The Open Heavens 10 August 2026 devotional for today is YOUR LEGACY IS NOT FOR SALE.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVENS 10 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: YOUR LEGACY IS NOT FOR SALE
MEMORISE
A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
Proverbs 13:22
READ: 2 Kings 20:12-19
12 At that time Berodachbaladan, the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent letters and a present unto Hezekiah: for he had heard that Hezekiah had been sick.
13 And Hezekiah hearkened unto them, and shewed them all the house of his precious things, the silver, and the gold, and the spices, and the precious ointment, and all the house of his armour, and all that was found in his treasures: there was nothing in his house, nor in all his dominion, that Hezekiah shewed them not.
14 Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him, What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah said, They are come from a far country, even from Babylon.
15 And he said, What have they seen in thine house? And Hezekiah answered, All the things that are in mine house have they seen: there is nothing among my treasures that I have not shewed them.
16 And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of the Lord.
17 Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy fathers have laid up in store unto this day, shall be carried into Babylon: nothing shall be left, saith the Lord.
18 And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.
19 Then said Hezekiah unto Isaiah, Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken. And he said, Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days?
RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 10 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE
You should always ask yourself this question, especially as you advance in age: “What will people say about me when I am gone?” The truth is that the way you are living your life now will determine what people will say about you when you are gone.
This is why you must strive to create a good legacy and guard it jealously. You must never trade it for anything, no matter how enticing it may appear.
Beloved, your legacy will include the name you will leave behind after you exit the earth. While King Hezekiah was a good king, he left a bad legacy for his descendants.
In 2 Kings 20:1-11, the king of Babylon sent emissaries to check on him, and he foolishly showed them all the treasures in his house and kingdom. His actions exposed his kingdom and consequently his descendants to the enemy.
When Isaiah told him that the consequence of his foolish actions would be the captivity of his children and that all the treasures of his land would be carted away by the king of Babylon, he replied, “Good is the word of the LORD which thou hast spoken. Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days?” surprisingly, he was okay with the captivity not happening in his time, but in the days of his children. His actions were clearly unwise.
Hezekiah sold his legacy just because he wanted to display his wealth. His descendants would always remember him as the one who exposed them to the enemy and made them lose the kingdom.
Today’s memory verse tells us that a good man will leave an inheritance for his children’s children. He will not deprive them of their inheritance or give them a bad name that they will be ashamed of. I pray that you will not open the door for the enemy to torment, afflict, or capture your descendants, in Jesus’ name.
Every family that is battling one ancestral problem or another was exposed to it by someone in their lineage; do not be such a person. If you have done things that you are not proud of, and you know that those things can affect your children and their descendants, run to God for mercy today.
Ask Him to cleanse you with His blood and rewrite your family’s story. No matter how old you are, as long as you are alive, there is still hope of leaving a good legacy for your descendants.
REFLECTION
What legacy are you leaving behind for your descendants?
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OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 10 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Proverbs 13:22
“A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.”
Your legacy is not just about what you accumulate—it is about what you pass down. A good man leaves a spiritual, material, and moral inheritance that blesses generations yet unborn.
BIBLE READING: 2 Kings 20:12-19
This passage records King Hezekiah’s fatal mistake. After his miraculous healing, the king of Babylon sent envoys with letters and gifts. Hezekiah, in pride, showed them all his treasures—the silver, gold, spices, precious oils, armory, and everything in his storehouses. The prophet Isaiah confronted him and declared that the day would come when all his treasures would be carried to Babylon, and his descendants would become eunuchs in the king’s palace. Hezekiah’s response was shockingly selfish: “Good is the word of the LORD… Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days?” He was content with the judgment falling on his children, as long as he enjoyed peace in his lifetime.
What Will People Say When You Are Gone?
“You should always ask yourself this question, especially as you advance in age: ‘What will people say about me when I am gone?’ The truth is that the way you are living your life now will determine what people will say about you when you are gone.”
| The Question | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| “What will people say about me?” | Your legacy is being shaped today |
| “Will I be remembered well?” | Your actions affect generations |
| “What will my descendants inherit?” | Your choices determine their future |
“This is why you must strive to create a good legacy and guard it jealously. You must never trade it for anything, no matter how enticing it may appear.”
| A Good Legacy | A Bad Legacy |
|---|---|
| Blesses your descendants | Curses your descendants |
| Brings honor to your name | Brings shame to your name |
| Builds for the future | Destroys the future |
Hezekiah’s Fatal Mistake: Selling His Legacy
“Beloved, your legacy will include the name you will leave behind after you exit the earth. While King Hezekiah was a good king, he left a bad legacy for his descendants.”
| Hezekiah’s Actions | The Consequence |
|---|---|
| Showed all his treasures to the enemy | Exposed his kingdom to Babylon |
| Acted in pride and foolishness | His descendants would be captured |
| Was content with peace in his own days | Left a curse for future generations |
“In 2 Kings 20:1-11, the king of Babylon sent emissaries to check on him, and he foolishly showed them all the treasures in his house and kingdom. His actions exposed his kingdom and consequently his descendants to the enemy.”
| What Hezekiah Did | What He Should Have Done |
|---|---|
| Flaunted his wealth | Kept his treasures secure |
| Was proud of his accomplishments | Gave glory to God |
| Focused only on his own days | Considered his descendants’ future |
“When Isaiah told him that the consequence of his foolish actions would be the captivity of his children and that all the treasures of his land would be carted away by the king of Babylon, he replied, ‘Good is the word of the LORD which thou hast spoken. Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days?’”
| Hezekiah’s Response | What It Revealed |
|---|---|
| “Good is the word of the LORD” | He accepted the judgment—on his children |
| “Is it not good, if peace and truth be in my days?” | He was selfish, caring only about his own lifetime |
“Surprisingly, he was okay with the captivity not happening in his time, but in the days of his children. His actions were clearly unwise.”
| Hezekiah’s Selfishness | The Legacy He Left |
|---|---|
| “Let me enjoy peace now” | His descendants would suffer later |
| “I don’t care about the future” | He sold his legacy for temporary comfort |
| “It won’t happen in my days” | He passed the curse to the next generation |
“Hezekiah sold his legacy just because he wanted to display his wealth. His descendants would always remember him as the one who exposed them to the enemy and made them lose the kingdom.”
