This is RCCG Open Heaven daily devotional for adults and teens. By Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God.
MEMORISE: Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High: Psalms 50:14
READ: Psalms 100:1-5: 1 Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 5 For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 7 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY PRAYERS
Thank You, Lord, for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Thank You for saving me and bringing me into Your light.
Thank You, Lord, for forgiving my sins. Thank You for always having mercy on me even though I don’t deserve it.
Thank You, Lord, for Your unconditional love towards me. Even when I am unfaithful, You still remain faithful to me.
Thank You, Lord, for all Your promises to me. Thank You because I know that they will surely come to pass, in Jesus’ name.
Thank You, Lord, because my future is secure in You. Thank You because I know that You will bring me to an expected end according to Your will, in Jesus’ name.
Thank You, Lord, for my family members, friends, brethren in my local assembly, and everyone in my community. I’m truly grateful for the gift of relationships.
Thank You, Lord, for providing me with food, shelter, and all my basic needs daily. It is because of You that I am alive, and I am truly grateful.
Thank you, Lord, for delivering me from the forces of darkness. You protect me from evil daily, and I am truly grateful.
Thank You, Lord, for the challenges and trials I have faced in the past. Lord, I know that all things work together for my good, and I am grateful because You always give me victory.
Thank You, Lord, for every open door and opportunity that You have brought my way. You cause me to prosper, and I am truly grateful.
Thank You, Lord, for the ministry of Your word that comes to me through various anointed vessels, including this devotional. I am truly grateful for the growth and richness that Your word has brought into my life.
MEMORISE: And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. Luke 1:35
READ: Luke 1:34-37: 34 Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man? 35 And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. 36 And, behold, thy cousin Elisabeth, she hath also conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her, who was called barren. 37 For with God nothing shall be impossible.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
When I first got born again, I noticed that each time an altar call was made in church, the pastor would say, “Those who want salvation should come forward. Those who want sanctification and baptism in the Holy Spirit should ask God for it.” At that time, I had never heard a teaching on the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and I wondered what the pastor meant.
After some time, I became thirsty for the Holy Spirit; I wanted to really know Him, and I began to read books on the baptism of the Holy Spirit. In time, I became baptised in the Holy Spirit and grew really intimate with Him.
If you become a friend of the Holy Spirit, there is no limit to what God can do through you.
While I was reading about the baptism of the Holy Spirit, today’s Bible reading really caught my attention. The angel told Mary that she would have a son, and Mary asked a very important question, “How can I conceive when I am a virgin?” The angel then said, “The Holy Ghost will come upon you,” and he ended his statement with, “For with God, nothing shall be impossible.” Seeing this, I realised that if the Holy Ghost comes upon me and overshadows me, then nothing would be impossible for me.
Beloved, to live a life of holiness even when you are surrounded by so many temptations, you need the Holy Ghost. You also need the Holy Ghost for impossibilities to become possible in your life. When I read about how the Holy Spirit came upon Mary, I knew that I had to become intimate with the Holy Ghost in order to do exploits for God.
Therefore, I got baptised in the Holy Ghost and began to speak His language. Then, He began to do seemingly impossible things for the spread of the gospel and the expansion of God’s Kingdom through me.
But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Acts 1:8
When you make the Holy Ghost your friend, you will become empowered to do exploits and take the gospel to the ends of the earth. Make up your mind to become more and more intimate with Him every day.
KEY POINT
When you are intimate with the Holy Spirit, nothing will be impossible to you.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 11-12
HYMN 27: WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 6 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Luke 1:35 (KJV) “And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.” This verse unveils the direct link between the Holy Spirit’s power and the accomplishment of the humanly impossible. The word “overshadow” implies a comprehensive enveloping, where God’s power and presence completely take over a situation, making the supernatural a tangible reality.
BIBLE READING: Luke 1:34-37 This passage captures the divine announcement of the virgin birth, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit:
v. 34: Mary’s question reveals a recognition of a natural impossibility—conception without a man.
v. 35: The angel’s answer provides the divine solution—the Holy Spirit’s power and presence are the agents of the miracle.
v. 36-37: The confirmation through Elizabeth’s pregnancy and the foundational declaration: “For with God nothing shall be impossible.” The Holy Spirit is the “how” behind this truth.
The Overshadowing Power: From Impossibility to Exploit
Pastor E.A. Adeboye shares his personal journey into the baptism of the Holy Spirit, moving from curiosity to a life-transforming encounter. He masterfully uses the incarnation of Christ as the ultimate template to explain what the Holy Spirit’s power accomplishes in a believer: it enables us to bring forth the supernatural and make the impossible possible for God’s glory.
1. The Journey to Intimacy and Power
From Ignorance to Thirst: Daddy Adeboye’s testimony is a common and encouraging one. He began from a place of not understanding the ministry of the Holy Spirit. However, a passive curiosity matured into an active, spiritual thirst. This thirst is the first sign of the Holy Spirit Himself drawing a believer into a deeper relationship (John 7:37-39).
The Role of Pursuit: Intimacy with the Holy Spirit is not automatically bestowed; it is pursued. His personal pursuit through reading and study demonstrates that God honors a hungry heart. We move from being casual observers to active participants in the Spirit-filled life by seeking Him diligently.
2. The Mary Principle: The Pattern for the Impossible
The Holy Spirit as the Divine Agent: The encounter with Mary is the supreme biblical example of the Holy Spirit’s role in accomplishing the impossible. The virgin birth was not a passive event for Mary; it was an active overshadowingby the Holy Spirit. This same power is available to every believer for the God-ordained “impossibilities” in their lives.
The Link Between “Upon” and “Impossible”: Daddy Adeboye makes a critical exegetical point: the angel connects the Holy Spirit coming uponMary directly to the statement that nothing is impossible with God. This means the baptism or infilling of the Holy Spirit is the divine enablement that makes the impossible life accessible to us. It is the “how” behind God’s “what.”
3. The Twofold Purpose of the Holy Spirit’s Power
For a Life of Holiness: The devotional corrects a common error that limits the Holy Spirit’s power to spectacular gifts. The first miracle He performed was the sinless conception of Christ. Likewise, His power in us is first and foremost for holiness—enabling us to live above the temptations of the flesh in a corrupt world (Romans 8:13).
For a Life of Exploits: The second purpose is divine empowerment for service. As in Acts 1:8, the power is given for effective witness. This includes boldness, miracles, and the divine ability to spread the gospel beyond our natural capabilities. It turns ordinary believers into effective agents of Kingdom expansion.
How to Pursue and Walk in the Overshadowing Power
1. Cultivate a Holy Dissatisfaction: Do not be content with a salvation that lacks power. Ask God to create in you a thirst for the full package—not just to be in Christ, but for Christ to be manifested through you by the Holy Spirit.
2. Ask, Seek, and Knock: Jesus taught that the Father gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask (Luke 11:13). Be persistent in your request. Like Daddy Adeboye, study the Scriptures concerning the Holy Spirit to build your faith and understanding.
3. Yield to His Language and Leadership: The initial evidence of being baptized in the Holy Spirit is often speaking in other tongues (Acts 2:4). This spiritual language is a key to building yourself up and praying perfectly (Jude 1:20, Romans 8:26-27). Furthermore, yield to His daily promptings for guidance and service.
Warning: A Powerless Christian Life is a Limited Life Attempting to live the Christian life or fulfill the Great Commission without the baptism and ongoing infilling of the Holy Spirit is to operate in human strength. It leads to burnout, ineffectiveness in spiritual warfare, and a life that merely manages the possible instead of demonstrating the impossible.
Conclusion: Your Gateway to a Life of Exploits
Pray this: “Father, I thank You for the gift of Your Holy Spirit. I am not content with a life of natural limitations. Just as You overshadowed Mary, I ask that Your Holy Spirit would come upon me in a fresh and powerful way today. Clothe me with Your power from on high to live a holy life and to be a mighty witness for You, turning impossibilities into testimonies for Your glory, in Jesus’ name.”
Action Steps:
Express Your Thirst: If you have not been baptized in the Holy Spirit, sincerely ask the Lord for it today. If you have, ask for a fresh infilling and a deeper intimacy.
Study the Book of Acts: Read it with a focus on the work of the Holy Spirit. Note what happened when He came upon the believers and how He directed the church.
Step Out in Faith: Begin to speak in tongues as the Spirit gives you utterance. Use this gift daily in your prayer life to build yourself up and intercede effectively.
