The Open Heaven 29 May 2025 devotional for today is WAITING ON GOD.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVEN 29 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: WAITING ON GOD
MEMORISE
Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine neart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
Psalm 27:14
READ: Psalm 37:4-7
4 Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
5 Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.
6 And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.
7 Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 29 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
In Genesis 18:2-8, after Abraham set a meal before his divine visitors, he stood by them probably sensed that there was something divine and powerful about them, he did not begin to burden them with tales of his problems, such as his childlessness. Instead he attended to their needs and waited on them in case they needed anything else.
This is the kind of fellow that God goes all the way to provide for – someone who can truly wait on Him and is willing to attend to His needs first. God is looking for genuine worshippers who can patiently stay in mis presence and fellowship with Him without being in a hurry to make demands (John 4:23-24). Are you that kind of worshipper?
In life, people wait for different things at different times, such as waiting in a doctor’s office for consultations and waiting in traffic for hours. However, despite the fact that many christians do not mind waiting for nours for these things, they are quick to hurry out of God’s presence after spending just a few minutes
In Psalm 100:4, the bible says thet you must come into God’s presence with thanksgiving and praises. In other words, no matter how pressing your needs are, you must not come to God complaining about them; instead, you should give Him thanks and praise first.
You must realise that the One in whose presence you are is the King of all kings; you are at His mercy and not the other way around. You must find out the things He wants and attend to them first. What does God want? He loves praises (Psalm 22:3) and thanksgiving (Psalm 100:4). Also, He is looking for people who will intercede for others (Ezekiel 22:30), and He wants souls (John 15:16). When You give Him these things, He will bring laughter to your face.
Waiting on the Lord is the secret to getting instant answers and miracles. When you go to a restaurant, a good waiter doesn’t give you his favourite food; rather, he waits on you to know what you want, then, he delivers it courteously as fast as he can.
Beloved, have you tried to find out what God wants? When you go to Him in prayer, are you serving Him His delicacies or just dumping your requests on Him? God seeks waiters who will do what He wants, and when He finds them, He goes all the way to satisfy them.
KEY POINT
God goes the extra mile for those who wait on Him.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Job 9-12
RCCG HYMN 18: PRAISE TO THE LORD THE ALMIGHTY
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 29 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY
Memorise: Psalm 27:14 (KJV)
This verse captures the essence of today’s message—patient, expectant fellowship with God precedes supernatural intervention.
Bible Reading: Psalm 37:4-7 (KJV)
David’s psalm reveals the blessings of God-centered waiting: divine desires fulfilled (v.4), guidance (v.5), and vindication (v.6) for those who rest in Him.
Key Insights from Today’s Open Heaven Devotional
1. Abraham’s Model of Divine Hospitality (Genesis 18:2-8)
- Four Principles of Waiting on God:
- Priority of Presence: Noticed divine visitors before speaking (v.2)
- Service Before Petitions: Prepared a meal without mentioning barrenness
- Attentive Availability: “Stood by them” (v.8) for further instructions
- Patient Expectancy: Received covenant confirmation after serving (v.10)
- Modern Application:
- Spend the first 10 minutes of prayer in worship
- Journal God’s attributes before listing requests
2. The Heart of True Worship (John 4:23-24)
- God Seeks:
- Thanksgiving over complaints (Psalm 100:4)
- Praise as spiritual warfare (Psalm 22:3)
- Intercession for others (Ezekiel 22:30)
- Soul-winning obedience (John 15:16)
- Warning Signs of Self-Centered Prayer:
- Rushing into demands
- Neglecting Scripture meditation
- Ignoring others’ needs
3. The Restaurant Waiter Paradigm
- Spiritual Parallels:
| Natural Waiter | Spiritual Waiter |
|---|---|
| Studies the menu | Knows God’s Word |
| Listens for orders | Disciples through prayer |
| Serves promptly | Obeys divine promptings |
| Anticipates needs | Intercedes proactively |
Jesus’ Example:
“I do always those things that please Him” (John 8:29)
4. The Rewards of Waiting
- Divine Strength (Isaiah 40:31)
- Strategic Guidance (Psalm 32:8)
- Supernatural Provision (Matthew 6:33)
- Emotional Peace (Isaiah 26:3)
5. Practical Steps to Cultivate God-Centered Waiting
- Scheduled Stillness
- 15-minute “listening prayer” daily (Habakkuk 2:1)
- Scripture-Based Worship
- Pray through Psalms 145-150 before requests
- Intercessory Firstfruits
- Lift 5 others’ needs before personal petitions
- Obedient Action
- Like Abraham, serve while waiting (Genesis 18:6-7)
Life Applications
For the Hurried Pray-er:
- Challenge: Try the “10/10/10” prayer model:
10 minutes praise → 10 minutes intercession → 10 minutes petitions
For the Discouraged:
- Encouragement: God records your tears (Psalm 56:8) even when silent
- Action: Replace complaint lists with thanksgiving journals
For Leaders:
- Model: Host “Waiting Rooms”—corporate worship without preaching
- Warning: Martha’s distraction vs. Mary’s focus (Luke 10:38-42)
Warning vs. Promise
- Warning: “They soon forgot His works; they waited not for His counsel” (Psalm 106:13)
- Promise: “They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31)
Conclusion: The Divine Exchange
- Your worship prepares the throne room for your petitions
- Waiting isn’t passive—it’s active spiritual service
- God satisfies those who prioritize His pleasure
Prayer Response
“Father, train me to wait as Abraham did—serving before speaking, worshipping before worrying. Make me a true spiritual waiter who delights Your heart. As I seek first Your kingdom, fulfill every promise in Your timing, in Jesus’ name. Amen.”
Final Charge
“Will you be remembered as a demander of blessings or a waiter on the King?”
The deepest miracles bloom in the soil of patient worship!
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