The Open Heaven 15 June 2026 devotional for today is BE RICH IN GOOD WORKS.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVEN 15 JUNE 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: BE RICH IN GOOD WORKS
MEMORISE:
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10
READ: 1 Timothy 6:17-19
17 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
18 That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
19 Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 15 JUNE 2026 TODAY MESSAGE
I once spent the night in the house of a wealthy man, and he invited me to stay for breakfast. When I got to the dining table, I was presented with a variety of dishes to choose from. There were so many options that I became overwhelmed and began to long for the simplicity of the meals in my house.
Beloved, I have spent a little over 80 years in this world, and I have realised that it takes really simple things to truly enjoy life. It is good to be wealthy; however, if people make their material possessions the focus of their lives to the extent that even regular things in their lives become complicated, it can lead to depression.
In today’s Bible reading, Paul urged Timothy to tell those who were rich in the church he was overseeing not to be high-minded but to be rich in good works.
God doesn’t give people wealth so they can flaunt it; He blesses people with wealth so they can be good stewards of His resources. Any fellow who hoards what God has given him or her will not enjoy happiness because it is always more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35).
God wants His children to be rich in good works. He wants them to be like the women in Luke 8:2-3 who used their resources to minister to Jesus and advance His earthly ministry. The blessings that God has given to you should be used to bless others.
No matter how big your house is, you cannot sleep in all the rooms in it at the same time. No matter how rich you are, it will be foolish to wash your hands with oil instead of water because you will only be causing trouble for yourself. Life is simple; it should not be complicated in the process of trying to flaunt wealth. Many people have fallen into a state of depression because they allowed their wealth to distract them from the simplicity of life.
Beloved, the only way the wealth God blesses you with can truly make you happy is when you are rich in good works like feeding the poor, supporting missionaries on mission fields, building churches, and expanding God’s kingdom in whatever way you can. Therefore, rather than spending your money on the most expensive things you can get, use it to make an impact for God’s kingdom in the world.
REFLECTION:
Are you rich in good works?
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OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 15 JUNE 2026 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Ephesians 2:10
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.”
The word “workmanship” (Greek poiema) means a masterpiece, a work of art. You are God’s masterpiece—not created for selfish accumulation, but “unto good works.” God has already prepared specific good works for you to walk in. Wealth, therefore, is not an end in itself. It is fuel for the good works God designed you to do. When you use your resources for His purposes, you become what you were always meant to be.
BIBLE READING: 1 Timothy 6:17-19
“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.”
Daddy Adeboye uses this text to show that wealth is a stewardship, not an ownership. What you give away is what you store up for eternity.
The Simplicity of True Enjoyment
1. Daddy Adeboye’s Breakfast Testimony
Daddy Adeboye shares a revealing personal experience:
“I once spent the night in the house of a wealthy man, and he invited me to stay for breakfast. When I got to the dining table, I was presented with a variety of dishes to choose from. There were so many options that I became overwhelmed and began to long for the simplicity of the meals in my house.”
This is a striking admission from a man who leads one of the largest church denominations in the world. With access to anything, he found himself longing for simplicity.
| The Wealthy Man’s Table | Daddy Adeboye’s Response |
|---|---|
| Overwhelming variety | Became overwhelmed |
| Many options, complicated choices | Longed for simplicity |
| Extravagant display | Missed the simple meals at home |
“I have spent a little over 80 years in this world, and I have realised that it takes really simple things to truly enjoy life.”
This is wisdom from a lifetime of experience. Joy is not found in complexity, excess, or ostentation. Joy is found in simple things: a peaceful meal, a quiet home, meaningful relationships, and a clear conscience before God.