Remember: The same Holy Spirit who overshadowed Mary to bring forth Christ now wants to overshadow you to bring forth the life, character, and power of Christ in and through you. This is the gateway to a life of true exploits.
“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me…” (Acts 1:8). This is your mandate and your enablement.
MEMORISE: My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: John 10:27
READ: John 10:1-16: 1 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out. 4 And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice. 5 And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not the voice of strangers.
6 This parable spake Jesus unto them: but they understood not what things they were which he spake unto them. 7 Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep. 8 All that ever came before me are thieves and robbers: but the sheep did not hear them. 9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. 10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. 12 But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep. 13 The hireling fleeth, because he is an hireling, and careth not for the sheep. 14 I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine. 15 As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep. 16 And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 5 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
Today’s memory verse tells us that anyone who is a sheep in God’s pasture should hear His voice frequently. When you hear from God, He will guide you in all your ways.
Years ago, during a meeting, some ministers of God had a disagreement on who to vote for between the two major presidential candidates in Nigeria. I was also in the meeting, and I said, “Brethren, has God told you that either of them will be president? Did He tell you if there will even be an election and if the result will be allowed to stand? Has He told you which of the two He wants?”
I told them, “As for me, He hasn’t told me yet. I’ve been asking Him who will be president, but He hasn’t answered, which means I have probably been asking the wrong question. I’m going to change my question to Will there be an election, and will the result be accepted?”
Shortly after that meeting, we were having a pastors conference in RCCG, and I told those present that God finally answered me concerning the elections. He said that one of the candidates would win but would not be allowed to rule, and this was exactly what happened. Asking God about situations and waiting on Him to speak will help a Christian to live above confusion.
One morning, I asked God which route to take to work to avoid being held up in traffic. He said, “You are not leaving the house today.” I began to quote the Bible to the One who wrote it, “Lord, You said that he who will not work should not eat. Your word also says, ‘Seest thou a man diligent in his business, he shall stand before kings and not mean men!’ He insisted, so I said, “Okay. If they fire me, I’m sure You will provide another job.”
At that time, I had not listened to the radio, so I didn’t know that a military coup had happened. A short while later, there was chaos in a school in front of my house as parents rushed to pick up their children. That was when I put on my radio and heard what had happened. God’s voice shielded me from the pandemonium that broke out on the streets.
Beloved, train your spirit to hear God’s voice by spending time in His presence studying His word, worshipping, and waiting on Him. His voice will instruct you in the way you should go and protect you from evil.
PRAYER POINT
Father, please open my ears to hear You clearly always.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 9-10
HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 5 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: John 10:27 (KJV) “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” This verse establishes both a defining characteristic and a sacred responsibility of every believer. To be a true sheep of Christ’s flock is to be attuned to the Shepherd’s voice. This hearing is not a rare gift for a select few but the birthright of all who belong to Him, leading to intimate knowledge and guided obedience.
BIBLE READING: John 10:1-16 This passage is Jesus’s foundational teaching on His role as the Good Shepherd:
v. 1-5: The sheep recognize and follow the voice of their true shepherd, fleeing from the voice of strangers. This signifies discernment born of relationship.
v. 7-10: Jesus is the door of the sheep; those who enter through Him find salvation and pasture. His voice leads to life and provision.
v. 11-16: As the Good Shepherd, He lays down His life for the sheep. This sacrificial love is the context in which His voice is spoken and trusted.
The Shepherd’s Voice: Your Guide and Shield in a Confusing World
Pastor E.A. Adeboye moves from the atmosphere of hearing God to the practice of it. Using powerful personal testimonies, he demonstrates that hearing God’s voice is not an abstract concept but a practical, life-saving, and confusion-dispelling reality for every believer. It is the essential tool for navigation and protection in an uncertain world.
1. The Identity of a True Sheep
Hearing is the Evidence: The foundational truth from John 10:27 is that hearing God’s voice is the primary identifier of being one of His sheep. It is not a sign of elite spirituality but of genuine salvation. A believer who never hears from God should examine the state of their relationship with the Shepherd.
Intimacy Precedes Instruction: The verse links “hear my voice” with “I know them.” This is not mere intellectual knowledge but intimate, relational knowledge. God speaks to those He is in relationship with. The depth of what we hear is often connected to the depth of our fellowship with Him.
2. The Practice of Divine Inquiry
Asking the Right Questions: Daddy Adeboye’s testimony about the election is a masterclass in learning to inquire of God. It shows that sometimes God’s silence is not a refusal to answer, but an invitation to refine our questions. Spiritual maturity involves being led by the Holy Spirit even in how we pray and what we ask.
Living Above Confusion: In a world filled with conflicting voices, opinions, and prophecies, the only sure anchor is a personal word from God. When we learn to wait for His specific directive, we are lifted above the fray of public debate and human analysis into the peace of divine certainty.
3. The Life-Saving Power of Obedience
Obedience Over Human Logic: The testimony of the coup is perhaps the most powerful point. God’s instruction (“You are not leaving the house today”) directly contradicted human wisdom and even scriptural principles about diligence. This teaches that a specific, present-word command from God can temporarily supersede a general biblical principle for our protection.
The Shield of His Voice: God’s primary purpose in speaking is often to guide and protect His people. His voice is a shield (Proverbs 30:5). What we perceive as an inconvenience or a strange command may be God’s strategy to hide us from chaos, danger, or calamity that we know nothing about.
How to Train Your Spirit to Hear God
1. Cultivate a Daily Posture of Listening: Move beyond monologue prayers. Dedicate time in your quiet moments to simply be still and listen. Ask, “Lord, what are you saying to me today?” and wait expectantly for impressions, scriptures, or thoughts that align with His character.
2. Saturate Yourself with the Written Word (The Logos): The primary way God speaks is through His Bible. The more you know the written Word (Logos), the more easily you will recognize the tone, character, and content of His spoken word (Rhema). His voice will never contradict His Scripture.
3. Practice Immediate, Simple Obedience: Start by obeying the small, simple promptings: to call someone, to give an encouragement, to turn left instead of right. As you prove faithful in small things, God will trust you with greater revelations and assignments (Luke 16:10).
Warning: The Peril of a Deaf Spirit A life that does not practice hearing from God is vulnerable to every wind of doctrine, public opinion, and demonic deception. It is a life forced to rely on human understanding, which is severely limited and often leads to unnecessary trouble and confusion.
Conclusion: Your Lifeline to Safety and Direction
Pray this: “Good Shepherd, I thank You that I am Your sheep. Train my ears to be sensitive to Your voice above all the noise of this world. Give me the humility to ask the right questions and the courage to obey even when Your instruction defies human logic. Let Your voice be my daily guide, my shield from evil, and my source of perfect peace, in Jesus’ name.”
Action Steps:
Start a ‘God Said’ Journal: Begin recording the specific instructions, promises, and scriptures you believe God is speaking to you. Review it regularly to build your faith and track His faithfulness.
Obedience Check: Is there a simple, recent prompting from the Holy Spirit that you have yet to obey? Do it today. This act of obedience will sharpen your spiritual hearing.
Study the Shepherds: Read John 10 and Psalm 23 meditatively. Ask the Holy Spirit to make the reality of Jesus as your Shepherd a tangible experience in your life.
Remember: Your ability to hear and obey the Shepherd’s voice is your greatest asset in the Christian life. It is your guidance system, your protection plan, and your key to a life free from the world’s confusion.
“And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” (Isaiah 30:21). This is your inheritance in Christ.
MEMORISE: And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Matthew 3:16-17
READ: Genesis 1:2-3: 2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. 3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
The first time God spoke in the Bible was in today’s Bible reading. To understand what it takes for God to speak to you, you must study that passage of the Scripture carefully. Before He spoke, the Spirit of God moved over the face of the earth. This means that God speaks whenever the Holy Spirit is in operation.
If you want to hear from God, the Holy Spirit must be in operation around you. Once you know how to stir Him in you, you will constantly hear from Him. I hear from God frequently when I am preaching because usually, before I step on any altar to minister, the congregation would have spent some time worshipping God.
Then, when I step on the altar, I would continue to worship and eulogise God. When I am done, and it is time to preach, the Spirit of God would have saturated the entire place, and He would begin to speak to me.
Ministers who do not hear from God will struggle because hearing from God makes ministering easy. God will tell you what and what not to do so that you won’t waste your time and resources.
For example, if I want to host a crusade in a particular location, I would ask Him, “Daddy, should I go?” If He says, “No,” then I know that going there would be a waste of time. Some ministers go to minister in different places without hearing from God first. However, when they suffer all kinds of hardships and unnecessary persecutions, they will claim that they are suffering for Jesus.
