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The Open Heaven 18 September 2025 devotional for today is YOU CAN GO HIGHER.

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 18 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOU CAN GO HIGHER

MEMORISE:

Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Matthew 5:6

READ: Psalm 63:1-5:

1 O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is;
2 To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
3 Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee.
4 Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name.
5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 18 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

No matter how high you have gone in God, you can go even higher. However, only those who are hungry for more will go higher. People who settle easily cannot move higher because they either think they have enough or lack the capacity or ability to achieve more.

I once travelled to Rivers, a state in Southern Nigeria, and ministered in several locations within the state. In one of the locations, while I was ministering, I laid my hands on some sick people.

When I finished, I wanted to wash my hands, so two ladies brought water and soap for me – one was carrying a bowl of soapy water, and the other was carrying a bowl with clean water. As I was washing my hands inside the bowl of soapy water, I sensed in my spirit that the lady carrying the bowl was hungry for the anointing. Suddenly, I felt the anointing of God flowing from me into the water, then through the bowl and into her hands.

Suddenly, she began to vibrate violently, and someone had to quickly take the bowl from her hands. The people around quickly got her a chair to sit on, but she continued shaking under the influence of the anointing. 

The interesting thing was that the anointing was still in the water and in the bowl, but the person who took the bowl from her did not feel anything. He didn’t feel anything because he was not hungry for more. 

Hunger attracts greater levels of the anointing and draws people into higher realms in God. Those who are hungry for more of God are always willing to pay the price. They don’t complain when it is time to fast or grumble when it is time to pray. Because they are hungry, they are willing and ready to do all it takes to go higher.

Are you hungry for more of God? Do you wish to go higher in God? Indeed, in John 7:37, it is those who thirst that Jesus invited to drink from Him. However, He also said you must come to Him before you can drink from Him. A lot of people talk about how they long to go higher; however, when the time comes to do what it takes to come to Him, they are the first to say that they can’t fast, pray, or study their Bibles for long.

Beloved, thirst to go higher in God, but also be prepared to give what it takes.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please fill my heart with great hunger for more. Help me pay the price to go higher, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Amos 1-4

HYMN 8: I Need Thee Every Hour

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 18 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Matthew 5:6 (KJV)
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.”
This beatitude presents a spiritual principle: divine fulfillment is directly proportional to spiritual appetite. Hunger and thirst are not passive states; they are intense, driving desires that demand satisfaction. God promises that this specific craving—for right standing with Him and His nature—will be completely and abundantly satisfied.

BIBLE READING: Psalm 63:1-5 (KJV)
This psalm, written by David in the wilderness, is the ultimate expression of spiritual hunger. His physical need for water in a dry land is overshadowed by his soul’s desperate thirst for God. His longing is personal (“thee”), early (“will I seek thee”), and intense (“my flesh longeth for thee”). His satisfaction comes not from a change in circumstances, but from worship and meditation, which fills him with a joy as satisfying as “marrow and fatness.”

The Insatiable Appetite for More of God

Daddy Adeboye’s core message is that spiritual advancement is not automatic; it is fueled by a conscious, relentless hunger for more of God. Complacency and satisfaction with one’s current spiritual state are the greatest barriers to going higher. The devotional makes a stark distinction between those who are content with their current level of anointing and those who possess a holy dissatisfaction that drives them deeper.

The Bowl of Soapy Water: A Testament to Hunger

The personal testimony is a powerful modern-day parable. The anointing—the tangible power and presence of God—flowed not to the most important person in the room, but to the hungriest. It bypassed human structures and responded to the cry of a heart. The key interpretation is that the anointing is responsive. It moves toward hunger. The fact that the next person who held the bowl felt nothing proves that the vessel (the bowl) was not the source; the hunger of the individual was the conduit. God’s power is always available, but it is accessed by faith and fervent desire.

The Price of Progress

The devotional honestly addresses the cost of spiritual hunger. True hunger is not just a desire for an experience; it is a willingness to “pay the price.” This price includes:

• The Discipline of Fasting: Denying the physical body to feed the spirit.
• The Commitment to Prayer: Investing time in deep, consistent communion with God.
• The Diligence in Study: Mining the depths of God’s Word for revelation.
  Those who are genuinely hungry do not complain about these disciplines; they embrace them as the necessary means to satisfy their souls’ deepest craving.

The Invitation and the Requirement

The message correctly ties spiritual hunger to Jesus’ invitation in John 7:37: “If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.” The invitation is universal (“any man”), but it contains a requirement (“let him come”). The commentary exposes a common hypocrisy: many talk about longing for more of God but are unwilling to “come” to Him through the means He has prescribed (prayer, fasting, Word). True thirst will compel action. It will move a person from talking about longing to actually coming to the wellspring.

The Reward of Hunger

The reward for this hunger is twofold:

1. Filling: The promise of Matthew 5:6 is that you “shall be filled.” This is not a partial measure but a complete saturation of the soul’s desire.
2. Ascension: Hunger propels you “higher in God.” It leads to greater realms of glory, deeper intimacy, and increased spiritual authority and impact.

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I confess my spiritual apathy. Forgive me for being content with where I am. Today, I ask You to ignite a desperate, unquenchable hunger and thirst for righteousness in my soul. I want more of You. I refuse to settle. Give me the grace to pay the price—to seek You early, to pray without ceasing, to fast consistently, and to meditate on Your Word day and night. Let my hunger attract a greater measure of Your anointing and draw me into deeper realms of Your glory. I come to You now, as the thirsty one, to drink deeply from the river of Your life. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Conduct a Hunger Audit: On a scale of 1-10, how hungry are you for God? What specific things (distractions, sins, comforts) are suppressing your appetite?
2. Create a “Wilderness” Time: Intentionally create a space each day that is free from distractions (a “wilderness”) to seek God like David did. Pour out your soul to Him.
3. Commit to a Discipline: Choose one area of the “price” you have neglected (e.g., fasting, extended prayer). Make a concrete plan to incorporate it this week.
4. Position Yourself: Be like the woman with the bowl. Position yourself in places and services where God’s presence is moving. Go with expectancy, ready to receive.
5. Pray for Hunger: Make “Lord, make me hungry for You” a daily prayer. True spiritual hunger itself is a gift from God.

Remember: Your spiritual ceiling is determined by the depth of your hunger. God has infinitely more of Himself to reveal to you. Do not settle for the tales of those who crossed the Red Sea when God is inviting you to possess the Promised Land. Let your heart cry be: “More, Lord!” For it is to those who hunger and thirst that the promise of filling is guaranteed.

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The Open Heaven 17 September 2025 devotional for today is GOD CAN MAKE YOU A SOLUTION.

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 16 September 2025 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 17 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD CAN MAKE YOU A SOLUTION

MEMORISE:

Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.
Isaiah 60:1

READ: 1 Kings 17:17-24:

17 And it came to pass after these things, that the son of the woman, the mistress of the house, fell sick; and his sickness was so sore, that there was no breath left in him.
18 And she said unto Elijah, What have I to do with thee, O thou man of God? art thou come unto me to call my sin to remembrance, and to slay my son?
19 And he said unto her, Give me thy son. And he took him out of her bosom, and carried him up into a loft, where he abode, and laid him upon his own bed.
20 And he cried unto the Lord, and said, O Lord my God, hast thou also brought evil upon the widow with whom I sojourn, by slaying her son?

21 And he stretched himself upon the child three times, and cried unto the Lord, and said, O Lord my God, I pray thee, let this child’s soul come into him again.
22 And the Lord heard the voice of Elijah; and the soul of the child came into him again, and he revived.
23 And Elijah took the child, and brought him down out of the chamber into the house, and delivered him unto his mother: and Elijah said, See, thy son liveth.
24 And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in thy mouth is truth.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 17 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Every day, people see problems that they wish they could do something about. What if God could use you to bring a solution to every problem you encounter or make you the solution to that lingering issue in your family?

If something terrible happens in your neighbourhood, can you say a simple prayer that will effect a change such that the people who were in sorrow will start rejoicing?

When the widow of one of the sons of the prophets came to Elisha because of her debt problem, she didn’t return home the same. Elisha opened her eyes to see that the solution she desperately needed was in her house. He showed her the secret to getting out of debt and living a financially independent life (2 Kings 4:1-7).

