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The Open Heavens 28 August 2026 devotional for today is REFUEL, RECHARGE, RELOAD II.

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

• Read: RCCG Open Heavens 27 August 2026 Devotional

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OPEN HEAVENS 28 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: REFUEL, RECHARGE, RELOAD II

MEMORISE:

But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,
Jude 1:20

READ: Mark 14:32-50

³² And they came to a place which was named Gethsemane: and he saith to his disciples, Sit ye here, while I shall pray.
³³ And he taketh with him Peter and James and John, and began to be sore amazed, and to be very heavy;
³⁴ And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch.
³⁵ And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him.

³⁶ And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.
³⁷ And he cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour?
³⁸ Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak.
³⁹ And again he went away, and prayed, and spake the same words.
⁴⁰ And when he returned, he found them asleep again, (for their eyes were heavy,) neither wist they what to answer him.

⁴¹ And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
⁴² Rise up, let us go; lo, he that betrayeth me is at hand.
⁴³ And immediately, while he yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders.
⁴⁴ And he that betrayed him had given them a token, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he; take him, and lead him away safely.
⁴⁵ And as soon as he was come, he goeth straightway to him, and saith, Master, master; and kissed him.

⁴⁶ And they laid their hands on him, and took him.
⁴⁷ And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.
⁴⁸ And Jesus answered and said unto them, Are ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and with staves to take me?
⁴⁹ I was daily with you in the temple teaching, and ye took me not: but the scriptures must be fulfilled.
⁵⁰ And they all forsook him, and fled.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 28 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Yesterday, I mentioned that you should recharge your spiritual energy whenever you feel a hunger in your spirit. This is very important; however, you should also continue to refuel your spiritual energy even when you don’t feel a spiritual hunger so that you can be prepared ahead of any emergency.

This is what I refer to as ‘extra oil. Extra oil is the reservoir of prayers and fasting that you have previously done and the Bible verses you have memorised that will come in handy when you are suddenly faced with a challenge. That is why you should always pray, fast, and study the word of God more than you think is necessary, because on days when you need a quick spiritual surge of power, it is from the reservoir that you have built that you will quickly recharge your energy.

For example, temptations can arise on a day when you are not fully charged, and you will need strength to resist them. It is from your extra oil that the strength will come. Likewise, if danger suddenly shows up or disaster strikes, you will need to switch to a war mode quickly, and that can only happen when you have a reservoir of oil in you. In such moments, you can start by speaking in tongues. As you speak in tongues, you will draw from the extra oil in your reservoir, and before long, you will feel a surge of power, and then you will be able to solve the problem at hand. However, nothing will happen if there is no extra oil in your reservoir, even if you speak vehemently in tongues when facing a disaster.

Child of God, nobody prepares for war on a battlefield. Oftentimes, commanders and soldiers plan their battle strategies long before wars break out.

In Matthew 26:3644, the Bible recounts how Jesus spent time praying earnestly in the Garden of Gethsemane before he was arrested. While He prayed, His disciples slept; therefore, when challenges arose, they had no extra oil to draw from, so they fled. Peter denied Jesus, and all the other disciples fainted on the day of adversity because their strength was small (Proverbs 24:10).

Beloved, pray more than you think is necessary before the day of adversity comes. Prayer is never a waste. Speak in tongues often, and spend ample time in God’s presence so that when the day of adversity comes, you will have more than enough extra oil to draw strength from.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to immerse myself in prayer and give myself to the study of Your word daily.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

Ezekiel 16-17

Open Heavens HYMN 12: ONWARD CHRISTIAN SOLDIERS

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 28 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Jude 1:20

“But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost.”

Building spiritual strength is not a one-time event—it is a continuous process. Praying in the Holy Ghost builds you up and creates a reservoir of power for times of emergency.

BIBLE READING: Mark 14:32-50

This passage records Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, praying earnestly while His disciples slept. When the hour of trial came, Jesus was prepared—but the disciples, having no extra oil, fled in fear. Peter, who had boasted of his loyalty, denied Jesus three times. Their failure was not in the moment of crisis; it was in the lack of preparation beforehand.

