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The Open Heaven 2 August 2025 devotional for today is THE FOOLISHNESS OF SIN.

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 2 AUGUST 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE FOOLISHNESS OF SIN

MEMORISE:

Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
Proverbs 14:34

READ: Joshua 7:1-26

1 But the children of Israel committed a trespass in the accursed thing: for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took of the accursed thing: and the anger of the Lord was kindled against the children of Israel.
2 And Joshua sent men from Jericho to Ai, which is beside Bethaven, on the east of Bethel, and spake unto them, saying, Go up and view the country. And the men went up and viewed Ai.
3 And they returned to Joshua, and said unto him, Let not all the people go up; but let about two or three thousand men go up and smite Ai; and make not all the people to labour thither; for they are but few.
4 So there went up thither of the people about three thousand men: and they fled before the men of Ai.
5 And the men of Ai smote of them about thirty and six men: for they chased them from before the gate even unto Shebarim, and smote them in the going down: wherefore the hearts of the people melted, and became as water.

6 And Joshua rent his clothes, and fell to the earth upon his face before the ark of the Lord until the eventide, he and the elders of Israel, and put dust upon their heads.
7 And Joshua said, Alas, O Lord God, wherefore hast thou at all brought this people over Jordan, to deliver us into the hand of the Amorites, to destroy us? would to God we had been content, and dwelt on the other side Jordan!
8 O Lord, what shall I say, when Israel turneth their backs before their enemies!
9 For the Canaanites and all the inhabitants of the land shall hear of it, and shall environ us round, and cut off our name from the earth: and what wilt thou do unto thy great name?
10 And the Lord said unto Joshua, Get thee up; wherefore liest thou thus upon thy face?

11 Israel hath sinned, and they have also transgressed my covenant which I commanded them: for they have even taken of the accursed thing, and have also stolen, and dissembled also, and they have put it even among their own stuff.
12 Therefore the children of Israel could not stand before their enemies, but turned their backs before their enemies, because they were accursed: neither will I be with you any more, except ye destroy the accursed from among you.
13 Up, sanctify the people, and say, Sanctify yourselves against to morrow: for thus saith the Lord God of Israel, There is an accursed thing in the midst of thee, O Israel: thou canst not stand before thine enemies, until ye take away the accursed thing from among you.
14 In the morning therefore ye shall be brought according to your tribes: and it shall be, that the tribe which the Lord taketh shall come according to the families thereof; and the family which the Lord shall take shall come by households; and the household which the Lord shall take shall come man by man.
15 And it shall be, that he that is taken with the accursed thing shall be burnt with fire, he and all that he hath: because he hath transgressed the covenant of the Lord, and because he hath wrought folly in Israel.

16 So Joshua rose up early in the morning, and brought Israel by their tribes; and the tribe of Judah was taken:
17 And he brought the family of Judah; and he took the family of the Zarhites: and he brought the family of the Zarhites man by man; and Zabdi was taken:
18 And he brought his household man by man; and Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, was taken.
19 And Joshua said unto Achan, My son, give, I pray thee, glory to the LordGod of Israel, and make confession unto him; and tell me now what thou hast done; hide it not from me.
20 And Achan answered Joshua, and said, Indeed I have sinned against the Lord God of Israel, and thus and thus have I done:

21 When I saw among the spoils a goodly Babylonish garment, and two hundred shekels of silver, and a wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight, then I coveted them, and took them; and, behold, they are hid in the earth in the midst of my tent, and the silver under it.
22 So Joshua sent messengers, and they ran unto the tent; and, behold, it was hid in his tent, and the silver under it.
23 And they took them out of the midst of the tent, and brought them unto Joshua, and unto all the children of Israel, and laid them out before the Lord.
24 And Joshua, and all Israel with him, took Achan the son of Zerah, and the silver, and the garment, and the wedge of gold, and his sons, and his daughters, and his oxen, and his asses, and his sheep, and his tent, and all that he had: and they brought them unto the valley of Achor.
25 And Joshua said, Why hast thou troubled us? the Lord shall trouble thee this day. And all Israel stoned him with stones, and burned them with fire, after they had stoned them with stones.
26 And they raised over him a great heap of stones unto this day. So the Lord turned from the fierceness of his anger. Wherefore the name of that place was called, The valley of Achor, unto this day.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 AUGUST 2024 TODAY MESSAGE

Before I became a Christian, I thought I was clever. I had become a university lecturer, so l thought I knew quite a bit. I was also a sportsman, but I was often down with malaria.

I was earning a good salary as a lecturer, and because I was afraid of the traffic in Lagos, I employed a driver. I would pay him his salary at the beginning of the month, but by the middle of the month, I would be borrowing money from him to buy fuel. Things were hard because Isaiah 3:11 says that God has ordained hardship for sinners. I am sure that if you go through the medical records at the University of Lagos Health Centre, you’ll see how large my medical file was because I, my wife, and our children were always getting sick.

However, since I surrendered my life to God, I and my family have been healthy. By His grace, I have been healthy since 1973 to date.

I stopped wasting money when I stopped sinning. Before I became born again, you would find all sorts of alcoholic drinks in my house. Whenever my colleagues came visiting, they would say, “We can’t pass in front of the palace without saying hello to the king.” They actually came to drink because I was the king of alcohol. After I became born again, they would come, and if they requested alcoholic drinks, I would say, “I’m sorry, I don’t have that anymore; I only have soft drinks.” They would get offended, and little by little, all my old friends disappeared, and God replaced them with brothers and sisters in Christ. Once you start living a holy life, things will turn around for good in your life.

Sin always takes more than people bargain for. When Joshua led the Israelites to conquer Jericho, everything went smoothly because there was no sin in their camp. However, the moment Achan took the accursed thing, Israel started experiencing defeat. The little country of Ai dealt with them so much that they had to run from the battlefield (Joshua 7:1-4). Sin brings disgrace and dishonour to sinners.

Beloved, it is foolish to engage in sin. Keep God’s word in your heart so that you can overcome the temptations that surround you (Psalm 119:11) and flee from every appearance of sin and evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22). I pray that the Almighty God will give you the grace to overcome every temptation, in Jesus’ name.