Sometimes, becoming the solution to another person’s problem is not by giving them money but by opening their eyes to see what they have never paid attention to, empowering them with the correct knowledge and information to live a bondage-free life.

Jesus said, “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). Jesus is the way, the TRUTH, and the life (John 14:6). Hence, the ultimate way to help people with problems is to introduce Him to them.

In today’s Bible reading, when the son of the widow died, she didn’t turn to the king for help.

Instead, she turned to Elijah, and God used him to raise her dead son. If such a thing happened around you, do you have the capacity for God to provide such a solution through you? You may say, “Oh, I am not a prophet like Elijah.” However, there is no record in the Scriptures that only ordained ministers of God can perform miracles. 

Mark 16:17-18 says, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.”

Jesus is the ultimate solution to every problem, and He has given those who believe in Him the authority to perform signs and wonders in His name. To do this, however, you must exercise your spirit more than your flesh.

Beloved, be the kind of believer who studies the Bible and prays regularly. When you are such, then God will make you a solution to the problems of many people around you.

PRAYER POINT

When you fellowship with Jesus – the Ultimate Solution – He will make you a solution to problems around you.

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Joel 1-3

HYMN 59: I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 17 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Isaiah 60:1 (KJV)
“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.”
This is a prophetic command to move from a state of passivity or obscurity into a place of radiant influence. The “light” is not self-generated; it is the manifested presence and glory of God upon a life. This light is given not for personal enjoyment alone, but to illuminate darkness and provide guidance and solutions to those in need.

BIBLE READING: 1 Kings 17:17-24 (KJV)
This passage continues the story of the widow of Zarephath. After experiencing miraculous provision, she faces an even greater crisis: the death of her son. In her despair, she turns to Elijah, not to a local king or physician. Elijah, in turn, takes her problem to God in passionate intercession. The result is a dramatic resurrection miracle. This narrative shows that the God who provides is also the God who resurrects, and He uses people as vessels to bring His life-giving solutions into impossible situations.

The Call to Be a Solution

Daddy Adeboye builds on the previous day’s message, moving from the concept of being a solution-provider to actually becoming the solution itself. This is a deeper level of spiritual authority where God’s power flows through a person to directly alter circumstances. The devotional poses a provocative question: “What if God could use you to bring a solution to every problem you encounter?” This reframes the believer’s identity from a passive observer to an active, empowered agent of change.

Beyond Financial Aid: The Ministry of Revelation

The account of the widow and Elisha (2 Kings 4:1-7) is used to illustrate that the most powerful solutions are often not handouts, but revelations. Elisha didn’t give her money; he gave her insight. He opened her eyes to see the potential in the “pot of oil” she already possessed but had overlooked. This teaches a vital principle: Many are stuck because they are blind to the resources God has already placed in their hands. The role of a solution-bearer is often to pray for and speak revelation that unlocks these hidden resources—be it a skill, an idea, a forgotten asset, or a spiritual gift.

The Ultimate Solution: Introducing Jesus

The devotional correctly identifies that all problems are, at their root, spiritual. Therefore, the ultimate and most comprehensive solution is a person: Jesus Christ, the Truth who sets free (John 8:32). Introducing someone to a relationship with Him is the greatest problem-solving act one can ever perform, as it addresses eternal destiny and provides internal resources (the Holy Spirit) to navigate earthly challenges.

The Authority of Every Believer

A crucial point of interpretation is the dismantling of the clergy-laity divide in performing miracles. Daddy Adeboye emphasizes that “there is no record in the Scriptures that only ordained ministers of God can perform miracles.” He cites Mark 16:17-18 to establish that signs, wonders, and miraculous solutions are meant to “follow them that believe.” This is a call for every Christian to step into the authority delegated to them by Jesus. The capacity to be used by God in miraculous ways is not based on title but on belief, faith, and a life of communion with Him.

The Condition for Channeling Solutions

The key to operating in this dimension is clearly stated: “you must exercise your spirit more than your flesh.” This means:

• Prioritizing Spiritual Disciplines: A consistent life of Bible study and prayer is non-negotiable. This is how our spirit man is strengthened and sensitized to God’s voice and power.
• Living a Sanctified Life: To be a clean vessel through which God’s pure power can flow, we must submit to the Holy Spirit’s work of purifying our motives and actions.
• Walking in Faith: Believing that the same power that raised Christ from the dead lives in us and is available to meet the needs of others (Romans 8:11).

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, I arise today in the light of Your glory. Forgive me for overlooking the problems around me or feeling ill-equipped to help. I ask that You would use me as a solution-bearer. Open my eyes to see the hidden potential in others and in situations. Most importantly, let my life point people to Jesus, the ultimate Solution. Holy Spirit, strengthen my spirit through prayer and Your Word. Grant me the faith and boldness to lay hands on the sick, to speak freedom to the bound, and to be a channel of Your miraculous power in my family, neighborhood, and world. Make me a answer to prayer for someone today. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Shift Your Prayer: When you see a problem, stop and pray, “Lord, how can You use me to be the solution here?” Listen for His guidance.
2. Look for the ‘Pot of Oil’: When someone comes to you with a need, don’t just see what they lack. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you what resource, skill, or truth they already possess that could be the key to their breakthrough.
3. Step Out in Authority: Believe Mark 16:17-18. The next time you encounter sickness, offer to pray in Jesus’ name. Step out in faith to speak a word of encouragement or wisdom that could change a situation.
4. Strengthen Your Spirit: Commit to a specific plan to “exercise your spirit” this week—add 15 minutes of prayer, join a Bible study, or fast one meal to focus on God.

Remember: You are not called to just observe the famine; you are anointed to be a baker like the widow of Zarephath. You are not called to just mourn the dead; you are called to intercede like Elijah. God has deposited His light and life within you. Arise, shine, and let His solutions flow through you to a world in desperate need.

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The Open Heaven 16 September 2025 devotional for today is MERE CRITIC OR ACTIVIST WITH SOLUTIONS.

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 16 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: MERE CRITIC OR ACTIVIST WITH SOLUTIONS

MEMORISE:

Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
Matthew 10:16

READ: 1 Kings 17:1-16:

1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the Lord God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word.
2 And the word of the Lord came unto him, saying,
3 Get thee hence, and turn thee eastward, and hide thyself by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan.
4 And it shall be, that thou shalt drink of the brook; and I have commanded the ravens to feed thee there.
5 So he went and did according unto the word of the Lord: for he went and dwelt by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan.

6 And the ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening; and he drank of the brook.
7 And it came to pass after a while, that the brook dried up, because there had been no rain in the land.
8 And the word of the Lord came unto him, saying,
9 Arise, get thee to Zarephath, which belongeth to Zidon, and dwell there: behold, I have commanded a widow woman there to sustain thee.
10 So he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, the widow woman was there gathering of sticks: and he called to her, and said, Fetch me, I pray thee, a little water in a vessel, that I may drink.

11 And as she was going to fetch it, he called to her, and said, Bring me, I pray thee, a morsel of bread in thine hand.
12 And she said, As the Lord thy God liveth, I have not a cake, but an handful of meal in a barrel, and a little oil in a cruse: and, behold, I am gathering two sticks, that I may go in and dress it for me and my son, that we may eat it, and die.
13 And Elijah said unto her, Fear not; go and do as thou hast said: but make me thereof a little cake first, and bring it unto me, and after make for thee and for thy son.
14 For thus saith the Lord God of Israel, The barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day that the Lord sendeth rain upon the earth.

15 And she went and did according to the saying of Elijah: and she, and he, and her house, did eat many days.
16 And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the Lord, which he spake by Elijah.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 16 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

It is commonly said that statues are never built in honour of critics. While it is not bad to criticise people who are not doing what they ought to be doing, you must not just stop there.

And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word 1 Kings 17:1.

In the Scripture above, we see that Elijah started out as a critic. The king wasn’t behaving in the right manner, and just like any critic, Elijah walked into the palace and confronted him. However, he didn’t stop there; he moved on to become a vessel that God used to provide for the needs of a poor widow and her son (1 Kings 17:8-16).

Would you rather become a mere critic or an activist whom God will use to put solutions forward? Would you be content with only carrying placards and protesting or also becoming so wealthy that you can feed the hungry?

