Today’s Open Heavens devotional, 28 March 2026, is MINISTERS OF LIGHT II.
The daily devotion guide is written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 28 MARCH 2026 DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: MINISTERS OF LIGHT II
MEMORISE:
Behold, I and the children whom the LORD hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the LORD of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion.
Isaiah 8:18
READ: Mark 16:17-20
17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
19 So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.
20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 28 MARCH 2026 MESSAGE TODAY
It is important for Christians to walk in signs and wonders if we are to win the world to Jesus. In John 4:48, Jesus said that some people will not believe the gospel unless they see signs and wonders. As a minister of light, you are God’s instrument for revealing His signs and wonders to the world, and He has already empowered you to perform miracles.
God seeks to perform special miracles through all His children, just as He did with Paul (Acts 19:11-12).
If you are His child, He wants you to lay hands on the sick for them to recover. Some Christians doubt that the sick will recover if they lay their hands on them, and as a result, they don’t lay hands on the sick. God didn’t say that you should lay hands on the sick and cause them to recover; all He wants is for you to lay hands on the sick, and He will make sure that they recover. All you have to do is obey Him and leave the rest to Him. When you lay your hands on the sick, His power at work in you will flow through your hands to ensure that they recover.
To become God’s instrument for revealing His signs and wonders, faith is important. Those who obey Jesus’ commandments in faith always get the results that Jesus said they would get.
As a young minister, when I read that I could lay my hands on the sick and they would recover, I started doing so secretly in my house. Whenever my children told me that they had a headache, I would take them to my room where nobody could see us, lay my hands on them, and say, “In the name of Jesus, headache, go!”
However, I would also ensure that there was medicine for headaches at hand. At that time, my faith was little, but God always meets His children at their levels of faith. After praying in that manner, many times, they would become well in less than five minutes. Today, I can lay my hands on anyone when they are sick because I know that Jesus will not fail.
Beloved, God calls you the light of the world (Matthew 5:14), and He cannot lie. Therefore, be bold in your capacity as light and begin to shine forth. I pray that henceforth, God’s glory and wonders will shine more than ever before in your life, in Jesus’ name.
KEY POINT
The key to walking in signs and wonders is exercising your faith in God.
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OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 28 MARCH 2026 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Isaiah 8:18
“Here am I and the children whom the LORD has given me! We are for signs and wonders in Israel from the LORD of hosts, who dwells in Mount Zion.”
This verse is powerful. The prophet Isaiah says that he and his children are signs and wonders. They are not just ordinary people. God has marked them out to show His power to the world. In the same way, you and your children—your spiritual children and your natural children—are meant to be signs and wonders. God wants to use your life to prove to people that He is real.
BIBLE READING: Mark 16:17-20
These are the last words Jesus spoke before He went up to heaven. They are His final instructions:
Verse 17: “And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues.”
Verse 18: “They will take up serpents; and if they drink anything deadly, it will by no means hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”
Verse 20: “And they went out and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them and confirming the word through the accompanying signs.”
Notice: Jesus did not say these signs would follow only the apostles. He said they would follow “those who believe.” That means you. If you believe in Jesus, these signs are supposed to follow you.
Signs and Wonders Are for You
Pastor E.A. Adeboye wants you to understand something important: God has already given you the power to do miracles. You do not need to beg for it. It is already in you because you are a child of God. Your job is to use it. When you step out in faith, God will back you up.
1. Why We Need Signs and Wonders
Some People Will Not Believe Without Them:
- In John 4:48, Jesus said, “Unless you people see signs and wonders, you will by no means believe.”
- This is sad but true. Some people will not listen to words alone. They need to see power. They need to see that God is real.
- You have what they need. You carry the power that can make them believe.
Signs Confirm the Word:
- Mark 16:20 says the disciples went out and preached, and the Lord worked with them, confirming the word with signs.
- When you preach and then heal someone, the healing confirms that your message is true. People will say, “The God this person talks about must be real. Look what He just did!”
You Are God’s Instrument:
- Isaiah 8:18 says God’s people are for signs and wonders. You are not just a person. You are a walking billboard for God’s power.
- When people look at you, they should see something different. They should see miracles following you.
2. What God Has Already Given You
Power to Heal the Sick:
- Mark 16:18 says, “They will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”
- Notice: It does not say “they might recover” or “they could recover.” It says they WILL recover.
- God did not say you must make them recover. He said you should lay hands on them. He will do the recovering. You just do the obeying.
