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The Open Heaven 26 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY VERY PRESENT HELP.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 25 October 2025 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 26 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY VERY PRESENT HELP

MEMORISE:
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalms 46:1

READ: Psalms 46:1-11:
1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carriedinto the midst of the sea;
3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
4 There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.

6 The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.
7 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
8 Come, behold the works of the LORD, what desolations he hath made in the earth.
9 He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.

10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
11 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 26 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today’s memory verse emphasises the fact that God is our very present help in times of trouble. He is the God of the past, but He is also the God of the present. He can fix anything that is affecting your present as a result of mistakes you made in the past.

One of my students while I was still a lecturer at the University of Lagos, came to me some years ago. He had a problem – he was always sweating, and his sweat smelled terribly.

Nobody could sit close to him because of how bad he smelled. Different doctors had prescribed different soaps and medications to him, but the problem persisted. I was about to pray for him when God said, “No, don’t pray; he needs to make a restitution.” I told him what God said, and He made the required restitution. After the restitution, he returned to me so l could pray for him, but God said,

“There is no need; just tell him not to drink cold water for two weeks.” That was the end of the problem. Medical doctors could never have resolved this problem, but the One who is the Very Present Help went to his past, turned the situation around, and gave him a testimony.

When we say that God is very present, it means that there is nothing happening in the present that He is not aware of. It also means that He knows the best way to handle situations in the present. God’s help is always very present to those who have surrendered their lives to Him.

Isaiah 65:24 says, “And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.”

This means that even before you discover that you need help, the Very Present Help has gone ahead of you to provide solutions. I pray that you will experience more of God’s accurate and prepared help from now henceforth, in Jesus’ name.

I must, however, add that if you have not totally surrendered your life to Jesus, you cannot access His very present help. Do not be like people who boast of a past relationship with God and expect Him to help them in the present. If you are riding on past glory, it is time to renew your commitment to God. When you do this, you will then begin to enjoy His very present help.

KEY POINT

God is the very present help to those who regard Him as their Lord in the present.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Luke 11-12

HYMN 27: WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS

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MEMORISE: Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
This verse reveals God’s nature in times of crisis. He is not a distant helper but a very present one—immediately available, intimately acquainted with our situation, and perfectly capable of being our safe place (refuge) and our empowering force (strength) right when we need it most.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 46:1-11
This psalm is a powerful declaration of God’s ever-present sovereignty:
v. 1: The Promise: He is a very present help.
v. 2-3: The Scenario: Even if the entire world is in chaos, we will not fear.
v. 7, 11: The Assurance: “The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.”
v. 10: The Command: “Be still, and know that I am God…” His presence demands our trust.

The God of the Very Present Help

Pastor E.A. Adeboye uses a striking testimony to illustrate a profound truth: God’s help is not only powerful but also precise and present. He is the God of the now, capable of diagnosing and solving problems at their root, even when they are entangled with issues from the past.

The Nature of God’s “Very Present” Help

• It is Accurate: God’s help goes straight to the root cause. While doctors treated the symptom (the smell), God addressed the root: a heart issue requiring restitution. His solutions are often unexpected but always perfectly accurate.
• It is Proactive: God’s help is so present that it often arrives before we even utter the full prayer (Isaiah 65:24). He is already working behind the scenes, orchestrating solutions before we are fully aware of the depth of our need.
• It is Comprehensive: It covers every kind of trouble—physical, emotional, spiritual, or financial. Whether it’s a national crisis (“though the earth be removed” v.2) or a personal, embarrassing struggle, He is an ever-present refuge.

The Condition for Accessing This Help

This level of help is not automatic. It is reserved for those who have a right relationship with God in the present.

1. Total Surrender to Jesus Christ:
   You cannot access the help of a Lord you do not serve. Salvation is the entry point to this covenant of help.
2. A Life of Obedience and Integrity:
   The testimony highlights that God required restitution before healing. Unconfessed sin and unresolved disobedience can block our access to God’s present help (Isaiah 59:1-2). A clear conscience is a conduit for His power.
3. A Present Relationship, Not Past Glory:
   Resting on a past experience with God is insufficient. God is the “I AM,” not the “I WAS.” He requires a current, vibrant, and obedient relationship. We must daily choose to make Him our Lord.

The Result of His Help: A Fearless Life

When you know God as your very present help:

• You will not fear (v.2), no matter how chaotic the situation appears.
• You can be still (v.10), ceasing your frantic striving because you know He is fighting for you.
• You become a testimony of God’s power and wisdom, as He does things that medical, financial, or human expertise cannot achieve.

Conclusion: Your Help is Here Now

Pray this:
“God, my Refuge and Strength, I acknowledge You as my very present help. I surrender every area of my life to You today. Forgive me for any sin or lack of restitution that hinders my access to Your help. I bring my current trouble [mention it specifically] before You. I trust in Your accurate and timely solution. I choose to be still and know that You are God. Thank You for being with me and for being my safe place. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify the Trouble: Clearly define the specific situation where you need God’s present help.
2. Conduct a Heart Check: Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any area of disobedience, unforgiveness, or need for restitution. Obey immediately.
3. Claim the Promise: Memorize and declare Psalm 46:1 over your situation daily.
4. Practice Stillness: Instead of worrying, deliberately enter into a time of quiet trust, affirming “The LORD of hosts is with me.”

Remember: Your help is not on the way; it is already here. God is very present in your situation. You are not alone. Your current trouble is a platform for His present help to be displayed.

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1). He is with you right now.

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The Open Heaven 25 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY DELIVERER.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 24 October 2025 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 25 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY DELIVERER

MEMORISE:
But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.
Psalms 40:17

READ: Mark 7:32-37:
32 And they bring unto him one that was deaf, and had an impediment in his speech; and they beseech him to put his hand upon him.
33 And he took him aside* from the multitude, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spit, and touched his tongue;
34 And looking up to heaven, he sighed, and saith unto him, Ephphatha, that is, Be opened.

35 And straightway his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spakeplain.
36 And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it;
37 And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 25 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Luke 13:11-13 tells us of a woman who was bent for eighteen years and couldn’t walk uprightly. She must have visited many doctors and used different medications, all to no avail. However, when she encountered Jesus, she was set free immediately. There are some sicknesses that even the best doctors cannot treat. If you are experiencing any lingering sickness, you need just one touch from the Great Deliverer to make you whole.

When the devil afflicts a fellow with an infirmity, he adds a lot of sorrowful things to the person’s life. For example, besides suffering from leprosy, lepers also suffer isolation, which might lead to depression, especially if they are abandoned by their relatives and friends. If they had thriving businesses, the businesses might automatically shut down because some people might not want to do business with them.

In Luke 17:12-19, there were ten lepers who needed to be delivered from leprosy. When the Mighty Deliverer came on the scene, they were cleansed, and one of them, who returned to give thanks, was made whole. I believe this meant that he recovered everything he had lost in the past. This is what the Lord can do for you when He is your deliverer. He can restore everything the enemy might have stolen from you as if he never came near you at all. I pray that God will show Himself mighty on your behalf, deliver you from every affliction and oppression you might be experiencing, and make you whole, in Jesus’ name 

We have a deliverer; He is called the Lord of Hosts (Psalm 24:10) and the Lord Mighty in Battle (Psalm 24:8). He can deliver anyone, and nobody can pluck His children from His hands.

The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower. I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. Psalm 18:2-3

Beloved, if you haven’t surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, you are His enemy, and it is a fearful thing to fall into His hands (Hebrews 10:31) because no one can deliver anyone from Him (Isaiah 43:13). Surrender your life to Him today so He can become your Great Deliverer.

If you are already a child of God and are still in any form of bondage, I pray that the Great Deliverer will deliver you completely, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT:

God can deliver anyone, and nobody can deliver out of His hands.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Luke 9-10

HYMN 10: IN CHRIST ALONE

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MEMORISE: Psalm 40:17
“But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.”
This is the cry of a humble heart that recognizes its own helplessness and places its entire expectation on God alone. It acknowledges God’s personal care (“the Lord thinketh upon me”) and His unique role as “my deliverer,” and it pleads for swift action.

