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The Open Heaven 21 July 2025 devotional for today is GOD HATES BARRENNESS.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 21 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD HATES BARRENNESS

MEMORISE:
Sing, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child: for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the LORD.
Isaiah 54:1

READ: Genesis 21:1-7

1 And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken.
2 For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him.
3 And Abraham called the name of his son that was born unto him, whom Sarah bare to him, Isaac.
4 And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac being eight days old, as God had commanded him.
5 And Abraham was an hundred years old, when his son Isaac was born unto him.
6 And Sarah said, God hath made me to laugh, so that all that hear will laugh with me.
7 And she said, Who would have said unto Abraham, that Sarah should have given children suck? for I have born him a son in his old age.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 21 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Yesterday, I explained that God doesn’t want you to be lonely. He wants you to be part of a family. Indeed, a man and his wife are a family, but God doesn’t want to stop there; He wants the man and his wife to be fruitful and for their union to bring forth children. If you’re married and have been waiting on God for the fruit of the womb, congratulations because the wait is over. 

In Genesis 1:26-28, He issued a command to you to be fruitful and multiply. In Exodus 23:26, He said that there shall be none barren in the land, and in 1 Samuel 2:5, He promised that the barren will bear seven children. 

You might be saying, “God, all I want is one child.” Well, just know that you can bear as many children as you want; where you choose to stop depends on you.

Several years ago, we held a programme in a town called Ota in Ogun State, Nigeria. A lady who had been barren for about twelve years attended and asked that we pray for her because her husband’s relatives had threatened to throw her out of her matrimonial home within that year if she did not bear a child. I prayed for her, and she left.

The following year, we were holding another programme elsewhere, and there was a long queue of people who wanted me to pray for them. Unknown to me, the lady was also there, and when it got to her turn, she kept opening her mouth to speak, but she said nothing.

Eventually, she was able to utter just one word, “Jesus!” When she could finally speak, she said that she was the barren woman I had prayed for the previous year. That was when I realised why she had been speechless; she was overjoyed because she had given birth to twins – she was carrying them in both of her arms!

Beloved, God hates all forms of barrenness because it goes against His command to be fruitful and multiply in Genesis 1:26-28. If you are experiencing marital, financial, material, mental, or any other form of barrenness in your life, I pray that God will cause you to sing for joy because of His abundance in those areas of your life, in Jesus’ name. 

Also, if you are reading this devotional today and you’re waiting for the fruit of the womb, in the name above all other names, your womb is opened. Go and carry your children, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 21 JULY 2025 ACTION POINT

Sing for joy because God has not created you to be barren but to be fruitful and multiply.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 25-28

HYMN 26: THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 21 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Isaiah 54:1

“Sing, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child: for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the LORD.”

This prophetic command turns barrenness into a song of expectation. God declares that what seems impossible (fruitfulness after delay) will become your testimony of abundance.

BIBLE READING: Genesis 21:1-7

The story of Sarah’s miraculous childbirth after 25 years of waiting (Genesis 12:2 vs. 21:2) proves:

• God’s promises never expire (Numbers 23:19)
• His timing is perfect, not late (Ecclesiastes 3:11)
• Laughter (“Isaac” means he laughs) replaces shame

God’s Mandate Against All Forms of Barrenness

The devotional uses a powerful testimony of twins after 12 barren years to reveal God’s heart for fruitfulness in every area of life.

1. Barrenness Violates God’s Original Design

• Genesis 1:28’s Command:“Be fruitful, multiply…”
  • This applies to:
    • Wombs (Luke 1:36-37)
    • Finances (2 Corinthians 9:8)
    • Ministry (John 15:16)
• Exodus 23:26’s Promise:“None shall be barren…”
  • A blood-bought right for believers (Galatians 3:13-14)

2. Types of Barrenness and Their Solutions

3. The Twins Testimony: Keys to Victory

1. She Attended the Programme (Faith in Action)
   • Like the woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5:25-29), she positioned herself for a miracle.
2. She Asked Specifically (Matthew 7:7)
   • Not just “bless me,” but “pray for my barrenness.”
3. She Received with Joy (Psalm 126:1-3)
   • Her speechless excitement mirrored Sarah’s laughter (Genesis 21:6).

4. Warning Against Barrenness Mindset

• Natural Barrenness:
  • Medical issues are real, but God trumps biology (Romans 4:17).
• Spiritual Barrenness:
  • Unbelief (Hebrews 3:19), sin (Psalm 66:18), or curses (Malachi 2:2) can block fruitfulness.

How to Activate Your Fruitfulness

1. Renounce Negative Declarations
   • Cancel every “You’ll never bear children/prosper” (Mark 11:23).
2. Claim Exodus 23:26 Daily
   • “Lord, You said NONE shall be barren—I receive my twins now!”
3. Prepare for Your Isaac
   • Like Abraham preparing a nursery (Genesis 21:8), buy baby clothes, save for business expansion, etc.
4. Testify in Advance
   • Like Isaiah 54:1 says, SING as if barrenness is already broken.

Prophetic Declarations

• For Wombs: “Every closed tube opens now! Dead ovaries revive! Receive twins like the Ota sister, in Jesus’ name!”
• For Finances: “Your ‘oil jars’ of opportunity multiply—debts cancel, accounts overflow!”
• For Destiny: “Where you’ve been stuck for 12 years, sudden joy comes in 12 months!”