Carrying placards and protesting will attract the attention of the people you are criticising. However, beyond that, you must grow to a point where you can recommend and even provide some of the solutions you are demanding. Don’t just become a critic that challenges those in authority; grow to the point where your impact cannot be ignored.

This message is particularly for youths. They should learn from Moses who thought he could fulfil his destiny his own way, and as a result, he had to stay in the wilderness for another 40 years until he was ready. The positive change you want can happen, but you must be wise enough to let it happen in God’s way.

Matthew 10:16 says, “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”

Christians need to be as strategic as serpents. The most dangerous thing about a serpent is its silence when it wants to attack its prey. When it attacks, the prey only realises it when it is already too late.

Beloved, be wise. God has a great destiny for you, but you must not let overzealousness prevent you from fulfilling your destiny. Rather than just being a mere noisemaker, increase your capacity so that you can indeed become a force to be reckoned with. Your zeal should be matched with the right knowledge and actions (Romans 10:1-2).

KEY POINT

Don’t just criticise things or people; become a part of the solution you desire to see.

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Hosea 10-14

HYMN 59: I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 16 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Matthew 10:16 (KJV)
“Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”
This instruction from Jesus acknowledges the reality of opposition (“wolves”) faced by His followers. The call to be “harmless as doves” speaks to maintaining pure motives and a Christ-like character. The command to be “wise as serpents” is a charge to be shrewd, strategic, and discerning—to understand the times and operate with heavenly intelligence to achieve divine objectives.

BIBLE READING: 1 Kings 17:1-16 (KJV)
This passage showcases the evolution of a critic into a solution-provider. Elijah begins by confronting King Ahab with a word of judgment (v.1)—a critical act. However, he doesn’t remain in that mode. God immediately leads him into a season of hiding and preparation by the Brook Cherith (v.2-7) and then to the widow of Zarephath (v.8-16). There, his prophetic word becomes a creative miracle, providing sustained provision and life during a famine. His criticism was validated by his constructive action.

From Criticism to Constructive Action

Daddy Adeboye makes a crucial distinction that is highly relevant in today’s world of social media commentary and protests. It is not wrong to be a critic—to identify and speak against what is evil or dysfunctional, as Elijah did with Ahab. However, the spiritual maturity and greater impact lie in moving from identifying problems to implementing solutions. The devotional challenges believers, particularly youths, to not settle for being mere “noisemakers” who only carry placards, but to grow into “activists” whom God uses to provide tangible answers.

The Danger of Unstrategic Zeal

The message uses the example of Moses’ first attempt to deliver Israel (Exodus 2:11-15) as a warning. His zeal was right, but his method—acting in his own strength and timing—was foolish and cost him 40 years in the wilderness. This illustrates the difference between zeal with knowledge and zeal without knowledge (Romans 10:2). Unstrategic, emotional zeal can delay or derail destiny. True change must happen “in God’s way,” which often requires patience, preparation, and divine strategy.

The Serpent’s Wisdom: Strategic Impact

The call to be “wise as serpents” is unpacked as a call to strategic, impactful living. The serpent’s wisdom lies in its silence and precision before it strikes. The interpretation for the believer is not about being malicious but about being strategically silent until the time for action is right, and then moving with decisive, God-ordained precision. This means:

• Building Capacity First: Instead of just protesting hunger, become so skilled, anointed, and resourceful that you can actually feed the hungry (like Elijah with the widow).
• Choosing Battles Wisely: Not every wrong requires a public confrontation. Some require quiet prayer, strategic planning, and building influence until you are in a position to effect real change.
• Letting Actions Speak Louder: Becoming a “force to be reckoned with” through demonstrable competence and Spirit-led solutions, making your impact undeniable.

The Ultimate Goal: God-Glorifying Change

The underlying motive for this transition from critic to solution-bearer is the glory of God. Mere criticism often draws attention to the critic and the problem. Divine solutions draw attention to God’s power and goodness. Elijah’s miracle at Zarephath didn’t just feed a family; it showcased the sovereignty and provision of the God of Israel to a pagan region. Our constructive actions should ultimately point people to Christ.

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, forgive me for the times I have been content to only criticize without seeking to be part of the solution. Fill me with Your wisdom, making me ‘wise as a serpent and harmless as a dove.’ Deliver me from unstrategic zeal that operates in the flesh. Holy Spirit, guide me into seasons of preparation and show me how to build my capacity. Use me not just to identify problems, but to provide God-ordained solutions that meet needs and glorify Your name. Let my life be a force for constructive, kingdom advancement. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Critique: What issue in your family, church, community, or nation stirs righteous anger in you? This is a clue to your assignment.
2. Shift from Problem to Project: Instead of just talking about the problem, ask God: “What is one practical, small step I can take to be part of the solution?”
3. Invest in Capacity Building: What skill, knowledge, or resource do you need to address this issue effectively? Commit to learning, studying, or saving towards it.
4. Embrace Strategic Silence: Practice discernment. Before speaking out on an issue, pray for God’s strategy and timing. Sometimes the most powerful action is quiet preparation.
5. Seek a Mentor: Find someone who is effectively creating change in an area you care about and learn from their wisdom and experience.

Remember: Statues are built for solution-providers, not just critics. God is calling you beyond the palace of criticism to the brook of preparation and the house of manifestation. Your destiny is not to just point out the famine but to become a channel of God’s provision in the midst of it. Let your zeal be matched with wisdom, and your criticism be eclipsed by your constructive contribution.

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The Open Heaven 15 September 2025 devotional for today is IN-LAWS SHOULD BE LOVED.

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 15 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: IN-LAWS SHOULD BE LOVED

MEMORISE:

Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
Jude 1:21

READ: Ruth 1:8-18:

8 And Naomi said unto her two daughters in law, Go, return each to her mother’s house: the Lord deal kindly with you, as ye have dealt with the dead, and with me.
9 The Lord grant you that ye may find rest, each of you in the house of her husband. Then she kissed them; and they lifted up their voice, and wept.
10 And they said unto her, Surely we will return with thee unto thy people.
11 And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters: why will ye go with me? are there yet any more sons in my womb, that they may be your husbands?

12 Turn again, my daughters, go your way; for I am too old to have an husband. If I should say, I have hope, if I should have an husband also to night, and should also bear sons;
13 Would ye tarry for them till they were grown? would ye stay for them from having husbands? nay, my daughters; for it grieveth me much for your sakes that the hand of the Lord is gone out against me.
14 And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.

15 And she said, Behold, thy sister in law is gone back unto her people, and unto her gods: return thou after thy sister in law.
16 And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God:
17 Where thou diest, will I die, and there will I be buried: the Lord do so to me, and more also, if ought but death part thee and me.
18 When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 15 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When I was leaving for my postgraduate studies, I handed my mother over to my wife, knowing that she would take good care of her. My wife is a helpmeet indeed, and a true helpmeet is a great blessing not just to her husband but her in-laws as well. She won’t seek to compete with them or disrespect them; rather, she will help her husband by honouring his people. 

Nowadays, some women say that they are only married to their husbands and do not care about their in-laws. This is not right because their husbands came from a home, and as helpmeets, they have a responsibility to love their husbands’ people too.

Ruth was a wise woman. When she married Naomi’s son, she took Naomi as her mother. Her love for Naomi was so great that when her husband died, she abandoned her hometown to follow her mother-in-law to a place she had never been. She was ready to risk everything to care for her aged mother-in-law. 

In return, God rewarded her selflessness by giving her another home. Ruth’s service to her mother-in-law opened the door of fruitfulness to her (Ruth 1-4), and in the account of the genealogy of Jesus Christ in Matthew 1:1-16, you will find her name in verse 5.

Loving in-laws is, however, not peculiar to wives alone. Husbands must also love and honour their in-laws. The fact that they have fulfilled all the necessary traditional marriage rites does not mean their wives’ parents and family members are unimportant.

For example, Jesus healed Peter’s mother-in-law when he visited Peter’s house in Matthew 8:14-15. Immediately Jesus healed her, she arose and ministered to them. If she hadn’t been treated well before that time, and if she wasn’t made to feel welcomed in the house, she wouldn’t have thought of serving everyone present, including her son-in-law.

