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The Open Heavens 8 August 2026 devotional for today is YOUR SALVATION IS NOT FOR SALE.

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 8 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR SALVATION IS NOT FOR SALE

MEMORISE

For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?
Mark 8:36

READ: Matthew 26:15, 27:3-5

¹⁵ And said unto them, What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.

³ Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders,
⁴ Saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to us? see thou to that.
⁵ And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged himself.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 8 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

In today’s world, many people are selling their salvation for all kinds of mundane things. Some have sold their salvation for money, while others have sold it for fame or positions. There is, however, nothing in this world that is worth trading your salvation for.

Anything that a person wants to acquire that will require the person to commit a sin is a trap of the enemy to get the fellow to sell his or her salvation and end up in hell.

In Matthew 16:26, Jesus asked His disciples, “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?”

These questions still apply to us today. There is no gain in trading the salvation of your soul for anything because nothing in this world is as precious as your soul.

Esau is an example of someone who traded something precious for something mundane and temporary. In Genesis 25:29-34, he chose to despise his privileged position in his father’s house for just a bowl of pottage. He sold his birthright so cheaply just because he was hungry, and in Hebrews 12:17, the Bible says that he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.

In like manner, Judas sold his salvation for money in today’s Bible reading. He threw everything he had learnt from Jesus down the drain for 30 pieces of silver. Whatever lures a person to trade his or her salvation only wants to destroy the fellow. It might offer immediate pleasure and instant gratification, but the devil ultimately aims to use it to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10)

One way the devil tries to lure believers into trading their salvation is by making them believe that some sins are not as important as others and telling them that such sins do not matter. However, there is no act of sin that is not significant; every sinful act matters in God’s sight. Every little compromise is a step out of His protective and merciful covering.

Ecclesiastes 10:8 says that a serpent will bite whoever breaks a hedge. In other words, sin exposes a fellow to the attack of the enemy.

Beloved, do not toy with sin because it only offers a oneway ticket to hell. I pray that you will not trade the salvation of your soul for anything in the world, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT

Nothing is worth losing the salvation of your soul over.

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MEMORISE: Mark 8:36

“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”

This is the most searching question ever asked. All the wealth, fame, and power on earth are worthless if they cost you your eternal salvation. Nothing in this world is worth trading your soul for.

BIBLE READING: Matthew 26:15, 27:3-5

These passages record Judas Iscariot’s betrayal of Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. He agreed to hand over the Son of God for a slave’s price. Later, filled with remorse, he returned the money, threw it down in the temple, and went out and hanged himself. His sin brought him temporary gain but eternal loss.

The Tragedy of Trading Salvation for Trash

“In today’s world, many people are selling their salvation for all kinds of mundane things. Some have sold their salvation for money, while others have sold it for fame or positions. There is, however, nothing in this world that is worth trading your salvation for.”

What People Trade Their Salvation For	The Cost
Money	Eternal loss
Fame	Separation from God
Positions	A one-way ticket to hell
Pleasure	Destroyed destiny

“Anything that a person wants to acquire that will require the person to commit a sin is a trap of the enemy to get the fellow to sell his or her salvation and end up in hell.”

What the Enemy Offers	What He Actually Wants
Temporary pleasure	Your soul
Immediate gratification	Your destruction
A quick profit	Your eternal damnation

Jesus’ Question Still Stands (Matthew 16:26)

“In Matthew 16:26, Jesus asked His disciples, ‘For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?’”

If You Gain	But Lose Your Soul	The Profit
The whole world	Your soul	Zero—absolute loss
Billions of dollars	Your salvation	Nothing
Fame and power	Eternal separation from God	The worst trade in history

“These questions still apply to us today. There is no gain in trading the salvation of your soul for anything because nothing in this world is as precious as your soul.”

Esau: The Bowl of Pottage That Cost Everything

“Esau is an example of someone who traded something precious for something mundane and temporary. In Genesis 25:29-34, he chose to despise his privileged position in his father’s house for just a bowl of pottage. He sold his birthright so cheaply just because he was hungry, and in Hebrews 12:17, the Bible says that he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.”