Extra Oil: The Reservoir of Spiritual Strength

“Yesterday, I mentioned that you should recharge your spiritual energy whenever you feel a hunger in your spirit. This is very important; however, you should also continue to refuel your spiritual energy even when you don’t feel a spiritual hunger so that you can be prepared ahead of any emergency.”

Recharging When Hungry	Building Extra Oil
Responding to a felt need	Preparing for future emergencies
Essential for daily strength	Essential for sudden crises
Keeps you going	Keeps you standing

“This is what I refer to as ‘extra oil.’ Extra oil is the reservoir of prayers and fasting that you have previously done and the Bible verses you have memorised that will come in handy when you are suddenly faced with a challenge.”

Matthew 25:4 – “But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.”

Extra Oil Includes	How It Helps
Prayers you have prayed	Available when you need quick power
Fasting you have done	Builds spiritual stamina
Bible verses memorized	Available for immediate use
Worship and praise	Releases strength in crisis

Why You Must Build Extra Oil

“That is why you should always pray, fast, and study the word of God more than you think is necessary, because on days when you need a quick spiritual surge of power, it is from the reservoir that you have built that you will quickly recharge your energy.”

If You Have Extra Oil	If You Have No Extra Oil
You can handle sudden emergencies	You faint in the day of adversity
You have strength to resist temptation	You fall into sin
You can pray through the crisis	You are helpless

The Disciples’ Failure: No Extra Oil

“In Matthew 26:36-44, the Bible recounts how Jesus spent time praying earnestly in the Garden of Gethsemane before he was arrested. While He prayed, His disciples slept; therefore, when challenges arose, they had no extra oil to draw from, so they fled.”

What Jesus Did	What the Disciples Did
Prayed earnestly	Slept
Built extra oil	Had no reservoir
Faced the cross with strength	Fled in fear

“Peter denied Jesus, and all the other disciples fainted on the day of adversity because their strength was small (Proverbs 24:10).”

Proverbs 24:10 – “If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.”

The Disciples’ Small Strength	The Result
They did not pray enough	They fled when tested
They had no extra oil	They denied their Lord
They slept instead of watching	They could not stand

How to Build Extra Oil (Practical Steps)

Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching, here is how to build a reservoir of spiritual strength:

1. Pray More Than You Think Is Necessary

Do not pray only when you feel like it. Pray when you are tired, when you are busy, when you are already spiritually full. Build a surplus.

2. Speak in Tongues Often

Jude 1:20 – “Building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost.”

Praying in tongues builds you up. Do it regularly—not just in church services. Let it be a daily discipline.

3. Fast Beyond the Bare Minimum

Do not fast only when there is a crisis. Fast regularly. Build spiritual stamina.

4. Memorize Scripture

You cannot quote Scripture in a crisis if you have not hidden it in your heart. Memorize verses now so they will be available when you need them.

5. Watch and Pray

Do not be like the disciples who slept when they should have prayed. Watch. Pray. Prepare.

Warning: Nobody Prepares for War on the Battlefield

“Child of God, nobody prepares for war on a battlefield. Oftentimes, commanders and soldiers plan their battle strategies long before wars break out.”

The Wise Soldier	The Foolish Soldier
Prepares before the war	Waits until the battle begins
Builds strength in peacetime	Runs out of strength in crisis
Has extra oil	Has only what is needed for today

Conclusion: Your Prayer for Extra Oil

Daddy Adeboye closes with the call to pray more than you think is necessary so that when the day of adversity comes, you will have more than enough.

Pray this:

“Lord Jesus, I do not want to be like the disciples who slept when they should have prayed. I do not want to faint in the day of adversity. Help me to build extra oil—a reservoir of prayers, fasting, Scripture, and worship. I will pray more than I think is necessary. I will speak in tongues often. I will fast regularly. I will store up Your word in my heart. When the day of trial comes, let me have more than enough to stand. In Jesus’ mighty name.”

Action Steps:

1. The Extra Oil Audit: Do you have a reserve of spiritual strength, or are you living day to day? If you are running on empty, start building today.
2. The Tongues Commitment: Set aside time each day to pray in tongues. Let it build you up.
3. The Watch and Pray Reminder: When you feel like sleeping instead of praying, remember the disciples. Watch and pray.