Conclusion: Your Laughter is Coming

Pray this:
“Father, thank You for making me fruitful. I reject every label of barrenness. By Your word, I conceive and bring forth my children, businesses, and breakthroughs this year. My Isaac arrives on time, in Jesus’ name!”

Remember:

• Sarah waited 25 years—but her joy came (Genesis 21:6).
• The Ota sister got twins after 12 years—your double portion is near!
• God’s command overrides biology, finance, and history.

“He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD.” (Psalm 113:9). Your womb of destiny is open!

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The Open Heaven 20 July 2025 devotional for today is GOD HATES LONELINESS.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 20 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD HATES LONELINESS

MEMORISE:

God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.
Psalms 68:6

READ: Isaiah 34: 16-17

16 Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read: no one of these shall fail, none shall want her mate: for my mouth it hath commanded, and his spirit it hath gathered them.
17 And he hath cast the lot for them, and his hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it for ever, from generation to generation shall they dwell therein.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 20 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

In Matthew 6:9, Jesus taught us to start our prayers with Our Father. God is a ‘family man’ He loves the concept of family and hates loneliness. In Genesis 2:18, He said that it is not good that a man should be alone. If you’re of marriageable age and can’t seem to find the right companion to get married to, or if there are forces preventing you from getting married, I pray that the tide will turn this year, in Jesus’ name.

During one of our programmes several years ago, God’s word came that the mother of one of the sisters in the congregation was diabolically preventing her from getting married. God said that the mother would be buried within seven days if she continued to prevent her daughter from getting married.

The following day, a lady came with her mother to my office. The mother was furious, and she said, “You stupid prophets brainwash our girls. Imagine telling my daughter that I am responsible for her not getting married.”

I replied, “Me? Sister, did I say that? What God said is that the mother of a sister in the congregation was preventing her from getting married. Did I mention your name?”

Then I turned to the mother, “Mama, don’t mind her. Nobody mentioned her name.” The mother then asked her daughter to leave my office because she wanted to speak with me alone.

As her daughter went out, she turned to me, “Pastor, is it true that the mother of the fellow concerned will die?” I said, “I’m not talking about you, but what God said will come to pass. Before the week ends, whoever it is will be buried.” 

The woman began to stammer, “I’m not asking her not to marry, but who is going to take care of me after she’s married?” I said, “That’s simple; I can make her and her husband promise to take good care of you.” The lady, who was almost 40 years old and had not had any suitors, got married within six months.

In today’s Bible reading, God promised that nobody will lack their mate. If you are feeling lonely, I pray that God will restore the broken relationships in your life or send the right companions your way. 

For someone reading this today, God will deal with anybody who says that you will not get married. He will settle you maritally in due time, in Jesus’ name. God’s word will never fail; keep trusting in Him.

OPEN HEAVEN 20 JULY 2025 PRAYER POINT

Father, please always send the right companions to me, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 20-24

HYMN 6: I AM SO GLAD THAT OUR FATHER IN HEAV’N

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 20 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalms 68:6

“God setteth the solitary in families: He bringeth out those which are bound with chains…”

This powerful verse reveals God’s heart for restoration and belonging. He actively works to:

1. Place the lonely in families (marriage, spiritual kinship)
2. Break spiritual chains hindering destiny relationships

BIBLE READING: Isaiah 34:16-17

“Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read… for My mouth it hath commanded, and His spirit it hath gathered them. And He hath cast the lot for them, and His hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it forever…”

This passage emphasizes:

• God’s sovereign control over destinies (including marital timing)
• The permanence of His ordained connections

God’s Heart for Marital Settlement

The devotional shares a profound testimony about generational interference with marriage and reveals key spiritual principles:

1. God Hates Loneliness (Genesis 2:18)

• His first “not good” declaration concerned human isolation
• Jesus affirmed family values by teaching to pray “Our Father” (Matthew 6:9)
• Modern Application:
  • Singles should reject the lie that “something’s wrong with me”
  • Families must not selfishly block marital destinies

2. Spiritual Hindrances to Marriage

• The Mother’s Curse (in the testimony):
  • Fear of abandonment (“Who will care for me?”) became a demonic stronghold
  • Similar to Naomi initially discouraging Ruth (Ruth 1:11-13) before blessing her (Ruth 3:1)
• Other Common Hindrances:
  • Ancestral covenants (Exodus 20:5)
  • Personal soul ties (1 Corinthians 6:16-18)
  • Word curses (“You’ll never marry”)

3. God’s Intervention Process

1. Divine Revelation (as in the service) – exposes hidden barriers
2. Confrontation – the mother had to face truth
3. Repentance & Covenant – the pastor facilitated a new agreement
4. Swift Manifestation – marriage within 6 months after 40-year delay

4. Biblical Promises for the Lonely

• Psalm 68:6 – God specializes in marital settlements
• Isaiah 34:16-17 – He allots life partners by divine lottery
• Luke 1:36-37 – Even “barren” cases aren’t hopeless

Practical Steps Toward Marital Breakthrough

1. Diagnose Spiritual Blocks
   • Fast/pray like Esther (Esther 4:16) for revelation
   • Seek godly counsel (Proverbs 11:14)
2. Break Evil Covenants
   • Renounce family curses (Exodus 20:5)
   • Apply the blood of Jesus (Revelation 12:11)
3. Prepare Practically
   • Develop Proverbs 31/1 Peter 3 character
   • Expand social circles wisely (Ruth 2:1-3)
4. Stand on Promises
   • Pray Isaiah 34:16-17 over your destiny
   • Decree “My marital settlement is now!”

