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The Open Heaven 3 January 2026 devotional for today is EMBRACE HIS WORD.

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 3 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: EMBRACE HIS WORD

MEMORISE:
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12

READ: Genesis 1:1-5
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.
4 And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness.
5 And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And the evening and the morning were the first day.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 3 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Before the first dawn in Genesis 1, there was God. The Bible says that in the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth. This means that before the first day ever came, God had been around.

John 1:l says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” God is the creator of the beginning, and He created the beginning with His word. He created this new year and everything that will happen in it with His word.

Therefore, if you want to be in control of events in this new year, you must pay close attention to the word of God.

And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. 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 11:22-23

According to the Scripture above, if you have faith in God, you can command mountains to move, and they will move. The Bible also tells us in Romans 10:17 that faith comes by hearing the word of God. The amount of God’s word you allow into your heart this year will determine how powerful you will be against mountains. If you study God’s word daily, whenever you encounter a mountain, you will be so full of the word and faith that when you speak to that mountain, it will disappear.

Psalm 107:20 say:
He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.

There are certain illnesses that no doctor on earth can treat. There are also certain surgeries that doctors have not yet discovered how to perform. Some surgeries are now carried out by laser light that penetrates parts of the body that scalpels cannot reach. This is why, when the Bible says that the entrance of God’s word gives light (Psalm 119:130), it means that when God sends His word, it cures the incurable and penetrates areas of a person’s life that seemed impossible to reach.

Beloved, embrace God’s word more than ever before this year. Study, meditate on, and confess it diligently every day. As you fill your heart with the word of God and make it your companion at all times this year, I decree that you will experience all-round victory, in Jesus’ name.

ACTION POINT:

Make a commitment to follow the Bible-in-On-Year schedule in this devotional throughout this year.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 9-12

HYMN 3: ANCIENT WORDS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 3 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Hebrews 4:12
“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”
This verse reveals the living, active, and surgical nature of God’s Word. It is not merely text; it is a divine instrument that operates with precision, separating truth from deception in our innermost being and empowering decisive spiritual action.

BIBLE READING: Genesis 1:1-5
This foundational passage establishes the creative primacy of God and His Word. Before “Day One,” God was. The dawn of creation itself was spoken into existence, setting the precedent that every new beginning, season, and year is framed and authored by the Word of God.

The Primacy and Power of God’s Word

Daddy Adeboye directs our focus to the ultimate source of authority and control: the spoken Word of God. The devotional argues that just as God used His Word to establish order over the primordial chaos, you must use that same Word to establish order and victory over the chaos of your life in this new year.

1. God’s Word is Foundational to Every Beginning

The Pre-Existent Word:
Before the first dawn, there was God. Before any earthly calendar, there was the Eternal Word (John 1:1). This means that to navigate any new season successfully, you must connect to the reality that existed before it—the unchanging Word. Your year is not controlled by economic forecasts or global events, but by the Word that framed the world.

Creative Authority:
God didn’t just observe the beginning; He created it with His Word. Therefore, your approach to the year must be proactive creation, not passive reaction. By speaking God’s Word in faith, you partner with Him to create outcomes, shape atmospheres, and establish realities in your life.

2. Your Voice Activated by His Word Moves Mountains

The Mechanism of Faith:
Faith in God (Mark 11:22) is not a vague feeling; it is a confident force birthed and sustained by specific exposure to God’s Word (Romans 10:17). Daddy Adeboye clarifies: your spiritual authority is directly proportional to your spiritual intake. The “mountains” of obstacle, sickness, or failure cannot withstand the spoken command of a believer whose heart is saturated with Scripture.

The Principle of Saturation and Release:
You will not rise to the occasion in crisis. You will default to your level of saturation. Daily study builds a reservoir of the Word so that when a mountain appears, your spirit, already full, releases a authoritative command of faith that dismantles it. Empty hearts have no authority; full hearts command with divine power.

3. God’s Word is a Surgical and Healing Instrument

Beyond Human Remedy:
Psalm 107:20 reveals that God’s Word is His chosen delivery system for healing and deliverance. Doctors have limits—some illnesses are untreatable, some areas unreachable. God’s Word, like a spiritual laser, penetrates beyond where any human instrument can reach, targeting the root of spiritual, emotional, and physical destruction.