If you’re married, God put you in your spouse’s family because He wants you to extend His love to them. Whether they reciprocate or not, your responsibility is to love them. No man snuffs out the little light he has because every other person is living in darkness. Instead, he makes his light shine brighter for all to see. 

If your inlaws don’t believe in Jesus yet, your marriage has given you the opportunity to show them the light. Ask God for the wisdom to relate with them, and in everything you do, let the love of Christ rule your heart, actions, and decisions.

ACTION POINT

In-laws should be loved whether they reciprocate it or not.

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MEMORISE: Jude 1:21 (KJV)
“Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.”
This verse calls for active, intentional abiding. To “keep yourselves in the love of God” means to consciously remain in the place where His love is received and from which it is expressed to others. It is from this secure position in His love that we can extend mercy and love to others, even when it is difficult.

BIBLE READING: Ruth 1:8-18 (KJV)
This passage captures one of the most powerful moments of covenant loyalty in the Bible. Faced with a choice to return to her pagan homeland or cling to her destitute Israelite mother-in-law, Ruth makes a profound declaration of love and commitment: “Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God” (v. 16). This was a radical, selfless decision that went far beyond cultural expectation.

Redefining the “Helpmeet”

Daddy Adeboye begins by redefining the biblical concept of a “helpmeet” (Genesis 2:18). It is not a role confined to the private sphere of the marital home. A true helpmeet, as exemplified by his own wife, understands that her role extends to being a blessing to her husband’s entire family. The devotional interprets that love for one’s spouse is intrinsically linked to love for the people who produced and shaped them. To reject or disrespect in-laws is, in essence, to reject a part of one’s spouse.

Ruth: The Paragon of Covenant Love

The story of Ruth is presented as the ultimate biblical model for in-law relationships. Her actions are broken down to reveal profound spiritual principles:

• Love Beyond Convenience: Ruth’s commitment was tested by tragedy (the death of her husband) and potential poverty. Her love was not based on what she could get from the relationship but on a covenant she had made.
• Radical Identification: Her famous vow, “your people will be my people, your God my God,” signifies a complete transfer of allegiance. She didn’t just accompany Naomi; she fully integrated into her family, culture, and faith.
• The Reward of Selflessness: Her story demonstrates that acts of love done in obscurity and sacrifice are seen by God and rewarded abundantly. Her care for Naomi positioned her in the field of Boaz, led to her redemption, and ultimately placed her in the lineage of Christ (Matthew 1:5). Her service opened her door to fruitfulness.

A Charge to Husbands

The message is carefully balanced. The responsibility to love in-laws is “not peculiar to wives alone.” Husbands are also commanded to honor and love their wives’ families. The example of Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law (Matthew 8:14-15) is powerfully used. The interpretation is that Jesus’ act of healing was an act of honor and value. Furthermore, her immediate response to serve indicates she felt loved and welcomed in her son-in-law’s home—a testament to Peter’s (and by extension, Jesus’) treatment of her.

The Divine Purpose: You Are a Light

The devotional provides the ultimate “why” behind this challenging command: divine assignment. God placed you in your spouse’s family for a purpose beyond yourself. You are there to “extend His love to them.” This reframes the relationship from a burdensome obligation to a missionary calling.
The analogy of the light is crucial: “No man snuffs out the little light he has because every other person is living in darkness.” If your in-laws are difficult, unbelieving, or unloving, it is not a reason to withdraw your light; it is the very reason to let it shine brighter. Your Christ-like love and patience might be the primary testimony that eventually leads them to salvation.

The Source of Strength

The call to love in this way is humanly impossible without divine enablement. This is where the Memorise verse (Jude 1:21) finds its application. We can only extend this kind of selfless, covenant love by first “keeping ourselves in the love of God.” It is by abiding in His love that we are filled with the capacity to love others unconditionally.

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, I come before You, acknowledging that loving my in-laws can sometimes be a challenge. I ask for Your grace and strength. Help me to keep myself rooted in Your love so that I may love others from its overflow. Give me the wisdom of Ruth to show covenant loyalty and the heart of Christ to serve and honor. I repent of any selfishness, competition, or disrespect. Use me as a light in my extended family, and let my life and actions so reflect Your love that it draws them to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Shift Your Perspective: Reframe your view of your in-laws. See them not as in-laws but as your own family, and see yourself as God’s assigned missionary to them.
2. Initiate Love: Don’t wait for them to be loving first. Take a practical step this week: a phone call, a visit, a gift, or a word of appreciation.
3. Pray Specifically: Pray for your in-laws by name every day. Ask God for opportunities to show love and share your faith.
4. Set Boundaries with Love: If the relationship is toxic, seek wisdom from God and spiritual counsel on how to set healthy, respectful boundaries without withdrawing love or cutting off contact.
5. Celebrate Their Role: Verbally acknowledge and thank your in-laws for the part they played in raising your spouse.

Remember: Your marriage is a covenant that extends to families. The love you show your in-laws is a direct reflection of your love for your spouse and your obedience to Christ. It is a difficult but high calling that carries a great reward, both in this life and in eternity. Your Christ-like attitude could be the key that unlocks salvation and healing for an entire family.

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The Open Heaven 14 September 2025 devotional for today is RAISE THEM WITH WHOLESOME WORDS.

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 14 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: RAISE THEM WITH WHOLESOME WORDS

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: James 3:1-12:

1 My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation.
2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.
3 Behold, we put bits in the horses’ mouths, that they may obey us; and we turn about their whole body.
4 Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.
5 Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!

6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
7 For every kind of beasts, and of birds, and of serpents, and of things in the sea, is tamed, and hath been tamed of mankind:
8 But the tongue can no man tame; it is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.
9 Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God.

10 Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.
11 Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?
12 Can the fig tree, my brethren, bear olive berries? either a vine, figs? so can no fountain both yield salt water and fresh.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 14 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

It is very important that parents speak the right words into their children’s lives. Speaking the right words plays a huge role in laying a solid foundation for children. Unfortunately, some parents are careless with their words.

They are not diligent in processing what is in their hearts before they speak; therefore, what comes out of their mouths towards their children is not wholesome. Parents should bless their children, not curse them or make negative pronouncements on them. 

When Rachel gave birth to her second son, she pronounced a curse on him because of the pain she went through in childbearing. If Jacob had not changed that name to Benjamin, that child would probably have lived a sorrowful life (Genesis 35:18).

Many people live in sorrow because of the evil pronouncements their parents made over them. Parents should not do that to their children; instead, they should use their mouths to bless them every day. They should also learn to keep some things that God reveal to them about their children to themselves so that they don’t expose them to human and demonic attacks. Mary kept the things she had received concerning Jesus in her heart (Luke 2:19). It isn’t everything God shows parents about their children that they should share. Some things are for an appointed time, they should wait for that time. 

Parents should also not share everything about what is going on in their children’s lives on social media. Social media is a marketplace with different kinds of people. If Mary or Joseph had been careless about the whereabouts of Jesus when God told them to leave for Egypt, Herod could have found a means to kill him in Egypt. Parents should be wise about sharing their children’s information online. Some children have gotten into the wrong hands because their parents were careless.

Deuteronomy 6:6-9 says that parents must teach their children God’s ways. They must tell them about His laws in the morning, noon, and night, and use every opportunity to drill God’s word into their minds. If you’re a parent, use your mouth to raise your children, not tear them down. My mother would always bless me by saying that when I call one person, hundreds will come running, and today, those blessings have truly manifested in my life.

Let your words be seasoned with grace always (Colossians 4:6). Let your lips be a wellspring of life to your children. Let them always know they will meet words of life, not death, on your lips. 

KEY POINT

Parents must speak life to their children daily

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MEMORISE: Proverbs 18:21 (KJV)
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.”
This verse is not a metaphor; it is a spiritual law. Words are containers of power. They can be conduits of creative, life-giving force or destructive, death-dealing force. The “fruit” refers to the tangible consequences—blessing or cursing—that inevitably manifest from the words we consistently speak.

BIBLE READING: James 3:1-12 (KJV)
This passage provides a sobering analysis of the tongue’s power. James describes it as a small rudder that steers a large ship, a small spark that sets a great forest on fire, and an untamable world of evil. He concludes that blessing and cursing should not come from the same mouth, just as a spring cannot yield both fresh and salt water. This underscores the need for intentional, Spirit-controlled speech, especially for those in authority like parents.