Warning Signs of Interference

• Excessive parental control over adult children
• Recurring broken engagements without cause
• Dreams of marital frustration
• Family history of late/no marriages

Conclusion: Your Set Time Has Come

Pray this:
“Father, expose every hidden hindrance to my marriage. By the blood of Jesus, break every generational curse. Connect me to my divine mate this year, and let no weapon formed against my marital joy prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Amen!”

Remember:

• God calls marriage good – don’t accept less (Genesis 2:18)
• Your story isn’t over – the 40-year-old in the testimony married!
• Divine revenge comes against marital blockers (as with the mother’s threat)

“Delight thyself also in the Lord; and He shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” (Psalm 37:4). Your marital miracle is nearer than you think!

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The Open Heaven 19 July 2025 devotional for today is BE KIND ALWAYS.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 19 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: BE KIND ALWAYS

MEMORISE:
And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.
Ephesians 4:32

READ: Joshua 2:1-24

1 And Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they went, and came into an harlot’s house, named Rahab, and lodged there.
2 And it was told the king of Jericho, saying, Behold, there came men in hither to night of the children of Israel to search out the country.
3 And the king of Jericho sent unto Rahab, saying, Bring forth the men that are come to thee, which are entered into thine house: for they be come to search out all the country.
4 And the woman took the two men, and hid them, and said thus, There came men unto me, but I wist not whence they were:
5 And it came to pass about the time of shutting of the gate, when it was dark, that the men went out: whither the men went I wot not: pursue after them quickly; for ye shall overtake them.

6 But she had brought them up to the roof of the house, and hid them with the stalks of flax, which she had laid in order upon the roof.
7 And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan unto the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate.
8 And before they were laid down, she came up unto them upon the roof;
9 And she said unto the men, I know that the Lord hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.
10 For we have heard how the Lord dried up the water of the Red sea for you, when ye came out of Egypt; and what ye did unto the two kings of the Amorites, that were on the other side Jordan, Sihon and Og, whom ye utterly destroyed.

11 And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because of you: for the Lord your God, he is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath.
12 Now therefore, I pray you, swear unto me by the Lord, since I have shewed you kindness, that ye will also shew kindness unto my father’s house, and give me a true token:
13 And that ye will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from death.
14 And the men answered her, Our life for yours, if ye utter not this our business. And it shall be, when the Lord hath given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee.
15 Then she let them down by a cord through the window: for her house was upon the town wall, and she dwelt upon the wall.

16 And she said unto them, Get you to the mountain, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers be returned: and afterward may ye go your way.
17 And the men said unto her, We will be blameless of this thine oath which thou hast made us swear.
18 Behold, when we come into the land, thou shalt bind this line of scarlet thread in the window which thou didst let us down by: and thou shalt bring thy father, and thy mother, and thy brethren, and all thy father’s household, home unto thee.
19 And it shall be, that whosoever shall go out of the doors of thy house into the street, his blood shall be upon his head, and we will be guiltless: and whosoever shall be with thee in the house, his blood shall be on our head, if any hand be upon him.
20 And if thou utter this our business, then we will be quit of thine oath which thou hast made us to swear.

21 And she said, According unto your words, so be it. And she sent them away, and they departed: and she bound the scarlet line in the window.
22 And they went, and came unto the mountain, and abode there three days, until the pursuers were returned: and the pursuers sought them throughout all the way, but found them not.
23 So the two men returned, and descended from the mountain, and passed over, and came to Joshua the son of Nun, and told him all things that befell them:
24 And they said unto Joshua, Truly the Lord hath delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 19 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Some people speak to strangers rudely, especially those who seem to be of a lower social status than them. Some other people answer phone calls from phone numbers that are not on their contact list as if the fellow on the line is being a nuisance. They don’t wait to know who is on the line; they just pick up and ask harshly, “Who’s this?!” 

Hebrews 13:2 says that you should be kind to all men because you don’t know when you will meet an angel. Do you know that God can send your helper to you through a phone call?

I shared a story in this devotional two days ago about how I was in need of £50 during a trip to the UK several years ago. I asked God for £50, and some minutes later, my phone rang. The fellow at the other end said, “Biyi?” I replied, “There’s no Biyi here.” He asked, “Is that not so and so number?” I said, “Yes, but there’s no Biyi here.” So, he said, “I’m sorry.” I replied, “That’s okay, God bless you.”

Then he said, “What do you mean God bless me? How do you know God?” I replied, “He’s my saviour.” Then he asked, “Who am I talking to?” I told him my name, and that was how God used him to answer my request for £50.

Imagine if I had spoken harshly to him because I didn’t know him and we were only speaking because he had dialled the wrong number, I would have missed God’s blessing.