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The Open Heavens 27 August 2026 devotional for today is REFUEL, RECHARGE, RELOAD 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 HEAVENS 27 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: REFUEL, RECHARGE, RELOAD I

MEMORISE:

And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel.
Hebrews 12:24

READ: Leviticus 17:11, Matthew 26:27-29

¹¹ For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is the blood that maketh an atonement for the soul.

²⁷ And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it;
²⁸ For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.
²⁹ But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 27 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

God created man such that he would constantly need refuelling. That is why He made sure that every day would be followed by a night so that, if you have worked very hard during the day, you can sleep and retuel your energy at night. Also, after you have eaten breakfast and worked for some time, you are expected to take a break for lunch to refuel.

The Almighty God created hunger to remind you that you are running low on energy, so you can go ahead and recharge by eating. In the same way batteries must be recharged from time to time so they can remain effective, you must constantly recharge yourself spiritually so that you will not become spiritually ineffective.

Whenever you begin to run low on spiritual energy, there will be a hunger in your spirit, and you will feel the need to refill. When that hunger comes, please don’t ignore it. Start fasting and praying immediately to recharge your spiritual energy. If you allow the hunger to persist, you will become weak, and this may cause you to faint in the day of adversity (Proverbs 24:10).

God, in His infinite mercy, has also provided the Holy Communion as a very effective way for Christians to refuel spiritually. The wine of the Holy Communion represents the blood of Jesus, and since the life of the flesh is in the blood (Leviticus 17:11), then the life of Jesus is in His blood. You cannot drink the blood of Jesus worthily and remain weak.

People who belong to occult groups understand the power of blood. When members of the occult want to receive more power, they are asked to make sacrifices that involve blood. The greater the power they seek, the greater the sacrifices required. In most cases, those who rise to the highest levels of such groups are asked to drink the blood of their victims for quicker and greater empowerment.

As children of God, when we partake of the Holy Communion, we partake of the blood of our risen Lord. Today’s memory verse tells us that the blood of Jesus speaks better things than that of Abel. When you are weak, the blood of Jesus will speak strength and might into you.

Beloved, never wait until you are completely drained of your spiritual strength. Whenever you find yourself getting weak spiritually, partake of the Holy Communion to recharge yourself, and you will receive fresh energy from the endless life of Christ.

KEY POINT

Partaking of the Holy Communion will refuel your spiritual energy.

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Ezekiel 13-15

Open Heavens HYMN 8: I Need Thee Every Hour

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 27 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Hebrews 12:24

“And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel.”

The blood of Jesus is not silent—it speaks. It declares mercy, forgiveness, and life. When you are weak, His blood speaks strength and refreshing into your spirit.

BIBLE READING: Leviticus 17:11, Matthew 26:27-29

Leviticus 17:11 – “For the life of the flesh is in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls.”

Matthew 26:27-28 – “And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.”

The life of the flesh is in the blood. In the Old Testament, blood atoned for sin. In the New Covenant, the blood of Jesus cleanses, empowers, and speaks life into us.

You Must Constantly Refuel Spiritually

“God created man such that he would constantly need refuelling. That is why He made sure that every day would be followed by a night so that, if you have worked very hard during the day, you can sleep and refuel your energy at night. Also, after you have eaten breakfast and worked for some time, you are expected to take a break for lunch to refuel.”

Physical Refuelling	Spiritual Refuelling
Sleep recharges the body	Prayer and fasting recharge the spirit
Food restores physical strength	The Holy Communion restores spiritual strength
Hunger reminds you to eat	Spiritual hunger reminds you to seek God

“The Almighty God created hunger to remind you that you are running low on energy, so you can go ahead and recharge by eating. In the same way batteries must be recharged from time to time so they can remain effective, you must constantly recharge yourself spiritually so that you will not become spiritually ineffective.”

Do Not Ignore Spiritual Hunger

“Whenever you begin to run low on spiritual energy, there will be a hunger in your spirit, and you will feel the need to refill. When that hunger comes, please don’t ignore it. Start fasting and praying immediately to recharge your spiritual energy.”