PRAYER POINT:

Heavenly Father, please help me to live for You now and always, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 64-66

HYMN 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

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MEMORISE: Proverbs 14:34

“Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.”
This verse contrasts the elevating power of holiness with the destructive shame of sin. Righteousness isn’t just personal—it impacts communities and nations. Conversely, sin humiliates individuals and corrupts systems.

BIBLE READING: Joshua 7:1-26

This passage exposes the high cost of hidden sin:

• v.1: Achan’s disobedience defiled Israel.
• v.11-12: Sin broke covenant protection, inviting defeat.
• v.25-26: The consequence—death and a heap of stones as a warning.

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The High Price of Sin

Today’s devotional highlights three tragic effects of sin through personal testimony and biblical example:

1. Sin Wastes Resources (Isaiah 3:11)

• Before Christ: Daddy Adeboye’s salary vanished on alcohol, medical bills, and debt (borrowing from his driver).
• After Christ: Financial discipline replaced waste—sin’s drain stopped.
• Biblical Parallel: Achan’s stolen treasure (Joshua 7:21) became worthless—buried under judgment.

2. Sin Breaks Health (Psalm 107:17-20)

• Testimony: Frequent malaria and family sickness ended after salvation (1973 to date).
• Spiritual Principle: Sin opens doors to oppression (John 10:10a), but obedience invites divine health (Exodus 15:26).

3. Sin Corrupts Relationships (1 Corinthians 15:33)

• Old Life: “Friends” only came for alcohol—fellowship centered on sin.
• New Life: God replaced them with godly companions (Proverbs 13:20).

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How to Break Sin’s Grip

1. Surrender Fully (Romans 6:13)

• The Pastor Adeboye turnaround began with total commitment—no compromise on alcohol, friendships, or lifestyle.

2. Guard Your Heart (Psalm 119:11)

• Memorizing Scripture fortifies against temptation (Jesus’ model in Matthew 4:1-11).

3. Flee Immediately (1 Thessalonians 5:22)

• Achan’s mistake: He lingered near temptation (Joshua 7:21). Like Joseph, run (Genesis 39:12).

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Warning: Sin’s Deception (Hebrews 3:13)

• Achan’s Error: He thought no one would notice. But sin always:
  • Exposes (Numbers 32:23)
  • Destroys (James 1:15)
• Modern Application: “Little” sins (white lies, bitterness) erode spiritual covering.

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Prayer for Breakthrough

“Father, shatter every chain of sin in my life! Purge my heart like You purified Israel (Joshua 7:25-26). Replace my reproach with righteousness, my sickness with health, and my wasteful habits with divine order. Let Your Word be my shield (Proverbs 30:5), in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps

1. Inventory Check: Identify one area where sin still lingers (e.g., gossip, greed). Repent today.
2. Scripture Armor: Memorise Proverbs 14:34 and relevant scriptures. Recite it always and when tempted.
3. Holy Friendships: Distance from relationships that pull you into sin (Proverbs 27:17).

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Conclusion: Righteousness Pays (Romans 6:22)

The writer’s testimony proves: Obedience brings reversal—health, prosperity, and godly community. Like Israel after Ai’s defeat, repentance restores victory (Joshua 8:1).

“Sin will take you farther than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay, and cost you more than you want to pay. But righteousness? It exalts—today and forever.”

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The Open Heaven 1 August 2025 devotional for today is PRAYERS FOR YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD.

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 1 AUGUST 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: PRAYERS FOR YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

MEMORISE

Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
Galatians 6:2

READ: Romans 12:15-16

15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 1 AUGUST 2025 TODAY PRAYERS

1. Father, I thank You for my neighbourhood and everyone living in it. Thank You for Your continuous protection over us.
2. Father, please continue to protect my neighbourhood from danger. Let the plans of the enemy concerning us be destroyed, in Jesus’ name.
3. Father, please let Your will be done in this neighbourhood. Help us to continually live in peace and unity, in Jesus’ name.

4. Father, please help us to truly love You and one another in this neighbourhood. Please, let love reign among us, in Jesus’ name.
5. Father, please help the children in my neighbourhood to grow up into good citizens.
Help their parents and teachers to nurture them according to Your will, in Jesus’ name.
6. Father, please help all my neighbours who may be struggling financially, emotionally, mentally, maritally, and in any other area of their lives. Please send help to them today, in Jesus’ name.

7. Father, please make me and my neighbours a blessing to the nation and world at large. Give us people and resources that will benefit the community, country, and entire world.
8. Father, please shield my neighbourhood from disease outbreaks. Help us to be strong and healthy in our minds and bodies, in Jesus’ name.

9. Father, please help the government to implement policies that will bring advancement to my neighbourhood. May we have everything we need to live in peace, comfort, and prosperity, in Jesus’ name.
10. Father, please keep and protect all the vulnerable people in my neighbourhood – the old, orphaned, disabled, sick, and the like. Please, send the right people to help them, in Jesus’ name.

11. Father, please let a revival break out in my neighbourhood. Give the people who have not yet surrendered their lives to You an encounter; let souls be saved and the devil’s captives be liberated, in Jesus’ name.
12. Your personal prayer points for your neighbourhood.

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Isaiah 60-63

HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

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The Open Heaven 31 July 2025 devotional for today is THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY.

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 31 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY

MEMORISE:
For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the

LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
Psalms 84:11

READ: Psalms 91:1-16

1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.
3 Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.
4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day;

6 Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness; nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday.
7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee.
8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked.
9 Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation;
10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

11 For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
12 They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.
13 Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.
14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.
15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him.
16 With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 31 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

There is something very interesting about shadows; there can be no shadows except there is light. If everywhere is totally dark, there will be no shadows.

Malachi 4:2 calls Jesus the Sun of righteousness. If you read John 5:2-9, you will see the story of a man who had been sick for 38 years and had been forsaken by everybody.

All of a sudden, while he lay helplessly on the ground, a shadow was cast over him. When he lifted up his eyes, he saw the Sun of righteousness. Not long after, he was on his feet and was found in the temple (John 5:14).

The madman of Gadara became free from demonic oppression when he encountered the Sun of righteousness (Mark 5:1-15). The woman with the issue of blood didn’t have any hope of healing and restoration until she came under the shadow of the Almighty. Her twelve years of pain, disappointment, and sorrow ended the moment she encountered the Sun of righteousness (Mark 5:25-34).