In today’s Bible reading, Rahab the harlot showed kindness to the spies. She took a big risk by keeping them in her house. Her kindness later saved her family when the walls of Jericho crumbled (Joshua 6:22-25). It also positioned her as one of the great-great-grandmothers of Jesus (Matthew 1:5) and ensured she was included in the hall of faith (Hebrews 11:31). 

Proverbs 31:26 tells us about the virtuous woman who opens her mouth with wisdom and has the law of kindness in her tongue. Be kind with your words and in your actions towards others. Let your words make people hopeful, not depressed and dejected. You will reap whatever seed you sow.

Beloved, God could decide to answer your prayer through a ‘wrong number’ call or a random conversation with a complete stranger. This is why you should always be kind and courteous. I pray you won’t miss God’s blessings for you, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 19 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

Be kind and courteous at all times.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 15-19

HYMN 59: I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 19 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Ephesians 4:32

“And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.”

This verse establishes kindness as a non-negotiable Christian virtue—not just a social nicety. It reminds us that our kindness should mirror God’s unconditional forgiveness toward us.

BIBLE READING: Joshua 2:1-24

The story of Rahab and the spies demonstrates how one act of kindness:

• Saved her family from destruction (Joshua 6:25)
• Secured her place in Christ’s lineage (Matthew 1:5)
• Earned her eternal recognition (Hebrews 11:31)

Divine Appointments in Disguise

The devotional combines Pastor Adeboye’s £50 phone call miracle with Rahab’s story to reveal a profound truth: God often sends blessings through unexpected channels—if we don’t reject them with rudeness.

1. Why Kindness Matters Eternally

• Angels Unaware (Hebrews 13:2):
  • Every stranger could be a divine messenger (Genesis 18:1-5).
  • Pastor Adeboye’s polite response to a “wrong number” unlocked his miracle.
• The Rahab Principle:
  • Her kindness to spies (enemies!) rewrote her bloodline and legacy.

2. Modern-Day Rudeness That Blocks Blessings

• Harsh Phone Responses:
  • “Who’s this?!” vs. “Hello, how may I help you?”
• Class Discrimination:
  • Snubbing “lower status” people (James 2:1-4).
• Service Industry Disrespect:
  • Mistreating waiters, cleaners, etc., unaware they might be God’s agents.

3. The Law of Kindness (Proverbs 31:26)

• Speech That Heals:
  • “Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul” (Proverbs 16:24).
• Actions That Speak:
  • Giving a meal (Matthew 10:42), offering rides, or simply smiling.

4. Consequences of Unkindness

• Missed Divine Encounters:
  • Like Nabal insulting David’s men (1 Samuel 25:10-13), rudeness invites judgment.
• Generational Impact:
  • Rahab’s kindness blessed her descendants; unkindness can curse them (Exodus 20:5).

How to Cultiate Habitual Kindness

1. See Christ in Everyone (Matthew 25:40):
   • Treat strangers as you would Jesus.
2. Pause Before Responding (James 1:19):
   • Ask: “Is this how I’d want my angelic helper treated?”
3. Practice “Reverse Rudeness”:
   • When others are harsh, respond with gentleness (Proverbs 15:1).
4. Pray for a Tender Heart:
   • “Lord, make me sensitive to divine appointments in disguise.”

Conclusion: Your Next Kindness Could Be Your Breakthrough

Ask yourself:

• “Have I been rude to ‘nobodies’ who might be God’s ‘somebodies’?”
• “What blessings might I have missed through impatience or pride?”

Prayer:
“Father, uproot every seed of rudeness in me. Help me to sow kindness relentlessly, knowing I may entertain angels unawares. Let my words and actions open doors for Your miracles, in Jesus’ name!”

Remember: Heaven records your kindnesses—even a cup of water given in love (Mark 9:41). Your “Rahab moment” or “wrong number miracle” is coming—will you be kind enough to recognize it?

“As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:10).

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The Open Heaven 18 July 2025 devotional for today is DON’T THINK FOR GOD.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 18 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: DON’T THINK FOR GOD

MEMORISE:
Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?
Job 26:14

READ: Romans 11:33-36

33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
34 For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counsellor?
35 Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again?
36 For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 18 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Many times, believers ask God for things and then begin to think about how He will achieve them. In reality, however, our brains cannot understand how God will do the things He wishes to do. 

For instance, when a man says he has a PhD in Mathematics, it may sound like a big deal, but in truth, he can only be a specialist in an aspect of the subject. If he finds himself among fellow mathematicians, they will begin to ask him questions like, “What is your area of specialisation?” If he says, “Applied Maths”, they might further ask, “What section of Applied Maths?” He might respond, “Fluid Dynamics”. They can still ask, “What section of Fluid Dynamics?” The questioning can go on until it becomes evident that his PhD degree is just a little pin-head in Mathematics.

It will take you over 1,000 years to know all there is to know about Mathematics. However, God knows all Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, and all other subjects, including those that are yet to be discovered. You simply can’t compare your wisdom and knowledge to His. Why, then, do believers try to calculate how He will choose to do something?

When I became the General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God in 1981, quite a few people in the church thought that my appointment was rigged. They thought that l used my position as a Mathematics lecturer to manipulate the General Superintendent because he was uneducated.

I looked up to God to show the people that I did not manoeuvre my way into becoming the General Overseer and that He chose me Himself. God then began to do something extraordinary.