2. When Wealth Complicates Instead of Simplifies
Daddy Adeboye warns:
“It is good to be wealthy; however, if people make their material possessions the focus of their lives to the extent that even regular things in their lives become complicated, it can lead to depression.”
| Simple Life | Complicated Life (Wealth-Focused) |
|---|---|
| One meal, enjoyed gratefully | So many options, decision fatigue |
| A modest home, peaceful | A mansion, stressful to maintain |
| Enough clothes, functional | A closet full, nothing to wear |
| Basic transportation, reliable | Multiple luxury cars, constant worry about damage |
| Time for family and God | Time consumed by managing possessions |
“No matter how big your house is, you cannot sleep in all the rooms in it at the same time. No matter how rich you are, it will be foolish to wash your hands with oil instead of water because you will only be causing trouble for yourself.”
This is a powerful image. Oil is valuable. Water is common. Using oil to wash your hands is not a sign of wealth—it is a sign of foolishness. Wealth becomes destructive when it is used for what it was never intended. The purpose of oil is not hand-washing. The purpose of wealth is not self-glorification.
The Purpose of Wealth: Good Works, Not Flaunting
1. God’s Intent for Wealth
“God doesn’t give people wealth so they can flaunt it; He blesses people with wealth so they can be good stewards of His resources.”
| Wrong Use of Wealth | Right Use of Wealth |
|---|---|
| Flaunting (showing off) | Stewarding (managing for the Owner) |
| Hoarding (keeping it all) | Distributing (sharing generously) |
| Self-indulgence (pleasing yourself) | Good works (serving others and God) |
| Building a personal empire | Building God’s kingdom |
“Any fellow who hoards what God has given him or her will not enjoy happiness because it is always more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35).”
Acts 20:35 – “Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
Notice: Jesus did not say it is more profitable to give than to receive (though it is). He said it is more blessed. The blessing is not just financial—it is joy, fulfillment, peace, and the smile of God. Hoarders are miserable because they were made to give. You cannot frustrate your design and expect happiness.
2. The Women of Luke 8:2-3
Daddy Adeboye points to a beautiful example:
“He wants them to be like the women in Luke 8:2-3 who used their resources to minister to Jesus and advance His earthly ministry.”
Luke 8:2-3 – “And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities… Mary called Magdalene… and Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.”
These women:
- Had been transformed by Jesus (healed, delivered)
- Used their wealth to support Jesus’ ministry
- Did not wait for a building fund or a formal offering
- Ministered to Jesus of their substance (their own resources)
| The Women’s Example | Modern Application |
|---|---|
| They gave to support Jesus’ earthly work | Give to support gospel preachers, missionaries, and church work |
| They gave consistently, not once | Be a regular, faithful giver |
| They gave from what they had | Give proportionally; everyone can give something |
| They gave without seeking spotlight | Give quietly, for God’s glory, not human praise |
The Warning: Wealth Without Good Works Leads to Depression
Daddy Adeboye makes a startling connection between wealth and mental health:
“Many people have fallen into a state of depression because they allowed their wealth to distract them from the simplicity of life.”
How does wealth lead to depression?
| The Progression | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1. Wealth increases | More money, more possessions, more options |
| 2. Focus shifts | From God, family, and simple joys to managing, protecting, and displaying wealth |
| 3. Complexity multiplies | More decisions, more stress, more worry |
| 4. Isolation grows | Wealth can create distance from others; fear of being used for money |
| 5. Purpose vanishes | “What am I living for?” becomes a haunting question |
| 6. Depression sets in | The soul was made for more than accumulation |
“Life is simple; it should not be complicated in the process of trying to flaunt wealth.”
The rich man’s breakfast table overwhelmed Daddy Adeboye. That is the irony: the very wealth meant to provide abundance ended up producing anxiety. The man with ten cars cannot decide which to drive. The woman with a hundred dresses has nothing to wear. The millionaire with multiple homes is exhausted from maintaining them. This is not blessing; this is bondage.
How to Be Rich in Good Works (Practical Steps)
Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching and 1 Timothy 6:17-19, here is how to use wealth for true happiness:
1. Be “Ready to Distribute”
“That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate.”
| Action | Meaning | Practical Application |
|---|---|---|
| Ready to distribute | Immediate, not delayed generosity | When a need arises, give quickly; do not procrastinate |
| Willing to communicate (share) | Cheerful, not reluctant | Give with joy, not grudgingly (2 Corinthians 9:7) |
2. Feed the Poor
“The only way the wealth God blesses you with can truly make you happy is when you are rich in good works like feeding the poor…”
Proverbs 19:17 – “He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.”