What Esau Gave Up	What He Got
His birthright (covenant blessing)	A bowl of stew
His place in the lineage of the Messiah	A full stomach for a few hours
Eternal significance	Temporary satisfaction

What He Thought	The Reality
“I can fix this later”	He sought repentance with tears—but it was too late
“It’s just a small thing”	It cost him everything

Judas: Thirty Pieces of Silver

“In like manner, Judas sold his salvation for money in today’s Bible reading. He threw everything he had learnt from Jesus down the drain for 30 pieces of silver.”

What Judas Gave Up	What He Got
His place among the twelve	30 pieces of silver
His friendship with Jesus	Temporary cash
His calling and destiny	Remorse, shame, and death

“Whatever lures a person to trade his or her salvation only wants to destroy the fellow. It might offer immediate pleasure and instant gratification, but the devil ultimately aims to use it to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10).”

The Enemy’s Bait	The Enemy’s Goal
Looks appealing	Ultimately destroys
Promises pleasure	Delivers death
Offers instant gratification	Demands eternal payment

The Deception: “This Sin Is Not That Important”

“One way the devil tries to lure believers into trading their salvation is by making them believe that some sins are not as important as others and telling them that such sins do not matter. However, there is no act of sin that is not significant; every sinful act matters in God’s sight. Every little compromise is a step out of His protective and merciful covering.”

The Devil’s Lie	The Truth
“It’s just a small sin”	All sin separates you from God
“Everyone does it”	God’s standard is not the crowd
“It doesn’t really matter”	Every compromise matters
“You can repent later”	Later may be too late

“Ecclesiastes 10:8 says that a serpent will bite whoever breaks a hedge. In other words, sin exposes a fellow to the attack of the enemy.”

Ecclesiastes 10:8 – “He that diggeth a pit shall fall into it; and whoso breaketh an hedge, a serpent shall bite him.”

Breaking the Hedge	The Result
Small compromise	The serpent bites
Just one step outside God’s protection	The enemy attacks
“It’s harmless”	It exposes you to danger

How to Guard Your Salvation (Practical Steps)

Based on Daddy Adeboye’s teaching, here is how to avoid trading your salvation:

1. Value Your Soul Above Everything

Do not let anything—money, fame, pleasure, or position—become more important than your relationship with God. Your soul is worth more than the whole world.

2. Recognize the Enemy’s Bait

When something tempts you to sin, ask: Is this worth my salvation? Is temporary pleasure worth eternal separation from God? The answer is always no.

3. Do Not Compromise Even in Small Things

Every little compromise is a step out of God’s protection. Sin is sin. Do not minimize it. Do not justify it. Flee from it.

4. Remember the Examples of Esau and Judas

Esau thought it was just a meal. Judas thought it was just money. Both lost everything. Do not be like them.

5. Do Not Expect Repentance to Always Be Available

Esau sought repentance with tears but could not find it. Do not presume that you can sin today and repent tomorrow. Today may be your only day.

Warning: Sin Is a One-Way Ticket to Hell

Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent warning: sin is not a playground—it is a minefield. Every step of compromise takes you closer to destruction.

Sin Offers	What It Delivers
Temporary pleasure	Eternal regret
Instant gratification	Long-term destruction
A quick profit	A one-way ticket to hell

“Beloved, do not toy with sin because it only offers a one-way ticket to hell.”

Conclusion: Your Prayer to Guard Your Salvation

Daddy Adeboye closes with a prayer that you will not trade your salvation for anything. Guard your soul. Value it above all.

Pray this:

“Lord Jesus, I thank You that You paid the ultimate price for my salvation. I confess that I have been tempted to trade it for temporary things. Forgive me for the times I have compromised. Forgive me for minimizing sin. I value my soul above the whole world. Help me to see the enemy’s bait for what it is—destruction in disguise. Give me the courage to say no. Give me the wisdom to flee. I will not be like Esau, who sold his birthright for stew. I will not be like Judas, who sold his Savior for silver. I will not trade my salvation for anything. In Jesus’ mighty name.”