The Illuminating Entrance:
Psalm 119:130 states that the entrance of God’s Word gives light. This means understanding and revelation are what bring change. It’s not about reciting verses in the dark, but about allowing the Word to enter your understanding until it illuminates the problem and itself becomes the solution. It brings diagnostic light and healing power simultaneously.

How to Exercise Dominion Through The Word This Year

Embrace, Study, Meditate, Confess:
Daddy Adeboye outlines a four-fold strategy:

1. Embrace: Receive it with love and submission as your final authority.
2. Study: Engage it intellectually and systematically (2 Timothy 2:15).
3. Meditate: Marinate your spirit in it through continual reflection (Joshua 1:8).
4. Confess: Vocalize it consistently, aligning your speech with God’s reality.

Make It Your Constant Companion:
The Word must be your non-negotiable daily companion—more constant than your phone. This constant communion transforms your thought patterns, renews your mind (Romans 12:2), and programs your spirit for victory.

Warning: A Word-Starved Life is a Powerless Life

To neglect the Word is to voluntarily disarm yourself in a year of spiritual battles. You cannot command what you do not know. Cultural Christianity—hearing without doing, knowing without obeying—leaves you vulnerable and unable to shape your year.

Conclusion: Decree Your All-Round Victory

Pray this:
“Almighty God, Creator of all beginnings, I anchor my year in Your eternal Word. Saturate my heart with Your Scriptures. Let Your living Word be so mighty within me that every mountain of adversity trembles and flees at my command. I receive its surgical precision to heal every hidden brokenness and its creative power to establish my victory. This year, I shall have whatsoever I say according to Your Word, in Jesus’ name!”

Action Steps:

1. The 5-a-Day Plan: Commit to reading at least 5 chapters of the Bible daily to ensure comprehensive saturation.
2. Scripture Arsenal: Identify and write down 10 key verses addressing your core challenges (finances, health, family). Confess them aloud every morning and night.
3. Mountain Identification: Name one specific “mountain” in your life. Each day this week, speak directly to it using a specific command drawn from Scripture (e.g., “Mountain of debt, be removed and cast into the sea, for I am the lender and not the borrower, according to Deuteronomy 28:12”).
4. Weekly Meditation: Choose one verse per week. Write it on a card, and meditate on it during every idle moment.

Remember: The same Word that commanded light to shine out of darkness is living inside you. Your year is not at the mercy of chaos; it is under the authority of the Word you carry.
“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.” (Psalm 107:20). Let this be your year of all-round victory through The Word.

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The Open Heaven 2 January 2026 devotional for today is THE GIFT OF A NEW DAWN.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 1 January 2026 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 2 JANUARY 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE GIFT OF A NEW DAWN

MEMORISE:
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
Psalm 30:5

READ: Exodus 12:30-36
30 And Pharaoh rose up in the night, he, and all his servants, and all the Egyptians; and there was a great cry in Egypt; for there was not a house where there was not one dead.
31 And he called for Moses and Aaron by night, and said, Rise up, and get you forth from among my people, both ye and the children of Israel; and go, serve the Lord, as ye have said.
32 Also take your flocks and your herds, as ye have said, and be gone; and bless me also.
33 And the Egyptians were urgent upon the people, that they might send them out of the land in haste; for they said, We be all dead men.

34 And the people took their dough before it was leavened, their kneadingtroughs being bound up in their clothes upon their shoulders.
35 And the children of Israel did according to the word of Moses; and they borrowed of the Egyptians jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment:
36 And the Lord gave the people favour in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they lent unto them such things as they required. And they spoiled the Egyptians.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 JANUARY 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

At a time, Israel enjoyed the best in Egypt (Genesis 47:1-11). However, when a new king who didn’t know Joseph began to rule, daytime became night for the children of Israel, and their joy turned into sorrow.

The Egyptians made life unbearable for them and things became so bad that the sons of the Israelites had death waiting for them even before they were born (Exodus 1:8-22). It was a very dark time for the children of Israel.

However, when the Lord decided to turn their night into morning in Exodus 12:42, He judged their enemies and gave them a new dawn.

When God wants to bring a new dawn into a person’s life, He will often rise against the enemies he or she might have and deal with them.

On that particular night in Exodus 12:42, there was a great cry in Egypt because at least one person died in every Egyptian household. It was so terrible that Pharaoh had to let the Israelites go that same night. He told them to leave Egypt at once with all their flocks and also asked them to bless him.