Some will say that since the Bible instructs believers to preach the gospel to all nations, they will build a church in a particular location, even though they did not ask God about it and He did not specifically instruct them to.
At the end of the day, they might end up lacking the required funds to run the church and they will begin to look for people they can manipulate into giving them money.
Beloved, hearing from God and obeying His voice will always keep you at the centre of His plan and provision. Even when things get difficult, as long as you are operating in His will, He will carry you through. Consistently create an atmosphere for Him to operate in your life, and He will always lead you into higher realms of His grace and glory.
KEY POINT
God will always speak to you when you know how to stir His Spirit in you.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 7-8
HYMN 33: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH!
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 4 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Matthew 3:16-17 (KJV) “And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” This moment at the Jordan River provides the perfect blueprint for divine communication: the Son submits in obedience, the Holy Spirit descends in manifestation, and the Father speaks with affirmation. It demonstrates that God’s voice is often heard most clearly when the Holy Spirit is actively present and moving.
BIBLE READING: Genesis 1:2-3 This foundational passage reveals the pattern for all divine activity and communication:
v. 2: The earth was without form, void, and in darkness. The Spirit of God was moving (hovering, brooding) over the chaotic waters. This signifies the preparatory work of the Holy Spirit.
v. 3: Then, and only then, God said, “Let there be light.” The spoken word of creation follows the movement of the Spirit. Order and light are released through the collaboration of the Spirit and the Word.
Creating the Atmosphere for God’s Voice
Pastor E.A. Adeboye moves from the doctrine of the Holy Spirit to the critical practice of hearing from God. Using the creation account as his foundation, he teaches that divine communication is not random but occurs within a specific spiritual environment that we can learn to cultivate.
1. The Divine Pattern: Spirit First, Then Voice
The Primacy of the Spirit’s Movement: The order in Genesis 1:2-3 is non-negotiable. Before God spoke light into existence, the Holy Spirit was already actively hovering over the darkness. This establishes a timeless principle: the Holy Spirit is the divine Agent who creates the necessary atmosphere for God’s word to be spoken, received, and effectively executed.
The Triune Collaboration: This pattern is mirrored in the ministry of Jesus. The Holy Spirit descends upon Him, and then the Father speaks. This shows that the Trinity works in harmony: the Spirit prepares the way, the Son is the Word made flesh, and the Father speaks with authority. To hear the Father, we must welcome the ministry of the Spirit.
2. The Practical Key: Stirring the Atmosphere
Intentional Cultivation: Daddy Adeboye provides a transparent look into his own ministry practice. He doesn’t merely hope to hear from God; he intentionally creates an environment where the Holy Spirit is “saturated.” This is done through sustained, heartfelt worship and praise. Worship is not just a prelude; it is the spiritual catalyst that stirs the Holy Spirit into greater operation.
The Consequence of a Silent Heaven: The devotional issues a sobering warning to ministers and believers alike. Operating without a current word from God leads to struggle, wasted resources, and unnecessary hardship. It is possible to be doing a “good thing” (like preaching the gospel) but in the wrong place, at the wrong time, or in the wrong way because it was not initiated by the Spirit.
3. The Blessings of a Spirit-Saturated Life
Divine Guidance and Efficiency: When we hear from God, ministry and life become efficient. God directs our paths, telling us both what to do and what to avoid. This divine navigation saves us from the fatigue and frustration of fruitless labor and ensures that our efforts are aligned with His productive will.
Provision in the Center of His Will: Daddy Adeboye makes a crucial connection between obedience and provision. When you are in the center of God’s plan, you are also in the center of His supply. The difficulties that arise within His will are not signs of His absence but opportunities for His miraculous sustenance and deliverance.
How to Cultivate an Atmosphere for God’s Voice
1. Prioritize Worship, Not Just Requests: Transform your prayer time from a monologue of requests into a dialogue that begins with adoration. Spend significant time worshiping God for who He is, not just for what He can do. This “moves” the Holy Spirit in your midst.
2. Ask Before You Act: Institutionalize the habit of seeking God’s specific direction for every major endeavor. Before launching a new ministry, making a significant purchase, or relocating, ask, “Daddy, should I go?” Wait for His peace or His clear directive through His Word and His Spirit.
3. Value His ‘No’ as a Form of Guidance: Recognize that God’s prohibition is as much a manifestation of His voice and His care as His permission. A “no” from God is not a rejection; it is a protection and a redirection that saves you from wasted time and resources.
Warning: The Deception of Presumption Assuming God’s blessing on our plans without consulting Him is a dangerous form of pride. It can lead to manipulative practices, financial strain, and claiming “persecution for Christ” for hardships that were actually avoidable consequences of disobedience.
Conclusion: Living in the Flow of Divine Communication
Pray this: “Holy Spirit, I invite You to move over the chaos and areas of darkness in my life. Create in me an atmosphere of worship and surrender where the Father’s voice can be clearly heard. Deliver me from presumption and guide me into all truth. Let my life and ministry be a direct result of Your divine instruction, so I may always walk in the center of Your will and provision, in Jesus’ name.”
Action Steps:
Worship First: For the next 7 days, begin your prayer time with 10-15 minutes of pure worship, focusing only on God’s attributes, before you present any requests.
Seek Confirmation: When you believe you have heard a directive from God, write it down and seek confirmation through the Scriptures and the counsel of mature, spiritual leaders.
Study the Pattern: Read through the Book of Acts, noting how the early church consistently relied on the Holy Spirit’s direction for their ministry decisions (e.g., Acts 8:29, 10:19-20, 13:2).
Remember: A life that consistently hears from God is a life that is consciously cultivated. By prioritizing the presence and movement of the Holy Spirit, you ensure that heaven is never silent over your affairs.
“And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” (Isaiah 30:21). This is your portion in the regime of the Spirit.
MEMORISE: He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall shew it unto you. John 16:14
READ: John 14:16-18: 16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; 17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. 18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
Yesterday, I mentioned that during the dispensation of the Father in the Old Testament, people got immediate judgment for their sins.
The word ‘dispensation’ in this context means regime. The regime of God the Father on the earth was from the beginning to the day of Pentecost. The regime of the Son will be for a thousand years (Revelation 20:1-4). There will be absolute peace during that period because the Prince of Peace will be in charge. Right now, however, we are in the regime of the Holy Spirit, which started on the day of Pentecost and is still on to date.
To prosper in a particular regime, you must understand and obey the people in charge. The One who is currently in charge of the affairs of men is the Holy Spirit. Therefore, to succeed in all things, you must know the Holy Spirit and be intimate with Him.
Being intimate with the Holy Spirit does not mean that you are downgrading or ignoring the Son or the Father. In today’s memory verse, Jesus said that the Holy Spirit will glorify Him and show us things concerning Him. Once you become intimate with the Holy Spirit, you will praise God the Father the way you should, glorify the Son the right way, pray the right way, and study God’s word the right way. When you become a friend of the Holy Spirit, you have automatically become a friend of the Trinity.
You can become intimate with the Holy Spirit by speaking His language often and asking Him to fill you. It is important to note that being able to perform miracles is not evidence that a fellow is intimate with the Holy Spirit. Galatians 5:16-17 says that the flesh and the spirit are always in constant battle against each other. A fellow has become intimate with the Holy Spirit when he or she no longer walks in the flesh but according to the dictates of the Spirit. The people around such a fellow will testify to it when they start seeing the fruit of the Spirit at work in him or her.
Jesus said in Matthew 7:16-20 that you will know a tree by the kind of fruit it produces. If the Holy Spirit is indeed your friend, you will produce good fruits that confirm your intimacy with Him.
Beloved, cultivate an intimate fellowship with the Holy Spirit; He will protect and preserve you. He will also ensure that you prosper in all that you do.
REFLECTION
Are you intimate with the Holy Spirit?
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 5-6
HYMN 27: WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 3 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: John 16:14 (KJV) “He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall shew it unto you.” This verse reveals the core mission of the Holy Spirit: to magnify and reveal Jesus Christ. His ministry is not self-promoting but Christ-centric, ensuring that our focus remains on the redemptive work of the Son, thereby bringing glory to the Father.