BIBLE READING: Mark 7:32-37
This passage exemplifies the power of the Great Deliverer:
v. 32: The Problem: A man with a speech impediment and deafness—a double affliction.
v. 33-35: The Process: Jesus took him aside, touched him, and spoke a word. “And straightway his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spake plain.”
v. 37: The Proclamation: “He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.”

The Ministry of the Great Deliverer

Pastor E.A. Adeboye presents a powerful message of hope for those bound by affliction, oppression, and the lingering effects of the enemy’s attacks. Jesus Christ is not just a healer; He is the Mighty Deliverer who specializes in setting captives free and restoring all that has been lost.

The Nature of the Enemy’s Bondage

The devil’s afflictions are never singular; they are accompanied by a cascade of sorrows:

• Physical Suffering: The primary illness or infirmity (e.g., leprosy, the bent back).
• Social Isolation: Rejection, stigma, and abandonment by community and even family.
• Economic Hardship: Loss of livelihood and financial stability, as businesses collapse.
• Emotional Torment: Depression, shame, and hopelessness after years of failed solutions.

The Limit of Human Help

The woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8:43) and the woman bent for 18 years (Luke 13:11-13) represent all who have “suffered many things of many physicians, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse” (Mark 5:26). Some situations are beyond human expertise and require divine intervention.

The Power of the Great Deliverer

1. He Specializes in the Impossible:
There is no sickness, addiction, or bondage too chronic or complex for Him. The same power that created the universe is available to deliver you (Colossians 1:16-17).

2. His Deliverance is Comprehensive:
He doesn’t just heal; He makes whole (Luke 17:19). This means:

• Physical Healing: The affliction itself is removed.
• Complete Restoration: Everything lost during the period of bondage—health, joy, relationships, finances, time—is recovered. “I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten” (Joel 2:25).

3. He is a Mighty Warrior:
His titles reveal His nature:

• The Lord of Hosts (Psalm 24:10): The Commander of heaven’s armies fights for you.
• The Lord Mighty in Battle (Psalm 24:8): He has never lost a fight against the enemy.
• My Rock, Fortress, and Deliverer (Psalm 18:2): He is an unshakeable place of safety and rescue.

How to Access His Deliverance

1. Recognize Your Need and Cry Out:
Like the psalmist, acknowledge your poverty and need. Humility is the key that unlocks deliverance. The ten lepers cried out for mercy (Luke 17:13).

2. Surrender to His Lordship:
This is the non-negotiable prerequisite. You cannot expect deliverance from a Lord you refuse to obey. Surrender makes you His child, not His enemy (Hebrews 10:31).

3. Expect His Touch:
Jesus often touched the untouchable. Believe that His power can reach into your situation and transform it in an instant.

4. Return to Give Thanks:
Like the one leper who returned, gratitude secures and amplifies your blessing, moving from cleansing to complete wholeness (Luke 17:15-19).

Conclusion: Your Deliverance is Here

Pray this:
“Mighty Deliverer, I come to You today poor and needy. I acknowledge that [name your specific bondage] is beyond human help. I surrender my life completely to Your Lordship. I cry out for Your mercy and deliverance. Touch me now, O Lord. Loose me from every chain and restore everything the enemy has stolen from me. I believe that You are doing it now, and I thank You in advance for my freedom and total restoration. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify the Bondage: Clearly name the area(s) where you need deliverance and restoration.
2. Plead the Promise: Pray Psalm 40:17 and Psalm 18:2-3 over your situation daily.
3. Act in Faith: Begin to thank God for your deliverance as if it has already happened.
4. Share Your Testimony: When your breakthrough comes, tell others what the Great Deliverer has done for you.

Remember: No chain is too strong for the Mighty Deliverer. No loss is too great for Him to restore. Your case is not too hard for Him. Your season of freedom and wholeness begins now.

“The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust…”(Psalm 18:2). Put your trust in Him today.

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The Open Heaven 24 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY SONG.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 23 October 2025 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 24 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY SONG

MEMORISE:
The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.
Psalms 118:14

READ: Psalms 126:1-6:
1 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them.
3 The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

4 Turn again our captivity*, O LORD, as the streams in the south.
5 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
6 He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 24 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

It is wonderful to know Jesus and trust in Him. Over the past few days, I have been discussing the benefits of having Jesus as your Lord.

Those who are still yet to totally surrender to His Lordship are depriving themselves of the tremendous blessings of being children of the Most High God.

People love good songs and love to sing new songs. When you make Jesus your Lord, He will not only give you a new song, He will become your song. He will not just fill your mouth with laughter, He will become your laughter and the source of your joy. After God brought the children of Israel out of Egypt and led them through the Red Sea, they began to sing a new song to the Lord:

The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him. Exodus 15:2

When God becomes your song, He will fill your mouth with joy and laughter. When He became Sarah’s song, He filled her mouth with laughter, and people laughed along with her (Genesis 21:6). I pray that everyone who has mocked you will laugh with you, in Jesus’ name.

When the devil thinks he has the upper hand or when he thinks he has done too much damage for things to ever become good in a Christian’s life again, such a Christian should know that God is about to become his or her song. When the devil attacked Job and his family, he thought he had the final say. However, God came through for Job and gave him double of all he had lost (Job 42:12).

When God becomes your song, He will fill your mouth with songs of victory. When He wanted to destroy the wall of Jericho, He put a loud shout of victory in the mouth of His people.

So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets: and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat, so that the people went up into the city, every man straight before him, and they took the city. Joshua 6:20

Beloved, God wants to become your song. He wants to continually give you new songs of joy and victory. Surrender your life completely to him, and your days will be full of laughter and singing.

KEY POINT

When you surrender your life completely to Jesus, He will become your song.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Luke 7-8

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MEMORISE: Psalm 118:14
“The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.”
This powerful declaration reveals that God is not merely the giver of songs; He is the very substance and subject of the song itself. Our strength and our melody of triumph find their source exclusively in Him.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 126:1-6
This psalm captures the transformative joy of God’s intervention:
v. 1-2: The Turnaround: “When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion… then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing.”
v. 3: The Testimony: “The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.”
v. 5-6: The Promise: Those who sow in tears “shall reap in joy” and return with songs of triumph.

The Lord: Your Song of Joy and Victory

Pastor E.A. Adeboye culminates this series on the benefits of Lordship with one of the most beautiful promises: a life filled with divinely orchestrated joy and victory. For the one who is fully surrendered, God Himself becomes their perpetual song, turning every past mourning into dancing and every battle into a testimony.

The Progression of God’s Song

• From a New Song to God as Your Song: God does not just give you a temporary tune; He installs Himself as the eternal melody of your heart. The song may change with seasons, but the Source remains constant.
• From Laughter to God as Your Laughter: The joy He gives is not superficial happiness dependent on circumstances; it is the deep, abiding joy of His presence (Nehemiah 8:10) that becomes your core identity.

Biblical Examples of God Becoming the Song

1. The Song of Deliverance (Exodus 15:1-2):
After crossing the Red Sea, Israel didn’t just sing about God; they sang to God, declaring, “The LORD… is become my salvation.” Their song was the direct result of a finished work of deliverance.

2. The Song of Miraculous Fulfillment (Genesis 21:6):
For decades, Sarah’s life was a song of barrenness and despair. When God became her song, He filled her mouth with incredulous laughter—a laughter so contagious that others “laughed with her.” God turned her shame into celebration.

3. The Song of Restoration (Job 42:10-12):
The devil intended Job’s story to be a funeral dirge. God rewrote the score and turned it into a symphony of double restoration. The latter end of his life became a greater song than the beginning.

4. The Song of Victory (Joshua 6:20):
The walls of Jericho fell not by military strategy but by a “great shout”—a song of faith and victory shouted in advance of the visible breakthrough. Their obedience to God’s strange command turned their shout into a weapon.

How to Experience God as Your Song

1. Complete Surrender:
This blessing is reserved for those who have totally surrendered to His Lordship. You cannot sing the song of triumph while still commanding your own life.