The Parent’s Tongue: A Tool of Construction or Destruction

Daddy Adeboye focuses this message on one of the most powerful applications of Proverbs 18:21: parenting. A parent’s words carry immense weight because they are spoken from a position of God-given authority over a child’s life. The devotional interprets that parents are not just caregivers but prophets and builders over their children. Every word spoken is either a brick used to build a foundation of confidence and destiny or a wrecking ball that tears it down.

The Peril of Careless Words

The example of Rachel (Genesis 35:18) is a stark warning. In a moment of pain and frailty, she spoke a curse over her newborn son, Benoni (“son of my sorrow”). Jacob’s immediate act of renaming him Benjamin (“son of the right hand”) was not merely semantic; it was a prophetic act to cancel the curse and release a blessing. The interpretation is clear: parents must be “diligent in processing what is in their hearts before they speak.” Emotions like anger, disappointment, or exhaustion must not be allowed to dictate declarations over a child’s destiny.

The Wisdom of Strategic Silence

The devotional provides a crucial second layer to the power of words: the power of silence. Using Mary as an example (Luke 2:19), the message teaches that not every revelation about a child should be spoken publicly. Some things are to be “kept in the heart”—treasured and protected until God’s appointed time. Sharing a child’s prophetic destiny or personal struggles prematurely can expose them to “human and demonic attacks,” such as envy, witchcraft, or premature opposition, much like how Herod would have sought Jesus in Egypt if Joseph had been careless.

The Danger of Social Media Oversharing

This principle is applied to the modern context of social media. Platforms are described as a “marketplace with different kinds of people,” implying the presence of both the good and the malicious. Posting a child’s location, achievements, struggles, or intimate details can make them vulnerable to predators, identity thieves, and spiritual attacks. Discretion is not a lack of celebration but a form of spiritual protection.

The Mandate to Saturate with God’s Word

The positive instruction is drawn from Deuteronomy 6:6-9. Parents are commanded to be the primary spiritual instructors of their children, using their words to constantly “drill God’s word into their minds.” This isn’t a occasional activity but a continuous, integrated practice—”when you sit at home, when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” The goal is to create a home environment saturated with the life-giving truth of Scripture, which forms a protective shield around a child’s soul.

The Testimony of a Blessed Life

Daddy Adeboye’s personal testimony about his mother’s words confirms the principle. Her specific, faith-filled blessing over him (“when I call one person, hundreds will come running”) shaped his reality and has seen tangible fulfillment in his global ministry. This shows that parental blessings are not mere well-wishes; they are prophetic declarations that activate divine purpose.

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, I repent for every careless word I have spoken over my children (or future children). I break every curse, negative pronouncement, or word of death spoken over them, in the name of Jesus. Fill my heart with Your love and wisdom so that my words may be seasoned with grace. Make my tongue a wellspring of life. Help me to use my words to bless, instruct, and build them up in the ways of the Lord. Grant me the discernment to know what to share and what to treasure in my heart. I commit to being a parent who speaks life and covers my children in prayer and wisdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Perform a Word Audit: Reflect on the common phrases and labels you use with your children. Are they life-giving (e.g., “you are kind,” “you are capable,” “God has a plan for you”) or destructive (e.g., “you are so clumsy,” “you never listen,” “you are just like your difficult relative”)?
2. Establish a Blessing Ritual: Intentionally speak a Scriptural blessing over your children daily, perhaps at bedtime or before they leave for school.
3. Practice Silence: Before sharing news about your child on social media or with friends, ask: “Is this necessary? Is this safe? Does this honor my child and protect their dignity?”
4. Saturate with Scripture: Choose a verse for the week and find creative ways to discuss it as a family (e.g., at mealtimes, in the car).
5. Cancel Negative Words: If you have spoken a negative word in a moment of frustration, apologize to your child and verbally cancel it by speaking a blessing instead.

Remember: Your home is to be a sanctuary of life-giving words. Your tongue, as a parent, holds the power to shape eternity. Use it to prophesy life, to declare destiny, to teach truth, and to build an unshakable foundation of love and identity in the hearts of your children.

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The Open Heaven 13 September 2025 devotional for today is RUN WITH THE VISION.

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 13 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: RUN WITH THE VISION

MEMORISE:

And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:
Joel 2:28

READ: Numbers 14:1-9:

1 And all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried; and the people wept that night.
2 And all the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron: and the whole congregation said unto them, Would God that we had died in the land of Egypt! or would God we had died in this wilderness!
3 And wherefore hath the Lord brought us unto this land, to fall by the sword, that our wives and our children should be a prey? were it not better for us to return into Egypt?
4 And they said one to another, Let us make a captain, and let us return into Egypt.
5 Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel.

6 And Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, which were of them that searched the land, rent their clothes:
7 And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land.
8 If the Lord delight in us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth with milk and honey.
9 Only rebel not ye against the Lord, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the Lord is with us: fear them not.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 13 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

In today’s memory verse, God promised that He would pour out His Spirit in the last days, and old men will dream dreams while the young men will see visions. Whether you are old or young, God wants you to do exploits with His Spirit that lives in you.

When God gives you a vision, He expects you to run with it. You may encounter obstacles, but you must see beyond them. For example, in Numbers 13 and 14, Moses sent 12 spies to search the Promised Land and bring him a report. The 12 spies returned with giant grapes to show that the land was indeed flowing with milk and honey; however, ten of them complained that there were giants in the land.

Caleb and Joshua, who had a clear vision of God’s promise, said, “We saw what you saw with our physical eyes, but if this land eats up its inhabitants, then there would be no people there. God gave us the vision, and He will help us take the land. Let’s go ahead and possess the land.” The Bible says in Numbers 32:11-12 that while all the children of Israel in that generation perished, only Joshua and Caleb made it to the Promised Land.

Beloved, the vision God has given to you will sustain you and prolong your days. No matter your age, if you can still see what God wants you to see clearly and are ready to pursue it, He will ensure that He keeps you alive and in good shape. Abraham was 75 years old when God called him to go to a land He would show him (Genesis 12:1-4). Because he was willing to run with this vision, God kept him alive until he was 175 years old (Genesis 25:7-8).

If God has given you a vision, run with it; do not give in to any obstacle. Also, do not run ahead of God, as this will only lead you into trouble. Habakkuk 2:3 says, “For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.” This means that you need patience to run with the vision God has given you (Hebrews 12:1). This way, you will not make hasty and rash decisions as you pursue the vision. I pray that you will fulfil every vision that God has given to you, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT

If God has given you a vision, run with it.

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MEMORISE: Joel 2:28 (KJV)
“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:”
This prophecy, fulfilled at Pentecost (Acts 2:17), declares God’s intention to communicate His plans and purposes supernaturally to His people, regardless of age or status. Dreams and visions are divine downloads—God’s way of painting a picture of His will for our lives and His kingdom. It is an invitation into co-laborship with the Holy Spirit.

BIBLE READING: Numbers 14:1-9 (KJV)
This passage captures the critical moment after the spies return from Canaan. The majority report of the ten spies focuses on the obstacles: the giants, the fortified cities, and their own perceived weakness (v. 1-4, 31-33). Their vision was clouded by fear. In stark contrast, Caleb and Joshua saw through the eyes of faith. They saw the same giants but focused on the superior reality of God’s promise and power (v. 7-9). Their report was not a denial of the challenges but a confession of God’s ability to overcome them.

The Life-and-Death Power of Vision

Daddy Adeboye’s core message is that a God-given vision is not a mere suggestion; it is a life-sustaining force. The contrasting fates of the twelve spies are presented as the ultimate consequence of how we respond to vision. The ten who rejected the vision perished in the wilderness—a life of aimless wandering and unbelief. Joshua and Caleb, who embraced and championed the vision, were not only preserved but also prolonged. Their faith literally added years to their lives and strength to their bodies, enabling them to outlive an entire generation and enter their destiny. This establishes that clinging to God’s vision is a key to vitality and longevity.

Vision Transcends Age

The devotional powerfully uses Abraham’s call at age 75 to dismantle the excuse of age. A God-given vision is ageless. It is meant to give purpose and direction at every stage of life. For the young, it provides a focused path amidst life’s distractions. For the old, it provides a reason to remain vibrant, useful, and hopeful. The vision itself becomes the engine that keeps one going, as it did for Abraham for 100 years after his call.

