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The Open Heaven 17 November 2025 devotional for today is WIN SOULS.

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

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OPEN HEAVEN 17 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: WIN SOULS

MEMORISE:
And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Matthew 10:7

READ: Daniel 12:1-3:
1 And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book.
2 And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt.
3 And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 17 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Some time ago, I was invited by the president of my country to preach at his daughter’s wedding. There were many VIPs there – heads of state, diplomats, top government officials, and the like.

At the end of my sermon, I made an altar call. Later, someone called my son and asked, “What kind of pastor is your father, making altar calls at a state wedding?” | explained to my son that the reason I accepted the invitation was because I wanted to win souls for God.

Many of the VIPs at the wedding were not Christians, and I saw it as an opportunity for them to hear God’s word.

The greatest good anyone can do for humanity is to win souls for Christ. If you do this, you are automatically making the world a better place.

Genuine Christians don’t rob banks, so if you win souls, the rate of robbery will reduce. Genuine Christians don’t lie and steal, so if you win souls, there will be less corruption in the society. If you refuse to win souls for Christ, the society will only get worse.

If a genuine Christian runs for a political office and the voters are all corrupt, do you think they will let him or her win? Thieves will not come together to vote a policeman into power.

Therefore, it is important to convert the unbelievers in the society into believers so that the righteous can rule and the land can be prosperous (Proverbs 14:34).

For your society and standard of living to improve, you need to win souls for God, plant churches, and do mighty works for Him. This way, you won’t have to worry about politics. If you win your town for Christ, the leaders of the town will be children of God, and Proverbs 29:2 says that when the righteous rule, the people rejoice.

A soul winner is a vessel that brings salvation to others. He or she is a giver, a blessing, a coworker with God, and a divine partner with Him. Being a soul winner has several benefits.

When you become a soul winner, you will enjoy greater blessings than just being a Christian who does not bear fruits in God’s kingdom because the Bible says that it is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35). Soul winning also gives you greater access to answered prayers (John 15:16).

Beloved, make up your mind to become an ardent soul winner for Christ – it is in your best interest.

ACTION POINT

Tell at least one person about Jesus today

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MEMORISE: Matthew 10:7 (KJV)
“And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.”
This command from Jesus establishes the core mission of every believer: to be a mobile, active herald of the Gospel. It is not a suggestion for a select few but a fundamental identity for all who follow Christ, to be carried out in the context of our daily movement through life.

BIBLE READING: Daniel 12:1-3
This prophetic passage reveals the eternal significance and reward of soul winning:

• v. 1: A time of unprecedented trouble is coming, but those whose names are written in the book of life will be delivered.
• v. 2-3: A stark contrast is presented: some to everlasting life, others to shame and contempt. The climax is in verse 3: “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” Soul winners possess a unique, eternal glory.

The Soul Winner’s Mandate: Transforming Society and Securing Eternity

Pastor E.A. Adeboye delivers a powerful and practical message on the supreme importance of soul winning. He moves it from a mere church activity to the most strategic work a believer can engage in for both societal transformation and personal blessing. Using his personal testimony, he demonstrates that no venue is off-limits for fulfilling this divine commission.

1. The Supreme Good: Soul Winning as Societal Transformation

Beyond Personal Piety to Public Impact:
Daddy Adeboye reframes soul winning as the “greatest good anyone can do for humanity.” He presents a compelling cause-and-effect argument: winning souls directly tackles societal ills at their root—the human heart. A converted soul stops robbing, lying, and stealing, thereby actively making the community safer and more righteous.

The Political Necessity of Evangelism:
The devotional makes a brilliant political-theological point. A righteous leader cannot be elected by a corrupt electorate. Using the analogy, “Thieves will not… vote a policeman into power,” he argues that mass evangelism is the prerequisite for righteous governance. To have godly leaders, you must first have a godly electorate, which is only created through soul winning.

