The Open Heavens 12 August 2026 devotional for today is INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT II.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVENS 12 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: INPUT DETERMINES OUTPUT II
MEMORISE:
But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.
Luke 12:48
READ: Matthew 25:14-30
14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.
15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey.
16 Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.
17 And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two.
18 But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord’s money.
19 After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.
20 And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more.
21 His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
22 He also that had received two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents: behold, I have gained two other talents beside them.
23 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
24 Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed:
25 And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.
26 His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:
27 Thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the exchangers, and then at my coming I should have received mine own with usury.
28 Take therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents.
29 For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
30 And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 12 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE
Referencing the example I gave in the first paragraph of yesterday’s teaching, if God gives you an assignment, He will provide you with the resources you need to execute it.
Some of those resources will be around you, and others will be within you. As we see in today’s memory verse, to whom much is given, much is expected, so the more resources God gives you, the more results He expects from you.
People who feel that God has not given them enough resources must be careful that they do not become like the servant who despised the talent his master gave him, as we read in today’s Bible reading. Some people feel that the resources they have are insufficient and try to wait for God to give them something better or more before they can start being faithful with the little they have.
Beloved, this is a wrong mindset. A person who cannot be faithful with what he or she has received should not expect to receive more. God only gives more to those who have proven themselves faithfu in little things.
I hail from a village that was not on the map. My father was so poor that people who were also poor called him poor. Even though my parents were poor and I did not have many resources growing up, God gave me one talent, and that is my brain. I used the talent God gave me very effectively by studying diligently, and gradually, I acquired many more resources with it.
The Lord gave me salvation in 1973, and from that point onward, I became a very useful vessel in His hands. When I reflect on the great things God has enabled me to achieve despite the limited resources started out with, always praise the Lord for His faithfulness. Indeed, when a fellow is faithful with little, more will be committed to him or her.
Child of God, look around and within you, and you will see all the great gifts that God has given to you. Don’t fail Him; please, use those gifts to win more souls to the Kingdom of God. Use them to gain so much influence that when you speak, people will be willing to listen and serve the same God that you serve.
I pray that the Almighty God will use you to accomplish mighty things in His Kingdom as you serve Him faithfully with the gifts He has given you, in Jesus’ name.
REFLECTION
Are you serving God faithfully with the gifts He has given you?
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OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 12 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Luke 12:48
“For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.”
God’s resources are not given for you to bury or ignore. The more He entrusts to you, the more He expects you to produce for His kingdom. Accountability increases with blessing.
BIBLE READING: Matthew 25:14-30
This is the Parable of the Talents. A master entrusted his servants with varying amounts of money before going on a journey. Two servants invested their talents and doubled them, earning the master’s praise. The third servant buried his talent in the ground out of fear and laziness. He was called wicked and slothful, and what he had was taken from him. The lesson is clear: faithful use of what God gives opens the door for more; neglect and fear lead to loss.
The Principle: God Provides Resources for Your Assignment
“Referencing the example I gave in the first paragraph of yesterday’s teaching, if God gives you an assignment, He will provide you with the resources you need to execute it. Some of those resources will be around you, and others will be within you.”
| Resources Around You | Resources Within You |
|---|---|
| People, connections, opportunities | Gifts, talents, abilities, your mind |
| Financial provision | Your brain, creativity, skills |
| Open doors | Your character, discipline, faith |
“As we see in today’s memory verse, to whom much is given, much is expected, so the more resources God gives you, the more results He expects from you.”
| More Given | More Required |
|---|---|
| Greater gifts | Greater fruitfulness |
| More opportunities | More accountability |
| More resources | More stewardship |
The Wrong Mindset: Despising the Little You Have
“People who feel that God has not given them enough resources must be careful that they do not become like the servant who despised the talent his master gave him, as we read in today’s Bible reading. Some people feel that the resources they have are insufficient and try to wait for God to give them something better or more before they can start being faithful with the little they have.”
| The Foolish Servant’s Mindset | The Wise Steward’s Mindset |
|---|---|
| “This is too small” | “I will use what I have” |
| “I will wait for something better” | “I will be faithful with what is given” |
| “It’s not enough to matter” | “Little is much when God is in it” |
“Beloved, this is a wrong mindset. A person who cannot be faithful with what he or she has received should not expect to receive more. God only gives more to those who have proven themselves faithful in little things.”