The Balanced Pursuit: Faith and Patience

A crucial part of the interpretation is the balance required in pursuing a vision. We are commanded to “run with it” with relentless faith, refusing to be stopped by “giants” or obstacles. However, we are also warned not to “run ahead of God.” This is the delicate dance between active faith and patient trust.

• Faith without patience leads to rash decisions, burning out, and trying to manufacture God’s promise in our own strength and timing (e.g., Abraham and Hagar).
• Patience without faith leads to complacency, delay, and missing the “appointed time” (kairos moment) of God.

Habakkuk 2:3 is the guiding principle: the vision has an appointed time. Our job is to actively prepare and obediently move as God directs, while trusting His perfect timing for its full manifestation.

The Vision as Your Sustenance

The profound takeaway is that the vision itself is your sustenance on the journey. When challenges arise, remembering what God showed you will give you the strength to continue. It is the “evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1) that makes the present difficulties bearable. The vision keeps you focused on the promise land when you are in the wilderness; it reminds you of the harvest when you are in the season of sowing.

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, thank You for the dreams and visions You have poured into my spirit. Forgive me for the times I have focused on the giants instead of Your promise. Holy Spirit, sharpen the vision within me. Grant me the courage of Caleb to run with it, confronting every obstacle with faith. And grant me the patience of Habakkuk to wait for its appointed time, trusting in Your perfect schedule. Let this vision sustain me, prolong my days, and keep me in vibrant health until I have seen every part of it fulfilled for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Define Your Vision: If God has given you a vision, write it down clearly (Habakkuk 2:2). Revisit it regularly to keep it fresh in your heart and mind.
2. Identify Your Giants: What are the specific obstacles (fear, finances, lack of skill, opposition) that are causing you to doubt the vision? Write them down.
3. Counter with Scripture: For each giant, find a Bible promise that asserts God’s power and faithfulness. Speak these promises over your obstacles daily.
4. Move with Obedience: What is one practical, immediate step God is asking you to take toward the vision this week? Do it in faith, no matter how small it seems.
5. Cultivate Patience: Remind yourself that God’s clock is perfect. Use waiting periods to prepare, pray, and grow in character for the fulfillment of the vision.

Remember: Your vision is your inheritance and your lifeline. It is the picture of your future that God holds in trust for you. Guard it, feed it with faith, and run with it with patient endurance. The same God who gave you the vision is committed to bringing it to pass. He who promised is faithful.

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The Open Heaven 12 September 2025 devotional for today is SPIRITUAL EYES II.

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 12 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: SPIRITUAL EYES II

MEMORISE:

Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.
Psalm 119:18

READ: 2 Kings 6:15-23:

15 And when the servant of the man of God was risen early, and gone forth, behold, an host compassed the city both with horses and chariots. And his servant said unto him, Alas, my master! how shall we do?
16 And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them.
17 And Elisha prayed, and said, Lord, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the Lord opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha.
18 And when they came down to him, Elisha prayed unto the Lord, and said, Smite this people, I pray thee, with blindness. And he smote them with blindness according to the word of Elisha.
19 And Elisha said unto them, This is not the way, neither is this the city: follow me, and I will bring you to the man whom ye seek. But he led them to Samaria.

20 And it came to pass, when they were come into Samaria, that Elisha said, Lord, open the eyes of these men, that they may see. And the Lordopened their eyes, and they saw; and, behold, they were in the midst of Samaria.
21 And the king of Israel said unto Elisha, when he saw them, My father, shall I smite them? shall I smite them?
22 And he answered, Thou shalt not smite them: wouldest thou smite those whom thou hast taken captive with thy sword and with thy bow? set bread and water before them, that they may eat and drink, and go to their master.
23 And he prepared great provision for them: and when they had eaten and drunk, he sent them away, and they went to their master. So the bands of Syria came no more into the land of Israel.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 12 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today, I will conclude my discussion on spiritual eyes as part of the series I started three days ago.

In today’s Bible reading, an army came to arrest Elisha, and his servant became afraid.

Elisha, however, was not bothered; he told his servant that those who were with them were more than those who were against them. He then prayed that God should open his servant’s eyes. Even though the boy wasn’t physically blind and could see the Syrian army, his spiritual eyes needed to be opened so he could see God’s mighty army surrounding them.

..And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha. 2 Kings 6:17

After God opened the spiritual eyes of Elisha’s servant, his fear of the Syrian army must have disappeared immediately. Elisha then asked God to smite the Syrian soldiers with blindness, and he led them to the king’s palace. He wasn’t holding any weapon, neither did he bind the soldiers; he just told them to follow him, and because they had become blind, they followed him into their enemy’s territory. They would have lost their lives that day if Elisha had not stopped the king from killing them. He was able to arrest the soldiers who came to arrest him because he could see beyond the physical.

In 1 Samuel 17, Israel was being tormented by Goliath. The torment went on for 40 days and nights because there was no one on the battlefield whose spiritual eyes were opened.

They all saw a formidable giant, but David came to the battlefield and saw Goliath as a dead man. David said to him, “I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. Today, I will cut off your head and feed the Philistine army to the birds so that the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel” (1 Samuel 17:45-46).

Beloved, what you see with your spiritual eyes will go a long way in determining if you will live as a victim or a victorious believer. If you have surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, spend quality time in constant fellowship with Him. As you do this, I pray that the Lord will open your spiritual eyes. If, however, the Lord has already opened your spiritual eyes, I pray for greater revelations for you, in Jesus’ name.

REFLECTION

Are your spiritual eyes open?

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 12 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalm 119:18 (KJV)
“Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.”
This prayer of the psalmist is the heart cry for spiritual illumination. It acknowledges that the Bible contains depths of revelation that remain hidden to the natural mind. It is a request for the Holy Spirit, the author of Scripture, to act as our divine teacher, unveiling the “wondrous things”—the profound truths, promises, and strategies—that are embedded within God’s Word.

BIBLE READING: 2 Kings 6:15-23 (KJV)
This narrative perfectly illustrates the tension between natural sight and spiritual vision. The servant saw only the threatening Syrian army, a reality that produced overwhelming fear. Elisha saw the superior heavenly host, a reality that produced unshakable peace and authority. The pivotal moment is the prayer for opened eyes. When the servant’s spiritual sight was activated, his fear vanished because his perspective was permanently altered by a greater truth.

The Transformative Power of Spiritual Perspective

Daddy Adeboye uses this concluding devotional to demonstrate the practical, life-altering consequences of spiritual sight. The key interpretation is that your perspective determines your experience. The servant and Elisha were in the exact same physical circumstance, yet one was terrified and the other was triumphant. The difference was not their location, but their revelation. What you see in the spirit dictates whether you live as a victim of your circumstances or as a victor over them.

From Defense to Offense: The Authority of Sight

The story doesn’t end with the servant’s fear being relieved. Elisha’s opened eyes gave him not just comfort, but command. He moved from a defensive posture (being surrounded) to an offensive one (leading his captors captive). His prayer for the enemy to be struck with blindness was an act of spiritual authority that flowed from his spiritual perception. He understood that the battle was won in the spiritual realm before any physical action was taken. This teaches that opened spiritual eyes grant believers the authority to disarm and confuse the strategies of the enemy, turning their attacks into opportunities for God’s glory.

David vs. Goliath: A Case Study in Conflicting Realities

The account of David and Goliath is presented as another powerful example of two clashing perspectives. For 40 days, the Israelite army saw a “formidable giant.” Their spiritual eyes were closed, so they saw only his size, his strength, and his weapons. They interpreted the situation through the lens of their own ability and were defeated before the fight began.
David, however, saw a “dead man.” His spiritual eyes were open, so he saw Goliath’s defiance of God, his impending defeat, and the glory God would receive. He interpreted the situation through the lens of God’s ability and ran toward the battle. The giant was the same; the difference was what each party sawwith their spiritual perception.

The Pathway to Sustained Spiritual Sight

The devotional concludes with the essential prerequisites for maintaining opened spiritual eyes:

1. Surrender to Christ: This is the foundational step. A spirit that is not alive in Christ cannot perceive the things of the Spirit (1 Corinthians 2:14).
2. Quality Fellowship with God: Spiritual sight is not a one-time gift but a continually sharpened sense. It is cultivated through consistent, unhurried time in prayer, worship, and meditation on God’s Word. The more we gaze upon Him, the clearer our spiritual vision becomes (2 Corinthians 3:18).