BIBLE READING: John 14:16-18 This passage contains Jesus’s pivotal promise of the Holy Spirit’s permanent indwelling:
v. 16: The Holy Spirit is another Comforter (of the same kind as Jesus), promised to be with and in believers forever.
v. 17: He is the Spirit of truth whom the world cannot receive, known intimately by those who belong to Christ.
v. 18: The coming of the Holy Spirit means we are never left as spiritual orphans; God’s presence remains with us.
Thriving in the Present Regime: The Necessity of the Holy Spirit
Pastor E.A. Adeboye builds upon the foundation of the Trinity to deliver a crucial and timely message: understanding the current divine administration. He teaches that spiritual success is not generic; it is specific to recognizing and aligning with the Person God has placed in charge of the present age—the Holy Spirit.
1. Understanding the Divine Regimes
The Principle of Spiritual Governance: Daddy Adeboye introduces the biblical concept of dispensations or regimes—distinct periods in God’s redemptive plan where He relates to humanity in specific ways. To thrive in any season, one must understand and submit to the governing authority.
The Three Key Regimes:
The Regime of the Father (Old Testament – Pentecost): Characterized by law, prophecy, and immediate, often severe, judgment to establish the holiness and sovereignty of God.
The Regime of the Son (The Millennial Reign): A future thousand-year period where Jesus Christ will rule physically on earth, establishing perfect justice and peace (Revelation 20:4).
The Regime of the Holy Spirit (Pentecost – Present): The current age where the Holy Spirit is the primary divine Agent on earth, convicting the world, indwelling believers, and empowering the Church for global witness.
2. The Imperative of Intimacy With the Holy Spirit
The Key to Present Success: In this current regime, prosperity in the spiritual realm and success in fulfilling God’s purpose are directly tied to one’s relationship with the Holy Spirit. He is the “One in charge,” and intimacy with Him is not a spiritual luxury but a strategic necessity.
Intimacy Glorifies the Trinity: Daddy Adeboye masterfully addresses a common concern: that focusing on the Holy Spirit might diminish the Father or Son. He clarifies, using John 16:14, that the exact opposite is true. The Holy Spirit’s primary role is to glorify Jesus. Therefore, a deeper relationship with the Spirit leads to a more accurate worship of the Father and a more profound love for the Son.
3. The Evidence of Genuine Intimacy
Beyond the Spectacular: The devotional makes a critical distinction that separates biblical truth from common error. The evidence of intimacy is not primarily found in spectacular gifts like miracles or speaking in tongues. While these are valid gifts, they can operate through gifting alone, not necessarily through deep relationship (Matthew 7:22-23).
The Supremacy of the Fruit: The true, undeniable evidence of intimacy with the Holy Spirit is the consistent production of His character—the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). Intimacy is measured by Christlikeness. When the flesh is crucified and the Spirit governs a person’s reactions, attitudes, and choices, that is the proof of a genuine friendship with Him.
How to Cultivate Intimacy With the Holy Spirit
1. Speak His Language of Prayer and Praise: Engage consistently in spiritual communication, particularly in prayer and worship in the Spirit (Jude 1:20, 1 Corinthians 14:2). This builds a direct line of communion and sensitivity to His promptings.
2. Yield to His Lordship Daily: Intimacy is built on surrender. Consciously submit your will, plans, and desires to Him each day. Ask, “Holy Spirit, what do you want to do in and through me today?” This is walking according to the Spirit (Galatians 5:16).
3. Prioritize the Fruit Over the Gifts: While desiring spiritual gifts is good (1 Corinthians 14:1), make it your primary pursuit to exhibit the fruit of the Spirit. Pray for love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control to be manifest in your life.
Warning: The Danger of a Gifts-Only Focus A life that pursues the power of the Spirit without the character of the Spirit is unstable and can lead to pride, error, and a fall (1 Corinthians 13:1-2). Gifts without fruit provide a false sense of security and do not confirm intimacy.
Conclusion: Your Key to Preservation and Prosperity
Pray this: “Holy Spirit, my Divine Helper and Friend, I acknowledge You as the Governor of this age. I invite You into a deeper place of intimacy with me. Teach me to know You, to hear Your voice, and to yield to Your leading. Produce in me the beautiful fruit of Your character, that I may glorify the Lord Jesus in all I do, and in so doing, prosper in the assignments You have for me.”
Action Steps:
Conduct a Fruit Audit: Honestly assess your life against Galatians 5:22-23. Which fruit is evident? Which is lacking? Bring these areas to the Holy Spirit in prayer.
Cultivate Sensitivity: Before making significant decisions, pause and ask the Holy Spirit for guidance. Journal what you sense He is saying and confirm it with Scripture.
Study His Ministry: Read the Gospel of John, chapters 14-16, and the book of Acts, noting every activity and promise related to the Holy Spirit.
Remember: In the regime of the Holy Spirit, your protection, preservation, and true prosperity are found in one place: a submitted, intimate, and obedient friendship with Him.
“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” (Romans 8:14). Your sonship is proven by your submission to His leadership.
MEMORISE: The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14
READ: 1 John 5:5-8: 5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? 6 This is he that came by water and blood, even Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth. 7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. 8 And there are three that bear witness in earth, the Spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
Many people find it difficult to understand the concept of the Trinity. The Bible says in 1 John 5:7 that the Father, the Word – Jesus according to John 1:14 – and the Holy Ghost are one. They are one, yet they are three distinct entities.
I’ll explain it this way: I am one man called Adeboye, but I can express myself differently in different situations. For example, if my wife breaks a ceramic plate, I will be gentle Adeboye; I will speak gently to her and ensure that she is fine. However, if it is my son, I could be furious Adeboye because I might be angry with him for being careless. I am the same person, but l’ll show different sides of myself depending on what is needed in different situations.
God is one. However, He chooses to express Himself in three different forms. Water can be in liquid, gas (steam), or solid form (ice) based on changes in its temperature. In the same vein, God is one God, and He chooses to express Himself as the Holy Spirit when needed, the Word when needed, and the Father when needed. One expression is not less God than the other, just as ice or steam is not less water than its liquid form.
God the Father is the side of God that is fatherly. However, just like Adeboye the father, which I described in the first paragraph, He can be strict in this form. During the dispensation of the Father in the Old Testament, people got immediate judgment for their sins.
God the Son, who is Jesus Christ, came in the flesh, so as Hebrews 4:15 says, He has feelings just like us, and He is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8). He is the most relatable to us as He has gone through the temptations we are currently going through, and He advocates for us with the Father (1 John 2:1).
God the Spirit is the creative side of God. He is the One who lives in you to do the things that were otherwise impossible to you (Romans 8:11, Philippians 4:13, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 John 2:27, John 14:26).
Beloved, knowing the Trinity will empower you to live above limitations. Also, to enjoy God’s fullness, you need to know Him as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. I pray that you will experience the fullness of the Godhead in your life, in Jesus’ name.
KEY POINT
Knowing the Trinity will help you to enjoy the fullness of God and empower you to live above limitations.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 3-4
HYMN 18: PRAISE TO THE LORD THE ALMIGHTY
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 2 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: 2 Corinthians 13:14 (KJV) “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.” This apostolic benediction beautifully distinguishes the roles within the Godhead while affirming their perfect unity. It presents the Father as the source of love, the Son as the channel of grace, and the Holy Spirit as the agent of intimate fellowship.
BIBLE READING: 1 John 5:5-8 This passage establishes the unified testimony of heaven concerning Jesus Christ:
v. 5-6: Victory comes through faith in Jesus, who came by water (His humanity and ministry) and blood (His sacrificial death).
v. 7: The heavenly witnesses—the Father, the Word (Son), and the Holy Spirit—are one in essence and testimony.
v. 8: The earthly witnesses (water, blood, and the Spirit) agree with the heavenly, confirming the truth of Christ’s identity and work.
The Mystery and Majesty of the Trinity: Experiencing God’s Fullness
Pastor E.A. Adeboye tackles one of the most profound mysteries of the Christian faith with remarkable clarity, using practical analogies to illuminate the truth of the Trinity. The central message is that this doctrine is not a mere theological puzzle but the very key to living a victorious and empowered Christian life.
1. The Core Truth: One God in Three Persons
Unity in Essence, Distinction in Function: The Bible unequivocally states that God is one (Deuteronomy 6:4). However, this one God reveals Himself in three distinct, co-equal, and co-eternal Persons: the Father, the Son (the Word), and the Holy Spirit. They are not three gods, but one God in three Persons, sharing the same divine nature, glory, and power.