In today’s memory verse, David described God as a sun and a shield. As the Sun, He drives away every darkness from your life and gives you victory and wholeness, and as the Shield, He protects you from all evil and preserves your soul. 

David experienced God as his sun and shield when he was running from Saul. No wonder he said in Psalm 37:40 that God will help and deliver His people from the wicked because they trust in Him. Only those who dwell in the secret place of the Most High can abide under the shadow of the Almighty and boast of this kind of deliverance (Psalm 91:1).

The secret place of the Most High is a place for intimate conversations with Him; it is a place where you can build intimacy with Him. Also, in His secret place, He reveals mysteries to overcome the enemy. Elisha knew the secret conversations of the king of Syria because he had an intimate relationship with God (2 Kings 6:8-12). If you want to abide under Christ’s shadow, then you have to dwell in His secret place.

Beloved, are you dwelling in the secret place of the Most High? Only those who live a holy life and prioritise spending quality time with God can dwell there. Sinners cannot dwell in the secret place; therefore, if you’re not yet born again or you’re still toying with sin, repent now and come under the shadow of the Almighty.

OPEN HEAVEN 31 JULY 2025 PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to dwell in Your secret place so that I can abide under Your shadow.

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Isaiah 57-59

HYMN 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

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MEMORISE: Psalms 84:11

“For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will He withhold from them that walk uprightly.”

This powerful verse reveals God’s dual nature as both illuminator (sun) and protector (shield). It promises that those who walk in intimacy with Him will experience both His radiant favor and impenetrable covering.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 91:1-16

This psalm outlines the benefits of dwelling in God’s secret place:

• v.1: Divine shadow = supernatural covering
• v.4: His faithfulness = shield and buckler
• v.14-16: Sevenfold promises for those who know His name

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The Power of Divine Shadow

The devotional uses three biblical encounters to demonstrate how Christ, as the Sun of Righteousness, brings light to darkness and shelter to the vulnerable.

1. The Nature of Divine Shadow

• Requires Light (Malachi 4:2):
  • Just as physical shadows need light, spiritual covering flows from Christ’s presence
• Dual Function:
  1. As the Sun:
     • Exposes and destroys darkness (John 1:5)
     • Heals and restores (John 5:8-9)
  2. As the Shield:
     • Blocks enemy attacks (Psalm 3:3)
     • Preserves destiny (Psalm 121:7)

2. Biblical Encounters With God’s Shadow

Character	Situation	Result of Divine Shadow
38-Year Invalid (John 5)	Lifelong sickness, abandoned	Instant healing, temple restoration
Gadarene Demoniac (Mark 5)	Bound by Legion	Total freedom, evangelistic calling
Woman With Issue (Mark 5)	12 years of bleeding	Healing, social reinstatement

3. Accessing the Secret Place (Psalm 91:1)

• Requirements:
  1. Salvation: Sinners cannot dwell there (Isaiah 59:2)
  2. Holiness: “Clean hands, pure heart” (Psalm 24:3-4)
  3. Intimacy: “Abide in Me” (John 15:4)
• Rewards:
  • Revelation (2 Kings 6:12)
  • Protection (Psalm 91:5-7)
  • Provision (Psalm 91:16)

4. David’s Testimony (Psalm 37:40)

• Shadow in Crisis:
  • While fleeing Saul, God was his sun (guidance) and shield (protection)
• Key to Deliverance: “Because they trust in Him”

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How to Dwell in God’s Secret Place

1. Daily Communion:
   • Start mornings with worship + Word (Exodus 34:2)
2. Lifestyle of Repentance:
   • Keep short accounts with God (1 John 1:9)
3. Obedience to Promptings:
   • Like Elisha, act on divine revelations (2 Kings 6:9)
4. Praise Warfare:
   • Praise disperses darkness (Acts 16:25-26)

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Warning: Don’t Play at the Doorstep

• Partial Commitment Risks Exposure:
  • Like Lot’s wife (Genesis 19:26), lingering near sin invites disaster
• Cultural Christianity Isn’t Enough:
  • Many visit God’s presence; few dwell there (Psalm 15:1)

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Conclusion: Your Place of Ultimate Safety

Pray this:
“Sun of Righteousness, arise over my life with healing and light! Shield me from every evil plot. Draw me deeper into Your secret place until Your shadow becomes my permanent address, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Identify “shadowless areas” in your life—where are you exposed to attacks?
2. Fast 1 day weekly to strengthen your secret place access
3. Study Psalm 91 aloud daily for 30 days—let it rewrite your spiritual DNA

Remember: In His shadow, storms may rage—but they cannot reach you.

“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”(Psalm 91:1). Dwell deep!

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The Open Heaven 30 July 2025 devotional for today is THE ALL-SUFFICIENT 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 30 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE ALL-SUFFICIENT GOD

MEMORISE:
And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:
2 Corinthians 9:8

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 30 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

The first record of God introducing Himself in person to man by His name was in Genesis 17:1, and He said, “I am Jehovah El-Shaddai.” This is often interpreted as ‘The God who is more than enough:

However, some Bible scholars have said there is a deeper meaning to the name as it also describes God as an inexhaustible source for our nurturing. This implies that God is saying, “You can draw everything you need for growth and a fulfilling life from Me.”

My God is the All-sufficient One. David said in Psalm 23:1, “The LORD is my Shepherd; I shall not want.” Philippians 4:19 says that God will supply ALL your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. The Bible says further in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” These and many more Scriptures give me the assurance that if I am linked with the All-sufficient One, it is impossible for me to lack.

God daily loads us with benefits (Psalm 68:19) – He gives us benefits every single day! When He wants to supply your needs for a day, He can use various methods. 

In 1956, I was living with an uncle in llesha, a town in Western Nigeria. He was a drummer whose only source of income was whenever people invited him to play the drum. When he doesn’t receive any invitations, no money comes in, and we will starve. 

On a particular day, both of us were hungry, and we hoped that somebody would come and invite him to drum. After a while, a girl came to us with a big bowl on her head, dropped it, and said, “My sister said I should give you this food.” My uncle said, “I don’t know your sister.” The girl replied, “Well, my sister knows you,” and she turned around and left. 