2. The Unashamed Proclamation: Seizing Every Opportunity

No Audience is Too High or Too Secular:
The testimony of the state wedding is a masterclass in spiritual courage and priority. Amidst VIPs and a formal setting, Daddy Adeboye did not compromise the altar call. He saw beyond the social protocol to the eternal destinies at stake. This challenges believers to see every environment—workplaces, social gatherings, schools—as a potential harvest field.

The Result: Righteous Rule and National Prosperity:
The ultimate goal is not just individual salvation but national blessing. He connects soul winning directly to Proverbs 14:34 (“Righteousness exalteth a nation”) and Proverbs 29:2 (“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice”). A soul winner, therefore, is a nation-builder and a agent of societal joy and prosperity.

3. The Personal Benefits of Being a Soul Winner

A Co-Laborer with God:
The soul winner is elevated from being a mere beneficiary of grace to an active “coworker with God” and a “divine partner.” This is the highest honor imaginable—to partner with the Creator in the work of redemption.

The Law of Spiritual Reciprocity:
Daddy Adeboye outlines tangible rewards:

1. Greater Blessing: Acting on the principle of Acts 20:35 (“It is more blessed to give than to receive”), the soul winner enters a realm of blessing that passive Christians do not experience.
2. Access to Answered Prayers: He links soul winning to answered prayers, citing John 15:16, where Jesus appoints us to bear fruit so that whatever we ask the Father in His name, He will give us. Fruitfulness in soul winning clears the channel for powerful prayer.

How to Become an Ardent Soul Winner

1. Shift Your Mindset:
See yourself not just as a believer but as a herald. Your purpose in any social or professional setting is dual: to fulfill your natural role and to look for divine opportunities to represent Christ.

2. Pray for Divine Appointments:
Begin each day by asking the Holy Spirit to lead you to someone whose heart He has prepared to receive the Gospel. Be expectant and ready.

3. Understand that It’s in Your Best Interest:
Internalize the truth that soul winning is not a burdensome duty but a pathway to personal blessing, answered prayers, and eternal reward. It is a “win-win” ordained by God.

Warning: The Consequence of Silence
A refusal to win souls is not neutral; it actively contributes to a worsening society. It leaves corruption, crime, and unrighteousness to flourish unchecked and allows the enemy to maintain his grip on the levers of cultural and political power.

Conclusion: Your Call to Be a World Changer

Pray this:
“Lord Jesus, fill me with Your passion for the lost. Give me the courage of Daddy Adeboye to proclaim Your name in every arena of my life. Make me a wise soul winner who turns many to righteousness. Use me to transform my community and usher in righteous leadership, for the joy of the people and the glory of Your name. I receive the grace and the blessing of this divine partnership, in Jesus’ name.”

Action Steps:

• Identify Your ‘State Wedding’: What is a sphere of your influence (your workplace, gym, social club) where you have been hesitant to share your faith? Commit to looking for one opportunity this week.
• Equip Yourself: Prepare a simple, 3-minute testimony of what Christ has done in your life. This is a non-confrontational way to share the Gospel.
• Pray for Your Leaders: Begin to pray for the salvation of your local and national leaders, that their hearts may be turned to righteousness.

Remember: You are not just saving souls from hell; you are building a better world here and now. Every person you lead to Christ is another brick in the foundation of a righteous, prosperous, and joyful society.

“And they that be wise shall shine… and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” (Daniel 12:3). This is your eternal destiny.

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The Open Heaven 16 November 2025 devotional for today is THE SEED MAKES THE TREE.

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 16 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: THE SEED MAKES THE TREE

MEMORISE:
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6

READ: Judges 13:1-14:
1 And the children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord delivered them into the hand of the Philistines forty years.
2 And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bare not.
3 And the angel of the Lord appeared unto the woman, and said unto her, Behold now, thou art barren, and bearest not: but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son.
4 Now therefore beware, I pray thee, and drink not wine nor strong drink, and eat not any unclean thing:
5 For, lo, thou shalt conceive, and bear a son; and no razor shall come on his head: for the child shall be a Nazarite unto God from the womb: and he shall begin to deliver Israel out of the hand of the Philistines.