Beyond Human Analogy: Daddy Adeboye wisely uses analogies (the water states, his own relational roles) to make the concept relatable, but he does so knowing they are limited. The Trinity is a unique reality that transcends human comparison. The analogies help us grasp the concept of one essence with different expressions, but they cannot fully explain the reality of three distinct Persons in one Being.
2. The Distinct Expressions of the Godhead
The devotional powerfully breaks down how the one true God relates to humanity through three primary expressions, each with a distinct emphasis.
Expression of God
Primary Role & Nature
Key Scripture & Implication
God the Father
The Sovereign Ruler and Judge. He is the ultimate source, the fatherly authority who establishes law, order, and justice.
Hebrews 12:9. He is to be revered and obeyed. We approach Him with worship and holy fear, knowing He disciplines those He loves.
God the Son (Jesus)
The Compassionate Savior and Mediator. He is the relatable, empathetic High Priest who became flesh to redeem us.
Hebrews 4:15. We can approach Him with every weakness and temptation, knowing He understands and advocates for us before the Father.
God the Holy Spirit
The Empowering Presence and Helper. He is the creative, indwelling power of God who enables us to live godly lives.
John 14:26. He is our Teacher, Comforter, and the source of our strength, guiding us into all truth and empowering us for witness.
3. The Practical Power of Knowing the Trinity
Living Above Limitations: Understanding the Trinity is not an academic exercise; it is the foundation for a supernatural life. We are not called to relate to a distant, monolithic deity, but to engage with a triune God who meets every need of the human spirit.
Accessing God’s Fullness: To know God only as a stern Judge (Father) leads to fear. To know Him only as a historical Savior (Son) leads to a powerless faith. To know Him only as an abstract force (Spirit) leads to mysticism. Daddy Adeboye emphasizes that we must know and relate to all three Persons to experience the complete package of salvation: the Father’s love, the Son’s grace, and the Spirit’s communion.
How to Relate to the Triune God
1. Relate to the Father:
Approach Him with reverence as your Creator and Sovereign.
Trust in His perfect plan and fatherly care.
Receive His discipline as proof of His love and commitment to your holiness.
2. Relate to the Son:
Trust in His finished work on the cross for your salvation.
Rely on His ongoing intercession for you daily.
Follow His example and teachings as your Lord and Master.
3. Relate to the Holy Spirit:
Yield to His leading and promptings in your daily decisions.
Depend on His power for service, prayer, and overcoming sin.
Welcome His ministry of teaching, comforting, and assuring you.
Warning: The Danger of an Imbalanced View A truncated view of God leads to a stunted Christian life. Ignoring the Father leads to a loss of awe and reverence. Ignoring the Son leads to a lack of a saving relationship and a mediator. Ignoring the Holy Spirit leads to a life of self-effort and powerlessness.
Conclusion: Entering Into the Divine Fellowship
Pray this: “Father God, I worship You as my Creator and Sovereign. Lord Jesus, I thank You for Your grace and saving work. Holy Spirit, I welcome Your presence and power into my life. Teach me to know and experience the fullness of the Godhead—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—that I may live a life that truly overcomes the world, in Jesus’ name.”
Action Steps:
Meditate on the Benediction: Spend time this week reflecting on 2 Corinthians 13:14. Ask God to make the grace of Christ, the love of the Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit a tangible reality in your life.
Audit Your Prayer Life: Do you pray primarily to one Person of the Trinity? Intentionally address your prayers to the Father, in the name of the Son, and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Study the Distinctives: Read John 14-16, where Jesus explicitly explains the roles of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Remember: The ultimate purpose of understanding the Trinity is to enter into the divine fellowship itself—to experience the love, grace, and communion that has eternally existed between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
“For through him [Christ] we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.” (Ephesians 2:18). This is the pathway to God’s fullness.
MEMORISE: Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. Proverbs 19:20
READ: Exodus 18:13-26: 13 And it came to pass on the morrow, that Moses sat to judge the people: and the people stood by Moses from the morning unto the evening. 14 And when Moses’ father in law saw all that he did to the people, he said, What is this thing that thou doest to the people? why sittest thou thyself alone, and all the people stand by thee from morning unto even? 15 And Moses said unto his father in law, Because the people come unto me to enquire of God:
16 When they have a matter, they come unto me; and I judge between one and another, and I do make them know the statutes of God, and his laws. 17 And Moses’ father in law said unto him, The thing that thou doest is not good. 18 Thou wilt surely wear away, both thou, and this people that is with thee: for this thing is too heavy for thee; thou art not able to perform it thyself alone. 19 Hearken now unto my voice, I will give thee counsel, and God shall be with thee: Be thou for the people to God-ward, that thou mayest bring the causes unto God: 20 And thou shalt teach them ordinances and laws, and shalt shew them the way wherein they must walk, and the work that they must do.
21 Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness; and place such over them, to be rulers of thousands, and rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens: 22 And let them judge the people at all seasons: and it shall be, that every great matter they shall bring unto thee, but every small matter they shall judge: so shall it be easier for thyself, and they shall bear the burden with thee. 23 If thou shalt do this thing, and God command thee so, then thou shalt be able to endure, and all this people shall also go to their place in peace. 24 So Moses hearkened to the voice of his father in law, and did all that he had said. 25 And Moses chose able men out of all Israel, and made them heads over the people, rulers of thousands, rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens. 26 And they judged the people at all seasons: the hard causes they brought unto Moses, but every small matter they judged themselves.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 1 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
In 2 Kings 5:1-14, Naaman, a commander in the Syrian army, came to Elisha because he needed healing from leprosy. The prophet instructed him to do something he felt was way below his status – he was to dip himself seven times in River Jordan, a river he considered to be way below other prestigious rivers in his home country.
Angrily, Naaman rejected Elisha’s instruction and was already on his way back to Syria when one of his servants counselled him to obey the prophet’s instructions. Thank God he heeded his servant’s counsel and did as Elisha had instructed. He was cured of his leprosy immediately, and his skin became like that of a newborn. If he had rejected his servant’s simple advice, he would have had to live the rest of his life as a leper.
The greatest miracle of your life might be tied to hearing and obeying godly counsel. It is important to never ignore godly counsel, no matter the age or status of the person or people giving the counsel.
Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety. Proverbs 11:14
In today’s Bible reading, Jethro travelled to the wilderness to visit Moses, his son-in-law. During his visit, he observed how Moses attended to every single issue that arose in the camp of the Israelites all by himself from morning to night, such that at the end of every day, he was always exhausted.
After making this observation, Jethro counselled Moses on what to do. He told him to choose rulers of different ranks from among the people who could also judge matters that arose within the camp. Although Jethro didn’t have the burning bush experience that Moses had, Moses listened to him and received God’s counsel through him.
But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. James 4:6
Humility or meekness is an ingredient for receiving God’s grace. You need a meek heart to properly discern when God is speaking through someone and receive what He has to say to you through them. Moses was known as the meekest man on earth (Numbers 12:3), and his meekness was what made him able to receive counsel from people who seemed not to have attained his spiritual height and influence.
No matter how high you get, God wants you to remain meek. Ask God for a meek heart to receive His counsel through whatever vessel or method He chooses to use.
PRAYER POINT
Father, please give me a meek heart so that I can receive Your counsel through whatever vessel or method You choose to use to speak, in Jesus’ name.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
John 1-2
HYMN 8: I Need Thee Every Hour
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 1 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Proverbs 19:20 (KJV) “Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.” This verse establishes a direct link between our willingness to receive counsel and our future success and wisdom. It frames heeding advice not as a sign of weakness, but as a strategic investment in a victorious destiny.
BIBLE READING: Exodus 18:13-26 This passage is a masterclass in leadership and the practical application of godly counsel:
v. 13-18: Moses, despite his anointing, operates in an unsustainable model, leading to personal burnout and potential bottlenecks for the people.
v. 19-23: Jethro, as a God-sent counselor, provides a structured, scalable solution that prioritizes Moses’s divine calling while empowering others.
v. 24-26: Moses’s humility in heeding this advice leads to effective implementation, demonstrating that true strength lies in teachability.
The Power of a Meek Heart: Receiving God’s Counsel Through Any Vessel
Pastor E.A. Adeboye uses the powerful examples of Naaman and Moses to drive home a critical spiritual principle: our breakthrough is often contingent not just on hearing God’s voice, but on our humility to receive His instruction through unexpected channels. The devotional underscores that pride is a primary blocker of divine grace and miracle-working power.
1. The Nature of Godly Counsel
Divine Origin, Human Vessel: Godly counsel is wisdom that originates from God (James 1:5) but is often delivered through human instruments. It is characterized by its alignment with Scripture and its fruit in producing peace and order (1 Corinthians 14:33).