2. Recognize Your Captivity Turning:
Like the psalmist in Psalm 126, be sensitive to the moments when God begins to turn your situation around. This awareness fuels gratitude and praise.

3. Sow in Tears with Faith:
Understand the principle of Psalm 126:5. Your present tears of prayer, intercession, and obedience are seeds you are sowing. Water them with faith and worship, knowing you will reap a harvest of joy.

4. Shout in Advance:
Like the Israelites at Jericho, learn to praise God for the victory before you see it manifested. This shout of faith is the catalyst that brings down imposing barriers.

The Result: A Life of Celebrated Testimony

When God becomes your song:

• Your testimony becomes “The LORD hath done great things for us!” (Psalm 126:3).
• Your life becomes a magnet for joy, attracting others to share in your celebration.
• Your mouth is permanently filled with laughter and singing, disarming worry and fear.

Conclusion: Let Your Life Sing

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I surrender every area of my life to You anew. Become my song and my laughter. Turn every captivity in my life into a testimony of joy. Fill my mouth with singing and my heart with triumph. I choose to shout a praise of victory over every ‘Jericho’ in my path, trusting that You will bring down every wall. Let my life be a continuous song that glorifies You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify a ‘Captivity’: Name an area of struggle, shame, or defeat in your life. Begin to thank God for turning it around.
2. Create a Playlist: Make a playlist of songs that declare God’s victory and faithfulness. Play it daily to fill your atmosphere with faith.
3. Praise in the Storm: The next time you face a challenge, instead of complaining, choose to sing and praise God for His coming victory.
4. Share Your Song: Testify of God’s goodness to others. Your story can become the new song someone else needs to hear.

Remember: Your life is meant to be a symphony, not a funeral dirge. The Master Composer is ready to write His song of joy and victory over every page of your story if you will let Him.

“The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.” (Psalm 118:14). Let this be your song today and always.

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The Open Heaven 23 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY KEEPER.

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 23 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY KEEPER

MEMORISE:
My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions’ mouths, that they have not hurt me: forasmuch as before him innocency was found in me; and also before thee, O king, have l done no hurt.
Daniel 6:22

READ: Psalms 121:1-8:
1 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.
4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.
6 The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
7 The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
8 The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 23 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When you make Jesus your Lord, you will enjoy divine preservation. Today’s Bible reading says that He who keeps Israel neither sleeps nor slumbers. When God keeps a fellow, nothing and nobody can harm him or her (Romans 8:31).

Years ago, one of my daughters was serving the Nigerian government in Port Harcourt, a state capital in Southern Nigeria, as part of the mandatory national youth service programme for graduates of tertiary institutions. At that time, a new highway had just been constructed along the route leading to Port Harcourt from Lagos, and vehicles would drive on it at breakneck speeds because the road was really smooth.

One day, she was travelling from Lagos to Port Harcourt and she sat at the back of a public vehicle. Suddenly, the car’s front tyre ruptured, and the car began to somersault due to its speed. She shouted, “Jesus!” as the car somersaulted the first time, and unseen hands picked her up from the vehicle through the window and sat her down by the highway. She watched the car somersault five more times before it stopped.

People rushed to the scene and saw her sitting by the highway. When they asked her how she got there and she told them she was in the car that had just had an accident, they couldn’t believe her. This is what happens when the Lord puts His angels on guard over your life at all times (Psalm 91:11).

When the Lord is your keeper, He will keep your foot from being moved (Psalm 121:3).

When people are complaining about the state of the economy, for instance, you won’t be moved because the Lord is your keeper. Only Christians who have made Jesus their Lord and Saviour will have no worries in the midst of dangerous situations, like Daniel in the den of hungry lions. God sent His angel to shut the mouths of the lions and prevented them from harming Daniel because he had made God his Lord, and he was God’s responsibility. The next day, those who had made political power their lord were thrown into the same den, and the lions ate them up (Daniel 6:16-24).

People who don’t have Jesus as their Lord are open to the devil’s attacks. Have you genuinely surrendered your life to the Lord? If you haven’t, please do so today. I pray that the Lord will keep you in all your ways with His mighty hands, in Jesus’ name.

REFLECTION

When you make Jesus your Lord, you will enjoy divine protection.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

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MEMORISE: Daniel 6:22
“My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions’ mouths, that they have not hurt me: forasmuch as before him innocency was found in me; and also before thee, O king, have I done no hurt.”
This is the testimony of divine preservation. It reveals that the most ferocious threats are rendered harmless under God’s watchful care. The angelic intervention was a direct result of Daniel’s unwavering devotion and innocence before God.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 121:1-8
This psalm is the ultimate anthem of divine preservation:
v. 3: “He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.”
v. 4: “Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.”
v. 7: “The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.”
v. 8: “The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and for evermore.”

The Unshakeable Security of the Believer

Pastor E.A. Adeboye uses a powerful modern-day testimony and the ancient story of Daniel to illustrate a fundamental covenant benefit: divine preservation. For the one who has made Jesus Lord, life is not a journey of chance but of guaranteed safekeeping under the vigilant eyes of an ever-watchful God.

The Nature of Divine Preservation

Divine preservation is God’s active, continuous work of guarding, protecting, and maintaining His children from all forms of evil and harm. It is not a passive hope but an active guardianship.

• It is Constant: Your Keeper “shall neither slumber nor sleep” (Psalm 121:4). His vigilance is unceasing, covering you 24/7, in every time zone and in every situation.
• It is Comprehensive: It preserves from “all evil” (v. 7)—physical, spiritual, emotional, and financial. It covers your “going out and thy coming in” (v. 8)—every activity and every transition in life.
• It is Supernatural: It often involves angelic activity (Psalm 91:11, Daniel 6:22, Hebrews 1:14). As in the testimony, unseen hands can physically extract you from danger in the blink of an eye.

The Condition for Preservation

This level of protection is not automatic for everyone; it is conditional upon a relationship:

• Making Jesus Your Lord: This is the recurring theme. Preservation is for those who have genuinely surrendered their lives to Christ, making Him their ultimate authority. They are, as Daniel was, “his responsibility.”
• Dwelling in the Secret Place: Psalm 91:1, which promises this protection, begins with “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High…” Abiding in Christ through obedience and intimacy is key.
• Innocency and Integrity: Daniel’s preservation was linked to the “innocency that was found in me” (Daniel 6:22). A life of integrity and obedience to God fortifies the hedge of protection.

The Contrast: The Unpreserved

Those who do not have Jesus as Lord are “open to the devil’s attacks.” They are like the adversaries of Daniel who were devoured by the very lions that were harmless to him (Daniel 6:24). Their trust is in political power, wealth, or human strength—all failing protectors.

The Result: An Unmoved Life

When the Lord is your keeper:

• You will not be moved (Psalm 121:3). Economic shocks, bad news, pandemics, and dangers may swirl around you, but you remain stable, secure, and at peace.
• You live without worry. You know you are God’s responsibility, and He is more than capable of managing His assets.
• Your testimony becomes supernatural. Like Daniel and the sister in the testimony, your life becomes a public display of God’s keeping power.

Conclusion: Are You Under His Keeping?

Pray this:
“My Father and my Keeper, I thank You for the promise of divine preservation. I declare today that Jesus is my Lord. I surrender every area of my life to Your guardianship. Watch over me, my family, and all that concerns me. Let Your angels camp around me. Preserve my going out and my coming in. Make my life a testimony of Your supernatural keeping power, so that others may see and put their trust in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Affirm His Lordship: Daily acknowledge Jesus as the Lord of your life, especially in areas where you tend to worry.
2. Pray Psalm 91 & 121: Personalize these psalms and pray them over yourself and your loved ones daily.
3. Walk in Integrity: Examine your life for any compromise that could breach your hedge of protection. Repent and align yourself with God’s Word.
4. Live Fearlessly: Step out in faith, knowing you are kept by God. Your safety is not your responsibility; it is His.

Remember: The same God who shut the mouths of lions and plucked a daughter from a somersaulting car is your keeper. Your life is hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3). You are perfectly safe in His hands.

“The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.” (Psalm 121:7). Rest in this covenant promise.

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The Open Heaven 22 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH.