When you feed the poor, you are not losing money; you are lending to God. And God is the best debtor.
3. Support Missionaries
“…supporting missionaries on mission fields…”
Missionaries leave comfort, family, and security to preach the gospel. Your wealth can send them, sustain them, and expand the reach of the kingdom. Every dollar given to missions is an investment in eternity.
4. Build Churches and Expand the Kingdom
“…building churches, and expanding God’s kingdom in whatever way you can.”
This includes:
- Supporting local church infrastructure
- Funding evangelistic outreaches
- Sponsoring Bible translation and distribution
- Supporting Christian education and media
“Rather than spending your money on the most expensive things you can get, use it to make an impact for God’s kingdom in the world.”
The Eternal Perspective: Laying Up Treasure in Heaven
Paul concludes the 1 Timothy 6 passage with an eternal promise:
“Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.” (1 Timothy 6:19)
| Earthly Treasure | Eternal Treasure |
|---|---|
| Rusts, decays, gets stolen | Never fades, perfectly secure (Matthew 6:19-20) |
| Stays on earth when you die | Greets you in heaven |
| Brings temporary comfort | Brings eternal reward |
| Can be taken by others | Cannot be taken |
| Is spent and gone | Is stored up forever |
Every time you give to God’s work, you are not losing wealth. You are transferring it to an account that never crashes, never devalues, and never closes.
The Simplicity of a Generous Life
Daddy Adeboye’s message is profoundly simple: life is simple. Enjoy simple things. Use wealth for good works. Give generously. Be happy.
| If You Hoard Wealth | If You Give Generously |
|---|---|
| You become complicated and anxious | You become simple and peaceful |
| You fear losing what you have | You trust God to provide more |
| You isolate yourself | You connect with others through generosity |
| You risk depression | You experience the joy of giving |
| You build temporary comfort | You lay up eternal treasure |
Warning: Do Not Let Wealth Complicate Your Life
Daddy Adeboye’s warning is clear: wealth is not the problem. Making wealth the focus of your life is the problem. When you flaunt wealth, you:
- Alienate others who have less
- Invite envy and predators
- Complicate the simple pleasures of life
- Risk your mental health through stress and anxiety
- Distract yourself from your true purpose
“Life is simple; it should not be complicated in the process of trying to flaunt wealth.”
Conclusion: Your Prayer for Generosity and Simplicity
Daddy Adeboye closes with the call to use wealth for kingdom impact. Pray this prayer with a heart ready to give.
Pray this:
“Father, I thank You for every resource You have entrusted to me. Forgive me for the times I have flaunted what You gave me, or hoarded what was meant to be shared. Forgive me for complicating my life with the pursuit of more when You have already given me enough. Today, I choose simplicity. I choose generosity. I choose to be rich in good works—feeding the poor, supporting missionaries, building Your church, and expanding Your kingdom. Take my money. Take my possessions. Use them for Your glory. I do not want to lay up treasure on earth that will not last. I want to lay up treasure in heaven that will greet me on the other side. Make me a cheerful giver, a ready distributor, and a faithful steward. In Jesus’ mighty name.”
Action Steps:
- The Simplicity Audit: Look at your life. Where has wealth (or the pursuit of it) made things unnecessarily complicated? Identify one area of complexity and simplify it this week (sell an unused possession, cancel an unnecessary subscription, reduce your options).
- The Good Works Plan: List three specific “good works” you can fund or participate in this month: feeding the poor, supporting a missionary, giving to a church project. Set aside a specific amount for each. Do not delay.
- The Generosity Test: The next time you receive income (salary, gift, blessing), before you spend anything on yourself, give something away. Let generosity be your first reflex, not your last resort.
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10)
You are God’s masterpiece, created for good works. Wealth is your tool, not your treasure. Give generously. Live simply. Lay up eternal wealth. Be rich in good works.
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