The Pride Filter: The greatest barrier to receiving counsel is pride. As Daddy Adeboye notes, James 4:6 reveals that God actively resists the proud. Pride makes us filter advice through our status, education, or personal preferences, often causing us to miss a word from the Lord.
2. Biblical Case Studies in Counsel
The devotional presents two starkly different men who both needed humility to access their miracle and manage their mission.
Character
The Situation
The Counsel & The Struggle
The Outcome of Obedience
Naaman (2 Kings 5)
A mighty commander afflicted with leprosy.
To dip 7x in the Jordan. He struggled with pride and preconceived notions of how his miracle should happen.
Complete healing and restoration. His flesh became like that of a “little child,” signifying newness.
Moses (Exodus 18)
A great leader on the verge of burnout, limiting his own effectiveness.
To delegate authority and share the load. He struggled with the potential of receiving advice from a “less spiritual” source.
Sustainable leadership, preserved energy for his primary calling, and the establishment of a just system.
3. The Safeguard of Multiple Counsellors
The Principle of Safety (Proverbs 11:14): Daddy Adeboye highlights that relying on a “multitude of counsellors” is a divine safety mechanism. This does not mean following every opinion, but subjecting decisions to the scrutiny of mature, spiritually-aligned believers to confirm God’s will.
Protection from Error: A single perspective can be flawed or biased. Multiple godly perspectives help to bring clarity, confirm direction, and protect us from deception or the limitations of our own understanding (Proverbs 15:22).
4. The Key Ingredient: Cultivating Meekness
Meekness is Not Weakness: Moses, the meekest man on earth (Numbers 12:3), was also the most powerful leader of his time. Meekness is strength under control; it is the power to be teachable, to submit to God’s process without rebellion, regardless of the vessel He uses.
The Grace Connection: A meek heart is a grace magnet. When we humble ourselves, we position ourselves to receive the unmerited favor and enabling power of God (James 4:6). This grace is often the very thing needed to obey the difficult or humbling counsel we receive.
How to Cultivate a Meek and Receptive Heart
1. Acknowledge Your Blind Spots: Consciously recognize that you do not see all things clearly. Your perspective, no matter how anointed, is limited. This creates a default posture of openness to insight from others.
2. Value Wisdom Over Status: Intentionally seek and value advice based on its biblical soundness and practical wisdom, not the title, age, or social standing of the person giving it. God spoke through a donkey to Balaam (Numbers 22:28-30); He can use anyone.
3. Practice Immediate, Partial Obedience: When you receive counsel that aligns with Scripture, obey immediately in the parts you understand. Like Naaman, your healing is in the obedience to the instruction, not in your feelings about it.
Warning: The High Cost of a Closed Spirit Rejecting godly counsel is a form of pride that God resists. It can lead to:
Stagnation: Like Naaman almost returning to Syria unhealed.
Burnout: Like Moses would have experienced without Jethro.
Catastrophic Failure: As seen in King Rehoboam, who rejected the counsel of elders and lost a kingdom (1 Kings 12:13-16).
Conclusion: Your Pathway to Wisdom and Preservation
Pray this: “Father, uproot every seed of pride from my heart. Give me the meek and humble spirit of Christ to recognize and receive Your counsel, whether it comes from a prophet, a servant, or a stranger. Help me to value Your instruction above my status, so that I may be wise, preserved, and walk in the fullness of my destiny, in Jesus’ name.”
Action Steps:
Identify Your Jethros: Who are the 2-3 mature, trustworthy believers in your life you can go to for honest, godly counsel on major decisions?
Obey the Nudge: Is there a piece of godly advice you have been resisting? Write it down, pray over it, and take the first step of obedience today.
Study Meekness: Read and meditate on Numbers 12:3, Matthew 11:29, and 1 Peter 5:5-6 this week. Ask God to make these scriptures a reality in your life.
Remember: Your greatest miracle or most effective leadership strategy may be hidden in a counsel you have been too proud to hear. Humble yourself and receive it.
“Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” (Proverbs 11:14). Be safe.
MEMORISE: For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. Mark 11:23
READ: Genesis 1:1-3: 1 In the beginning God created* the heaven and the earth. 2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. 3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 31 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
God created the world by speaking it into existence, as we see in today’s Bible reading.
The earth was in a terrible shape; it was void and covered in darkness. Amid this chaos, God called forth light to shine out of the darkness, and His creative work began. Hebrews 11:3 says, “Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.”
Everything that we see was created by the power of God’s word. There is creative power in the word of God. This is why, as a child of God, when challenges come your way, you do not complain. Rather than complain, you should put the word of God on your lips and speak His will into existence. No matter the kind of obstacles that are hindering God’s will from being manifested in your life, He wants you to speak and command them to move out of the way.
Who art thou, O great mountain? before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plain: and he shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shoutings, crying, Grace, grace unto it. Zechariah 4:7
The authority to speak to mountains is not exclusively for ministers of God. Rather, it is for every genuine child of God. This means that, if you are a child of God and you command the mountains that are contrary to God’s will in your life to disappear in Jesus’ name, they will obey. The Bible says in Philippians 2:9-10 that at the mention of the name of Jesus, every knee in heaven, on earth, or underneath the earth, should bow.
Some Christians speak to their mountains, but they say the wrong things. Instead of commanding a mountain to be removed, they plead with it for mercy or complain about it.
When God says, ‘Speak to the mountain’, He wants you to address it squarely. However, you must get rid of doubt so you can speak authoritatively to that mountain.
James 1:6 says: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Beloved, doubt robs believers of their authority, and you must not permit it in your heart. Believe in the absolute power of God’s word without any doubt, and no mountain will be able to stand before you.
KEY POINT
Don’t complain about negative situations in your life; rather, speak God’s will into existence concerning them.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Luke 23-24
HYMN 3: ANCIENT WORDS
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 31 OCTOBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Mark 11:23 “For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.” This is the Master’s definitive teaching on the creative power of faith-filled speech. It grants every believer the authority to address and dismantle obstacles with the same creative principle God used to form the world.
BIBLE READING: Genesis 1:1-3 This passage reveals the original creative pattern: v. 2: The Problem: The earth was without form, void, and covered in darkness. v. 3: The Solution:“And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.” God did not complain about the chaos; He spoke order into it. His Word is the creative agent that frames worlds (Hebrews 11:3).
The Authority of the Believer’s Word
Pastor E.A. Adeboye unveils one of the most powerful privileges of the believer: the God-given authority to recreate our circumstances through faith-filled declarations of His Word. Just as God spoke light into darkness, we are to speak God’s will into the chaotic situations of our lives.
The Biblical Pattern: Speak, Don’t Complain
God’s Method: Faced with formlessness and void, God did not analyze the problem; He spoke the solution. He called “things which be not as though they were” (Romans 4:17).
The Believer’s Mandate: We are to imitate God (Ephesians 5:1). When challenges arise—sickness, debt, oppression—our first response should not be complaint or pleading, but a authoritative command based on God’s Word.
The Nature of the “Mountain”
A “mountain” is any obstacle that stands contrary to God’s revealed will for your life. It is any situation that appears immovable, such as:
A chronic illness
A financial debt or lack
A stubborn addiction
A broken relationship
A spiritual stronghold
How to Speak to Your Mountain Effectively
1. Address It Squarely: Do not talk about the mountain to others; speak to the mountain itself. Command it directly in the name of Jesus, just as Jesus spoke to the fig tree and the storm.
2. Command, Do Not Plead: You have been given authority (Luke 10:19). Your posture is not that of a beggar but of an ambassador issuing a decree from heaven’s throne room. Say “Be removed!” not “Please go away.”
3. Use the Word of God: Your authority is derived from and embedded in God’s Word. Speak scripture to your situation. Your command must align with God’s will as revealed in His Word.
4. Anchor Your Command in the Name of Jesus: The name of Jesus is the legal basis for your authority. Every knee must bow to it (Philippians 2:9-10). Command the mountain to move “in Jesus’ name.”
5. Eliminate All Doubt: This is the non-negotiable condition. Doubt is a leak that drains all power from your declaration. You must believe in your heart that what you say will happen (Mark 11:23). Heart-belief must precede mouth-speaking.
The Danger of Wavering Faith
James 1:6-7 warns that a double-minded (wavering) person is unstable and should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. Doubt reduces your powerful command to a mere wishful statement, rendering it ineffective.