Immediately after she left, we opened the bowl and found pounded yam and chicken stew in it. We had been starving, so we descended on the food without delay. As we were breaking the chicken bones, the girl came back and said, “I’m sorry, I came to the wrong house,” but it was too late.

When God wants to supply your needs, He can divert blessings that do not seem to be yours to you.

Beloved, never worry about your needs. Trust and obey the All-Sufficient One, and you will always have all you need and more.

OPEN HEAVEN 30 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

God is inexhaustible; stay connected to Him.

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Isaiah 53-56

HYMN 35:’ TIS SO SWEET TO TRUST IN JESUS

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MEMORISE: 2 Corinthians 9:8

“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.”

This verse reveals God’s nature as Jehovah Jireh—the Provider whose resources never run dry. It promises not just survival, but supernatural abundance for those connected to Him.

BIBLE READING: Psalms 23:1-6

David’s shepherd psalm unveils seven dimensions of divine sufficiency:

1. Provision (v.1)
2. Rest (v.2)
3. Restoration (v.3)
4. Guidance (v.3)
5. Protection (v.4)
6. Favor (v.5)
7. Eternal Security (v.6)

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The Depths of God’s All-Sufficiency

The devotional explores El-Shaddai’s multifaceted provision through Scripture and Pastor Adeboye’s personal testimony of divinely redirected provision.

1. The Meaning of El-Shaddai

• Traditional View: “God Almighty” (Genesis 17:1)
• Deeper Hebrew Insight:
  • “Shad” = breast → nurturing sustainer
  • “Dai” = enough → inexhaustible source
• Practical Implications:
  • God doesn’t just meet needs—He mothers our destiny with constant supply

2. Biblical Proofs of Divine Sufficiency

• David’s Confidence (Psalm 23:1):
  • “I shall not want” = zero lack in any area
• Paul’s Testimony (Philippians 4:19):
  • Supply comes from heaven’s riches, not earth’s economy
• Jesus’ Assurance (Matthew 6:31-33):
  • Seek God’s kingdom first → necessities added automatically

3. The “Wrong House” Miracle

Pastor Adeboye’s childhood story demonstrates four kingdom provision principles:

1. Unexpected Channels:
   • God used a mistaken delivery to feed them (Isaiah 55:8-9)
2. Perfect Timing:
   • Food arrived at starvation point (Psalm 37:19)
3. Supernatural Covering:
   • The girl’s “wrong house” was God’s right address for supply
4. Divine Humor:
   • Bones were already cracked when the error was discovered—Heaven’s “no takebacks” policy

4. How to Access El-Shaddai’s Supply

1. Know His Names:
   • Study Jehovah Jireh, El-Shaddai, etc. to understand His nature
2. Practice Radical Trust:
   • Like the widow with Elijah (1 Kings 17:13-16), give first in scarcity
3. Expect Creative Miracles:
   • Watch for ravens (1 Kings 17:6), angels (Genesis 21:17), or “wrong deliveries”
4. Testify Continually:
   • Your praise activates more supply (Acts 16:25-26)

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Warning Against Self-Sufficiency

• Martha’s Mistake (Luke 10:40-42):
  • Prioritized natural hustle over spiritual posture
• The Rich Fool (Luke 12:16-21):
  • Trusted barns more than God

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Conclusion: Your Never-Ending Supply

Pray this:
“El-Shaddai, I plug into Your inexhaustible breast today! Nurture my destiny, cancel every lack, and surprise me with creative supply. Let my life showcase Your all-sufficiency, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Memorize 2 Corinthians 9:8—confess it when needs arise
2. Keep a “Wrong House Miracle” journal to record unexpected provisions
3. Bless someone in need—you become a conduit of El-Shaddai’s flow

Remember: If He fed you through a ‘mistake,’ what more will He do through His intentional blessings? Your pounded yam and chicken stew are on the way!

“They that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.” (Psalm 34:10). Stay connected to the All-Sufficient One!

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The Open Heaven 29 July 2025 devotional for today is YOUR FUTURE.

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 29 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR FUTURE

MEMORISE:
But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Proverbs 4:18

READ: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

16 Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.
17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 29 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Over the past two days, I discussed the relationship between your past and present.

Today, I will conclude the series by discussing about your future and how your present will impact it.

As a believer, your future is secure because only God controls the past, the present, and the future – He is Alpha and Omega. This is why Colossians 1:27 says, “
… Christ in you, the hope of glory:”

Furthermore, Isaiah 3:10 says,
“Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him…” These are promises from God, assuring you that your future will be alright.

Your future can be categorised into two: your future on earth and your future in eternity. If you’re a genuine Christian, you shouldn’t worry about tomorrow because God has promised to take care of you here on earth.

In John 14:13, Jesus said that if you ask anything in His name, it will be given to you. He said in Matthew 7:9-11 that even in our wicked state, we humans would never give our children stones when they ask for bread, so how would we not expect Him to give us every good thing that we ask Him for? As long as you are His child, God has promised that you will lack no good thing here on earth.

God has also promised to take care of you when you leave the earth. In John 14:1-3, Jesus said:

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.

As a genuine child of God, when you leave this world, a mansion in a city made of pure gold is waiting for you in heaven (Revelation 21:18).

Beloved, if you haven’t given your life to Jesus Christ, you are in the kingdom of darkness, and you are courting double jeopardy. On earth, satan will have the right to make a mess of you because you belong to his kingdom, and in eternity, you will be in the lake of fire, far away from God, who is the source of all peace, joy, and light. 

If you haven’t given your life to Jesus, turn to Him right now because, outside Him, your future will be terrible (Isaiah 3:11).

OPEN HEAVEN 29 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

If you are in Christ and you remain in Him, your future is blessed.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 50-52

HYMN 5: BLESSED ASSURANCE

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 29 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Proverbs 4:18

“But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.”

This verse paints a breathtaking picture of the believer’s future—not a flickering candle, but an ever-increasing radiance that culminates in eternal brilliance.

BIBLE READING: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Paul’s revelation about new creation realities confirms:

• v.17: Your past no longer defines you—Christ’s resurrection power rewrites your future
• v.16: Earthly perspectives fade as we embrace kingdom vision

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The Believer’s Double-Blessed Future

The devotional concludes with a triumphant declaration: In Christ, your earthly and eternal futures are secured by divine covenant.