We used to hold monthly seminars for some days, and on the first day of each seminar, a woman would deliver a baby boy in our maternity centre. After several months of this happening, it became clear that it was not coincidental, and those with spiritual understanding among us discerned that it was a sign from God confirming that He had chosen me Himself. I could never have imagined that God would use this as one of the ways to confirm that He had chosen me.

Beloved, when you ask God for something, please don’t ever think of how He will do it because it is beyond you. Just ask, obey whatever instructions He gives you, and leave the rest to Him.

OPEN HEAVEN 18 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

When you ask God for something, don’t think about how He will do it; only trust and obey Him.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 12-14

HYMN 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 18 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Job 26:14

“Lo, these are parts of His ways: but how little a portion is heard of Him? but the thunder of His power who can understand?”

This verse humbles human intellect before God’s infinite wisdom. What we perceive of His ways is merely a fragment—His methods are beyond full comprehension, yet always perfect.

BIBLE READING: Romans 11:33-36

“O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are His judgments, and His ways past finding out!”

Paul’s doxology declares that God’s plans and processes transcend human logic. Our role is trust, not analysis.

The Futility of “Figuring Out” God’s Methods

Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s testimony about his divine appointment as G.O. illustrates a critical truth: God confirms His will in ways we’d never engineer.

1. Why Human Logic Fails to Decipher Divine Plans

• Limited Knowledge (Job 38:4-5):
  • Even a PhD (like Adeboye’s in Mathematics) is a “pin-head” of understanding compared to God’s omniscience.
• Unpredictable Methods (Isaiah 55:8-9):
  • The monthly baby boys at RCCG seminars were an unimaginable confirmation of Adeboye’s calling.

2. Biblical Examples of God’s Unconventional Confirmations

• Gideon’s Fleece (Judges 6:36-40):
  • God answered specific, odd requests to build Gideon’s faith.
• Elijah’s Fire vs. Baal’s Prophets (1 Kings 18:38):
  • God used dramatic, undeniable power to silence doubters.

3. The Danger of “How” Thinking

• It Distracts from Faith (2 Corinthians 5:7):
  • Like Peter walking on water (Matthew 14:30), overanalyzing “how” leads to sinking.
• It Limits God (Mark 6:5-6):
  • Jesus couldn’t do miracles in Nazareth due to their skeptical calculations.

4. How to Respond to God’s Mysterious Ways

1. Ask Boldly Without Stipulating Methods (John 16:24).
2. Obey Promptly When He Speaks (1 Samuel 15:22).
   • Naaman almost missed healing by arguing about river dips (2 Kings 5:10-14).
3. Watch for Unexpected Confirmations (Psalm 37:23).
   • Adeboye didn’t plan the baby boy signs—God orchestrated them.

Practical Steps to Trust God’s Wisdom

1. Pray the “Whatever” Prayer:
   • “Lord, I ask for [request]. Whatever way You choose to answer, I trust You.”
2. Study God’s Track Record:
   • Meditate on Scriptures where God worked unexpectedly (e.g., Red Sea parting, virgin birth).
3. Silence Doubt with Worship:
   • When confused, declare like Paul: “To God be glory forever!” (Romans 11:36).

Conclusion: Rest in His Unsearchable Wisdom

Ask yourself:

• “Have I been limiting God by demanding He work my way?”
• “Am I missing His confirmations because they don’t fit my expectations?”

Prayer:
“Father, forgive me for trying to box Your power into my understanding. Help me to ask, obey, and marvel at Your wonder-working ways, in Jesus’ name!”

Remember: God’s “how” is none of your business—your job is to believe. When you release the need to understand, you position yourself for miracles that silence every critic.

“It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings is to search out a matter.” (Proverbs 25:2).

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The Open Heaven 17 July 2025 devotional for today is BECAUSE YOU ASK NOT.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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TOPIC: BECAUSE YOU ASK NOT

MEMORISE:
Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
John 16:24

READ: John 6:5-13

5 When Jesus then lifted up his eyes, and saw a great company come unto him, he saith unto Philip, Whence shall we buy bread, that these may eat?
6 And this he said to prove him: for he himself knew what he would do.
7 Philip answered him, Two hundred pennyworth of bread is not sufficient for them, that every one of them may take a little.
8 One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, saith unto him,
9 There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes: but what are they among so many?
10 And Jesus said, Make the men sit down. Now there was much grass in the place. So the men sat down, in number about five thousand.

11 And Jesus took the loaves; and when he had given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to them that were set down; and likewise of the fishes as much as they would.
12 When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost.
13 Therefore they gathered them together, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves, which remained over and above unto them that had eaten.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 17 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

James 4:2 reveals why some Christians still suffer from lack. Do you know that if you ask God to end lack in your life, He will grant your request? In today’s Bible reading, Jesus fed thousands of people with five loaves of bread and two fishes. By the time everybody had been fed, they still had 12 baskets extra. When God provides for your needs, He gives you more than enough to satisfy you. Your big request is a little thing for Him to fulfil.

Years ago, I travelled to London on an official assignment, and three days before my return, I had run out of money and needed £50 to buy some books and tapes. I turned to God, “Daddy, it would be good if I could get £50.” 