Signs of Spiritual Hunger	What to Do
Weakness in prayer	Fast and pray
Lack of desire for God’s word	Partake of the Holy Communion
Spiritual dryness	Seek God’s presence

“If you allow the hunger to persist, you will become weak, and this may cause you to faint in the day of adversity (Proverbs 24:10).”

Proverbs 24:10 – “If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.”

If You Ignore Spiritual Hunger	The Result
You become weak	You faint in the day of adversity
You lose effectiveness	You cannot withstand the enemy
You grow dry	You miss God’s best

The Holy Communion: A Powerful Way to Refuel

“God, in His infinite mercy, has also provided the Holy Communion as a very effective way for Christians to refuel spiritually. The wine of the Holy Communion represents the blood of Jesus, and since the life of the flesh is in the blood (Leviticus 17:11), then the life of Jesus is in His blood. You cannot drink the blood of Jesus worthily and remain weak.”

Leviticus 17:11 – “For the life of the flesh is in the blood.”

The Blood of Jesus	What It Does
The life of Jesus is in His blood	It speaks strength into you
It cleanses from sin	It restores your spirit
It empowers you	It recharges your spiritual battery

“You cannot drink the blood of Jesus worthily and remain weak.”

The Occult World’s Understanding of Blood

“People who belong to occult groups understand the power of blood. When members of the occult want to receive more power, they are asked to make sacrifices that involve blood. The greater the power they seek, the greater the sacrifices required. In most cases, those who rise to the highest levels of such groups are asked to drink the blood of their victims for quicker and greater empowerment.”

The Occult Uses Blood	The Believer Partakes of Blood
Sacrifices of victims	The blood of Jesus
Blood for demonic power	Blood for divine life
Blood that curses	Blood that blesses

The Blood of Jesus Speaks Better Things

“As children of God, when we partake of the Holy Communion, we partake of the blood of our risen Lord. Today’s memory verse tells us that the blood of Jesus speaks better things than that of Abel. When you are weak, the blood of Jesus will speak strength and might into you.”

Hebrews 12:24 – “And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel.”

The Blood of Abel	The Blood of Jesus
Cried out for vengeance (Genesis 4:10)	Speaks mercy and forgiveness
Called for judgment	Speaks life and peace
Could not save	Saves to the uttermost

How to Refuel Spiritually (Practical Steps)

Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching, here is how to keep your spiritual batteries charged:

1. Recognize the Signs of Spiritual Weakness

When you feel dry, unmotivated to pray, or disconnected from God, do not ignore it. Spiritual hunger is your signal to refuel.

2. Fast and Pray

Fasting breaks the power of the flesh and recharges your spirit. Do not wait until you are completely drained. Start fasting and praying immediately.

3. Partake of the Holy Communion Regularly

Do not treat the Communion as a mere ritual. Receive it by faith. The blood of Jesus speaks strength, healing, and life into you.

4. Drink Worthily

Examine yourself before partaking. Come with a repentant heart. Do not partake casually. Partake with faith and reverence.

5. Stay Connected to the Source

You cannot run on empty. Stay connected to Jesus through prayer, His word, and the Communion. He is your source of life.

Warning: Spiritual Neglect Leads to Fainting

Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: if you ignore spiritual hunger, you will faint in the day of adversity.

If You Neglect Refuelling	The Result
You grow weak	You cannot stand in trials
You become dry	You lose your effectiveness
You faint in adversity	You miss your destiny

Conclusion: Your Prayer for Spiritual Refuelling

Daddy Adeboye closes with the call to partaking of the Holy Communion to receive fresh energy from the endless life of Christ.

Pray this:

“Lord Jesus, I thank You for the blood of the New Covenant. I thank You that Your blood speaks better things than the blood of Abel. When I am weak, Your blood speaks strength. When I am dry, Your blood speaks life. I come to You to refuel my spirit. I do not want to faint in the day of adversity. I will fast and pray. I will partake of Your Communion worthily. Let Your blood refresh me, renew me, and empower me. In Jesus’ mighty name.”

Action Steps:

1. The Hunger Check: Are you feeling spiritually dry? Do not ignore it. Set aside time today to fast and pray.
2. The Communion Commitment: Partake of the Holy Communion with faith and reverence. Let the blood of Jesus speak life into you.
3. The Refueling Routine: Make spiritual refueling a habit—daily prayer, weekly Communion, regular fasting.