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: THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH

MEMORISE:
The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.
Exodus 15:2

READ: Psalms 20:1-4:
1 The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee;
2 Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion;
3 Remember all thy offerings, and accept thy burnt sacrifice; Selah.
4 Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 22 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When you make Jesus your Lord, you will never lack strength. Psalm 84:5 says, “Blessed is the man whose strength is in thee; in whose heart are the ways of them.” When people are complaining of tiredness and weakness, a fellow who has made Jesus Christ his or her Lord will keep going from strength to strength.

They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God. Psalm 84:7

If you are a child of God, every time you come before Him, He gives you a greater dose of strength than the one you had before. Nobody appears before God and leaves weak and weary. If you come before God discouraged, you will leave encouraged. If you come tired, you will leave strengthened. God’s presence supplies endless strength to weary hearts. In areas where you are weak, your Lord will make His strength available to you if you wait on Him.

Isaiah 40:29-31 says:
He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Another way God strengthens His children is by sending good news their way so that their hearts will be filled with joy. I pray that God will send you good news that will strengthen your heart, in Jesus’ name.

I remember when we were building the Redemption Camp (now Redemption City), we built a house from its foundation and completed it in just seven days. I was constantly supervising the construction, but l didn’t feel tired in any way. This was because I was excited about what God was doing, and the Bible says that the joy of the Lord is our strength.

…for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength. Nehemiah 8:10

The joy of the Lord supplies abundant strength, and strength is the ability to do whatever you want to do. When you have strength, you will be able to do everything your heart desires to do for God. I pray for you today that the Lord will strengthen you and fill your heart with joy, in Jesus’ name.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please let me hear good news that will strengthen my heart in You today, in Jesus’ name.

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MEMORISE: Exodus 15:2
“The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.”
This triumphant declaration from Moses reveals that God is not just the giver of strength; He is our strength. He is the source, the substance, and the song of our deliverance, worthy of our highest praise and the habitation of our lives.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 20:1-4
This is a prayer for divine strength in the day of trouble:
v. 1: “The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee.”
v. 2: “Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion.”
v. 4: “Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.”
True strength is help sent from God’s very presence to fulfill His purpose in you.

The Covenant of Ever-Increasing Strength

Pastor E.A. Adeboye unveils a glorious promise for the believer: a life of perpetual and increasing strength that defies natural limitations. This is not a promise of a trouble-free life, but of a divinely empowered life where weakness is overcome by the infinite strength of Christ.

The Source of Supernatural Strength

• The Lord is Your Strength (Exodus 15:2): Strength is not a commodity God gives; it is who He is in you. Your connection to Him is your connection to an unending power supply.
• Strength is in Him (Psalm 84:5): The blessed man is not strong in himself; his strength is in God. This requires a conscious dependence and acknowledgment that apart from Him, we can do nothing (John 15:5).

The Process of Receiving Strength

1. Through Waiting on the Lord (Isaiah 40:31):
“Waiting” is not passive idleness; it is active trust and hopeful expectation. It is spending time in God’s presence through prayer, worship, and meditation on His Word. This is the spiritual discipline that facilitates the renewal (exchange) of our human weakness for His divine strength.

2. Through Appearing Before God (Psalm 84:7):
Every encounter with God in His presence (in personal devotion and corporate worship) results in a spiritual upgrade—”from strength to strength.” You never leave God’s presence the same way you came; you are always fortified, encouraged, and empowered.

3. Through the Joy of the Lord (Nehemiah 8:10):
God often sends strength packaged as joy. The testimony of building a house in seven days without fatigue illustrates this perfectly. Excitement about what God is doing produces a supernatural adrenaline that cancels weariness. Joy is a fuel that empowers labor.

The Manifestations of This Strength

• Renewal for the Faint (Isaiah 40:29): When you have no might left, He increases strength.
• Supernatural Endurance: The ability to “run, and not be weary… walk, and not faint” (Isaiah 40:31). This is sustained power for the long haul, not just a short burst.
• Divine Enablement: Strength is “the ability to do whatever you want to do” for God. It is the physical, mental, and spiritual capacity to execute God-inspired visions and assignments.

The Result: A Life That Defies Natural Limits

The world operates on a principle of depletion: energy is spent and fatigue sets in. The believer operating under the Lordship of Christ operates on a principle of renewal: strength is spent and is then supernaturally replenished, often to a greater degree, leading to a life that goes “from strength to strength.”

Conclusion: Tap into the Infinite Source

Pray this:
“Lord, You are my strength and my song. I confess my weakness and my dependence on You. I wait on You now. Renew my strength. Fill me with Your joy. As I come before You, upgrade me from strength to strength. Empower me to run my race without weariness and to walk in Your will without fainting. Let Your strength be made perfect in my weakness, so that I may accomplish all You have placed in my heart to do, for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Weakness: What area of your life (physical, emotional, spiritual) feels depleted? Bring it specifically to God.
2. Schedule Waiting Time: Intentionally set aside 15-30 minutes daily to “wait on the Lord” in prayer and His Word.
3. Choose Joy: Consciously reject discouragement and choose to rejoice in the Lord and what He is doing, no matter the circumstances.
4. Test His Strength: Step out in faith to do what God has called you to do, trusting that His strength will be supplied for the task.

Remember: Your strength is not about your age, your health, or your abilities. It is about your connection to the limitless God. You are not called to a life of barely getting by; you are called to a life of going from strength to strength.

“The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation…” (Exodus 15:2). Let this be your testimony.

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The Open Heaven 21 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY PEACE.

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 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY PEACE

MEMORISE:
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:7

READ: Acts 27:7-44:
7 And when we had sailed slowly many days, and scarce were come over against Cnidus, the windnot suffering us, we sailed under Crete, over against Salmone;
8 And, hardly passing it, came unto a place which is called The fair havens; nigh whereunto was the city of Lasea.
9 Now when much time was spent, and when sailing was now dangerous, because the fast wasnow already past, Paul admonished them,
10 And said unto them, Sirs, I perceive that this voyage will be with hurt and much damage, not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives.

11 Nevertheless the centurion believed the master and the owner of the ship, more than those things which were spoken by Paul.
12 And because the haven was not commodious to winter in, the more part advised to depart thence also, if by any means they might attain to Phenice, and there to winter; which is an haven of Crete, and lieth toward the south west and north west.
13 And when the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete.
14 But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon.
15 And when the ship was caught, and could not bear up into the wind, we let her drive.

16 And running under a certain island which is called Clauda, we had much work to come by the boat:
17 Which when they had taken up, they used helps, undergirding the ship; and, fearing lest they should fall into the quicksands, strake sail, and so were driven.
18 And we being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship;
19 And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship.
20 And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away.

21 But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss.
22 And now I exhort you to be of good cheer: for there shall be no loss of any man’s life among you, but of the ship.
23 For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve,
24 Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee.
25 Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.

26 Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island.
27 But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven up and down in Adria, about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country;
28 And sounded, and found it twenty fathoms: and when they had gone a little further, they sounded again, and found it fifteen fathoms.
29 Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day.
30 And as the shipmen were about to flee out of the ship, when they had let down the boat into the sea, under colour as though they would have cast anchors out of the foreship,

31 Paul said to the centurion and to the soldiers, Except these abide in the ship, ye cannot be saved.
32 Then the soldiers cut off the ropes of the boat, and let her fall off.
33 And while the day was coming on, Paul besought them all to take meat, saying, This day is the fourteenth day that ye have tarried and continued fasting, having taken nothing.
34 Wherefore I pray you to take some meat: for this is for your health: for there shall not an hair fallfrom the head of any of you.
35 And when he had thus spoken, he took bread, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all:and when he had broken it, he began to eat.

36 Then were they all of good cheer, and they also took some meat.
37 And we were in all in the ship two hundred threescore and sixteen souls.
38 And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, and cast out the wheat into the sea.
39 And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship.
40 And when they had taken up the anchors, they committed themselves unto the sea, and loosed the rudder bands, and hoised up the mainsail to the wind, and made toward shore.