Shortly after, my phone rang. The fellow on the line said, “Biyi?” I told him there was nobody with that name where I was, and as we talked, he got to know who I was. Excitedly, he called out to his brother, telling him that he was speaking with me. Apparently, they had been discussing how they could see me, and now, I was on the phone with them. 

Eventually, they came over, we talked, and as they were leaving, they gave me £50. Immediately they left, I said, “Daddy, if I knew it would be this easy, I would’ve asked for £100.” 

As I rejoiced over the £50, the doorbell rang, but before l got to the door, an envelope had been slipped under the door. I opened it and realised it came from a wealthy man who had never given me a dime before. Inside was £50 and a note saying, “I just felt like giving you some money.” Then, I told God that if I had known that another £50 would come, I would have asked for an extra £50.

That night, before I slept, someone gave me another £50! I became afraid and told God that I was only joking and didn’t want to offend Him. God reminded me of this incident recently and told me l had been foolish. “If you asked Me for £50 and I provided it, why didn’t you ask for £5,000?”

Beloved, find out God’s will concerning your needs and ensure your requests are in alignment with it. Stop complaining about lack in your life; rather, ask God to meet your exact needs. Do not waver in faith, and He will surely answer you.

OPEN HEAVEN 17 JULY 2025 ACTION POINT

Ask God to provide your needs according to His will, and believe that He is able to fulfil them.

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MEMORISE: John 16:24

“Hitherto have ye asked nothing in My name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.”

This powerful promise from Jesus establishes a divine principle: God wants us to ask boldly in faith, aligning our requests with His will so He can fill our lives with overflowing provision and joy.

BIBLE READING: John 6:5-13

The miracle of the five loaves and two fish demonstrates God’s supernatural multiplication when we surrender what we have to Him. Key lessons:

• v. 9: The boy’s small offering became the catalyst for a miracle.
• v. 13: God’s provision exceeded the need (12 baskets leftover).

Breaking the Spirit of Lack Through Bold Asking

Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s testimony of receiving triple £50 miracles in London reveals profound truths about God’s willingness to provide abundantly.

1. Why Believers Still Experience Lack (James 4:2-3)

• You Have Not, Because You Ask Not
  • Many suffer needlessly due to unasked prayers (Matthew 7:7-8).
  • Like Adeboye’s initial £50 request, we often under-ask out of small thinking.
• Asking Amiss
  • Some pray outside God’s will (e.g., greedy motives—Proverbs 10:22).

2. God’s Provision Principle: “More Than Enough”

• The 12-Basket Overflow (John 6:13):
  • God doesn’t just meet needs—He exceeds them (Ephesians 3:20).
• The £50 Triplication:
  • Adeboye’s story shows God releases multiple streams when we ask in faith.

3. How to Activate Divine Supply

1. Ask Specifically (Mark 10:51)
   • Jesus asked Bartimaeus, “What do you want Me to do?” Name your need.
2. Ask in Alignment with God’s Will (1 John 5:14-15)
   • Study Scripture to know what God promises (e.g., Philippians 4:19).
3. Ask Without Doubt (James 1:6-7)
   • Adeboye’s hesitation to ask for £5,000 revealed unnecessary self-limitation.
4. Surrender What You Have (John 6:9)
   • Like the boy’s loaves, give God your “little” to multiply.

4. The Danger of Complaining vs. Asking

• Israel in the Wilderness (Numbers 11:1-6):
  • Complaining delayed provision; faith activates it.
• Modern Application:
  • Replace “God, why am I broke?” with “Father, supply £X for [specific need].”

Why We Under-Ask

1. False Humility – Thinking big requests are “greedy.”
2. Small Faith – Underestimating God’s power (Matthew 17:20).
3. Ignorance of Promises – Not knowing Psalm 84:11, 2 Corinthians 9:8, etc.

Steps to Break Free from Lack

1. Audit Your Prayers
   • Are they specific and bold or vague and timid?
2. Study God’s Provision Promises
   • Meditate on Jeremiah 29:11, Malachi 3:10, Luke 6:38.
3. Activate Faith with Action
   • Like the widow gathering vessels (2 Kings 4:3), prepare for overflow.

Conclusion: Your Father Wants to Give

Ask yourself:

• “What have I been afraid to ask God for?”
• “Do I truly believe no request is too big for Him?”

Prayer:
“Father, forgive me for thinking small. Today, I ask boldly for [specific need], trusting Your promise to supply all my needs according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). In Jesus’ name, Amen!”

Remember: God is not offended by big requests—He’s offended by faithless silence. Ask, believe, and watch Him exceed your expectations!

“Give, and it shall be given unto you… pressed down, shaken together, and running over.” (Luke 6:38).

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The Open Heaven 15 July 2025 devotional for today is THE FRAGRANCE OF FAVOUR.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 15 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE FRAGRANCE OF FAVOUR

MEMORISE:
In the light of the king’s countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
Proverbs 16:15

READ: Psalms 44:1-3

1 We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work thou didst in their days, in the times of old.
2 How thou didst drive out the heathen with thy hand, and plantedst them; how thou didst afflict the people, and cast them out.
3 For they got not the land in possession by their own sword, neither did their own arm save them: but thy right hand, and thine arm, and the light of thy countenance, because thou hadst a favour unto them.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 15 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

In Numbers 6:22-27, God commanded the priests to bless the Israelites and declare that His face will shine upon them. When God’s face shines on you, you will receive a fragrance of His favour that will ensure that everywhere you go, people will find themselves showing you favour without knowing why.