The Inheritance of a Good Man (Proverbs 13:22)
“Today’s memory verse tells us that a good man will leave an inheritance for his children’s children. He will not deprive them of their inheritance or give them a bad name that they will be ashamed of.”
| A Good Man Leaves | A Foolish Man Leaves |
|---|---|
| A godly inheritance | A curse of exposure |
| A good name | A shameful reputation |
| Blessings for descendants | A legacy of captivity |
Proverbs 13:22 – “A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children.”
| What You Can Leave | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Spiritual inheritance (faith, prayer, godly example) | It blesses generations |
| Material inheritance (wisdom, resources, provision) | It provides for your descendants |
| A good name (integrity, honor, respect) | It opens doors for your children |
The Danger of Ancestral Problems
“I pray that you will not open the door for the enemy to torment, afflict, or capture your descendants, in Jesus’ name.”
| How Ancestral Problems Start | How They Are Passed |
|---|---|
| Someone in the lineage made a mistake | The consequences continue |
| Sin exposed the family to the enemy | The enemy maintains a hold |
| Pride, foolishness, or selfishness | Generations suffer |
“Every family that is battling one ancestral problem or another was exposed to it by someone in their lineage; do not be such a person.”
| Are You the One? | The Question to Ask |
|---|---|
| Will your descendants suffer because of your actions? | What have I exposed my family to? |
| Will your children pay for your mistakes? | What legacy am I leaving? |
There Is Still Hope to Change Your Legacy
“If you have done things that you are not proud of, and you know that those things can affect your children and their descendants, run to God for mercy today.”
| What You Can Do | The Result |
|---|---|
| Run to God for mercy | He can cleanse you with His blood |
| Ask Him to rewrite your family’s story | He can break generational curses |
| Repent and turn from your ways | Your descendants can be blessed |
“Ask Him to cleanse you with His blood and rewrite your family’s story. No matter how old you are, as long as you are alive, there is still hope of leaving a good legacy for your descendants.”
| As Long As You Are Alive | You Can |
|---|---|
| Repent of past mistakes | Change your legacy |
| Start living wisely | Bless your descendants |
| Pray for your children | Break generational cycles |
How to Leave a Good Legacy (Practical Steps)
Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching and the warning of Hezekiah, here is how to leave a lasting inheritance for your descendants:
1. Consider Your Descendants, Not Just Yourself
Do not be like Hezekiah who only cared about peace in his days. Think about your children, grandchildren, and future generations. Your choices affect them.
2. Guard Your Family from Exposure
Do not expose your family to the enemy through sin, pride, or unwise actions. Protect your household by living wisely and walking in integrity.
3. Leave a Spiritual Inheritance
Your most valuable legacy is not money—it is faith. Teach your children to pray. Model godliness. Pass down a relationship with Jesus Christ.
4. Repent and Break Generational Curses
If you have made mistakes that could affect your descendants, run to God for mercy. Ask Him to cleanse you and rewrite your family’s story.
5. Live in a Way That Honors God
The best legacy you can leave is a life that honors God. When people remember you, let them remember a person of faith, integrity, and love.
Warning: Hezekiah’s Indifference Cost His Descendants
Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: it is possible to be a good king and still leave a bad legacy. Hezekiah was good, but his pride and selfishness sold his children into captivity.
| What Hezekiah Did | The Cost |
|---|---|
| Showed his treasures | His descendants lost everything |
| Cared only about his own days | His children suffered |
| Was content with the judgment | The kingdom was lost |
Conclusion: Your Prayer for a Godly Legacy
Daddy Adeboye closes with a call to run to God for mercy and ask Him to rewrite your family’s story. As long as you are alive, there is hope.
Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I come before You with a humble heart. Forgive me for the times I have acted like Hezekiah—proud, selfish, and unconcerned about my descendants. Forgive me for exposing my family to the enemy through my unwise actions. Today, I ask You to cleanse me with Your blood. Rewrite my family’s story. Break every generational curse. Let my children and grandchildren inherit blessing, not curse. Help me to leave a legacy of faith, integrity, and honor. I will not sell my legacy for temporary comfort. I will not care only about my days. I want my descendants to say, ‘He was a good man who left an inheritance for his children’s children.’ In Jesus’ mighty name.”
Action Steps:
- The Legacy Check: Ask yourself honestly: What will my grandchildren inherit from me? A blessing or a curse? A good name or shame? Faith or indifference? Write down your answer and commit to changing what needs to change.
- The Repentance Step: If there is any sin, pride, or unwise action that could affect your descendants, confess it today. Ask God to cleanse you and break the cycle.
- The Inheritance Plan: Start intentionally building a spiritual inheritance. Spend time with your children and grandchildren. Pray for them. Model godliness. Leave a legacy that honors God.
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