Conclusion: Take Your Place as a Creator
Pray this: “Heavenly Father, thank You for the creative power of Your Word and for granting me authority in Jesus’ name. Forgive me for times I have complained about my mountains instead of commanding them. Today, I stand on Your Word. I speak to the mountain of [name your specific obstacle] and I command it to be removed and cast into the sea! I reject every spirit of doubt and I believe with all my heart that what I have declared is done. My situation is aligning with Your will now, in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.”
Action Steps:
Identify Your Mountain: Clearly define the obstacle you are facing.
Find Your Scripture: Locate a Bible promise that contradicts your mountain (e.g., for healing, 1 Peter 2:24; for provision, Philippians 4:19).
Craft Your Declaration: Write a specific, faith-filled command based on that scripture. Example: “Mountain of debt, I command you to be removed now! I speak financial breakthrough and supernatural supply, in Jesus’ name!”
Declare It Daily: Speak your command to the mountain daily, without wavering, until you see the manifestation.
Remember: You are not rebelling against reality; you are calling a higher reality—God’s Word—into your current circumstance. You have been authorized to frame your world with your words.
“Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God…” (Hebrews 11:3). Start framing your world today.
MEMORISE: God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry land. Psalms 68:6
READ: Numbers 16:1-35: 1 Now Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, and Dathan and Abiram, the sonsof Eliab, and On, the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took men: 2 And they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the assembly, famous in the congregation, men of renown: 3 And they gathered themselves together against Moses and against Aaron, and said unto them, Ye take too much upon you, seeing all the congregation are holy, every one of them, and the LORD is among them: wherefore then lift ye up yourselves above the congregation of the LORD? 4 And when Moses heard it, he fell upon his face: 5 And he spake unto Korah and unto all his company, saying, Even to morrow the LORD will shew who are his, and who is holy; and will cause him to come near unto him: even him whom he hath chosen will he cause to come near unto him.
6 This do; Take you censers, Korah, and all his company; 7 And put fire therein, and put incense in them before the LORD to morrow: and it shall be that the man whom the LORD doth choose, he shall be holy: ye take too much upon you, ye sons of Levi. 8 And Moses said unto Korah, Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi: 9 Seemeth it but a small thing unto you, that the God of Israel hath separated you from the congregation of Israel, to bring you near to himself to do the service of the tabernacle of the LORD, and to stand before the congregation to minister unto them? 10 And he hath brought thee near to him, and all thy brethren the sons of Levi with thee: and seek ye the priesthood also?
11 For which cause both thou and all thy company are gathered together against the LORD: and what is Aaron, that ye murmur against him? 12 And Moses sent to call Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab: which said, We will not come up: 13 Is it a small thing that thou hast brought us up out of a land that floweth with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, except thou make thyself altogether a prince over us? 14 Moreover thou hast not brought us into a land that floweth with milk and honey, or given us inheritance of fields and vineyards: wilt thou put out the eyes of these men? we will not come up. 15 And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the LORD, Respect not thou their offering: I have not taken one ass from them, neither have I hurt one of them.
16 And Moses said unto Korah, Be thou and all thy company before the LORD, thou, and they, and Aaron, to morrow: 17 And take every man his censer, and put incense in them, and bring ye before the LORD every man his censer, two hundred and fifty censers; thou also, and Aaron, each of you his censer. 18 And they took every man his censer, and put fire in them, and laid incense thereon, and stood in the door of the tabernacle of the congregation with Moses and Aaron. 19 And Korah gathered all the congregation against them unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the glory of the LORD appeared unto all the congregation. 20 And the LORD spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying,
21 Separate yourselves from among this congregation, that I may consume them in a moment. 22 And they fell upon their faces, and said, O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, shall one man sin, and wilt thou be wroth with all the congregation? 23 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 24 Speak unto the congregation, saying, Get you up from about the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan,and Abiram. 25 And Moses rose up and went unto Dathan and Abiram; and the elders of Israel followed him.
26 And he spake unto the congregation, saying, Depart, I pray you, from the tents of these wickedmen, and touch nothing of theirs, lest ye be consumed in all their sins. 27 So they gat up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children. 28 And Moses said, Hereby ye shall know that the LORD hath sent me to do all these works; for I have not done them of mine own mind. 29 If these men die the common death of all men, or if they be visited after the visitation of all men; then the LORD hath not sent me. 30 But if the LORD make a new thing, and the earth open her mouth, and swallow them up, with all that appertain unto them, and they go down quick into the pit; then ye shall understand that these men have provoked the LORD.
31 And it came to pass, as he had made an end of speaking all these words, that the ground clave asunder that was under them: 32 And the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up, and their houses, and all the men that appertained unto Korah, and all their goods. 33 They, and all that appertained to them, went down alive into the pit, and the earth closed upon them: and they perished from among the congregation. 34 And all Israel that were round about them fled at the cry of them: for they said, Lest the earthswallow us up also. 35 And there came out a fire from the LORD, and consumed the two hundred and fifty men that offered incense.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 30 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
Today’s Bible reading is a sad story with many important lessons. It is a sad story because many people died avoidable deaths by joining a rebel to gang up against Moses, the man of God. The Bible reading begins by telling us that Korah and two brothers, Dathan and Abiram, came together to confront Moses.
If you study the story carefully, you will see that the rebellion began with Korah because in many verses of the chapter, the words ‘Korah and his company’ were used. Just one man started a rebellion that killed about fifteen thousand people. Rebellion is deadly!
The story might have played out differently if the other people mentioned in the chapter had refused to join Korah in the rebellion when he approached them. They should have discouraged him from being rebellious and counselled him to honour Moses. God can speak to anyone, but He doesn’t choose everyone to lead His people or be at the forefront of His move. If Korah had understood the sacred office that Moses occupied, maybe he wouldn’t have incited a rebellion against him.
Today, there are also rebels in the body of Christ. They think that they know more than the spiritual leaders God placed over them and often believe that they should be at the forefront of what God is doing. If God has not called you into a particular office in His church, don’t try to bring those who occupy such offices down.
Also, don’t try to operate in an office that God has not called you into because you will only expose yourself to danger. King Uzziah became leprous because he tried to function in an office God had not called him into (2 Chronicles 26:16-21). When people rebel against God’s ordained hierarchy, they become stranded in life.
We live in a generation where some young people think they have enough revelation from God’s word to speak against the spiritual elders in the church. When some of them have a large social media following, they begin to think that they have attained a notable spiritual height and can say anything they like to anyone. Popularity and social media followership are, however, not the same as spiritual authority.
Beloved, if there are rebels around you, run far away from them so that you do not partake in their judgement. Also, if you have been speaking disrespectfully against those that God has given the authority to lead the church, repent now. Rebellion is dangerous, and it never profits anyone.
REFLECTION
Are you supporting or keeping company with rebels?
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Luke 21-22
HYMN 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 30 OCTOBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Psalm 68:6 “God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.” This verse presents a stark contrast. God’s heart is to place the lonely in families (community, church) and set prisoners free. However, the rebellious—those who reject God’s order and authority—choose a destiny of isolation and barrenness: they “dwell in a dry land.”
BIBLE READING: Numbers 16:1-35 This passage is a sobering case study on the sin and consequences of rebellion: v. 1-3: The Rebellion: Korah, Dathan, Abiram, and 250 leaders rise up against Moses and Aaron, questioning their God-given authority. v. 28-30: The Judgment: Moses declares that if these men die a natural death, God did not send him. But if God creates a new thing (the earth opens its mouth), it will be a sign of judgment. v. 31-33: The Execution:“The ground clave asunder that was under them… and they perished from among the congregation.” v. 35: The Consumption: Fire from the Lord consumed the 250 men offering incense.
The Deadly Sin of Rebellion
Pastor E.A. Adeboye delivers a critical and timely warning to the body of Christ, using the tragic story of Korah’s rebellion to illustrate a timeless principle: rebellion against God-ordained authority is not a minor offense; it is a deadly sin that invites severe judgment and cuts short destiny.
The Anatomy of Rebellion
It Often Starts with One Person: Korah was the instigator. His pride and ambition infected others, leading to a widespread rebellion that cost 15,000 lives. One rebellious spirit can poison a whole community.
It Masquerades as Righteous Inquiry: Rebels often use spiritual language. They said, “Ye take too much upon you… all the congregation are holy” (v.3). They questioned authority under the guise of promoting equality, but their true motive was a lust for power.
