The Open Heavens 25 August 2026 devotional for today is FEAR GOD I.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVENS 25 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: FEAR GOD I
MEMORISE:
But the Lord your God ye shall fear; and he shall deliver you out of the hand of all your enemies.
2 Kings 17:39
READ: Psalm 112:1-9
Praise ye the Lord. Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.
2 His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
3 Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
5 A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
6 Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
7 He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.
8 His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.
9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.
RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 25 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE
The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom (Psalm 111:10); therefore, anyone who does not fear God is not wise. He is a Consuming Fire (Hebrews 12:29), and those who do not fear Him are truly foolish because even a mad dog fears fire. Psalm 111:10 also means that those who fear God become wise.
Apart from wisdom, however, there are many other benefits to fearing God, and today’s Bible reading outlines many of them. One of the benefits is that the seed of a person who fears God will be mighty upon the earth (Psalm 112:2). That same verse also tells us that the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
Psalm 112:3 says that you will have access to wealth and riches when you fear God. Also, Psalm 112:7 says that you will not be afraid of evil tidings. People who fear God do not need to be afraid of anything because He will deliver them out of the hands of all their enemies and everything that can harm them.
Those who do not fear God will find it easy to commit sins, and this can bring a curse upon them and their descendants. For example, Gehazis lack of fear for the Lord caused him and his descendants to become carriers of the leprosy that was previously upon Naaman (2 Kings 5:20-27).
Whenever a person acts in a way that shows that he or she does not fear God, such a person robs his or her children of the opportunity to be great and exposes them to curses rather than blessings.
Joab was another person whose lack of fear for the Lord brought curses upon his lineage. In 2 Samuel 3:27-22, the Bible details how he tricked Abner and murdered him in cold blood. When David heard about it, he placed a curse on Joab’s lineage that sicknesses, leprosy, poverty, weakness, and untimely death would befall Joab’s family and his descendants. People who do not fear God purchase trouble for their children.
Beloved, if you want your future and that of your children to be glorious, you need to have the fear of God in you. If you’re going to have peace of mind in your old age, you must fear God.
The reason I am sure that my tomorrow and those of my children will be alright is that I fear the Lord. I pray that your life and those of your descendants will be filled with blessings and not curses, in Jesus name.
KEY POINT
The fear of the Lord guarantees God’s blessings for you and your lineage.
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OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 25 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: 2 Kings 17:39
“But the LORD your God ye shall fear; and he shall deliver you out of the hand of all your enemies.”
The fear of the Lord is not terror—it is reverent awe, obedience, and submission to God. When you fear Him, He delivers you from every enemy and secures your future.
BIBLE READING: Psalm 112:1-9
This psalm outlines the blessings of those who fear the Lord. Their seed shall be mighty upon the earth; wealth and riches shall be in their house; they shall not be afraid of evil tidings; their heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. The fear of God unlocks supernatural provision, protection, and peace.
The Fear of God Is the Beginning of Wisdom
“The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom (Psalm 111:10); therefore, anyone who does not fear God is not wise. He is a Consuming Fire (Hebrews 12:29), and those who do not fear Him are truly foolish because even a mad dog fears fire.”
Psalm 111:10 – “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments.”
| The Fear of God Produces | The Absence of God’s Fear Produces |
|---|---|
| Wisdom | Foolishness |
| Obedience | Disobedience |
| Blessings | Curses |
“Even a mad dog fears fire.”
If even a wild animal has enough sense to fear fire, how much more should a rational human fear the Consuming Fire—the Holy God?
The Benefits of Fearing God
“Apart from wisdom, however, there are many other benefits to fearing God, and today’s Bible reading outlines many of them.”