1. Your Earthly Future: Guaranteed Provision

• The Father’s Promise (Matthew 7:9-11):
  • If imperfect parents give good gifts, how much more will your perfect Father?
  • “No good thing will He withhold…” (Psalm 84:11)
• Access Key:“Ask in My name” (John 14:13)
  • Not a blank check for greed, but kingdom-aligned petitions (James 4:3)

2. Your Eternal Future: Prepared Mansions

• Jesus’ Personal Project (John 14:2-3):
  • He’s actively preparing your heavenly dwelling
  • Materials: transparent gold, divine architecture (Revelation 21:18-21)
• Present Implications:
  • Live with eternal perspective (Colossians 3:1-2)
  • Let earthly trials fuel heavenly anticipation (2 Corinthians 4:17)

3. The Non-Believer’s Tragic Trajectory

• Double Jeopardy:
  1. Earthly Torment: Satan’s legal rights over the unsaved (Acts 26:18)
  2. Eternal Fire: Separation from God’s goodness (Revelation 21:8)
• Urgent Invitation:
  • “Today is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2)

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How to Walk Into Your Glorious Future

1. Daily Confession:
   • “My path grows brighter—I’m headed for my perfect day!” (Proverbs 4:18)
2. Kingdom Prioritization:
   • Seek God’s agenda first (Matthew 6:33)—earthly needs follow
3. Eternal Mindset:
   • Invest in what lasts forever (souls, godly character)

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Warning Against Presumption

• False Assurance:
  • Not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” enters heaven (Matthew 7:21)
  • True believers bear fruit (John 15:8)
• Carnal Christianity:
  • Living like the world while claiming Christ risks “I never knew you” (Matthew 7:23)

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Conclusion: Your Best Days Are Ahead

Pray this:
“Jesus, thank You for securing my earthly and eternal future. Help me walk worthy of my calling, knowing my brightest days—here and hereafter—are guaranteed in You. Use me to rescue others from darkness today!”

Action Steps:

1. Write your heavenly resume—list eternal investments (souls won, prayers prayed)
2. Share John 14:1-3 with one unsaved person this week
3. Live light-filled—let your hope shine (Matthew 5:16)

Remember: In Christ, your future isn’t left to chance—it’s crafted by covenant. Walk boldly into your double-blessed destiny!

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” (Jeremiah 29:11). Your expected end is glorious!

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The Open Heaven 28 July 2025 devotional for today is YOUR PRESENT.

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 28 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR PRESENT

MEMORISE:
See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
Ephesians 5:15

READ: Genesis 25:27-34

27 And the boys grew: and Esau was a cunning hunter, a man of the field; and Jacob was a plain man, dwelling in tents.
28 And Isaac loved Esau, because he did eat of his venison: but Rebekah loved Jacob.
29 And Jacob sod pottage: and Esau came from the field, and he was faint:
30 And Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red pottage; for I am faint: therefore was his name called Edom.

31 And Jacob said, Sell me this day thy birthright.
32 And Esau said, Behold, I am at the point to die: and what profit shall this birthright do to me?
33 And Jacob said, Swear to me this day; and he sware unto him: and he sold his birthright unto Jacob.
34 Then Jacob gave Esau bread and pottage of lentiles; and he did eat and drink, and rose up, and went his way: thus Esau despised his birthright.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 28 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today can be regarded as tomorrow’s past. Just as your past experiences and choices gave birth to your present, the experiences and choices of today will give birth to your tomorrow. Therefore, you must be mindful of how you live your life today to birth a great future for yourself. 

Ephesians 5:15-16 tells us that we should walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time because the days are evil. 

In the next verse, the Bible tells us what it means to walk circumspectly.
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
Ephesians 5:17

To walk circumspectly is to walk in wisdom. It is to allow God’s wisdom to fill your heart so you can have a deep understanding of what God’s will is and do it.

Esau is an example of someone in the Bible who didn’t walk in wisdom, and this affected his future negatively. He was the firstborn son of Isaac and Rebecca, and as the firstborn, he was entitled to his father’s blessing. 

His future was looking very bright until one day when he went to the field to hunt for meat. He returned home hungry and met his brother, Jacob, cooking. Esau allowed his hunger to becloud his reasoning and accepted Jacob’s offer to trade his birthright for a plate of food, as we see in today’s Bible reading. 

He didn’t know that the birthright he carelessly sold was tied to the blessing that was waiting for him in the future. Because he despised his birthright, the blessing fled from him. 

You must live in such a way that you don’t eat your tomorrow today. Don’t be like Esau, who couldn’t see beyond his immediate want and allowed a temporary hunger to cause him to lose a permanent blessing.

Another fellow who didn’t walk in wisdom and allowed his foolish actions to destroy his future was Reuben. Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob, and as the firstborn, he had every right to inherit the blessing. However, he was unwise, and he slept with his father’s concubine. He allowed his temporary desire to cheat him and his descendants of the great blessing he should have inherited. When his father was about to die, instead of receiving blessings, he and his descendants inherited curses (Genesis 49:3-4).

Beloved, choose to walk in wisdom by living strictly according to the word of God at all times so that you and your children can reap good fruits in the future.

OPEN HEAVEN 28 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

Your actions today will determine the outcome of your life and that of your descendants tomorrow. Live wisely.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 47-49

HYMN 33: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH!

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 28 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Ephesians 5:15

“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise.”

This verse serves as a divine warning and invitation—a call to live with spiritual alertness, recognizing that every present action carries eternal consequences.

BIBLE READING: Genesis 25:27-34

The tragic story of Esau trading his birthright for stew illustrates:

• v.32: “Behold, I am at the point to die: and what profit shall this birthright do to me?” → Shortsightedness
• v.34: “Thus Esau despised his birthright” → Spiritual recklessness

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The Weight of Today’s Choices on Tomorrow’s Destiny

The devotional contrasts two foolish biblical figures (Esau and Reuben) to teach us how present decisions shape future realities.