Luke 16:10 – “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.”
| Faithful in Little | Given More |
|---|---|
| Uses what God has given | Receives greater responsibility |
| Proves trustworthy | Entrusted with more |
| Honors God with small gifts | Elevated to greater influence |
Daddy Adeboye’s Testimony: One Talent Used Faithfully
“I hail from a village that was not on the map. My father was so poor that people who were also poor called him poor. Even though my parents were poor and I did not have many resources growing up, God gave me one talent, and that is my brain. I used the talent God gave me very effectively by studying diligently, and gradually, I acquired many more resources with it.”
| What He Started With | What He Did With It |
|---|---|
| A poor village, poor parents | He used his brain—his God-given talent |
| One talent (his mind) | Studied diligently |
| Limited resources | Acquired more resources through faithful use |
“The Lord gave me salvation in 1973, and from that point onward, I became a very useful vessel in His hands. When I reflect on the great things God has enabled me to achieve despite the limited resources I started out with, I always praise the Lord for His faithfulness.”
| The Beginning | The Outcome |
|---|---|
| Poor village, one talent | Used by God globally |
| Limited resources | Great things achieved |
| Faithful with little | More committed to him |
“Indeed, when a fellow is faithful with little, more will be committed to him or her.”
Look Around and Within You
“Child of God, look around and within you, and you will see all the great gifts that God has given to you.”
| Look Around You | Look Within You |
|---|---|
| Connections, opportunities, resources | Your gifts, talents, abilities |
| People God has placed in your life | Your mind, creativity, passion |
| Open doors | Your character, discipline |
“Don’t fail Him; please, use those gifts to win more souls to the Kingdom of God. Use them to gain so much influence that when you speak, people will be willing to listen and serve the same God that you serve.”
| Use Your Gifts For | The Result |
|---|---|
| Winning souls | The kingdom expands |
| Gaining influence | People listen and follow God |
| Serving faithfully | God entrusts you with more |
How to Be Faithful with What God Has Given (Practical Steps)
Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching and the Parable of the Talents, here is how to steward your resources well:
1. Identify What God Has Given You
Take inventory of your resources:
- Your mind, skills, talents
- Your time, energy, health
- Your relationships, connections, opportunities
- Your finances, possessions, influence
2. Stop Despising the Little
Do not say, “It’s not enough.” The servant with one talent despised it and buried it. But if you use what you have, God will multiply it. Start where you are. Use what you have.
3. Be Diligent in Small Things
Daddy Adeboye used his brain by studying diligently. Faithfulness is shown in consistent, disciplined effort. Do not wait for a big opportunity—be faithful in your daily tasks.
4. Use Your Gifts for Kingdom Purposes
The goal is not just personal success. Use what God has given you to win souls, build His kingdom, and influence others for Christ.
5. Expect More as You Prove Faithful
When you are faithful with little, God will trust you with more. This is the principle of promotion. Do not give up because you started small. Every great harvest starts with a small seed.
Warning: Burying Your Talent Leads to Loss
Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: the servant who buried his talent had it taken away. Neglect leads to loss.
| If You Bury Your Talent | The Result |
|---|---|
| You lose what you had | It is given to someone else |
| You are called wicked and slothful | God is not pleased |
| You miss your destiny | Others advance while you stay behind |
Conclusion: Your Prayer for Faithful Stewardship
Daddy Adeboye closes with a prayer that God will use you to accomplish mighty things as you serve Him faithfully with the gifts He has given you.
Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I thank You for every gift and resource You have given me. Forgive me for the times I have despised the little I have—waiting for more before I start. Today, I commit to being faithful with what I have. I will not bury my talent. I will use my mind, my skills, my time, and my opportunities for Your kingdom. Help me to be diligent, faithful, and fruitful. Use me to win souls, to influence others, and to bring glory to Your name. And as I am faithful with little, entrust me with more. In Jesus’ mighty name.”
Action Steps:
- The Talent Inventory: Write down three gifts God has given you. Be specific—skills, relationships, time, resources. Commit to using each one for His kingdom this week.
- The Diligence Check: Are you being faithful in the small things? Look at your daily habits. Are you consistent, hardworking, and disciplined? If not, make one change today.
- The Kingdom Investment: Choose one gift or resource and use it intentionally this week to share the gospel, help someone in need, or build up the body of Christ.
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