The Open Heaven 15 April 2025 devotional for today is THE LAW OF HARVEST. The author of this daily devotion is Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVEN 15 APRIL 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: THE LAW OF HARVEST
MEMORISE
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Galatians 6:7
READ: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
8 And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:
9 (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.
10 Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness
11 Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 15 APRIL 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
One of my sons was in a church service, and the Lord told him to give an offering of N1,000, which was a lot of money in those days. He said, “Get behind me, satan,” and God replied,
“It is not satan, it is Me, and I am not going anywhere.” He kept trying to silence the voice that spoke to him, but the voice persisted. At last, he decided to give N500, just in case it was God. The next week, a woman came to his office and gave him N50,000. He was excited because it was a lot of money. As the woman was leaving, she turned back and said, “Sir, I’m sorry, but l have to confess this. I was actually supposed to give you N100,000, but something came up, and I had to spend N50,000 out of it.” Immediately he heard that, his excitement vanished. He realised that God wanted him to reap a harvest of N100,000, but he only sowed half of the seed that was required.
When we sow something little, we will reap something little in return (2 Corinthians 9:6, Luke 6:38). The harvest of a farmer who sows on hectares of land cannot be compared to that of a farmer who sows on a small piece of land in his backyard. Wise farmers reserve their best crops for sowing because they know that the quality of the seed is a major determinant of the quality of the harvest.
Only foolish fellows eat the best of their seeds. Whenever God blesses you, He puts the seed for the next season and the bread for the present season in that blessing. Always recognise your seed and sow it.
Seeds can be in the form of actions, service, or words. In 2 Kings 4:8-10, the great woman of Shunem sowed the seed of kindness to Elisha, and she reaped a bountiful harvest. Her decision to set aside a space for the man of God to rest whenever he passed by her town was a seed that yielded multiple harvests.
First, she reaped a harvest of fruitfulness after a long period of barrenness; then, she reaped a harvest of resurrection when her son suddenly died and was resurrected.
Lastly, she reaped a harvest of miraculous restoration after returning to her city following a seven-year famine to find that her land and house had been taken over (2 Kings 4:8-8:1-6).
I decree that all your good seeds will yield bountiful harvests, in Jesus’ name.
ACTION POINT:
Plant a seed of kindness in somebody’s life today.
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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 15 APRIL 2025 COMMENTARY
1. The Principle of Proportional Harvest
The devotional for today opens with a powerful testimony illustrating the law of sowing and reaping:
- The Son’s Partial Obedience:
- Commanded to sow N1,000 → Sowed N500 → Reaped N50,000 (half of potential N100,000).
- Divine Mathematics:
- Seed: N1,000 → Harvest: N100,000 (100-fold return).
- Seed: N500 → Harvest: N50,000 (same proportion, but lesser total).
Key Insight:
- Harvest size is determined by seed size (2 Corinthians 9:6).
- Partial obedience = Limited harvest (1 Chronicles 21:24 – David refused “free” sacrifices).
Application:
Identify one area where God is asking you to sow fully (finances, time, service).
2. The Wisdom of Seed Preservation
The Open Heaven devotional for today highlights two types of farmers:
- The Wise:
- “Reserve their best crops for sowing” Expectant of greater harvests.
- The Foolish:
- “Eat the best of their seeds” Short-term satisfaction, long-term lack.
Biblical Examples:
- Joseph (Genesis 41:34-36): Stored grain in plenty for famine.
- The Shunammite Woman (2 Kings 4:8-10): Sowed kindness → Reaped miracles.
Warning:
- Consuming your seed bankrupts your future (Haggai 1:6 – “You earn wages to put into a bag with holes”).
Action Step:
Separate your “seed” (for sowing) from your “bread” (for consumption).
3. The Diversity of Seeds
Today’s devotional expands seeding beyond money to include:
| Seed Type | Example | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| Kindness | Shunammite’s hospitality | Son’s resurrection (2 Kings 4:32-37) |
| Service | Dorcas’ garments (Acts 9:39) | Church revival (Acts 9:42) |
| Words | Prophetic encouragement | Eternal impact (Proverbs 18:21) |
Modern Application:
- Sow encouragement → Reap strengthened relationships.
- Sow time in mentoring → Reap generational legacy.
Prayer:
“Lord, open my eyes to recognize ‘non-financial’ seeds You want me to sow today.”
4. The Shunammite’s Harvest Blueprint
The woman of Shunem (2 Kings 4-8) reaped threefold from one seed:
- Fruitfulness: A son after barrenness (4:16-17).
- Resurrection: Son raised from death (4:32-37).
- Restoration: Land returned after famine (8:1-6).
Key Lesson:
- One seed can yield layered harvests over time.
- Divine timing: Her greatest miracle (resurrection) came after her seed seemed “spent.”
Encouragement:
- Don’t regret past seeds—their harvest may still be coming (Ecclesiastes 11:1).
5. Prophetic Declarations for Your Harvest
The devotional closes with decrees:
- “Every seed you’ve sown will yield unexpectedly!”
- “Your ‘Shunammite season’ of multiplied returns has come!”
- “No more seed-wasting in your life!”
Stand on These Promises:
- “God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you may have an abundance for every good work” (2 Corinthians 9:8).
- “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest shall not cease” (Genesis 8:22).
Final Thought: Your Seed is Your Future
The son’s story warns: Don’t negotiate with God’s sowing instructions.
Action Steps:
- Obey promptly the next time God prompts you to sow (time, money, kindness).
- Journal past seeds and watch for their harvests.
- Testify when harvests manifest to strengthen others’ faith.
“Your harvest isn’t just about you. It’s a testimony that will inspire generations!”
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