A Prayer for Revelation

The closing prayer is twofold: for those who have not yet seen, that their eyes would be opened, and for those who have, that they would receive “greater revelations.” This indicates that spiritual sight has degrees. We can always see more, understand more, and perceive more of the infinite depths of God.

Pray this:
“Lord God, I echo the prayer of the psalmist: Open my eyes! I am tired of seeing only with natural vision. I want to behold the wondrous things in Your Word and the supernatural realities around me. baptize my vision with Your light. When I face overwhelming circumstances, help me to see Your chariots of fire. When I confront giants, help me to see their defeat. Holy Spirit, be my teacher and my guide. Sharpen my spiritual senses through constant fellowship with You until my default perspective is Your heavenly perspective. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Pray for Sight Daily: Make Psalm 119:18 your daily prayer before reading the Bible. Ask the Holy Spirit to highlight specific truths and show you their application.
2. Analyze Your Perspective: When you feel fear, anxiety, or defeat, ask yourself: “What am I seeing right now? What is the natural reality?” Then pray, “Lord, show me Your spiritual reality in this situation.”
3. Declare What You See: Like David, begin to verbalize the spiritual reality you discern. Declare God’s victory over your challenges, not based on your feelings, but based on the unseen truth He shows you.
4. Cultivate Fellowship: Block out daily and weekly time for deep, uninterrupted fellowship with God. This is not about a rushed devotion, but about lingering in His presence to see His face.

Remember: The battlefield of life is first won or lost in the realm of sight. Your natural eyes will always show you the enemy’s army and the giants. Your spiritual eyes, when opened by the Holy Spirit, will always show you the victory already secured by the Lord of Hosts. Choose which reality you will believe. Choose to see the invisible, and you will do the impossible.

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The Open Heaven 11 September 2025 devotional for today is SPIRITUAL EYES 1.

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 11 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: SPIRITUAL EYES 1

MEMORISE:

By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.
Hebrews 11:27

READ: 2 Kings 2:1-15:

1 And it came to pass, when the Lord would take up Elijah into heaven by a whirlwind, that Elijah went with Elisha from Gilgal.
2 And Elijah said unto Elisha, Tarry here, I pray thee; for the Lord hath sent me to Bethel. And Elisha said unto him, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. So they went down to Bethel.
3 And the sons of the prophets that were at Bethel came forth to Elisha, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Lord will take away thy master from thy head to day? And he said, Yea, I know it; hold ye your peace.
4 And Elijah said unto him, Elisha, tarry here, I pray thee; for the Lord hath sent me to Jericho. And he said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. So they came to Jericho.
5 And the sons of the prophets that were at Jericho came to Elisha, and said unto him, Knowest thou that the Lord will take away thy master from thy head to day? And he answered, Yea, I know it; hold ye your peace.

6 And Elijah said unto him, Tarry, I pray thee, here; for the Lord hath sent me to Jordan. And he said, As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. And they two went on.
7 And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.
8 And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground.
9 And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me.
10 And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so.

11 And it came to pass, as they still went on, and talked, that, behold, there appeared a chariot of fire, and horses of fire, and parted them both asunder; and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven.
12 And Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. And he saw him no more: and he took hold of his own clothes, and rent them in two pieces.
13 He took up also the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and went back, and stood by the bank of Jordan;
14 And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the Lord God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over.
15 And when the sons of the prophets which were to view at Jericho saw him, they said, The spirit of Elijah doth rest on Elisha. And they came to meet him, and bowed themselves to the ground before him.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 11 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Over the past two days, I have discussed two of the three kinds of eyes that humans have: physical eyes and mental eyes. Today, I will be discussing the third kind of eyes: spiritual eyes.
Your spiritual eyes give you the ability to see the invisible.

And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so. 2 Kings 2:9-10

In the Scripture above, Elisha requested for a double portion of Elijah’s spirit. Elijah replied,

“Your request will be granted if you can see me when I am being taken away from you.” What he actually meant was, “If your spiritual eyes can be opened to see the invisible, you will get what you have asked for.” When the chariots of fire descended from heaven, Elisha saw them and cried, “My Father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof”
(2 Kings 2:12).

God must have said, “His spiritual eyes are opened; he can have what he wants”. When your spiritual eyes become open, your destiny also opens up.

In 2 Kings 6:15-23, the Syrian army surrounded Elisha’s house; his servant saw them and was terrified. He ran to tell Elisha about the situation, and Elisha prayed that God would open his spiritual eyes. After he prayed, God opened his servant’s eyes, and the fellow who was scared became courageous because he could now see the invisible.

…And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha. 2 Kings 6:17

When God opens your spiritual eyes, you’ll be able to see beyond the physical realm, and you’ll have a better understanding of the divine power that backs you up as a Christian. If God has been using you before, this will further strengthen your faith and empower you to do more exploits for His kingdom. 

For this to happen, you must be born again, and your spirit must be better fed than your body. This can be done by praying, studying God’s word, fasting, worshipping intensely, and fellowshipping with other believers consistently.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, please open my spiritual eyes so l can know You more.

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 11 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Hebrews 11:27 (KJV)
“By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible.”
This verse captures the essence of spiritual sight. Moses’s courageous actions were not based on an analysis of the visible circumstances (Pharaoh’s army, Egypt’s power). They were fueled by a superior reality: he saw the invisible God. Faith, therefore, is the lens through which the spiritual eyes perceive and interact with the unseen realm, making it more real than natural threats.

BIBLE READING: 2 Kings 2:1-15 (KJV)
This passage details the transition of prophetic authority from Elijah to Elisha. The pivotal moment occurs in verses 9-12. Elisha’s request for a “double portion” was a request to become Elijah’s primary spiritual heir (Deuteronomy 21:17). Elijah’s condition—”if thou see me when I am taken from thee”—was the test. It was not a test of his physical vision, but of his spiritual perception. To see the spiritual dimension of Elijah’s translation was to prove he possessed the depth of spirit necessary to wield the mantle he requested.

The Faculty of Spiritual Perception

Daddy Adeboye culminates his series on the “three eyes” with the most crucial: the spiritual eyes. This is the God-given capacity to perceive spiritual realities—angels, demons, the glory of God, and divine strategies—that are active but invisible to the natural senses. It is the ability to see as God sees, to understand the supernatural context of natural events.

The Key to Unlocking Destiny

The story of Elisha is presented as the ultimate case study. The commentary interprets Elijah’s condition profoundly: the opening of Elisha’s spiritual eyes was the direct key to unlocking his destiny. His request was not granted because he was a good follower, but because he saw. This establishes a vital kingdom principle: Your spiritual perception determines your portion. Many believers are praying for a “double portion” of anointing, breakthrough, or blessing but are not cultivating the spiritual sight necessary to receive and steward it. Destiny is unlocked in the realm of the spirit before it manifests in the natural.

From Fear to Faith: The Practical Power of Spiritual Sight

The account of Elisha and his servant in 2 Kings 6 provides the practical application. The servant was terrified because his reality was defined solely by what he could see with his physical eyes: a vast enemy army. Elisha was calm because he saw with his spiritual eyes: a vaster heavenly host. The prayer, “LORD, open his eyes,” is a model intercession for every believer trapped in fear and anxiety. The interpretation is clear: Fear is a spiritual blindness; faith is spiritual sight. When our spiritual eyes are opened, our perspective shifts from the magnitude of our problem to the infinitely greater magnitude of our God.

The Source of Unshakable Confidence

A believer who sees the invisible chariots of fire understands the “divine power that backs [them] up.” This knowledge is what produces unshakable confidence and empowers “exploits” for God (Daniel 11:32). It moves God from a theological concept to a tangible, present reality. This is why the enemy works overtime to keep Christians spiritually blind—because a seeing Christian is a dangerous, fearless, and effective Christian.