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The Open Heavens 26 August 2026 devotional for today is FEAR GOD II.

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

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OPEN HEAVENS 26 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: FEAR GOD II

MEMORISE:

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7

READ: Daniel 1:8-20

⁸ But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.
⁹ Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of the eunuchs.
¹⁰ And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king, who hath appointed your meat and your drink: for why should he see your faces worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye make me endanger my head to the king.

¹¹ Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah,
¹² Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.
¹³ Then let our countenances be looked upon before thee, and the countenance of the children that eat of the portion of the king’s meat: and as thou seest, deal with thy servants.
¹⁴ So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them ten days.
¹⁵ And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer and fatter in flesh than all the children which did eat the portion of the king’s meat.

¹⁶ Thus Melzar took away the portion of their meat, and the wine that they should drink; and gave them pulse.
¹⁷ As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.
¹⁸ Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.
¹⁹ And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the king.
²⁰ And in all matters of wisdom and understanding, that the king enquired of them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers that were in all his realm.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 26 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

Yesterday, I discussed some benefits of having the fear of God, and today I will discuss how having the fear of God can give you access to the secrets of His heart.

The Bible says in Psalm 25:14 that the secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him, and He will reveal His covenant to them. God shares His secrets with those who fear Him, just like we humans tend to confide in those who believe in us and hold us in high regard.

Abraham was someone who feared the Lord, and in turn, he was given access to the secrets of God’s heart. When God wanted to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, He said”…. Shall I hide from Abraham that thing which I do:” (Genesis 18:17). God can only say such about the people who fear Him because He knows that they will cherish His secrets.

Daniel was another person who gained tremendous insights because of how he feared and honoured God. He was taken into captivity at a young age, but his fear of the Lord led him to remain faithful to Him.

The Bible says in Daniel 1:8 that he purposed in his heart not to defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat. He honoured God by being faithful to Him even in a foreign land and also led his companions to do the same. God, in turn, honoured his decision by making him and his companions ten times better than their peers (Daniel 1:20). When the king had a dream that none of the magicians in the land could tell or interpret, God revealed it to Daniel (Daniel 2:19).

Beloved, when you fear God, you will never lack spiritual knowledge and insight because God will always make sure that you have access to it.

Today’s memory verse says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, and Psalm 111:10 also says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Everyone who feared the Lord in the Bible had access to uncommon knowledge.

If you want to access that kind of knowledge, you have to fear God. If you want God to give you the treasures of darkness and hidden riches in secret places, just as He promised in Isaiah 45:3, you must honour Him with your thoughts, decisions, and actions. I pray that the Almighty God will give you access to the secrets of His heart as you honour Him with your life, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT

Those who fear God have access to uncommon insights and knowledge.

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Ezekiel 9-12

HYMN: All to Jesus

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL 26 AUGUST 2026 COMMENTARY

MEMORISE: Proverbs 1:7

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

The fear of God is not only the foundation of wisdom—it is the gateway to divine knowledge. Those who fear Him are entrusted with secrets that the world cannot access.

BIBLE READING: Daniel 1:8-20

This passage records Daniel’s resolve not to defile himself with the king’s food. He and his three friends chose to honor God rather than compromise. God gave them knowledge, skill, and wisdom—and they were found ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers in the kingdom. Their fear of God unlocked supernatural insight and favor.

God Shares His Secrets with Those Who Fear Him

“The Bible says in Psalm 25:14 that the secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him, and He will reveal His covenant to them. God shares His secrets with those who fear Him, just like we humans tend to confide in those who believe in us and hold us in high regard.”

Psalm 25:14 – “The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.”

Those Who Fear God Receive	Those Who Do Not Fear God
Access to God’s secrets	They walk in ignorance
Revelation of His covenant	They miss His purposes
Divine insight and wisdom	They remain in darkness

Abraham: The Friend Who Knew God’s Plans

“Abraham was someone who feared the Lord, and in turn, he was given access to the secrets of God’s heart. When God wanted to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, He said, ‘Shall I hide from Abraham that thing which I do?’ (Genesis 18:17).”

Genesis 18:17 – “And the LORD said, Shall I hide from Abraham that thing which I do?”