6 Then the woman came and told her husband, saying, A man of God came unto me, and his countenance was like the countenance of an angel of God, very terrible: but I asked him not whence he was, neither told he me his name:
7 But he said unto me, Behold, thou shalt conceive, and bear a son; and now drink no wine nor strong drink, neither eat any unclean thing: for the child shall be a Nazarite to God from the womb to the day of his death.
8 Then Manoah intreated the Lord, and said, O my Lord, let the man of God which thou didst send come again unto us, and teach us what we shall do unto the child that shall be born.
9 And God hearkened to the voice of Manoah; and the angel of God came again unto the woman as she sat in the field: but Manoah her husband was not with her.
10 And the woman made haste, and ran, and shewed her husband, and said unto him, Behold, the man hath appeared unto me, that came unto me the other day.

11 And Manoah arose, and went after his wife, and came to the man, and said unto him, Art thou the man that spakest unto the woman? And he said, I am.
12 And Manoah said, Now let thy words come to pass. How shall we order the child, and how shall we do unto him?
13 And the angel of the Lord said unto Manoah, Of all that I said unto the woman let her beware.
14 She may not eat of any thing that cometh of the vine, neither let her drink wine or strong drink, nor eat any unclean thing: all that I commanded her let her observe.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 16 NOVEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

My father, who was a farmer, would always separate the best fruits after a harvest so he could plant their seeds in the next planting season. This is because the quality of the seeds a farmer plants is a major determinant of the quality of his or her harvest.

A seed may seem small and insignificant, but it decides the kind of fruit a tree will produce. In the same vein, a child may seem small and unimportant in the scheme of things at the moment, but the kind of adult the child becomes will shape the future of the family’s lineage. Therefore, how parents raise their children matters much more than the material things they give them.

In today’s Bible reading, an angel appeared to Manoah’s wife and told her she would give birth to a son. Her husband was not with her at the time; however, when he heard what the angel told his wife, he prayed that God would give him his own encounter. God answered his prayer, and when he saw the angel himself, he asked an important question:

And Manoah said, Now let thy words come to pass. How shall we order the child, and how shall we do unto him? Judges 13:12

Manoah was a very wise father who wanted to know how to order and direct the child that

God was about to bless them with so that everything God had said concerning the child would come to pass. Every parent must ask God for direction if they want to raise their children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6). Some parents train their children the same way they were trained and complain that the children are not responding to their training. There is a way to ‘order’ every child, but parents cannot find it without getting acquainted with the One who made the child.

Farmers know that some soils are best for some seeds, but if you take that same seed to another type of soil, it will either not bear fruits or grow at all. For instance, a plant like the cactus can thrive in the desert, but if you plant a water lily in the desert, it will dry up.

God knows the best way to train a child in the way he or she should go. If you are a parent, ask God for the manual on how to train your children so you won’t raise them in a way that is contrary to how He made them.

KEY POINT

Only God knows the way to order and raise every child.

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MEMORISE: Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
This foundational scripture reveals that parenting is not a passive process but an intentional act of “training.” The phrase “in the way he should go” implies a unique, God-given path for each child, requiring discernment from parents to identify and nurture it.

BIBLE READING: Judges 13:1-14
This passage provides a powerful biblical model for expectant and new parents:

• v. 1-5: God initiates the promise of a child (Samson) with a specific destiny (to begin delivering Israel) and gives initial, specific instructions for his Nazirite consecration.
• v. 6-8: The wife relays the message to Manoah, who immediately prays for his own encounter and guidance. This shows the father’s active engagement from the very beginning.
• v. 9-14: God answers Manoah’s prayer. His central question in verse 12 is the climax: “How shall we order the child, and how shall we do unto him?”

The Divine Manual for Parenting: Seeking God’s Blueprint for Each Child

Pastor E.A. Adeboye shifts from spiritual warfare to the foundational battlefield of the family. Using the powerful analogy of a farmer and his seeds, he teaches that parenting is the most strategic form of sowing into the future. The success of the harvest depends not on generic methods, but on seeking and applying God’s unique manual for each child.