How to Cultivate Spiritual Sight

The devotional concludes with the necessary conditions for opened spiritual eyes:

1. The New Birth (Salvation): A sinful, unregenerate spirit is dead to God and cannot perceive spiritual things (1 Corinthians 2:14). The spirit must be made alive in Christ.
2. Spiritual Nourishment: The spirit man must be “better fed than your body.” This is a call to prioritize:
   • Prayer: Communion with God that sharpens spiritual senses.
   • Studying God’s Word: The primary lens through which we learn to see truth.
   • Fasting: A discipline that weakens the flesh and sensitizes the spirit.
   • Worship: Engaging with God’s presence, which is the atmosphere of heaven.
   • Fellowship: Iron sharpening iron with other spirit-filled believers.

Pray this:
“Father, I desire to see the invisible. Forgive me for living by sight and not by faith. I ask today, as Elisha prayed for his servant, ‘LORD, open my eyes!’ Let my spiritual perception be awakened to the angelic hosts that surround me, to the strategies of heaven for my life, and to the reality of Your glorious presence. Help me to feed my spirit more than my flesh. May I walk not in fear of what I see in the natural, but in the bold confidence of what I see in the spirit. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Pray the Elisha Prayer Daily: Make “LORD, open my eyes” a daily prayer before you read the Bible or face a challenging situation.
2. Practice Spiritual Discernment: After prayer, be still and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal what He is doing in your circumstances. Journal anyScripture, picture, or impression He brings to mind.
3. Prioritize Your Spirit’s Diet: This week, consciously choose to spend more time in prayer and the Word than you do on entertainment or leisurely meals.
4. Declare What is Unseen: Like Moses, start making decisions based on the invisible God. Verbally declare God’s promises over your situation, affirming that the spiritual reality is more true than the natural one.

Remember: The greatest realities are unseen. Your natural circumstances are a shadow; the spiritual truth is the substance. Cultivate your spiritual sight, for it is the gateway to your destiny and the source of unconquerable faith. When you see Him who is invisible, you will forsake every Egypt and fear no king.

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The Open Heaven 9 September 2025 devotional for today is YOUR EYES.

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 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR EYES

MEMORISE:

I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: 1 hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me.
Psalm 101:3

READ: Matthew 6:22-23:

22 The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light.
23 But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness!

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 9 SEPTEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

I believe that humans have three kinds of eyes: physical l eyes, mental eyes, and spiritual eyes. Over the next few days, I will discuss these kinds of eyes.

Your physical eyes are the two eyes that you use to see physical objects and the world around you. According to today’s Bible reading, they are the light of the body and are so important that Jesus restored the sight of every blind person that came to Him asking for sight during His earthly ministry. 

In Bartimaeus’ case, He spoke His word, and that word supplied two brand-new eyes (Mark 10:46-52). In the case of the man in John 9:1-7, He released His anointing into ordinary mud, and from that mud, He created two brand-new eyes. In Mark 8:22-26, He touched a man who was blind twice. The first time He touched him, the man said that he could see men looking like trees. This wasn’t good enough for Jesus, so He touched him again. When you go through the Scriptures, you will discover that instance was the only time Jesus touched anybody for their healing twice. I am sure Jesus did this to show the importance of the physical eyes. 

If anyone reading this devotional has problems with their physical eyes, I decree that God will touch such a person today, in the name of Jesus Christ.

Since your physical eyes are the light of your body, what you see with them will determine the state of your body. If you want your body to be full of light, you will not look at things that come from the kingdom of darkness. You won’t watch certain movies or view certain pictures as they can quench the light in you and make you live in darkness. The devil is after your eyes because he knows that if he can darken them, he has succeeded in darkening your body, which is the temple of the Lord. Don’t let him succeed; look away from things that can bring darkness. Flee from every appearance of evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22).

Samson was greatly helped by God, and God used him to achieve mighty things. However, the moment he began to fix his gaze on the wrong things, he opened himself to the enemy’s attack. The enemy removed his eyes, and he was plunged into darkness because he became careless with his eyes (Judges 14-16).

Beloved, be careful of what you fix your gaze on, and don’t give the enemy a chance to plunge you into darkness.

KEYPOINT

Do not expose yourself to things that can plunge you into darkness.

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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 9 SEPTEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalm 101:3 (KJV)
“I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me.”
This verse is a powerful personal covenant of consecration. It is a proactive decision to guard the gates of the soul by controlling what the eyes behold. The psalmist declares a hatred for evil works and a determination not to let them adhere to his life. This establishes the principle that what we look at has the power to define and defile us.

BIBLE READING: Matthew 6:22-23 (KJV)
“22 The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. 23 But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness!”
Jesus teaches that the eye is not merely a receptor but a conduit that illuminates or darkens the entire inner man. A “single” eye (Greek: haplous) means sound, clear, focused, and generous—fixed on God and His kingdom. An “evil” eye (Greek: ponēros) is one that is diseased, malicious, envious, or focused on wickedness. The condition of the eye directly determines the condition of the soul.

The Primacy and Power of Physical Sight

Daddy Adeboye begins a series on the “three eyes” by focusing on the physical, establishing its God-given importance. He highlights that Jesus never refused a request for physical sight, demonstrating God’s desire for wholeness in this area. The commentary on the different methods Jesus used (a word in Bartimaeus’s case, clay in John 9, a double touch in Mark 8) shows that God is not limited to one way of healing and that He is meticulous in ensuring our sight is complete and perfect. This underscores that caring for our physical eyes and seeking God’s healing for them is a valid and important faith pursuit.

The Eye as the Gateway to the Soul

The central interpretation of this devotional is that the physical eyes are a primary gateway for spiritual influence. The principle from Matthew 6:22-23 is that what we allow through our eyes will fill our entire being. If we feed our eyes with light (God’s word, purity, beauty, righteousness), our inner man will be illuminated, full of God’s life and clarity. Conversely, if we feed our eyes with darkness (pornography, violence, covetousness, sin), that darkness will permeate our thoughts, emotions, and eventually, our actions, plunging our spiritual life into profound obscurity.

The Enemy’s Strategy and Our Defense

The devotional sounds a critical alarm: the devil specifically targets the eyes because he knows they are a strategic entry point. His goal is to “darken” them, thereby darkening the temple of the Holy Spirit (our body). The example of Samson is a sobering case study. His downfall began not when Delilah cut his hair, but when he first “saw” a Philistine woman (Judges 14:1) and later “saw” Delilah (Judges 16:4). He was careless with his gaze, and it led to his eyes being gouged out—a physical manifestation of the spiritual darkness he had already entered. His story is a warning that unguarded vision leads to captivity and loss of purpose.

The Call to Radical Consecration

The application is a call to intentional and radical custody of the eyes. It moves beyond a suggestion to a command: “Flee from every appearance of evil” (1 Thessalonians 5:22). This means:

• Proactive Avoidance: Making a covenant like Psalm 101:3 to “set no wicked thing” before our eyes. This involves curating what we watch, what we read, and what we look at online or in media.
• Immediate Rejection: When evil appears unexpectedly, we must train ourselves to “look away” instantly, refusing to let the image take root.
• Positive Engagement: Actively filling our vision with things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable (Philippians 4:8).

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, You are the light of the world. I ask that You would touch my physical eyes right now, healing any defect and granting me perfect sight. But more importantly, Lord, be the guardian of my gaze. Give me the strength and discipline to turn my eyes from looking at worthless things (Psalm 119:37). I make a covenant today, like the psalmist, to set no wicked thing before my eyes. Holy Spirit, alert me when my gaze wanders into darkness. Let my eyes be single, focused on You, so that my whole body may be filled with Your light. In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Conduct an Audit: Review your media consumption—TV shows, movies, social media feeds, websites. Do they contain “appearances of evil” you need to flee from?
2. Install Guards: Use accountability software on your devices. Commit to the “bounce rule”—immediately closing any webpage or turning off any show that causes you to stumble.
3. Fill with Light: Intentionally schedule time to watch anointed sermons, listen to worship music, or behold God’s creation in nature to feed your spirit light.
4. Practice Looking Away: Train your reflex. When an inappropriate image or scene appears, consciously and immediately avert your eyes and utter a short prayer (e.g., “Jesus, help me”).

Remember: Your vision is a gift and a gateway. You cannot always control what flashes before your eyes, but you can always control what you focus on and feed your soul. Every glance is a choice between light and darkness. Choose light, so that the lamp of your body will not be darkness, but will radiate the brilliant light of Christ for all to see.

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