What had been impossible for 430 years became possible in one night (Exodus 12:40-41) because God gave His people a new dawn and judged their enemies. In the name above all names, anything and anyone who wants to keep you in perpetual bondage will experience the judgment of God.

The Israelites’ new dawn came with a new economic and financial upgrade. The children of Israel took so much silver and gold from the Egyptians that today’s Bible reading says that they spoiled the Egyptians.

When you tell someone that you are travelling with your entire household and that fellow still lends you his or her jewellery, knowing that you may never return, that is an unusual kind of favour.

When God gives you a new dawn, you will begin to operate in divine favour. The Israelites found favour in the sight of the people who had hated them.

I decree that those who refused to help you before will begin to run around to help you from now on, in Jesus’ name.

Beloved, Jesus can give you a new dawn today. He can turn your story around and give you beauty for your ashes (Isaiah 61:3).

I encourage you to pray today’s prayer point with fervency and faith. Cry out to God until He gives you a new dawn, just like He did for the Israelites.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please give me a new dawn od favour, in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Genesis 5-8

HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 2 JANUARY 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Psalm 30:5
“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”
This profound scripture contrasts the fleeting nature of divine discipline with the enduring power of His favor. It establishes the spiritual principle that seasons of darkness and sorrow are temporary for the child of God, and are divinely ordained to give way to a glorious dawn of joy and restoration.

BIBLE READING: Exodus 12:30-36
This passage captures the pivotal moment of Israel’s deliverance, where a single night of judgment upon their oppressors marked the end of 430 years of bondage. It demonstrates that God’s intervention can compress centuries of struggle into a single transformative moment, shifting power dynamics and releasing unprecedented provision.

The Dawn After a Long Night

Daddy Adeboye masterfully uses the Exodus narrative to illustrate a universal spiritual truth: no season of darkness, no matter how prolonged, is beyond the redemptive power of God to turn into a glorious morning. The devotional moves from historical account to present-day promise, assuring believers that their “Egypt” is not their end.

1. The Nature of Spiritual Night

Prolonged Darkness:
The Israelites’ 430 years in Egypt, especially the intense oppression under a new Pharaoh, symbolize seasons where God’s promises seem dormant, and hardship feels permanent (Exodus 1:8-14). This night is characterized by frustration, limitation, and seemingly unanswered prayers.

Divine Purpose in the Wait:
Even in the night, God was preparing His people. The suffering galvanized their identity as a nation and made them cry out for a deliverer (Exodus 2:23-24). Our darkest periods often incubate the faith and desperation necessary for a true deliverance, not just a temporary relief.

2. The Catalyst for a New Dawn: Divine Judgment

God Fights for His People:
As Pastor E.A. Adeboye emphasizes, a new dawn often requires God rising against the enemies of our destiny (Exodus 12:12). The “great cry” in Egypt signifies that God Himself handles the battles we could never win, dismantling systemic strongholds and oppressive powers in a single night.

The Sovereignty of God’s Timing:
The “night of watching” (Exodus 12:42) was set by God’s calendar, not Israel’s desperation. It teaches us that our deliverance is appointed. When God’s set time comes, strongholds that have stood for generations collapse overnight, making way for sudden, sweeping freedom.

3. The Evidence of Your New Dawn

Supernatural Favor and Upgrade:
The spoiling of the Egyptians (Exodus 12:36) was more than payment; it was a transfer of wealth and a divine upgrade. Those who once inflicted pain now voluntarily handed over their treasures. Daddy Adeboye calls this “unusual favour”—where former adversaries become unwilling instruments of your prosperity.

Restoration of Joy and Identity:
Leaving Egypt meant more than physical freedom; it was a restoration of destiny. The weeping of bondage was replaced by the joy of a people moving toward their promised inheritance. God doesn’t just free you from something; He frees you for something—your ordained purpose.

How to Position for Your Morning

Persistent, Faith-Filled Prayer:
The Israelites’ cry came up to God (Exodus 2:23). Your fervent prayer is the incense that rises to heaven, activating divine intervention. Do not stop crying out. As the devotional urges, pray until the dawn breaks.

Obedience in the Night:
Israel’s deliverance required them to obey the strange instructions of the Passover (Exodus 12:21-28). Your obedience in the dark season—applying the blood of Jesus (our Passover Lamb) to your life through faith—secures you when the judgment against your enemies is executed.