41 And falling into a place where two seas met, they ran the ship aground; and the forepart stuckfast, and remained unmoveable, but the hinder part was broken with the violence of the waves.
42 And the soldiers’ counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape.
43 But the centurion, willing to save Paul, kept them from their purpose; and commanded that they which could swim should cast themselves first into the sea, and get to land:
44 And the rest, some on boards, and some on broken pieces of the ship. And so it came to pass, that they escaped all safe to land.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 21 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

God has not promised us a storm-free life. In John 16:33, Jesus said, “
…In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” When we make Jesus our Lord, we are assured of peace and safety amidst terrible storms.

In our Bible reading for today, Paul was on his way to Rome on a ship with two hundred and seventy-six passengers. When they got to a place called The Fair Havens, Paul perceived there would be danger on the way and told the people on the ship:

…Sirs, I perceive that this voyage will be with hurt and much damage, not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives. Acts 27:10

When you make Jesus your Lord, He will warn you beforehand of some storms. Whenever you sense something wrong about a particular move you are about to make or a decision you are about to take, that might be Jesus trying to shield you from a storm.

Since Paul did not have experience or a special degree in sailing ships, the captain decided to ignore his words of caution. Sometimes, God will send the instruction that will bring you peace through people you least expect such from. People who always expect God to manifest Himself to them in a spectacular manner often miss Him because He often chooses to express Himself with simplicity.

Because the captain refused to listen to Paul, he sailed the ship straight into a terrible storm that almost claimed the lives of everyone on board. They lost many possessions and couldn’t eat for many days because they lost hope. However, Paul, who knew the Lord as His peace, encouraged them even though they had earlier disregarded his counsel.

For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve, Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee. Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me. Acts 27:23-25 

Beloved, when the Lord is your peace, He will rescue you from every storm and ensure that nothing is missing or broken in your life. When you make the Lord your peace, He will calm your heart, even in the midst of the trials and challenges of life.

KEY POINT

When the Lord is your peace, no matter the storms you face, you will emerge victorious.

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MEMORISE: Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
This verse promises a supernatural, transcendent peace that operates beyond human logic. It is not the absence of storms, but a divine garrison that “keeps” (literally, stands guard over) your inner being in the midst of them.

BIBLE READING: Acts 27:7-44
This narrative is a powerful typology of life’s storms and the believer’s anchor:
v. 10: Divine Warning: Paul, through the Spirit, perceives the coming storm and issues a warning.
v. 11-20: The Cost of Disobedience: Ignoring God’s counsel leads directly into a tempest that strips away hope and control.
v. 21-26: The Assurance of Peace: In the storm’s peak, Paul stands on a divine promise of preservation for all who are with him.
v. 44: The Fulfillment: “And so it came to pass, that they escaped all safe to land.” God’s word of peace never fails.

The Promise of Peace in the Storm

Pastor E.A. Adeboye delivers a crucial message that corrects a common misconception: salvation is not a guarantee against life’s storms, but it is the absolute assurance of God’s presence and peace within them. The storm in Acts 27 teaches us how to navigate life’s inevitable tempests.

The Realities of the Storm

1. Storms Are Inevitable: Jesus Himself promised tribulation (John 16:33). Believers are not exempt from life’s hardships, economic crises, health challenges, or relational conflicts.
2. God Provides Warning: Often, the Holy Spirit will give a inward witness—a “perception” or unease—to guide us away from danger (Acts 27:10). This warning may come through Scripture, a quiet prompting, or even the counsel of an unexpected person.
3. Ignoring Warning Invites Calamity: The centurion and captain preferred human expertise (“the master and owner of the ship”) over divine revelation. The result was the loss of their cargo, their ship, and nearly their lives (v. 18-20).

The Ministry of God’s Peace in the Storm

When you make the Lord your peace, He manifests His presence in the storm in three key ways:

1. He Calms the Heart Before He Calms the Storm:
While the seasoned sailors and soldiers lost all hope (v. 20), Paul possessed a supernatural calm. This is the “peace that passeth all understanding.” It is an internal stability that contradicts external chaos, rooted not in circumstances but in God’s character and promise.

2. He Provides a Specific Promise for the Situation:
God did not just give Paul a general sense of peace; He gave him a specific, actionable word: “Fear not… God hath given thee all them that sail with thee” (v. 24). This word became the anchor for everyone’s survival. God’s peace is often linked to a specific promise from His Word.

3. He Transforms You into a Source of Encouragement:
A person at peace in a storm becomes a lifeline for others. Paul, the prisoner, became the de facto captain because he alone had access to the Prince of Peace. His faith and calmness saved 276 people (v. 22, 25, 34-36).

How to Access and Keep This Peace

• Heed the Warnings: Cultivate sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s gentle checks and promptings. Do not override them with human logic or experience.
• Anchor Yourself in God’s Word: His promises are the foundation of your peace. When a storm hits, recall what God has said.
• Pray with Thanksgiving: Philippians 4:6-7 links the supernatural peace to the practice of bringing requests to God with thanksgiving. Thanking God in the storm is an act of faith that activates His peace.
• Keep Your Eyes on the Lord of Peace: The storm is real, but your focus must remain on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2).

Conclusion: Your Safe Passage is Guaranteed

Pray this:
“Prince of Peace, I acknowledge You as my Lord. I thank You that Your peace is my portion, not the absence of storms. Forgive me for times I have trusted my own understanding over Your warning. Anchor my heart and mind in Your promises today. Let Your supernatural peace stand guard over me, that I may remain calm and become a source of hope and encouragement to others, even in the midst of life’s greatest tempests. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Storm: Name the current situation causing you anxiety or fear.
2. Find a Promise: Locate a specific scripture that speaks to your situation and write it down.
3. Pray with Thanksgiving: Present your request to God, thanking Him in advance for His peace and deliverance.
4. Be an Encourager: Share the peace God gives you with someone else who is struggling.

Remember: The same God who promised Paul that not a life would be lost is watching over you. Your storm has an expiration date, and your safe landing is guaranteed by His word.

“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7). Let it keep you today.

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The Open Heaven 20 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY LIGHT.

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 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY LIGHT

MEMORISE:
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalms 27:1

READ: Genesis 26:1-12:
1 And there was a famine in the land, beside the first famine that was in the days of Abraham. And Isaac went unto Abimelech king of the Philistines unto Gerar.
2 And the LORD appeared unto him, and said, Go not down into Egypt; dwell in the land which I shall tell thee of:
3 Sojourn in this land, and I will be with thee, and will bless thee; for unto thee, and unto thy seed, I will give all these countries, and I will perform the oath which I sware unto Abraham thy father;
4 And I will make thy seed to multiply as the stars of heaven, and will give unto thy seed all these countries; and in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed;

5 Because that Abraham obeyed my voice, and kept my charge, my commandments, my statutes, and my laws.
6 And Isaac dwelt in Gerar:
7 And the men of the place asked him of his wife; and he said, She is my sister: for he feared to say, She is my wife; lest, said he, the men of the place should kill me for Rebekah; because she was fair to look upon.
8 And it came to pass, when he had been there a long time, that Abimelech king of the Philistines looked out at a window, and saw, and, behold, Isaac was sporting with Rebekah his wife.

9 And Abimelech called Isaac, and said, Behold, of a surety she is thy wife: and how saidst thou, She is my sister? And Isaac said unto him, Because I said, Lest I die for her.
10 And Abimelech said, What is this thou hast done unto us? one of the people might lightly have lien with thy wife, and thou shouldest have brought guiltiness upon us.
11 And Abimelech charged all his people, saying, He that toucheth this man or his wife shall surelybe put to death.
12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 20 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When you submit to the Lordship of Jesus, He becomes your light. When the Lord becomes your light, you will have access to hidden mysteries. When others complain about a casting down, you will keep rejoicing because God’s light will show you the way to enjoy a lifting up (Job 22:29). As we see in today’s Bible reading, Isaac enjoyed the light of the Lord. While others were dying in famine, he thrived, flourished, and became very great because God lighted his path and showed him what to do

Enjoying God’s light begins with acknowledging and submitting to His Lordship. When God told Isaac to stay where he was during the famine, he did not argue. You cannot enjoy God’s light when you walk in the light of your own fire. Isaiah prophesied about people who walk in the light of their own fires:

Behold, all ye that kindle a fire, that compass yourselves about with sparks: walk in the light of your fire, and in the sparks that ye have kindled. This shall ye have of mine hand; ye shall lie down in sorrow. Isaiah 50:11

Walking in the light of your own fire means doing things your way and leaning on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5 says you should not lean on your own understanding. Those who lean on their understanding eventually end up being sorrowful because they will late realise that the way they thought was right was actually wrong (Proverbs 14:12).