Psalm 112:1-9 – The benefits of the fear of the Lord:
| Benefit | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Your seed shall be mighty (v.2) | Your descendants will be great and influential |
| Wealth and riches (v.3) | God’s provision and prosperity |
| Not afraid of evil tidings (v.7) | Peace and stability in troubled times |
| Heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord (v.7) | Unshakeable confidence |
| He will deliver from enemies (2 Kings 17:39) | Supernatural protection |
The Curse of Not Fearing God: Gehazi
“Those who do not fear God will find it easy to commit sins, and this can bring a curse upon them and their descendants. For example, Gehazi’s lack of fear for the Lord caused him and his descendants to become carriers of the leprosy that was previously upon Naaman (2 Kings 5:20-27).”
| What Gehazi Did | The Consequence |
|---|---|
| Lied to Naaman for money | Leprosy clung to him and his descendants |
| Acted without fear of God | A curse passed to his lineage |
“Whenever a person acts in a way that shows that he or she does not fear God, such a person robs his or her children of the opportunity to be great and exposes them to curses rather than blessings.”
The Curse of Not Fearing God: Joab
“Joab was another person whose lack of fear for the Lord brought curses upon his lineage. In 2 Samuel 3:27-29, the Bible details how he tricked Abner and murdered him in cold blood. When David heard about it, he placed a curse on Joab’s lineage that sicknesses, leprosy, poverty, weakness, and untimely death would befall Joab’s family and his descendants.”
2 Samuel 3:29 – “Let it rest on the head of Joab, and on all his father’s house; and let there not fail from the house of Joab one that hath an issue, or that is a leper, or that leaneth on a staff, or that falleth on the sword, or that lacketh bread.”
| What Joab Did | The Curse on His Descendants |
|---|---|
| Murdered Abner in cold blood | Sickness, leprosy, poverty, weakness, untimely death |
| Acted without fear of God | His lineage was cursed |
“People who do not fear God purchase trouble for their children.”
The Blessing of Fearing God
“Beloved, if you want your future and that of your children to be glorious, you need to have the fear of God in you. If you’re going to have peace of mind in your old age, you must fear God.”
| Fear God and | The Result |
|---|---|
| Your future will be glorious | Your children will be blessed |
| Your old age will have peace | You will be delivered from enemies |
| Your descendants will be mighty | Your lineage will carry blessing |
“The reason I am sure that my tomorrow and those of my children will be alright is that I fear the Lord.”
How to Cultivate the Fear of God (Practical Steps)
Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching, here is how to walk in the fear of the Lord:
1. Reverence God’s Holiness
Recognize that God is holy, just, and a consuming fire. Approach Him with awe and respect. Do not treat sin lightly.
2. Obey His Commandments
Psalm 111:10 – “A good understanding have all they that do his commandments.”
Fear is not just an emotion—it is expressed through obedience. Obey God’s word, even when it is difficult.
3. Avoid Sin Because You Fear Its Consequences
Gehazi and Joab did not fear God, and their descendants suffered. Let the fear of God keep you from sin.
4. Teach Your Children to Fear the Lord
Do not assume your children will automatically fear God. Teach them. Model it. Let them see your reverence for the Lord.
5. Trust God’s Protection
When you fear God, you do not need to fear anything else. He will deliver you from every enemy.
Warning: Lack of Fear Brings Curses on Your Descendants
Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: the choices you make today affect your children and grandchildren.
| If You Do Not Fear God | The Result |
|---|---|
| You purchase trouble for your children | Curses pass to your lineage |
| You rob them of greatness | They miss their destiny |
| You expose them to judgment | They suffer for your choices |
Conclusion: Your Prayer for the Fear of God
Daddy Adeboye closes with a prayer that your life and your descendants will be filled with blessings. Fear the Lord—and secure your future.
Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I desire to fear You—not with terror, but with reverent awe and obedience. Forgive me for the times I have acted without the fear of God. Forgive me for the sins that could have brought curses on my descendants. Today, I choose to fear You. I will obey Your commandments. I will not act foolishly. I will not purchase trouble for my children. I trust You to deliver me from every enemy. Let my children be mighty upon the earth. Let my descendants walk in blessing, not curse. In Jesus’ mighty name.”
Action Steps:
- The Fear Check: Ask yourself: Do I fear God in my daily decisions? If not, repent and realign.
- The Generational Audit: Are there any sins or patterns in your life that could bring curses on your descendants? Confess them. Break them.
- The Descendant Declaration: Declare daily: “I fear the Lord. My children will be mighty. My descendants will be blessed.”
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