In 1976, while I was a young lecturer, I attended a global conference of Applied

Mathematicians in Canada as one of two delegates from Nigeria. At that time, I had only written 12 academic papers. In contrast, the man who gave the opening speech at the conference had published 150 papers! He spoke about the mathematics of the rain – I had never heard anything like that before. 

I looked around and asked, “God, what am I doing here?” I was supposed to present my paper the next day, so I prayed to God all night that He should glorify His name in my life during my presentation. I also prayed that the man wouldn’t attend my presentation because he was probably going to think to himself, “Who brought this idiot here?”

The time for my presentation came, and behold, the man was sitting right in front of me! However, when I finished presenting my paper, he stood up and began to clap. When everybody saw him clapping, they got up and began to clap too.

My paper was not as special as the other papers that had been presented, but God had put His fragrance of favour on me.

When God puts His favour upon you, things will work effortlessly in your favour. When He put His favour on the Israelites, the Egyptians, who had tormented and tortured them for four hundred and thirty years, gave them everything they asked for.

And the LORD gave the people favour in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they lent unto them such things as they required. And they spoiled the Egyptians. Exodus 12:36

God’s favour on a man will make even those who hate him to do everything to bless him. They will not understand why they are going the extra mile to give him all he needs. God’s favour on Esther made everyone who looked at her to accept her immediately. It also made the king choose her out of the many other damsels (Esther 2:15-17). When God lifts His countenance upon a fellow, that person becomes attractive to everyone who looks at him or her. I pray that God will lift His countenance upon you, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 15 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

Father, please let the fragrance of Your favour rest on me and my family always, in Jesus’ name.

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MEMORISE: Proverbs 16:15

“In the light of the king’s countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.”

This verse poetically captures the transformative power of divine favor—it brings life, refreshment, and supernatural opportunities, just as the latter rain revives parched land.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 44:1-3

“O God… Thou didst drive out the heathen with Thy hand… for they got not the land in possession by their own sword… but Thy right hand, and Thine arm, and the light of Thy countenance.”

The psalmist acknowledges: Israel’s victories came through God’s favor, not human effort.

The Supernatural Nature of Divine Favor

Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s testimony in Canada illustrates how God’s favor operates beyond human qualifications. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

1. What Divine Favor Looks Like

• Undeserved Acceptance (Exodus 12:36):
  • Egyptians hated Israelites yet gave them wealth at their departure.
• Uncommon Recognition (Esther 2:15-17):
  • Esther stood out without manipulation—just God’s favor.
• Irrational Favor (Proverbs 16:7):
  • Like Adeboye’s academic paper, ordinary efforts yield extraordinary results when God shines on them.

2. How to Attract Divine Favor

• Seek God’s Face, Not Just His Hand (Numbers 6:25-26):
  • The priestly blessing shows favor flows from relationship, not rituals.
• Pray for God’s Glory, Not Self-Promotion:
  • Adeboye prayed, “Glorify Your name in my life”—not “Make me look smart.”
• Walk in Obedience (Deuteronomy 28:1-2):
  • Favor follows those who align with God’s Word.

3. Favor vs. Human Effort

• Natural Limitations:
  • Adeboye’s 12 papers vs. the expert’s 150 papers—yet God leveled the field.
• Divine Acceleration:
  • Like Joseph (Genesis 39:21), favor can fast-track you past competitors.

4. The “Fragrance” of Favor

• Invisible but Impactful:
  • Just as perfume draws attention, divine favor makes you magnetic to blessings (Esther 2:9).
• Manifestations:
  1. Favor with enemies (Proverbs 16:7).
  2. Favor in crises (Daniel 1:9).
  3. Favor with authorities (Nehemiah 2:5-6).

Caution: Misconceptions About Favor

• Not a Replacement for Diligence (Proverbs 22:29):
  • Adeboye prepared his paper before favor amplified it.
• Not a License for Pride (James 4:6):
  • Favor humbles us to say, “God did this” (1 Corinthians 15:10).

Activating Favor in Your Life

1. Daily Surrender (Psalm 90:17):
   • Pray: “Let the beauty of the Lord my God be upon me.”
2. Serve Others (Luke 2:52):
   • Jesus grew in favor with God and man through servanthood.
3. Expect God’s Intervention:
   • Like Adeboye, approach challenges with faith in God’s reputation.

Conclusion: Live Under God’s Smile

Ask yourself:

• “Do I rely more on my credentials or Christ’s favor?”
• “How can I seek God’s face rather than just His blessings?”

Prayer:
“Father, lift Your countenance upon me. Let Your favor open doors no man can shut, in Jesus’ name!”

Divine favor is God’s signature on your life—it turns ordinary steps into supernatural breakthroughs. Walk in it today!

“For Thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt Thou compass him as with a shield.” (Psalm 5:12).

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The Open Heaven 13 July 2025 devotional for today is HELPMEET INDEED I.

This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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TOPIC: HELPMEET INDEED I

MEMORISE

The hear t of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
Proverbs 31:11

READ: Proverbs 31:10-31

10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.
14 She is like the merchants’ ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
15 She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.