When the Lord is your light, you will walk in the way that is right, not in the way that seems right. He will show you the way you should walk in and lead you in the paths of righteousness (Psalm 23:3). As your light, the Lord will lead you in the way that you should go and guide you with His eyes because you are His responsibility (Psalm 32:8).

You cannot remain in the dark about the enemy’s plans when the Lord is your light. In Acts 23:12-22, Paul was in prison, and some people conspired to kill him. They made the perfect plan to deceive the chief captain of the prison by telling him that they just wanted to ask Paul some questions, but their real plan was to kill him. However, God arranged for

Paul’s nephew to overhear their evil plot, and he exposed them. When God is your light, He will expose the enemy’s plans and keep you safe from every evil plot.

KEY POINT

When the Lord is your light, He will expose your enemies’ plans and grant you access to hidden mysteries.

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MEMORISE: Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
This verse presents a threefold identity of God for the believer: He is your Light (illumination and guidance), your Salvation (deliverance and safety), and your Strength (fortitude and power). With this triune assurance, fear is rendered irrational and powerless.

BIBLE READING: Genesis 26:1-12
This passage is a masterclass in thriving by divine light amidst universal famine:
v. 2-3: The Divine Instruction: God tells Isaac to dwell in the land of famine and promises to be with him and bless him there.
v. 6: The Obedience: “And Isaac dwelt in Gerar.”
v. 12-13: The Result: “Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold… and the man waxed great…”
Obedience to God’s specific light led to supernatural prosperity in a time of universal lack.

The Privilege of Walking in Divine Light

Daddy E.A. Adeboye draws a powerful distinction between human ingenuity and divine guidance. The life of Isaac exemplifies the extraordinary benefits of submitting to God’s Lordship, which grants access to His light—a light that reveals secrets, provides strategy, and ensures triumph even in the most adverse circumstances.

The Two Sources of Light

• The Light of Your Own Fire (Human Wisdom):
  This is the path of self-reliance, leaning on one’s own understanding (Proverbs 3:5). It is kindling your own sparks for illumination.
  • Source: Human intellect, experience, and reasoning.
  • Result: Sorrow, failure, and eventual regret (Isaiah 50:11, Proverbs 14:12). It leads to a way that seems right but ends in destruction.
• The Light of The Lord (Divine Revelation):
  This is the path of God-dependence, receiving illumination directly from the Spirit of God.
  • Source: God’s Word, the Holy Spirit’s prompting, and godly counsel.
  • Result: Guidance, protection, prosperity, and peace. It leads in the right way, not just the seemingly right way (Psalm 23:3).

The Benefits of Walking in God’s Light

1. It Grants You Strategic Direction:
God’s light told Isaac to stay in the famine-stricken land while others fled. This counterintuitive strategy became the key to his hundredfold harvest. Divine light often provides direction that contradicts human logic but leads to supernatural results.

2. It Provides Insider Information:
When the Lord is your light, you have access to heaven’s intelligence agency. As with Paul in Acts 23:16-22, God will expose hidden plots and secret strategies of the enemy against you. Nothing about your life is hidden from Him; He will reveal what you need to know to stay safe.

3. It Eliminates Fear:
The knowledge that God is your light—that He sees what you cannot see and knows what you do not know—banishes fear. You can walk confidently through dark valleys because your path is illuminated by His presence and wisdom (Psalm 23:4).

4. It Guarantees Supernatural Provision:
In a time of universal famine, Isaac experienced unprecedented abundance because he walked in God’s light. Those connected to divine guidance will always have a competitive advantage; they will thrive when others are barely surviving.

How to Walk Consistently in God’s Light

1. Submit to His Lordship:
This is the foundational step. You cannot demand God’s light while rejecting His leadership. Surrender the right to chart your own course.

2. Reject Leaning on Your Understanding:
Consciously refuse to make decisions based solely on human reasoning, past experiences, or popular opinion. Bring every plan before God for approval.

3. Prioritize Obedience:
When God gives an instruction, as He did to Isaac, obey immediately and completely without argument. Obedience is the key that keeps you in the flow of His light.

4. Cultivate Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of wisdom and revelation (Ephesians 1:17). Pray for a heightened sensitivity to His gentle promptings, checks, and guidance.

Conclusion: Choose Your Source of Light

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, You are my light and my salvation. I renounce the path of self-reliance and the pride of leaning on my own understanding. Today, I submit every area of my life to Your Lordship. Illuminate my path. Reveal Your strategies to me. Expose every hidden plot of the enemy. Guide me with Your eye and lead me in the right way, so that I may thrive in every season and glorify You, in Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Decision Audit: Identify one upcoming decision. Commit to seeking God’s light through prayer and His Word before proceeding.
2. Scripture Meditation: Memorize and confess Psalm 27:1 and Proverbs 3:5-6 daily.
3. Obedience Check: Is there any instruction from God (through His Word or Spirit) that you have been delaying to obey? Act on it today.
4. Testify: Share a testimony of a time God’s guidance led you differently than your own plan and produced a better outcome.

Remember: Walking in your own light leads to sorrow; walking in God’s light leads to salvation, strength, and supernatural success. Your path does not have to be dark or uncertain.

“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1). Walk in that light today.

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The Open Heaven 19 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD.

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 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD

MEMORISE:
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Psalms 23:1

READ: Psalms 23:1-6:
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 19 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

David was a shepherd boy before Samuel anointed him as Israel’s king. In fact, Samuel had to send for him while he was taking care of his father’s sheep (1 Samuel 16:11-13). Hence, he fully understood what it meant to be a shepherd, and that was why he acknowledged God as his shepherd in today’s Bible reading.

Sheep enjoy many blessings under their shepherd. Our Lord is, however, not just a shepherd; He is the Good Shepherd (John 10:11). Beloved, before the blessings of the Good Shepherd can be yours, He must be your Lord, and you must be His sheep. God does not shepherd those who are lords of themselves, neither does He shepherd goats.

These are some of the blessings of having the Lord as your shepherd:

1. You will never lack rest. David said in Psalm 23:2, “He maketh me to lie down…” When you are God’s sheep, you will not lack sleep. God gives His beloved sleep (Psalm 127:2).

2. You will be well-fed. Hunger is a stranger to God’s sheep because He causes them to lie down in green pastures (Psalm 23:2). Psalm 63:5 says, “My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness…”

3. Your thirst will be satisfied because He will lead you beside still waters (Psalm 23:2). Matthew 5:6 says, “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.”

4. You will never lack restoration (Psalm 23:3). In Joel 2:23-26, God promised that He will restore the years that the cankerworm and caterpillar have eaten. No matter what you lose, you are assured of total restoration when the Lord is your shepherd.

5. You will not lack guidance because He will lead you in the paths of righteousness (Psalm 23:3). Jesus said that the Holy Spirit will guide you into all truth (John 16:12- 13). With the Holy Spirit in charge of your life, you will have absolutely nothing to worry about.

6. You will have nothing to fear because you will enjoy God’s divine presence. Even though you walk through the valley of the shadow of death, you will fear no evil, for He will be with you (Psalm 23:4). In Hebrews 13:5, He promised to never leave you nor forsake you.

Beloved, acknowledge the Lord as your shepherd in every area of your life. Entrust your life to Him completely, and you will enjoy these blessings and many more. I pray that the Lord will truly manifest Himself in your life, in Jesus’ name.

REFLECTION

Is the Lord your shepherd?