Why God Revealed to Abraham	What It Means for You
Abraham feared God	God shares His plans with those who fear Him
Abraham was God’s friend	Friendship with God comes through reverent awe
God trusted him with secrets	He will trust you too

“God can only say such about the people who fear Him because He knows that they will cherish His secrets.”

Daniel: Uncommon Knowledge Through the Fear of God

“Daniel was another person who gained tremendous insights because of how he feared and honoured God. He was taken into captivity at a young age, but his fear of the Lord led him to remain faithful to Him.”

Daniel 1:8 – “But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat.”

Daniel’s Fear of God	How He Honored God
He purposed in his heart	He refused to defile himself
He remained faithful	He honored God in a foreign land
He led his companions	They followed his example

“God, in turn, honoured his decision by making him and his companions ten times better than their peers (Daniel 1:20).”

Daniel 1:20 – “And in all matters of wisdom and understanding, that the king enquired of them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers that were in all his realm.”

The Result of Fearing God	The Outcome
Ten times better than their peers	Supernatural excellence
Wisdom beyond their years	Divine insight
Favor with the king	Promotion and influence

“When the king had a dream that none of the magicians in the land could tell or interpret, God revealed it to Daniel (Daniel 2:19).”

Daniel 2:19 – “Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision.”

The King’s Problem	Daniel’s Access
No one could interpret the dream	God revealed it to Daniel
The magicians were helpless	The man who feared God had the answer

The Fear of God Unlocks Treasures of Darkness

“If you want to access that kind of knowledge, you have to fear God. If you want God to give you the treasures of darkness and hidden riches in secret places, just as He promised in Isaiah 45:3, you must honour Him with your thoughts, decisions, and actions.”

Isaiah 45:3 – “And I will give thee the treasures of darkness, and hidden riches of secret places, that thou mayest know that I, the LORD, which call thee by thy name, am the God of Israel.”

What God Gives	To Whom
Treasures of darkness	Those who fear Him
Hidden riches in secret places	Those who honor Him
Divine knowledge and insight	Those who walk in reverence

How to Access God’s Secrets (Practical Steps)

Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching, here is how to position yourself for divine revelation:

1. Cultivate the Fear of God

Reverence God in your thoughts, decisions, and actions. Do not treat sin lightly. Honor Him with your life.

2. Purpose in Your Heart to Remain Faithful

Like Daniel, make a decision not to defile yourself. Choose holiness over compromise. Your fear of God will be seen in your choices.

3. Honor God in Every Area

Honor Him with your time, your words, your finances, and your relationships. Let your life be a living sacrifice.

4. Seek God’s Face, Not Just His Hand

Do not only seek answers—seek the One who gives answers. When you fear God, He reveals His secrets to you.

5. Obey What He Reveals

God reveals His secrets to those who will act on them. Do not ignore what He shows you. Obey and walk in His covenant.

Warning: Those Who Do Not Fear God Walk in Darkness

Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: without the fear of God, you remain ignorant of His purposes.

Without the Fear of God	With the Fear of God
You walk in darkness	You walk in divine light
You miss His secrets	You access His covenant
You are confused	You have wisdom and insight

Conclusion: Your Prayer for the Fear of God

Daddy Adeboye closes with a prayer that God will give you access to the secrets of His heart as you honor Him with your life.

Pray this:

“Lord Jesus, I desire to fear You with all my heart. I want to honor You with my thoughts, decisions, and actions. Like Daniel, I purpose in my heart not to defile myself. I will not compromise my faith for the world’s approval. I want access to Your secrets. I want to know Your heart. Show me the hidden riches and treasures of darkness. Let me be ten times better than those who do not know You. I will cherish Your secrets and walk in obedience. In Jesus’ mighty name.”

Action Steps:

1. The Fear Check: Are you living in a way that honors God, or are you compromising like the world? Ask God to give you a reverent fear.
2. The Daniel Purpose: Identify one area where you need to purpose in your heart not to defile yourself. Make a firm decision today.
3. The Secret Access Prayer: Daily pray: “Lord, reveal Your secrets to me. Let me know Your heart.”

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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 2026 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 2026 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.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 OCTOBER 2026 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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