16 She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
17 She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.
18 She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.
19 She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
20 She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.

21 She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
22 She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.
23 Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.
24 She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.

26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 13 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

A helpmeet is a wife who complements and supports her husband to fulfil God’s purpose for their lives even when it is not convenient.

God ordained marriage as an institution where a wife helps her husband instead of competing with him, as the world paints it today. Just as the individuals in a team cannot compete against their teammates and expect to win, couples who compete against each other should not expect a successful marriage. A house divided against itself cannot stand (Mark 3:25). A husband and his wife are one and should work together as a team to achieve success in their marriage and in life (Mark 10:7-8).

Some highly successful women have allowed pride into their hearts such that they stop submitting to their husbands. Up until today, my wife cooks my meals. When the situation permits, she irons my clothes, and I iron hers too. When I was a teacher, and we were living in a remote location, she used to cut my hair.

Just like the virtuous woman’s husband in today’s Bible reading, my heart safely trusts in her. She is never too busy to help me, and she upholds anything I uphold.

I remember when we were building the Mount Carmel Prayer Village. It was a massive project, but I went there only thrice – the day the foundation laying ceremony was done, the day I decided to take my grandchildren there, and the day the completed project was dedicated. Throughout the duration of the construction, my wife supervised the project diligently – that is a helpmeet indeed!

She is always willing to go through the necessary rigours to see that l achieve my goal. She has stood by me through thick and thin, which is why she has full access to everything God blesses me with. When a responsible man has a true helpmeet as a wife, he’ll go the extra mile to protect her and make her comfortable and happy. I often say that a fellow can slap me, and I’ll turn the other cheek, but if anyone touches my wife, such a fellow will have my God, the Consuming Fire, to contend with.

As a wife, can your husband rely on you? You must be able to make up for his weaknesses, celebrate his successes, and be his number one cheerleader. If you are a man that has a helpmeet indeed by his side, you must nourish and cherish her. She is a priceless gem and must be treated as one.

OPEN HEAVEN 13 JULY 2025 PRAYER POINT

Today is my wife’s birthday, please join me to pray that the Lord will continue to strengthen and uphold her.

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MEMORISE: Proverbs 31:11

“The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.”

This verse encapsulates the essence of a godly wife—a woman whose character and commitment make her husband’s life secure, prosperous, and peaceful. Her support is so complete that he lacks nothing of value.

BIBLE READING: Proverbs 31:10-31

This passage paints a portrait of the “virtuous woman”—not a perfect woman, but one whose fear of God (v. 30) fuels her strength, wisdom, and sacrificial love for her family.

The Biblical Blueprint for Marriage: Partnership, Not Competition

The devotional, using Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s personal testimony, highlights God’s design for marriage as a sacred alliance. Here’s a breakdown of its key lessons:

1. A Helpmeet’s Role: Strength in Submission

• Genesis 2:18 – God created the wife as an “help meet” (Hebrew: ezer kenegdo—a “strong helper corresponding to him”).
  • This is not inferiority but strategic partnership (like a left hand working with the right).
• Modern Distortion vs. God’s Design:
  • The world frames marriage as a power struggle, but Scripture calls it a divine team (Mark 10:7-8).
  • Example:
    • Pastor Adeboye’s wife didn’t see cooking or ironing as “beneath her”—she served as Christ served (John 13:14-15).

2. The Power of Trust (Proverbs 31:11)

• A husband’s “safe trust” in his wife means:
  1. Reliability – She follows through (like supervising the Mount Carmel project).
  2. Loyalty – She stands “through thick and thin.”
  3. Discretion – She guards his heart and reputation.
• Result: The home becomes a haven, not a battleground.

3. Mutual Responsibilities

• For Wives:
  • Complement, don’t compete (Ephesians 5:22-24).
  • Strengthen his weaknesses (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12).
• For Husbands:
  • Cherish and nourish your wife (Ephesians 5:28-29).
  • Protect her fiercely (as Pastor Adeboye noted—God defends those who harm her).

4. Pride vs. Partnership

• The devotional warns against pride in successful women that breeds disrespect.
  • 1 Peter 3:1-6 – A wife’s gentle and quiet spirit wins influence.
  • Example:
    • Sarah called Abraham “lord” (1 Peter 3:6), yet her legacy shaped nations.

Practical Steps to Build a Proverbs 31 Marriage

1. Wives:
   • Ask: “How can I ease my husband’s burdens today?”
   • Study his love language and speak it daily.
2. Husbands:
   • Verbally affirm your wife’s value (Proverbs 31:28).
   • Share domestic responsibilities (e.g., Pastor Adeboye ironing clothes).
3. Both:
   • Pray together—a couple that prays together stays united against storms.
   • Reject worldly models of marriage; cling to God’s design.

Conclusion: Marriage as a Ministry

Ask yourself:

• “Does my spouse safely trust me? Why or why not?”
• “Am I building up or tearing down our God-given partnership?”

Action Step:

• This week, perform one act of service for your spouse without expecting acknowledgment.

A Christ-centered marriage isn’t about roles but love in action. When both partners serve as Jesus did, their union becomes a testimony of God’s wisdom to the world.

“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.” (Proverbs 18:22).

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