

4. The Prophetic Prayer and Benediction

Covering Against Missing God’s Best:
The prayer against missing God’s best is a plea for spiritual sensitivity, discernment, and obedience to not wander from the path of blessing.

The Promise of Long Life and Manifest Goodness:
The closing decree is for life and the tangible experience of God’s goodness “in the land of the living” (Psalm 27:13). This affirms that God’s promises are for our earthly journey, not just heaven.

How to Step Into Your 2026 with Purpose

1. Conduct a Psalm 124 Reflection Session:
Today, write down your personal “if the Lord had not been on my side” moments from 2025. Spend time in thanksgiving for each.

2. Write a Letter of Release:
Write down the one major success and the one major failure or loss from the past year. Thank God for the lesson in each, then symbolically destroy the paper as an act of committing it to the past and pressing forward.

3. Set Holiness Guardrails:
Identify one “appearance of evil” or sinful habit you will consciously abstain from as you enter the new year. Establish a practical plan and an accountability step.

4. Choose a “Word for the Year” from Scripture:
Select a guiding verse or promise for 2026 (e.g., “I will guide you with my eye,” Psalm 32:8). Write it where you will see it daily to fix your gaze on His promise.

Warning: The Trio of Transition Traps

1. The Trap of Ungrateful Entitlement: Forgetting that your survival and any success were by God’s grace alone.
2. The Trap of the Rearview Mirror: Letting either pride over past victories or shame over past failures dictate your speed and direction for the future.
3. The Trap of Compromise: Believing you can navigate the new challenges of a new year while clinging to old, sinful patterns. This guarantees you will “miss God’s best.”

Conclusion: Blessed, Not Prey

Pray this:
“Blessed be the Lord, my Preserver! Thank You for the covering of 2025. I release the past—its triumphs and its trials—into Your hands. I accept the new book of 2026 with faith and expectation. I fix my eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of my faith. I choose holiness and obedience. Lead me, Father, to eat the good of the land this year. Let my life be a testament to Your goodness, and let me see its fullness with my own eyes. In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.”

Action Steps for January 1st:

• First Prayer: Before any activity, dedicate the new book of 2026 to God. Pray over the “blank pages.”
• First Reading: Begin a through-the-Bible reading plan. Let His Word be the first author on your new pages.
• First Act of Obedience: Perform a deliberate, quick act of obedience to a prompting you’ve perhaps put off.

Remember: You are not entering 2026 as prey, but as a blessed, preserved, and called child of God. Your help is in the name of the Lord. Walk boldly into your new days.
“The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands” (Psalm 138:8). He who preserved you will perfect you. Happy New Year

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OPEN HEAVEN 30 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: PRAYERS FOR 2026

MEMORISE:
God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us;
Psalm 67:1

READ: Psalm 67:1-7:
1 God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.
2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.
3 Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
4 O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.
5 Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.

6 Then shall the earth yield her increase; and God, even our own God, shall bless us.
7 God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 30 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY PRAYERS

1. Father, I thank You for preserving me throughout 2025. I bless Your holy name because I know I will experience more of Your grace and mercy in 2026.
2. Father, please go before me into 2026 and make every crooked path straight. No evil will come near me and my loved ones in the new year, in Jesus’ name.
3. Father, please guide me and direct my path in 2026. Let all my steps be ordered by You, in Jesus’ name.
4. Father, please draw me closer to You in 2026. Help me and my household to abide continually in You, in Jesus’ name.
5. Father, please strengthen the bond within my family in 2026. Draw us closer together, and let us be truly united in You, in Jesus’ name.
6. Father, please open doors of favour and advancement to me and my family in 2026. I decree that we will prosper in the land, in Jesus’ name.
7. Father, please give me and my family good health throughout 2026. May we not spend our days in sickness, in Jesus’ name.
8. Father, You are my source. Please provide for me and my family in 2026. We shall not lack anything good, in Jesus’ name.
9. Father, let Your peace that passes all understanding surround me and my family in 2026. Fear and anxiety shall be far from us, in Jesus’ name.
10. Lord, please anoint me for greater exploits in Your kingdom in 2026. Give me the courage and the grace to draw many souls into Your kingdom.
11. Father, please bring destiny helpers my way in 2026. I will not struggle to fulfil the glorious destiny You have given me, in Jesus’ name.
12. Your personal prayer points for 2026.

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