Expectation of the Sudden Shift:
Live in active expectation. The Israelites packed and were ready to leave (Exodus 12:11). Your faith-filled expectancy demonstrates that you believe God’s promise of morning is true, even while it’s still night.

Warning: Don’t Get Comfortable in the Night

The Danger of Familiar Bondage:
Some Israelites later longed to return to Egypt (Numbers 11:5). Do not romanticize the “night” season or grow accustomed to limitation. Believe God for the dawn and refuse to settle for anything less than His full promise.

Conclusion: Your Morning is Decreed

Pray this with fervency:
“Lord Jesus, Sun of Righteousness, I decree the end of my long night! Arise and judge every Egypt holding me in bondage. I receive my new dawn of freedom, supernatural favour, and divine upgrade. Turn my weeping into joy and my shame into glory. Let this be my season of spoiling the enemy and walking into my promised land, in Jesus’ mighty name!”

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your “Egypt”: Write down the area of your life that feels like perpetual night—be it financial, marital, health, or spiritual.
2. Apply the Blood: In prayer, consciously apply the covenant blood of Jesus over that situation, declaring your protection and deliverance.
3. Pack Your Bags: Perform one practical act of faith this week that demonstrates you believe your change is coming (e.g., sowing a seed, applying for that role, starting that project).
4. Decree Daily: For 7 days, declare Psalm 30:5 over your life every morning and evening, prophesying your dawn.

Remember: Your night has a divinely ordained expiry date. The moment of favor is coming, and with it, a life-transforming dawn.
“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5). Your morning is here.

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The Open Heaven 13 November 2025 devotional for today is DISCERNING OF SPIRITS I

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heaven 12 November 2025 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVEN 13 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: DISCERNING OF SPIRITS I

MEMORISE:
And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.
2 Corinthians 11:14

READ: 1 John 4:1-3:
1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
2 Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God:
3 And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 13 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Many children of God have fallen into the devil’s trap because they lacked the gift of the discerning of spirits. Usually, the messengers that the devil sends to believers appear as angels of light (2 Corinthians 11:14).

They usually seem harmless and very likeable, such that believers let their guards down around them and put their trust in them. By the time such believers realise that they are dealing with the devil’s agents, major damage would have been done, and they would have lost ground to the devil where their destiny is concerned.

However, if such believers have the gift of the discerning of spirits, they will get an inward witness, warning them about the devil’s agents.

Some Christian ladies have married occultic men who disguised themselves as born-again Christians because they did not have the gift of the discerning of spirits. Likewise, some believers have engaged in businesses with the wrong people because they lacked the gift of the discerning of spirits.

Christian employers should not only look at the qualifications of the people they intend to employ; they should also be sensitive to discern the kind of spirits they carry so they do not impact their organisations negatively.

In 1980, I attended the wedding ceremony of one of my three close friends at the time. When I got to the venue, one of the other two friends welcomed me warmly and was doing everything to make me comfortable by offering me all kinds of drinks, food, and souvenirs.

Suddenly, I heard God say, “He is your enemy.” I was shocked because I was really close to him and thought I knew him so well. However, I started treading carefully around him from that day on. Sometime later, I confronted him with what God told me, but he denied being an enemy.

Some months later, we met again to discuss issues concerning the church after the death of my Father in the Lord. There, he showed his true colours and said, “From the day you came into this church, I hated you.”

Beloved, if you don’t have the gift of the discerning of spirits, you most likely will commit the error of making an enemy a friend and a friend an enemy. This is why you must ask God for the gift of the discerning of spirits so you can truly know the spirits controlling the people around you. I pray that every devil disguised as an angel of light around you will be exposed, in Jesus’ name.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please give me the gift of the discerning of spirits.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Acts 6-7

HYMN 33: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH!

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 13 NOVEMBER 2025 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: 2 Corinthians 11:14 (KJV)
“And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.”
This verse unveils the core strategy of the enemy: deception through disguise. Satan does not always present himself as a grotesque monster; his most effective attacks come through attractive, reasonable, and even “spiritual” facades that are designed to bypass our spiritual defenses.

BIBLE READING: 1 John 4:1-3
This passage provides the biblical mandate and method for spiritual discernment:

• v. 1: A direct command: “Believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God.”Discernment is not an option; it is a necessity for every believer.
• v. 2-3: The foundational test: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God. The spirit of antichrist denies this truth. This tests the spirit’s allegiance to the core truth of the Gospel.