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HYMN 5: BLESSED ASSURANCE

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MEMORISE: Psalm 23:1
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
This is a personal confession of absolute trust and surrender. It is not “The Lord is a shepherd” but “my shepherd.” This personal relationship is the foundation for the promise of “I shall not want”—a life free from all lack, because the One who owns everything has taken full responsibility for you.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 23:1-6
This entire psalm is a detailed covenant between the Shepherd and His sheep, outlining the comprehensive care package that comes with being under His protection and provision. Each verse reveals a new dimension of His faithful guardianship.

The Covenant of the Good Shepherd

Pastor E.A. Adeboye, drawing from David’s intimate knowledge of shepherding, unveils the profound blessings reserved for those who truly belong to the flock of the Good Shepherd. This is not a generic promise for all, but a specific covenant for those who have willingly submitted to His Lordship and ownership.

The Prerequisite for the Blessings

The blessings of Psalm 23 are not automatic. They are contingent upon a personal, surrendered relationship:

• He must be your Shepherd: You must acknowledge His ownership and leadership over your life.
• You must be His sheep: You must adopt the posture of a sheep—dependent, trusting, obedient, and listening to His voice (John 10:27). God does not shepherd independent, self-willed “goats.”

The Sixfold Blessing of His Flock

1. The Blessing of Perfect Rest (v. 2a)
“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures…”
A shepherd makes his sheep lie down only when they are free from fear, friction, hunger, and pests. This is a promise of divinely orchestrated peace and freedom from anxiety. It is the fulfillment of Psalm 127:2—”He giveth his beloved sleep.”

2. The Blessing of Complete Provision (v. 2b)
“…he leadeth me beside the still waters.”
The Shepherd doesn’t just provide; He provides the best (“green pastures”) and leads to safe, drinkable water (“still waters”). This speaks of provision that is both abundant and accessible, satisfying every hunger and thirst of the spirit and soul (Matthew 5:6).

3. The Blessing of Total Restoration (v. 3a)
“He restoreth my soul…”
The Shepherd actively mends the broken, heals the wounded, and renews the weary. He specializes in restoring lost joy, peace, and strength. This is the promise of Joel 2:25—He will restore the years that have been stolen or lost.

4. The Blessing of Righteous Guidance (v. 3b)
“…he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.”
You will never be lost or confused about God’s will. The Shepherd leads you on paths that honor Him and fulfill your destiny. This is the ministry of the Holy Spirit, who guides into all truth (John 16:13).

5. The Blessing of Fearless Security (v. 4)
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me…”
The Shepherd’s presence transforms the darkest valley into a mere passageway. His rod (for defense) and staff (for guidance) are your assurance. This is the practical outworking of Hebrews 13:5—His unwavering presence banishes all fear.

6. The Blessing of Overflowing Abundance (v. 5-6)
“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies… my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life…”
The Shepherd doesn’t just protect you from enemies; He promotes you in their presence. His blessing is so abundant it overflows, and His covenant kindness (goodness) and loyal love (mercy) pursue you relentlessly all your days.

The Call to Personal Surrender

These blessings are not for observers but for participants. They are activated by a deliberate act of faith and surrender.

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, You are the Good Shepherd. I acknowledge today that I am Your sheep. I surrender my will and my way to You. I trust You to lead me, provide for me, protect me, and restore me. From this day forward, I declare, ‘The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.’ Thank You for the covenant of peace, provision, and purpose that is now mine. In Your name, I pray. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your ‘Want’: What is causing you anxiety or a sense of lack? Verbally release it to your Shepherd.
2. Memorize the Psalm: Hide Psalm 23 in your heart. Recite it daily as a confession of your trust.
3. Listen for His Voice: Spend quiet time each morning listening for the guidance of your Shepherd through His Word and His Spirit.
4. Testify of His Faithfulness: Share with others how the Good Shepherd is meeting your needs and leading you.

Remember: The quality of your life as a believer is directly proportional to your willingness to be shepherded. Resisting the Shepherd leads to lack; surrendering to Him leads to a life where want is abolished.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1). Make this your reality today.

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The Open Heaven 18 October 2025 devotional for today is THE LORD.

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 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE LORD

MEMORISE:
Thus saith the LORD the maker thereof, the LORD that formed it, to establish it; the LORD is his name;
Jeremiah 33:2

READ: Isaiah 42:5-8:
5 Thus saith God the LORD, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein:
6 I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles;
7 To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoners from the prison, and them that sit in darknessout of the prison house.
8 I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 18 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Who is a lord? A lord is someone you are required to submit to. A lord is someone you do not say ‘no’ to. When people go to court, they address the judge as ‘my lord.’ Nobody in their right senses will dare argue with a judge after a verdict has been given in a law court. The only thing people can do if they don’t like a verdict is to appeal to a higher court. However, to argue with a judge, whom they address as ‘my lord’ in court, is unthinkable.

When a fellow surrenders his or her life to Jesus Christ, He not only becomes the fellow’s saviour, He also becomes his or her Lord. As your Lord, Jesus is in control of your life. He determines what you do, where you go, and how you must behave. You don’t have the liberty to speak anyhow again because He is now your Lord.

For instance, you cannot spend your money the way you like because you are no longer your own. When you understand the Lordship of Jesus and submit to Him as your Lord, you will enjoy the countless benefits of having Him as your Lord.

I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. Psalm 16:8-9

In the Scripture above, David knew God as his Lord and submitted to Him. He knew he was no longer in control of his life, so he was always setting the Lord before him. When you set the Lord before you in all you do, He will make sure nothing harms you; He will defend, protect, and preserve you. This Lord is the Lord of hosts, and He has all forces in heaven, on earth, and under the earth at His disposal. To submit to Him is to have everything He owns at your disposal.

The portion of Jacob is not like them; for he is the former of all things: and Israel is the rod of his inheritance: the LORD of hosts is his name. Jeremiah 51:19

Beloved, have you surrendered your life completely to Jesus Christ? Do you know Him as your Lord? Your success in life lies in knowing and submitting to God as Lord of all in your life.

REFLECTION

Is Jesus Christ the Lord of your life?

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Mark 12-13

HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD.

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 18 OCTOBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Jeremiah 33:2
“Thus saith the LORD the maker thereof, the LORD that formed it, to establish it; the LORD is his name.”
This verse is a powerful declaration of God’s sovereign identity as the Creator (maker), the Designer (formed it), and the Sustainer (to establish it). It is a reminder that the One who calls you to submission is the all-powerful Architect of all existence.

BIBLE READING: Isaiah 42:5-8
This passage unveils the majesty and purpose of the Lord:
v. 5: He is the Creator of the heavens and earth and the Giver of life and spirit.
v. 6: He calls His people in righteousness and holds them by the hand.
v. 8: “I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another…”
His Lordship is rooted in His unique, unparalleled glory and holiness.

The Supreme Lordship of Christ

Pastor E.A. Adeboye presents a foundational truth of the Christian faith: salvation is not merely an event but an exchange of ownership. When we surrender to Christ, we are not just accepting a Savior from sin; we are welcoming a Lord over our lives. His Lordship is the key to unlocking a life of divine protection, purpose, and provision.

What Does It Mean For Jesus To Be Lord?

• Absolute Authority: A lord, as illustrated by the courtroom judge, is one whose word is final. To call Jesus “Lord” is to relinquish your right to self-governance and to acknowledge His ultimate authority over every decision, action, and word (Luke 6:46).
• Total Submission: It means you no longer have the liberty to speak, spend, or live “anyhow.” Every area of your life—your finances, relationships, career, and speech—comes under His jurisdiction and command.
• Unquestioning Obedience: The only proper response to a lord’s command is obedience. Arguing or negotiating is “unthinkable.” The option, if any, is not disobedience but an appeal through prayer for deeper understanding.

The Benefits of Submitting to His Lordship

1. Unshakable Stability (Psalm 16:8-9):
When you “set the LORD always before you” (acknowledge His Lordship in every situation), you position yourself at His right hand—the place of power and favor. The result is that you “shall not be moved” by the storms of life. Your heart finds gladness and your soul finds rest.

2. Divine Protection and Defense:
The Lord is the “LORD of hosts” (Jeremiah 51:19)—the Commander of all heavenly armies. Submitting to Him means all the forces of heaven are mobilized for your defense, protection, and preservation. You are under the guardianship of Omnipotence.