Action Steps:

1. The Value Check: Ask yourself: What am I tempted to compromise for? Is it worth my soul? Write down the answer and remind yourself of its true cost.
2. The Small Sin Audit: Identify any “small” sin you have been minimizing. Confess it. Turn away from it completely.
3. The Eternal Perspective: Memorize Mark 8:36. When temptation comes, repeat it aloud: “What does it profit me to gain this but lose my soul?”

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The Open Heavens 7 August 2026 devotional for today is PRAYERS FOR YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD.

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

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OPEN HEAVENS 7 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: PRAYERS FOR YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

MEMORISE:

Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.
Romans 12:16

READ: Psalm 133:1-3

Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
² It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;
³ As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 7 AUGUST 2026 TODAY PRAYERS

1. Lord, I thank You for my neighbourhood. Thank You tor Your protection and mercy over me and my neighbours.

2.  Father, please surround my neighbourhood with Your peace. Let us have no cause to live in fear or sorrow, in Jesus’ name.

3. Father, please let there be all-round growth and development in my neighbourhood, in Jesus’ name

4. Dear Lord, please surround my neighbourhood with Your glory. Let there be no outbreaks of sicknesses and other manifestations of evil, in Jesus’ name.

5. Father, please bless all my neighbours with peace, joy, and sound health. Let everyone in my neighbourhood experience Your goodness, in Jesus’ name.

6. Father, please bless all our leaders with wisdom to make the right decisions that will benefit my neighbourhood, in Jesus’ name.

7. Lord, I decree that there will be no natural or man-made disasters in my neighbourhood, in Jesus’ name. Please keep us under the shadow of Your wings perpetually.

8. Dear Lord, please draw everyone that is yet to be saved in my neighbourhood so they can surrender their lives to You. Let them experience Your salvation, in Jesus’ name.

9. Father, please send help to the needy and vulnerable in my neighbourhood. Let them experience Your mighty provision, in Jesus’ name.

10. Father, please let Your love reign in my neighbourhood. Help us to be united and truly love one another, in Jesus’ name.

11. Father, please break every hold of the enemy over the youths in my neighbourhood. Let Your righteousness reign in their lives, in Jesus’ name.

12. Your personal prayers for your neighbourhood.

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The Open Heavens 6 August 2026 devotional for today is NOT BY MIGHT.

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 6 AUGUST 2026 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: NOT BY MIGHT

MEMORISE

Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.
Zechariah 4:6

READ: Ecclesiastes 9:11-12

¹¹ I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
¹² For man also knoweth not his time: as the fishes that are taken in an evil net, and as the birds that are caught in the snare; so are the sons of men snared in an evil time, when it falleth suddenly upon them.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVENS 6 AUGUST 2026 TODAY MESSAGE

What a person will become during his or her sojourn on earth will not depend solely on the fellow’s efforts. African elders have an adage that says, Hustling and bustling does not translate to wealth? This is true because, for instance, dockworkers who offload cargo from a ship from sunrise to sunset typically would earn only a fraction of what the Chief Executive Officer of a wharf, who sits in an air conditioned office, sipping tea and merely signing documents, would earn. At the end of a month, the fellow’s salary might even be more than what a hefty, hardworking dockworker will earn in a whole year!

Today’s Bible reading makes it clear that the fact that a fellow can run swiftly does not mean that he or she will win a race, and the fact that a fellow is strong does not mean that he or she will defeat an enemy. The passage goes on to say that bread is not to the wise, neither are riches to men of understanding. This means that a fellow’s advanced level of education alone will not determine how wealthy he or she will become.