Power Over Demons:
- The same verse says, “In My name they will cast out demons.”
- You have authority over every evil spirit. They must obey you because you carry the name of Jesus.
Protection from Harm:
- Jesus also said you will take up serpents and not be hurt, and if you drink poison, it will not harm you.
- This does not mean you should go looking for snakes or drinking poison. It means God will protect you when accidents happen. You are safe in His hands.
3. Faith is the Key
Doubt Will Stop You:
- Some Christians do not lay hands on the sick because they doubt. They think, “What if nothing happens?”
- But God did not ask you to worry about the results. He asked you to obey. Your job is to lay hands. His job is to heal.
Faith Grows Step by Step:
- Pastor Adeboye shares his own story. When he was a young minister, his faith was small. He would take his children to a private room, lay hands on them, and pray. But he also kept medicine nearby, just in case.
- God did not punish him for his small faith. God met him where he was. Many times, the children got well in less than five minutes.
- As he saw God work, his faith grew. Now he can lay hands on anyone, anywhere, because he knows Jesus will not fail.
God Meets You at Your Level:
- You do not need to have perfect faith before you start. Start with the faith you have. As you use it, it will grow.
- A small faith that acts is better than a big faith that does nothing.
4. You Are Light, So Shine
God Cannot Lie:
- Matthew 5:14 says you are the light of the world. This is not a suggestion. It is a fact. God said it, so it is true.
- If you are light, then you must shine. Light that does not shine is useless.
Be Bold:
- Do not be shy about your power in Christ. Do not be afraid to pray for people. Do not be afraid to lay hands on the sick.
- You are not doing this in your own strength. You are doing it in His name. And His name has all power.
Expect Results:
- When you pray, expect something to happen. Believe that God will back up His word.
- Sometimes healing comes fast. Sometimes it comes slowly. But God is always working.
How to Walk in Signs and Wonders
Obey What Jesus Said:
- Jesus said to lay hands on the sick. So do it. Do not wait until you feel ready. Do it now.
- When someone tells you they are sick, do not just say, “I will pray for you later.” Pray for them right there.
Start Where You Are:
- Begin with small things. Pray for headaches. Pray for colds. Pray for small pains.
- As you see God work in small things, your faith will grow for bigger things.
Keep Medicine, But Trust God:
- It is not wrong to have medicine. Pastor Adeboye kept medicine nearby when his faith was small.
- But do not let medicine replace your trust in God. Use medicine, but know that God is the healer.
Do Not Fear Failure:
- What if someone does not get healed right away? That does not mean you failed. It means the healing is still coming.
- Keep praying. Keep believing. Do not let one “no” stop you from praying for the next person.
Give Glory to God:
- When miracles happen, do not take the credit. Point people to Jesus.
- Let them know it was His power, not yours, that did the work.
Warning: Do Not Let Doubt Stop You
Doubt is a Thief:
- Doubt will steal your miracles before they happen. It will keep your hands in your pockets when they should be on someone’s head.
- Fight doubt with God’s word. Remind yourself of what Jesus said. He cannot lie.
Fear of What People Think:
- Some people are afraid to pray for others because they worry about looking foolish.
- But would you rather look wise to people or see God’s power at work? Choose to step out.
Conclusion: Your Time to Shine
Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I thank You for making me light. I thank You for giving me power to do signs and wonders. Forgive me for the times I have doubted. Forgive me for the times I have been afraid to pray for others. Today I receive boldness. I will lay hands on the sick. I will cast out demons. I will let my light shine. I trust You to back up Your word. When I pray, let miracles happen. Use me to show the world that You are real. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
Things to Do:
- Start Small: This week, pray for at least one person who is sick. It could be a family member, a friend, or even yourself. Lay hands on them and command the sickness to go in Jesus’ name.
- Write Down the Promises: Write out Mark 16:17-18 on a card. Read it every morning. Let it sink into your heart.
- Find a Prayer Partner: Ask someone else who believes in miracles to pray with you. Two people praying together can see greater things happen.
- Keep a Journal: Write down every time you pray for someone and something happens. When you look back, you will see how God has used you. This will grow your faith.
Remember: You are not just a normal person. You are a child of God. You carry His power. Signs and wonders are supposed to follow you. So step out. Lay hands on the sick. Cast out demons. Let your light shine. And watch what God will do.
“And these signs will follow those who believe… they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” (Mark 16:17-18). You believe. So the signs will follow. Go ahead and shine.
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