3. Access to His Unlimited Resources:
To be yoked to the Lord of all is to have everything He owns at your disposal. His wisdom, power, and provision become available to you as you align your will with His.

The Critical Question of Surrender

The devotional ends with two piercing questions that every believer must answer:

1. “Have you surrendered your life completely to Jesus Christ?” This is about totality. Is there any area you are still withholding from His control?
2. “Do you know Him as your Lord?” This is about intimacy and revelation. It is possible to acknowledge His Lordship theologically without experiencing it practically.

Warning: The Danger of a Partial Surrender

To call Jesus “Savior” but refuse Him as “Lord” is to live in contradiction and rob oneself of the benefits of His full dominion. It is to remain on the throne of your own life, thereby choosing instability and vulnerability over the secure rest found in His Lordship.

Conclusion: The Place of Ultimate Safety

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, I acknowledge You today not only as my Savior but as my Lord. I repent of every area of my life where I have withheld authority from You. From this day forward, I surrender completely. You have the final say over my finances, my relationships, my career, and my words. I set You always before me. Take Your rightful place on the throne of my heart and establish me in Your perfect will. Thank you for being my Lord. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Conduct a Lordship Audit: Identify one specific area of your life (e.g., finances, a relationship, a habit) where you have not fully submitted to Christ’s authority. Surrender it today.
2. Practice Obedience: The next time you feel a clear prompting from the Holy Spirit or Scripture, obey immediately without argument or delay.
3. Declare His Lordship: Begin each day by verbally affirming: “Jesus, You are my Lord today. I submit my will to Yours.”
4. Study His Names: Research the names of God (e.g., Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Nissi) to understand the multifaceted benefits of His Lordship.

Remember: Your success, security, and peace in life are directly tied to your submission to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. He is not a tyrant; He is a benevolent and all-wise Master. To be under His authority is to be in the place of ultimate safety and provision.

“I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.” (Psalm 16:8). This is the blessed life of the submitted heart.

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The Open Heaven 17 October 2025 devotional for today is WHOM TO MARRY.

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 17 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: WHOM TO MARRY

MEMORISE:
Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.
Matthew 7:20

READ: 2 Corinthians 6:14-16:
14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God;as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 17 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today’s Bible reading says that you should not be unequally yoked with unbelievers; hence, Christians should not get married to unbelievers. If Christians get themselves yoked in marriage with unbelievers, thinking they can change them, they are only deceiving themselves. People who refuse to change before marriage hardly ever change after marriage. It is also important to note that being nice or courteous is not the same thing as being born again.

As a child of God, you are standing on God, the Solid Rock. An unbeliever, on the other hand, is standing on miry clay. When you are standing on a rock, and you are holding somebody who is standing on miry clay, the chances are very high that the fellow standing on miry clay will cause you to either stumble or fall completely because he or she is standing on slippery ground. This is what happens with many believers who think they can change their unbelieving partners. Their partners will, more often than not, cause them to stumble and fall, and they might end up losing their faith in the process. The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 10:12: 46
‘…let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.”

Also, Christians who are not yet married should not marry people who stubbornly refuse to listen to corrections and make necessary changes in their actions or behaviours.

The Bible says in Proverbs 15:32:
“He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.” If you are a Christian who is not yet married, don’t marry someone who doesn’t have an authority figure that he or she listens and submits to. Anyone who does not listen to anybody or submit to anyone will not listen to you either.

Also, it is not advisable for a believer to marry an immature Christian. It is better for a believer to marry someone who has attained a level of spiritual maturity and is constantly growing so they can sharpen each other.

Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Proverbs 27:17

If you are not yet married, do not marry a carnal Christian because such a fellow’s attachment to the things of the world rather than spiritual things can also cause you to stumble and fall.

Beloved, marrying the right person is like experiencing heaven on earth. However, if a fellow marries the wrong person, he or she will experience hell on earth.

KEY POINT

Christians who are not yet married should be careful of whom they marry.

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MEMORISE: Matthew 7:20
“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.”
This is the ultimate litmus test for any relationship, especially marriage. It instructs us to look beyond mere words or appearances and to make discerning judgments based on the consistent evidence of a person’s character, lifestyle, and spiritual state.

BIBLE READING: 2 Corinthians 6:14-16
This passage contains a non-negotiable divine command and its logical reasoning:
v. 14: The Command: “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers…”
v. 14-15: The Reasoning: There is no fellowship, communion, agreement, or part between righteousness and unrighteousness, light and darkness, Christ and Belial.
v. 16: The Core Issue: “And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God…” Your body is a temple; do not unite it with an idolater.

The Sacred Imperative of a Godly Marriage

Pastor E.A. Adeboye delivers a critical, practical, and spiritually vital message on the most important human relationship: marriage. This teaching is a safeguard against a lifetime of regret and spiritual compromise, emphasizing that marriage is not just a social contract but a spiritual covenant that must be built on a shared foundation of faith.

The Danger of Being Unequally Yoked

• A Fundamental Misalignment: A believer is standing on the Solid Rock (Christ); an unbeliever is standing on miry clay (the world). Any attempt to join them creates a dangerous imbalance where the one on unstable ground will inevitably pull the other down (1 Corinthians 10:12).
• The Illusion of Change: The hope of converting a spouse after marriage is a dangerous deception. People rarely change core beliefs after marriage; in fact, the pressures of marriage often intensify pre-existing traits.
• The Confusion of Traits: Niceness, courtesy, financial stability, or attractiveness are not fruits of the Spirit. They are personality traits that can exist independently of a born-again spirit. Do not mistake common grace for saving grace.

The Profile of the Wrong Spouse

Beyond just an unbeliever, the devotional warns against marrying:

1. The Uncorrectable: Someone who “refuseth instruction” (Proverbs 15:32). This is a person characterized by pride and an inability to submit to authority. If they won’t listen to anyone else, they will not listen to you.
2. The Unsubmissive: A person with no spiritual authority figure in their life. This indicates a rebellious heart that will resist God-ordained order in the home.
3. The Immature Christian: A believer who is stagnant, carnal, and more attached to the world than to spiritual things. This person cannot sharpen you (Proverbs 27:17); they will only dull your spiritual edge and become a burden rather than a helper.

The Biblical Standard for the Right Spouse

The right partner is one who:

• Is a Genuine Believer: This is the absolute baseline, non-negotiable requirement.
• Bears Good Fruit (Matthew 7:20): Their life consistently exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
• Is Spiritually Mature and Growing: They are actively pursuing a deeper relationship with Christ, are accountable to spiritual authority, and are committed to their local church.
• Accepts Correction: They have a humble and teachable spirit, understanding that reproof is a path to understanding (Proverbs 15:32).

The Consequences of Disobedience

• Spiritual Compromise: Constant tension between your faith and your spouse’s worldview.
• Emotional Torment: A deep sense of being alone in your most important relationship.
• “Hell on Earth”: A life of strife, regret, and spiritual defeat instead of the “heaven on earth” God intends for a godly marriage.

Conclusion: Choose Wisely, Pray Diligently

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, thank You for Your clear instruction on marriage. Give me the discernment to recognize the right person by their fruit. Guard my heart from deception and emotional compromise. I commit my future spouse to You. Prepare me to be a godly partner and lead me to someone who is firmly standing on the Solid Rock, growing in spiritual maturity, and with whom I can build a covenant that glorifies You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Make a List: Based on this devotional, write down the non-negotiable biblical qualities you require in a spouse.
2. Seek Counsel: Involve your spiritual leaders and mature believers in your decision-making process. Do not rely solely on your emotions.
3. Observe Fruit: In any relationship, prioritize observing character and spiritual maturity over feelings and external attributes.
4. Trust God’s Timing: It is infinitely better to wait on God for the right person than to rush into a covenant with the wrong one.

Remember: Marriage is a lifetime covenant, not a temporary experiment. Your choice of a spouse is one of the most significant decisions you will ever make, with eternal consequences. Let God’s Word, not your emotions, be your guide.

“Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers…” (2 Corinthians 6:14). This is not a suggestion; it is a command for your protection and prosperity.

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