The Divine X-Ray: Discerning the Spirit Behind the Smile

Pastor E.A. Adeboye moves from the internal character issue of pride to a critical external spiritual skill: discernment. He teaches that in the spiritual regime of the Holy Spirit, believers must be equipped to see beyond natural appearances to perceive the true spiritual forces at work, especially when they are cloaked in light.

1. The Enemy’s Primary Strategy: Deceptive Packaging

Angels of Light, Not Darkness:
The greatest threats to a believer’s destiny rarely come from obvious sources of evil. The devil’s most effective agents are charming, likable, and often appear to be “harmless.” They gain access through trust, friendship, and the appearance of virtue, making their eventual betrayal or negative influence all the more devastating.

The High Stakes of Discernment:
Daddy Adeboye outlines the catastrophic consequences of lacking this gift:

• Marital Destruction: Christian women marrying men who are secretly occultic.
• Financial Ruin: Believers entering business partnerships with the wrong people.
• Organizational Sabotage: Employers hiring qualified but spiritually toxic employees.
  In each case, “major damage” is done before the true nature is revealed.

2. The Nature of the Gift of Discerning Spirits

Beyond Natural Suspicion:
This is not a hyper-critical spirit or paranoia. It is a supernatural revelation from the Holy Spirit that exposes the true spiritual identity or agenda behind a person, situation, or teaching. It is an “inward witness,” a divine alarm bell that rings when something is not of God.

A Necessary Component of the Spirit-Filled Life:
While all believers have a measure of discernment through the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 2:15), the gift of discerning of spirits (1 Corinthians 12:10) is a special manifestation granted for specific situations. It is not for judging motives, but for identifying the spirit at work—whether it is of God, of the flesh, or of the devil.

3. A Personal Testimony: The Friend Who Was an Enemy

The Shock of Divine Revelation:
Daddy Adeboye’s personal story is a powerful case study. His friend’s outward actions were warm, generous, and welcoming. By all natural appearances, he was a close ally. The divine revelation, “He is your enemy,” was therefore shocking and counter-intuitive.

The Confirmation of True Colors:
The initial denial was part of the deception. However, in a moment of truth, the friend’s hidden hatred was revealed, confirming the divine warning. This testimony underscores that the gift of discernment is not based on evidence but on revelation, and it often protects us long before the enemy’s plan is fully manifest.

How to Cultivate and Operate in Spiritual Discernment

1. Ask for the Gift Diligently:
This gift is crucial for protection. Follow the biblical pattern and ask God for it (1 Corinthians 12:31, 14:1). Be persistent in your request, understanding its importance for your destiny.

2. Stay Sensitized Through Holiness:
A heart cluttered with sin and worldly compromise muffles the Holy Spirit’s voice. A life of holiness, prayer, and intimacy with God keeps your spiritual senses sharp and able to detect even subtle deceptions (Hebrews 5:14).

3. Test Every Spirit by the Word:
The ultimate plumb line is Scripture. Does the person, teaching, or opportunity align with the truth of God’s Word? The first test, as in 1 John 4:2, is the confession of Jesus Christ as Lord come in the flesh. Any deviation from core biblical truth is a red flag.

Warning: The Cost of a Dull Spirit
Living without active discernment is like walking through a minefield blindfolded. You will commit the fatal error of “making an enemy a friend and a friend an enemy,” trusting the wrong people and distrusting the right ones. This leaves you vulnerable to catastrophic spiritual, emotional, and financial damage.

Conclusion: Your Prayer for Divine Exposure

Pray this:
“Holy Spirit, my Teacher and Guide, I ask You for the gift of discerning of spirits. Sharpen my spiritual senses to perceive the true nature of the spirits and people around me. Expose every agent of the devil disguised as an angel of light. Let no deceptive friendship, partnership, or opportunity derail my destiny. I rely on Your revelation to walk in safety and wisdom, in Jesus’ name.”

Action Steps:

• Pray for Key Relationships: Bring your close friends, potential spouse, and business partners before God and ask Him specifically to reveal any hidden deception.
• Study Deception in Scripture: Read about Judas Iscariot (John 12:4-6), the story of Gehazi (2 Kings 5:20-27), and the “false apostles” in 2 Corinthians 11. Note the patterns of deception.
• Practice in Prayer: When you feel uneasy about a situation or person, don’t dismiss it. Pray into it. Ask the Holy Spirit for clarity. Journal what you sense and watch for confirmation.