1. The Parenting Paradigm: Farmer and Seed

The Quality of the Seed Determines the Harvest’s Potential:
A farmer carefully selects the best seeds, knowing they contain the entire genetic blueprint for the future plant. In the same way, parents are stewards of the unique, God-given potential embedded within each child. The “seed” is the child’s inherent destiny, calling, and personality.

The Parent’s Role is Cultivation, Not Creation:
The parent, like the farmer, does not create the seed but is responsible for the environment and process that allows it to flourish. The material things provided are less important than the spiritual and character soil in which the child is planted.

2. The Manoah Model: Asking the Critical Question

Proactive Pursuit of Divine Direction:
Manoah stands as a model for all parents. He did not assume he knew how to raise the child of promise. His prayer, “How shall we order the child…?” is the most important question a parent can ask God. It acknowledges that the Creator holds the instruction manual for His creation.

Beyond Inherited Patterns:
Daddy Adeboye directly addresses a common pitfall: training children “the same way they were trained.” This one-size-fits-all approach is like planting every seed the same way, regardless of its type. It leads to frustration and stunted growth because it ignores the child’s God-wired design.

3. The Principle of Individual Design

Every Child Has a “Way” They “Should Go”:
The proverb does not say “train every child the same way.” It implies that each child has a specific “way”—a divinely ordained bent, calling, and temperament. Discerning this “way” is the parent’s primary responsibility.

The Soil Must Match the Seed:
The analogy of the cactus and the water lily is brilliant. A parenting style that works for one child (a discipline-heavy “desert”) might wither a sensitive, artistic child (a “water lily”) who needs more encouragement and nurturing. Parents must seek God to understand the specific “soil conditions” each of their children needs to thrive.

How to Parent by Divine Blueprint

1. Pray the Manoah Prayer Early and Often:
From pregnancy through adulthood, consistently ask God: “Lord, show me how to order this child. What is the unique way You have designed them to go? Give me Your strategy for their life.”

2. Study Your Child Through Spiritual Lenses:
Observe your child not just for behavioral issues, but for spiritual gifts, natural inclinations, and passions. These are clues from the Holy Spirit about their God-given design. Pray for discernment to see them as God sees them.

3. Partner with the Holy Spirit, the Ultimate Guide:
You cannot figure this out on your own. “Get acquainted with the One who made the child.” Develop your own intimacy with the Holy Spirit, who knows the deep things of God (1 Corinthians 2:10) and can reveal the deep things of your child.

Warning: The Danger of Assembly-Line Parenting
Raising children based solely on tradition, cultural trends, or pressure from other parents risks forcing a child into a mold God never intended for them. This can lead to a lifetime of frustration, a sense of not fulfilling their destiny, and ultimately, a departure from the faith if the “training” feels alien to their God-given identity.

Conclusion: Your Highest Calling as a Parent

Pray this:
“Heavenly Father, I acknowledge that You are the Creator of my child/children. I confess my need for Your wisdom. Like Manoah, I ask You today: How shall I order this child? Give me the divine manual for their life. Help me to discern their unique design and to cultivate it with love, discipline, and grace, so they may grow into the mighty tree of righteousness You destined them to be, in Jesus’ name.”

Action Steps:

• Schedule a “Manoah Moment”: Set aside dedicated time this week to pray specifically for each of your children by name, asking God for one specific insight into their character or calling.
• Journal Their Uniqueness: Start a spiritual journal for each child. Note their prayers, questions, passions, and struggles. Look for patterns that reveal their God-given “bent.”
• Commit to a Fresh Start: If you have been using a one-size-fits-all approach, repent and ask God for a fresh strategy tailored to each child.

Remember: You are not just raising a child; you are nurturing a destiny. The time you spend seeking God’s blueprint for their life is the greatest investment you will ever make.

“And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.” (Isaiah 54:13). This is your promise as you partner with Him.

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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).

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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.

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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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