1. The Folly of Esau: Trading Eternity for Temporality

• His Mistake:
  • Prioritized immediate hunger over generational blessing
  • Underestimated the value of his birthright (which included covenant promises)
• Modern Parallels:
  • Trading sexual purity for momentary pleasure
  • Exchanging prayer time for social media scrolling
  • Selling integrity for quick money

2. The Failure of Reuben: Sacrificing Legacy for Lust

• His Error (Genesis 35:22; 49:3-4):
  • Allowed temporary desire to destroy his firstborn rights
  • His descendants (the tribe of Reuben) later became insignificant in Israel
• Contemporary Warnings:
  • Compromising morals for career advancement
  • Neglecting family for business success

3. Walking Circumspectly: A Blueprint for Wise Living

Paul’s command in Ephesians 5:15-17 reveals three pillars of wisdom:

A. Redeem the Time (v.16)

• Greek: “Exagorazó” = “to buy back, rescue from loss”
• Action Steps:
  • Audit your daily time expenditures
  • Replace time-wasters with eternal investments (prayer, Scripture, service)

B. Understand God’s Will (v.17)

• How to Discern:
  1. Study Scripture (Psalm 119:105)
  2. Pray for revelation (James 1:5)
  3. Seek godly counsel (Proverbs 11:14)

C. Avoid Foolish Choices

• Ask Before Acting:
  • “How will this affect my:
    • Relationship with God?
    • Family legacy?
    • Eternal rewards?”

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Practical Safeguards for Your Future

1. The 24-Hour Test:
   • Before major decisions, ask: “Will this matter in 24 years?”
2. The Legacy Lens:
   • View choices through your grandchildren’s future (Psalm 78:4-6)
3. The “Birthright” Audit:
   • Identify what’s truly valuable in your life (salvation, family, calling) and protect it fiercely

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Prophetic Declarations

• “I break every ‘Esau spirit’ of shortsightedness in my life!”
• “My hands reject temporary gains that sabotage eternal rewards!”
• “Like Joseph, I see future consequences in present choices (Genesis 39:9)!”

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Conclusion: Your Today is Your Tomorrow’s Architect

Pray this:
*”Father, give me the wisdom of Ephesians 5:15-17. Help me to recognize my ‘birthrights’ and guard them diligently. Let every choice I make today build a godly legacy, in Jesus’ name!”*

Action Steps:

1. Journal your “birthrights” (spiritual gifts, family blessings, divine callings)
2. Fast from one time-waster this week (e.g., TV, gossip)
3. Mentor someone younger—teach them to avoid Esau’s mistake

Remember: A fool lives for now; the wise build for eternity. Your today is writing your children’s history—write it well!

“The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.” (Proverbs 3:35). Choose wisdom!

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The Open Heaven 27 July 2025 devotional for today is YOUR PAST.

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 27 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR PAST

MEMORISE:
Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.
Isaiah 43:18-19

READ: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

9 And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow.
10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 27 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

The past can be regarded as the mother of the present. Whatever you are going through today can be traced to the things that happened in the past. You might be going through some negative things now because of some of your past mistakes, but the good news is that the One who is called Alpha and Omega can clear out your negative past. He can wash off the mistakes of the past with His blood (1 John 1:7). 

This is why 2 Corinthians 5:17 says that if a man is in Christ, he is a new creature; old things have passed away, and behold, all things have become new.

No matter the events that have happened in your past, the moment you come to Jesus, He gives you a brand-new start. He enters into your past and rearranges everything to work for your good.

God doesn’t need a minute to travel into your past to correct anything. In Revelation 1:8, He says:

I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.

God is Alpha and Omega, and He can go back to the day of your naming ceremony, the day of your birth, or even the time before your birth to change things in your favour.

Some people have problems today because of the names they bear. Some of these people were given names to reflect the circumstances that surrounded them or their families at the time of their birth. 

For instance, if someone is named Esugbogo (meaning ‘satan is glorified’ in the Yoruba language), such a person cannot blame satan for tormenting him or her because the fellow’s name literally invites satan to glorify himself over the fellow.

Such people have very little that they can do about the things that happened before their birth or how they were named, but there’s someone who can go back to that time and change situations. God can go into your past to change things that don’t fit into His plans and purposes for you.

Beloved, God holds the key to your past. Cry out to Him today to change anything in your past that is contrary to His purpose for your life, as Jabez did in today’s Bible reading. 

I pray that my Father will remove every negative thing in your past that might be haunting your present and give you a brand-new beginning, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 27 JULY 2025 KEY POINT

God can remove anything from your past that doesn’t fit into His purpose for your life.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 44-46

HYMN 27: WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS

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MEMORISE: Isaiah 43:18-19

“Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.”

This powerful promise reveals God’s ability to rewrite history—not by erasing the past, but by redeeming it to create a glorious future.

BIBLE READING: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Jabez’s prayer model shows how to:

1. Acknowledge painful origins (“sorrowful birth”)
2. Petition God for reversal (“enlarge my coast”)
3. Experience divine override (“God granted him his request”)

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God’s Redemptive Power Over Your Past

The devotional unveils how Christ transforms generational baggage, mistakes, and negative foundations into launchpads for destiny.

1. How the Past Shapes the Present

• Negative Names:
  • Like “Esugbogo” (satan is glorified), some names:
    • Invite demonic oppression
    • Cement family curses
    • Define identity contrary to God’s plan
• Unconscious Influences:
  • Prenatal trauma
  • Ancestral covenants (Exodus 20:5)
  • Childhood wounds (Proverbs 22:6)

2. Christ’s Blood: The Ultimate Time Machine

• Instant Redemption (1 John 1:7):
  • Washes all past sins—no expiration date
• Retroactive Renaming:
  • God changed:
    • Abram (“exalted father”) → Abraham (“father of nations”)
    • Jacob (“deceiver”) → Israel (“prince with God”)
  • He can redefine your identity today

3. Practical Steps to Overcome the Past

1. Renounce Harmful Names/Titles
   • “I reject every name/tag that contradicts God’s purpose for me!”
2. Apply the Blood Retroactively
   • Pray: “Jesus, cleanse every negative event from [specific year/age].”
3. Receive a New Script
   • Study who God says you are (Ephesians 1:3-6)
4. Do a “Jabez Prayer” Daily
   • “Lord, overwrite my painful beginnings with Your glory!”