It Rejects God’s Sovereign Choice: God chooses and appoints leaders (1 Corinthians 12:18). Rebellion is ultimately against God Himself, for it is He who sets up and removes authorities (Romans 13:1-2).
The Modern Faces of Rebellion
The devotional identifies clear parallels today:
Undermining Spiritual Leaders: Thinking “they know more” than the pastors and leaders God has placed over them in the local church.
Coveting Unauthorized Offices: Striving for positions God has not anointed or called them to, like King Uzziah who was struck with leprosy for usurping the priest’s office (2 Chronicles 26:16-21).
Social Media Arrogance: Mistaking a large online following for spiritual authority and using that platform to speak disrespectfully against God’s ordained elders.
The Consequences of Rebellion
Divine Judgment: The earth opening and fire from heaven are extreme examples, but God still judges rebellion today through closed doors, spiritual barrenness, and a life that becomes “a dry land” (Psalm 68:6).
Collateral Damage: Rebellion never affects only the rebel. It harms families, congregations, and anyone foolish enough to align with it.
Stranded Destiny: Rebels become “stranded in life.” They forfeit the blessing, protection, and guidance that flow through God’s established order.
The Godly Response
1. For Those in Authority: Lead with humility, integrity, and fear of God, as Moses did. Be a leader worth following.
2. For Everyone Else:
Honor and Respect: Give due honor to those God has placed over you (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13).
Run from Rebels: Do not join in criticism or gossip against leaders. Distance yourself from those who have a rebellious spirit (Proverbs 22:24-25).
Stay in Your Lane: Serve faithfully in the assignment God has given you without coveting another’s.
Repent if Guilty: If you have been speaking against or undermining leadership, repent quickly and seek forgiveness.
Conclusion: Choose Blessing Over Barrenness
Pray this: “Heavenly Father, forgive me for any seed of rebellion, disrespect, or pride in my heart towards the leaders You have placed over me. I choose to honor them as Your representatives. Give me a discerning heart to recognize and flee from a rebellious spirit. Keep me in the place of humility and alignment with Your divine order, so that I may dwell in Your blessing and not in a dry land. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
Action Steps:
Conduct a Heart Check: Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any attitude of rebellion, criticism, or disrespect towards your spiritual leaders.
Pray for Your Leaders: Instead of criticizing, commit to praying regularly for your pastors and church leaders.
Guard Your Associations: Evaluate your close friendships. Are there people who constantly criticize church leadership? Distance yourself.
Embrace Your Assignment: Find joy and fulfillment in serving where God has currently placed you.
Remember: The path of honor and submission is the path of life and blessing. The path of rebellion is the path of isolation and barrenness. Your choice determines your destination.
“God setteth the solitary in families… but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.” (Psalm 68:6). Choose the family over the dry land.
MEMORISE: The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee; Psalms 20:1
READ: Psalms 118:6-12: 6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? 7 The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me. 8 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. 9 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.
10 All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them. 11 They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them. 12 They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 29 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
A person’s future can be influenced by his or her name. For example, Moses was so named in Exodus 2:10 because he was drawn out of water. Throughout his lifetime, he continually had encounters with water. God used him to perform several miracles with water, including: changing water to blood (Exodus 7:20), parting the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21), turning bitter water to sweet water (Exodus 15), and bringing water out of the rock (Exodus 17).
Names are important; this is why God had to change the names of some people in the Bible so that their destinies could be fulfilled. My mother told me that on her way to see a priest concerning my baptismal name, the name she had in mind was Elisha. However, by the time she got to the priest, she had forgotten the name, so she told him that she would name me Enoch. When she shared this story with me, I told her that I would keep the two names – Elisha, who had a double portion of the anointing, and Enoch, the man who walked with God.
The names people are called are important to their destinies, but there is a name that is greater than all names, and that name is JESUS.
In Philippians 2:9-11, the Bible says, “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
In Psalm 118:10-13, David revealed the secret to his victory. He said that when the nations compassed him about, he destroyed them in the name of the Lord. He understood the power in the name of the Lord.
Beloved, is there anything troubling you as a child of God? Does it have a name? If it does, I congratulate you because you have just defeated it. As long as it has a name, there is a name above it. Even if doctors can’t find a name for anything that might be troubling you medically and they say that all they can see from their diagnosis is ‘nothing’, that is still a name, and when you trust in the name of the Lord, you will always be victorious. Call on the name of the Lord today, and He will give you victory over anything that is troubling you.
REFLECTION
Do you have absolute trust in the name of Jesus?
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Luke 19-20
HYMN 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 29 OCTOBER 2025 COMMENTARY
MEMORISE: Psalm 20:1 “The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee.” This is both a prayer and a proclamation. It invokes the covenant-keeping God (the God of Jacob) to actively defend and protect His children through the power inherent in His name when they call upon Him in their day of trouble.
BIBLE READING: Psalms 118:6-12 This passage is a powerful declaration of victory through the name of the Lord: v. 6: “The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?” v. 10-12: “All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them… They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.” The name of the Lord is the believer’s weapon of total victory against overwhelming odds.
The Supremacy of the Name of Jesus
Pastor E.A. Adeboye teaches on the profound power of names, using biblical examples to build a crescendo of faith around the most powerful name in existence: the name of Jesus. While earthly names can influence destiny, the name of Jesus has the ultimate authority to define, command, and transform every situation.
The Power of a Name
Prophetic Destiny: Names often carry prophetic significance, shaping a person’s life and calling, as seen with Moses (“drawn out”) and the renaming of Abram (father) to Abraham (father of many nations).
Spiritual Identity: The names Elisha (God is salvation) and Enoch (dedicated, walked with God) represent a double portion anointing and intimate fellowship, a heritage Daddy Adeboye gratefully acknowledges.
The Name That is Above Every Name
While human names have influence, the name of Jesus exists in a category of its own:
It is Highly Exalted (Philippians 2:9): God the Father has bestowed upon the name of Jesus the highest rank, dignity, and authority in the universe.
It Commands Universal Submission (Philippians 2:10): Every being—in heaven, on earth, and under the earth (demonic forces)—must bow at its utterance. No authority, natural or supernatural, is exempt.
It Secures Universal Confession (Philippians 2:11): Every tongue will be forced to acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord. This name settles every argument and ends every debate.
The Practical Victory in the Name
The name of Jesus is not a theological concept; it is a practical weapon for daily victory.
1. It is Your Defense (Psalm 20:1): When trouble comes, the name of the God of Jacob is your shield and defender. It is a spiritual fortress.
2. It is Your Offensive Weapon (Psalm 118:10-12): Like David, you can “destroy” encircling enemies—sickness, lack, fear, oppression—in the name of the Lord. The name is a weapon of total annihilation against every adversarial force.
3. It is Your Answer to Every Named Trouble: The devotional presents a profound truth: “As long as it has a name, there is a name above it.”
Sickness has a name → Jesus is above it.
Poverty has a name → Jesus is above it.
Depression has a name → Jesus is above it.
Even a diagnosis of ‘nothing’ has a name → Jesus is above it.
How to Activate the Power of the Name
1. Call Upon the Name: In your day of trouble, consciously and audibly call upon the name of Jesus. Speak it in prayer. There is power in the vocalized confession of His name (Romans 10:13).
2. Command in the Name: Follow the biblical model. Do not just plead with God; command the situation to change in the mighty name of Jesus. Address the mountain of sickness or debt and command it to be removed (Mark 11:23).
3. Live in the Authority of the Name: Understand that as a believer, you have been given the legal right to use this name (Mark 16:17-18). Walk in the confidence that every knee must bow to the name you carry.
Conclusion: Your Ultimate Weapon
Pray this: “Lord Jesus, I thank You for the power in Your name. I proclaim today that Your name is above every name—above every sickness, every fear, every lack, and every attack in my life. I call upon Your name now for deliverance and victory over [name your specific situation]. I command every opposing force to bow now in the mighty name of Jesus. I declare that I am more than a conqueror through You. Thank You for the victory. Amen.”
Action Steps:
Name Your Trouble: Clearly identify what you are facing. Write it down.
Find a Scripture: Locate a Bible promise that contradicts that trouble.
Pray and Command: Pray, using the name of Jesus to plead your defense and command the situation to change.
Thank Him: Begin to thank God for the victory as if it has already been accomplished.
Remember: You are not fighting for victory; you are fighting from victory. The battle was won at the cross. Your role is to enforce that victory through the powerful name of Jesus.
“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow…” (Philippians 2:10). Use the name today.