Remember: In the regime of the Holy Spirit, you are not called to be gullible. You are called to be as harmless as a dove but as wise as a serpent (Matthew 10:16). The gift of discerning of spirits is a key part of that serpentine wisdom.

“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.” (1 John 4:1). This is your command and your protection.

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The Open Heaven 6 October 2025 devotional for today is NEW LIFE.

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 6 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: NEW LIFE

MEMORISE:
Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:
John 11:25

READ: John 11:1-44
1 Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha.
2 (It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whosebrother Lazarus was sick.)
3 Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.
4 When Jesus heard that, he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby.
5 Now Jesus loved Martha, and her sister, and Lazarus.

6 When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place wherehe was.
7 Then after that saith he to his disciples, Let us go into Judaea again.
8 His disciples say unto him, Master, the Jews of late sought to stone thee; and goest thou thither again?
9 Jesus answered, Are there not twelve hours in the day? If any man walk in the day, he stumbleth not, because he seeth the light of this world.
10 But if a man walk in the night, he stumbleth, because there is no light in him.

11 These things said he: and after that he saith unto them, Our friend Lazarus sleepeth; but I go, that I may awake him out of sleep.
12 Then said his disciples, Lord, if he sleep, he shall do well.
13 Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep.
14 Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead.
15 And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him.

16 Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.
17 Then when Jesus came, he found that he had lain in the grave four days already.
18 Now Bethany was nigh unto Jerusalem, about fifteen furlongs off:
19 And many of the Jews came to Martha and Mary, to comfort them concerning their brother.
20 Then Martha, as soon as she heard that Jesus was coming, went and met him: but Mary sat still in the house.

21 Then said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died.
22 But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee.
23 Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother shall rise again.
24 Martha saith unto him, I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day.
25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

26 And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?
27 She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: I believe that thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world.
28 And when she had so said, she went her way, and called Mary her sister secretly, saying, The Master is come, and calleth for thee.
29 As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly, and came unto him.
30 Now Jesus was not yet come into the town, but was in that place where Martha met him.

31 The Jews then which were with her in the house, and comforted her, when they saw Mary, that she rose up hastily and went out, followed her, saying, She goeth unto the grave to weep there.
32 Then when Mary was come where Jesus was, and saw him, she fell down at his feet, saying unto him, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died.
33 When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled,
34 And said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see.
35 Jesus wept.

36 Then said the Jews, Behold how he loved him!
37 And some of them said, Could not this man, which opened the eyes of the blind, have caused that even this man should not have died?
38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone layupon it.
39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days.
40 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?

41 Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.
42 And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.
43 And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.
44 And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 OCTOBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Years ago, a pregnant woman was told by her doctors that her baby had died in her womb. The doctors told her that they needed to remove the dead baby from her womb because it was already decaying, and it posed a health risk to her.

However, because the RCCG Congress was near, she told them, “Let me go to the congress first; if God does not perform a miracle, then you can remove the baby.” They told her, “If we delay the procedure for one more week, you will likely die.” Still, she insisted on attending the programme.

On the first and second days of the programme, nothing happened. However, on the third day, God’s power came down so heavily that I could not stand; I had to ask for a chair while I was preaching.

As I was about to sit down, God spoke and said that there was a woman in the congregation whose baby had died in her womb for a long time, and He was bringing the baby back to life. Instantly, the baby came back to life, and she delivered the baby in due time.

Beloved, if your business, marriage, ministry, or any other part of your life has been pronounced dead, I decree that God will breathe new life into it, in Jesus’ name.

One of our members attended a programme where we anointed some handkerchiefs. Some days later, while driving to Lagos, he saw a crowd gathered on the road. Out of curiosity, he came out of his car and discovered that a motorcyclist had been knocked down by a vehicle, and he lay dead by the roadside. He was moved with compassion and then had a leading to bring out the anointed handkerchief and lay it on the corpse. He found his way through the crowd, laid the handkerchief on the dead man, and said, “Get up!” The onlookers thought he was mentally unstable until they saw the dead man come back to life.