4. Biblical Examples of Past Redemption

• Rahab the Harlot (Joshua 6:25):
  • From brothel to Messiah’s lineage
• Manasseh the Idolater (2 Chronicles 33:13):
  • From child sacrifice to repentance
• Saul the Persecutor (Acts 9):
  • From murderer to apostle

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Warning: Don’t Romanticize the Past

• Israel’s Mistake (Numbers 11:5):
  • They longed for Egypt’s “good old days”—a slavery mentality
• Lot’s Wife (Genesis 19:26):
  • Her backward glance froze her in the past

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Prophetic Declarations

• “Every negative label from my past is erased by the blood of Jesus!”
• “My ‘Esugbogo’ name becomes ‘Emmanuel’—God with me!”
• “Where I’ve been wounded, I now carry testimonies (Psalm 126:5)!”

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Conclusion: Your Past is Pre-Redemption

Pray this:
“Alpha and Omega, enter my history today! Wash every stain with Your blood. Rename me according to Your purpose. Let my former pains become platforms for Your glory, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Write down 3 past events needing redemption—pray over them daily.
2. Legally change your name if it carries negative meanings.
3. Share your testimony—your freedom unlocks others’.

Remember: Your past was the devil’s preview—your future is God’s masterpiece!

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind… I press toward the mark.” (Philippians 3:13-14). Your new season starts now!

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The Open Heaven 26 July 2025 devotional for today is FREEDOM FROM GENERATIONAL CURSES II.

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 26 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: FREEDOM FROM GENERATIONAL CURSES II

MEMORISE:
And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
Isaiah 10:27

READ: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

17 Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.
18 But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 26 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today, I’ll conclude my discussion on generational curses and their impact. Such curses take root over several generations, and when anyone wants to remove them, they won’t go without a fight.

For instance, when Moses tried to deliver Israel from the hold of the Egyptians, Pharaoh was reluctant to let them go. God had to send ten plagues before he was forced to release them. Even after that, he and his army pursued them to take them back into bondage.

The Egyptians had tormented Israel for many generations – lasting 430 years (Exodus 12:40) – and they didn’t want to let them go. For Israel to finally be free, God had to wipe out Pharaoh’s soldiers (Exodus 14:27- 28). If there are any generational curses working against your destiny, I decree they are broken today, in Jesus’ name.

To be free from generational curses, people can go to genuine ministers of God, and they will cancel them. However, if they continue to live sinful lifestyles, the curses may come back.

Imagine if, after Israel was freed, they separated themselves from Moses, their link to God, the Egyptians would have recaptured them. The primary thing that is required for generational curses to be broken forever is that people remain close to God.

People can also break generational curses by themselves if they become really intimate with Christ. The literal meaning of today’s memory verse is that as you continually get filled with the Holy Spirit, you will grow in the spirit such that your neck will become too big for any demonic yoke to hold it.

After Jesus healed the man at the pool of Bethesda, He warned him not to return to sin so that something worse wouldn’t happen to him (John 5:14). Sin will always keep the door open for generational curses. You must live a holy life because the devil will return to check if he has legal grounds to torment you again (John 14:30).

You must also be willing to pray and fast diligently because certain demons only respond to prayer and fasting (Mark 9:29). You should also study your Bible diligently because it is the truth that makes you free (John 8:32), and do not forsake the fellowshipping of brethren because one can chase 1,000 but two can chase 10,000 (Hebrews 10:25, Deuteronomy 32:30). 

As you do these, no generational curse or any other curse will be able to affect you, your family, and every other thing that concerns you.

OPEN HEAVEN 26 JULY 2025 PRAYER POINT

Father, please deliver me and my family from generational curses or any other curses, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Isaiah 41-43

HYMN 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

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MEMORISE: Isaiah 10:27

“And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.”

This prophetic promise reveals that generational yokes don’t break by human effort alone—they shatter under the weight of divine anointing and consistent spiritual growth.

BIBLE READING: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

“Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. But we all… are changed into the same image from glory to glory…”

Paul connects freedom from bondage to two things:

1. The presence of the Holy Spirit (v.17)
2. Progressive spiritual transformation (v.18)

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Final Victory Over Generational Curses

The devotional concludes with critical strategies for permanent deliverance from ancestral strongholds:

1. Why Generational Curses Fight Back

• Long-Term Investment:
  • Like Egypt’s 430-year grip on Israel, demons invest centuries building family strongholds (Exodus 12:40).
  • They resist fiercely when challenged (Pharaoh’s pursuit – Exodus 14:9).
• Legal Grounds:
  • Unconfessed sins (Psalm 66:18)
  • Occult involvement (Deuteronomy 18:10-12)
  • Unforgiveness (Matthew 6:15)

2. Two Pathways to Freedom

A. Through Godly Ministers

• Authority Transfer:
  • As Moses broke Egypt’s yoke, anointed servants can cancel curses (Matthew 16:19).
• Danger of Relapse:
  • If delivered persons return to sin, demons regain access (John 5:14).

B. Through Personal Intimacy with Christ

• The “Big Neck” Principle (Isaiah 10:27):
  • As you grow spiritually (prayer, Word, holiness), your “neck” (spiritual stature) outgrows demonic yokes.
• Key Growth Areas:
  1. Prayer & Fasting (Mark 9:29) – For stubborn spirits
  2. Word Immersion (John 8:32) – Truth dismantles lies
  3. Holy Living (1 Peter 1:16) – Closes legal doors
  4. Christian Fellowship (Hebrews 10:25) – Collective authority

3. Maintaining Deliverance

• Stay Under Covering:
  • Israel stayed close to Moses (God’s representative).
  • Likewise, remain accountable to spiritual leaders.
• Renew Your Mind:
  • Replace “This is our family curse” with “I’m redeemed from the curse” (Galatians 3:13).
• Guard Your Gates:
  • Monitor what enters your:
    • Eyes (Media)
    • Ears (Conversations)
    • Mouth (Confessions)

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Prophetic Declarations

• *”Every 430-year curse over my life is broken today! Pharaoh’s army drowns in the Red Sea of Jesus’ blood!”*
• “My ‘neck’ of spiritual authority thickens—no yoke can fit me again!”
• “From today, my family line becomes a generational blessing (Genesis 12:2)!”