God can restore dead things to life and make them as good as new. He can revive a dead business, breathe new life into it, and bring it to a place of global relevance. He can also revive a dead marriage and make it as good as new again. Nothing is ‘too dead’ where Jesus is concerned because He is the resurrection and the life (John 11:25). If He raised Lazarus after he had been dead for four days, no case is impossible with Him (Luke 1:37).

KEY POINT

Nothing stays dead when God comes on the scene.

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MEMORISE: John 11:25
“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.”
This is the ultimate declaration of Christ’s authority over death. It is not merely a promise for the afterlife but a present-tense reality for any situation that has succumbed to spiritual, emotional, or physical death. He is the source of all life and restoration.

The God of Resurrection Power

Pastor E.A. Adeboye uses powerful testimonies to anchor our faith in a fundamental truth: no situation is beyond the life-giving power of Jesus Christ. What man declares dead and hopeless, God can declare alive and restored. Your “dead” situation is a platform for God’s greatest miracle.

The Nature of God’s Resurrection Power

• It Defies Medical and Natural Laws: The testimony of the pregnant woman confirms that God’s power supersedes every medical report and natural conclusion. Where doctors see decay and risk, God sees an opportunity for a creative miracle (Jeremiah 32:27).
• It Responds to Desperate Faith: The woman’s refusal to accept the doctor’s verdict, even at the risk of her own life, was a powerful act of faith. She positioned herself for a miracle by prioritizing God’s presence over human solution (Matthew 9:21-22).
• It Works Through Anointed Means: The testimony of the man with the handkerchief shows that God uses consecrated objects as points of contact for faith (Acts 19:11-12). The power is not in the object itself but in the God who honors it and the faith that activates it.
• It is Comprehensive: God’s resurrection power is not limited to physical death. It applies to every area of life:
  • Dead Businesses: God can revive a failing enterprise and bring it to global relevance.
  • Dead Marriages: God can breathe new life into a relationship that seems cold, loveless, and beyond repair.
  • Dead Ministries: God can revitalize a call that seems to have stagnated or failed.
  • Dead Dreams: God can resurrect visions and promises that have been buried by time and disappointment.

How to Engage God’s Resurrection Power

1. Refuse to Accept the Death Sentence:
Like the pregnant woman, you must choose to believe God’s report over man’s report (Isaiah 53:1). Do not sign the certificate of death for your situation. Your stubborn faith is the first step toward resurrection.

2. Position Yourself in God’s Presence:
The miracle happened at the congress. Bring your “dead” situation to the place of prayer, worship, and the preaching of God’s word. It is in His presence that life is found (Psalm 16:11).

3. Obey the Prophetic Word:
God spoke a specific word that triggered the miracle. Listen for God’s word concerning your situation through preaching, prayer, and the inward witness of the Holy Spirit. Act on it immediately.

4. Use Your Point of Contact:
The anointed handkerchief was a point of contact. Your point of contact could be a specific scripture you stand on, a prayer you pray, or an act of obedience God requires. Exercise your faith through a tangible action.

5. Speak to the Dead Situation:
Like the member who said, “Get up!” and like Ezekiel who prophesied to the bones, command life into your situation in the name of Jesus (Mark 11:23). Your words carry creative power when aligned with God’s will.

Warning: Do Not Bury It Prematurely
The story of Lazarus teaches us that God’s timing is perfect, even when it seems delayed (John 11:6). Do not give up and spiritually “bury” your situation before God’s appointed time. What seems like a delay is often God setting the stage for a greater glory.

Conclusion: Receive Life Now

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, You are the Resurrection and the Life. I bring my dead [mention the situation: business, marriage, health, dream] before You today. I refuse every report of death and decay. I speak life into it now by Your authority! Breathe upon it, O breath of God. Restore it and make it whole, better than it was before, for Your glory. I believe that nothing is too dead for You. Amen.”

Action Steps:

1. Identify the “Dead” Area: Clearly define what situation in your life needs resurrection.
2. Find Your Scripture: Locate 2-3 Bible promises that contradict the “death report” and speak them over your situation daily.
3. Act in Faith: Perform a practical act of faith that demonstrates your belief in God’s resurrection power (e.g., planning for the business, showing love in the marriage).
4. Share Your Testimony: When the turnaround comes, testify of God’s power to others to strengthen their faith.

Remember: The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in you (Romans 8:11). That power is actively available to quicken every mortal—or seemingly mortal—situation in your life.

“I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.”(John 11:25). Believe this, and you will see the glory of God.

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