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Conclusion: Walk in Covenant Freedom

Pray this:
*”Father, I thank You for total deliverance through Christ. I renounce every sin giving curses legal rights. Fill me with Your Spirit until my life overflows with liberation power. Let my transformation from ‘glory to glory’ (2 Corinthians 3:18) become a curse-breaking testimony, in Jesus’ name!”*

Action Plan:

1. 21-Day Word Fast: Study curse-breaking scriptures daily (e.g., Deuteronomy 28, Galatians 3).
2. Anoint Your Home: Mark doors/windows with oil as a hedge of protection (Job 1:10).
3. Start a Deliverance Journal: Record every generational pattern broken.

Remember: You’re not just free—you’re freedom’s ambassador (2 Corinthians 5:20). Live like it!

“For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.” (1 John 3:8). The destroyer is destroyed—walk in your victory!

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The Open Heaven 25 July 2025 devotional for today is FREEDOM FROM GENERATIONAL CURSES 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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OPEN HEAVEN 25 JULY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: FREEDOM FROM GENERATIONAL CURSES I

MEMORISE:
If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
John 8:36

READ: Colossians 2:14-15

14 Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;
15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 25 JULY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Today, many people are suffering from generational curses. They struggle to succeed every day, but a powerful force seems to resist them. If this is your story, I decree your freedom today, in Jesus’ name.

If you notice certain negative patterns in your family that seem to be beyond anyone’s control, there is a possibility that a generational curse is in play. One thing about generational curses is that they are supervised by demons who have built a stronghold in that family. 

Because of how strong their hold is in the family, many members of the family ultimately give in to the curse. They see the effects of the curse as their lot, so they never try to fight against it. 

When Moses killed an Egyptian to save an Israelite, it was the same Israelites who condemned him and let the secret out. They had fallen in love with their oppressors even though they were suffering.

They even quarrelled with Moses in the wilderness many times for setting them free. They kept talking about the food in Egypt and even the graves (Numbers 11:5, Exodus 14:11).

Obviously, they had resolved to die in their negative situation; after all, it was in the same situation that their fathers died. The stronghold of the devil had eaten into their minds.

Beloved, if you have noticed a negative pattern in your family, please don’t settle into it as if it is normal. Don’t let those curses have a hold on your mind; be determined to break free from them. Your father, mother, and those older than you may have experienced it, but that doesn’t mean you must also experience it.

There was a young man who was 39 years old and was about to turn 40. He came to me for prayers and said that no male in his family had ever exceeded 40 years of age. He said he was the oldest male in the family, and now he was about to turn 40. He was afraid that he was going to die, and that was why he came to me.

We prayed, and he is still alive today, more than 30 years later. If he had not refused to become a victim of the generational curse in his family and had instead started preparing for his death, he would never have been liberated. If you have noticed any generational curses in your family, submit yourself to God today, resist the devil, and he will run far away from you (James 4:7).

OPEN HEAVEN 25 JULY 2025 REFLECTION

I take authority over my life, and I break every stronghold that the devil has over it today, in Jesus’ name.

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Isaiah 38-40

HYMN 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 25 JULY 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: John 8:36

“If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.”

This verse declares the complete and permanent liberation Christ offers—not just temporary relief, but total emancipation from every generational bondage.

BIBLE READING: Colossians 2:14-15

“Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us… and having spoiled principalities and powers, He made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it.”

Paul reveals that Christ canceled every legal claim of generational curses through His cross and publicly disarmed demonic forces that enforce them.

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Breaking Generational Curses: A Biblical Blueprint

The devotional exposes how generational strongholds operate and provides divine strategies for freedom:

1. Identifying Generational Curses

• Negative Family Patterns:
  • Examples:
    • Premature deaths (like the 39-year-old man)
    • Chronic poverty (Proverbs 3:33)
    • Addiction cycles
    • Repeated divorce/abandonment
• Demonic Supervision:
  • Curses are enforced by familiar spirits (Leviticus 19:31) that study family weaknesses

2. How Curses Gain Psychological Strongholds

• The Israelite Mindset (Exodus 14:11-12):
  • They romanticized slavery (“Egypt’s graves were better”)
  • Demonized deliverance (“Why did you bring us here to die?”)
• Modern Parallels:
  • “All the men in our family are womanizers—it’s just our nature.”
  • “We’re destined to be poor—education won’t help.”

3. The 3-Step Deliverance Process

1. Recognition & Repentance
   • Acknowledge the curse (like the 39-year-old did)
   • Repent for any family sins sustaining it (Daniel 9:16)
2. Legal Cancellation Through Christ
   • Plead Colossians 2:14-15 over your life
   • Declare: “Jesus bore this curse for me (Galatians 3:13)!”
3. Renewal of the Mind (Romans 12:2)
   • Replace curse narratives with God’s promises (Jeremiah 29:11)

4. Maintaining Your Freedom

• Guard Your Speech:
  • Stop saying “It runs in our family”—instead declare “Christ redeemed me!”
• Cut Unholy Ties:
  • Destroy occult objects (Acts 19:19)
  • Renounce evil family covenants
• Build New Godly Patterns:
  • Like Abraham breaking from his idolatrous father (Joshua 24:2-3)

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Prophetic Declarations Against Generational Curses

• “Every ancestral agreement with death is broken today (Isaiah 28:18)! I shall live and fulfill my days (Psalm 91:16)!”
• “The curse of poverty is reversed—I enter my wealthy place (Psalm 66:12)!”
• “My family line is rewired for holiness—my children shall serve the Lord (Isaiah 59:21)!”

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Conclusion: Your Bloodline is Redeemed!

Pray this:
“Father, thank You for making me a curse-breaker through Christ. By His blood, I cancel every generational curse over my life. I reject every familiar spirit assigned to my destiny. From today, my family’s story changes for Your glory, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. Fast for 3 days to break stubborn curses (Isaiah 58:6)
2. Anoint your home with oil as a sign of consecration
3. Study “curse-breaking” scriptures daily (e.g., Deuteronomy 28, Galatians 3:13-14)

Remember: You’re not a prisoner of your genealogy—you’re a product of Christ’s redemption!Walk in your covenant freedom today.

“Neither shall one say, ‘Here is the sickly,’ for the people that dwell therein shall be forgiven their iniquity.” (Isaiah 33:24). Your bloodline is healed!

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