I recall that I was in Redemption Camp (now Redemption City) sometime between 1983 and 1984, spending time alone with God, and crying to Him. I said, “God, I’m not asking for clothes, a car, or a house. I was minding my business as a lecturer at the university when You asked me to come and serve You. I agreed, and I really want to serve You; however, I need power to do Your work. I don’t want to be an ordinary pastor; I want to excel.” In desperation, I added, “God, it is either You empower me, or You take me home.” My prayer touched Him, and that night, the entire campground shook due to an earthquake that sent tremors as far as jebu Ode, a town several kilometres away. The Lord visited me and empowered me with His anointing to excel.

Beloved, you need God’s anointing to excel. It is God who gives power to get wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18), it is only His anointing that can teach you everything you need to know (1 John 2:27), and it is only through Him that you can do all things (Philippians 4:13). This is why you must cry out to God to anoint you just as I did several years ago. I pray that my Daddy will empower you to excel, in Jesus’ name.

PRAYER POINT

Dear Lord, please visit me and empower me to excel, in Jesus’ name.

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MEMORISE: Zechariah 4:6

“Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.”

Human effort, education, and natural strength are not enough to excel in God’s kingdom or in life. What you need is the Spirit of God—His anointing—to do what your own efforts cannot accomplish.

BIBLE READING: Ecclesiastes 9:11-12

This passage declares that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, nor bread to the wise, nor riches to men of understanding, nor favor to men of skill—but time and chance happen to them all. Human effort alone does not guarantee success. Ultimately, God’s sovereign hand determines the outcome.

Hustling vs. The Anointing

“What a person will become during his or her sojourn on earth will not depend solely on the fellow’s efforts. African elders have an adage that says, ‘Hustling and bustling does not translate to wealth.’ This is true because, for instance, dockworkers who offload cargo from a ship from sunrise to sunset typically would earn only a fraction of what the Chief Executive Officer of a wharf, who sits in an air conditioned office, sipping tea and merely signing documents, would earn.”

Hard Work Alone	The Anointing
The dockworker works from sunrise to sunset	The CEO sits in an office and signs documents
The dockworker sweats and strains	The CEO works with ease
The dockworker earns a fraction	The CEO earns exponentially more

“At the end of a month, the fellow’s salary might even be more than what a hefty, hardworking dockworker will earn in a whole year!”

Human effort has its limits. The anointing gives you access, favor, and supernatural efficiency that hard work alone cannot produce.

The Race Is Not to the Swift (Ecclesiastes 9:11)

“Today’s Bible reading makes it clear that the fact that a fellow can run swiftly does not mean that he or she will win a race, and the fact that a fellow is strong does not mean that he or she will defeat an enemy.”

What Does Not Guarantee Success	What Is Needed
Running swiftly (speed)	Divine timing and favor
Being strong (natural ability)	God’s empowerment
Being wise (education, intelligence)	The anointing that teaches
Having understanding (skill, strategy)	God’s blessing and direction

“The passage goes on to say that bread is not to the wise, neither are riches to men of understanding. This means that a fellow’s advanced level of education alone will not determine how wealthy he or she will become.”

You Can Have	But Without the Anointing
A PhD	You may still lack provision
A strategic mind	You may still miss opportunities
Hard work and discipline	You may still struggle financially

Daddy Adeboye’s Testimony: Crying Out for the Anointing

“I recall that I was in Redemption Camp (now Redemption City) sometime between 1983 and 1984, spending time alone with God, and crying to Him. I said, ‘God, I’m not asking for clothes, a car, or a house. I was minding my business as a lecturer at the university when You asked me to come and serve You. I agreed, and I really want to serve You; however, I need power to do Your work. I don’t want to be an ordinary pastor; I want to excel.’”

What Daddy Adeboye Did Not Ask	What He Did Ask
Material things (clothes, car, house)	Power to do God’s work
Comfort or ease	Excellence in ministry
Ordinary provision	Extraordinary empowerment

“In desperation, I added, ‘God, it is either You empower me, or You take me home.’ My prayer touched Him, and that night, the entire campground shook due to an earthquake that sent tremors as far as Ijebu Ode, a town several kilometres away. The Lord visited me and empowered me with His anointing to excel.”

His Prayer	The Response
“Empower me or take me home”	God visited him that night
He prayed with desperation	The ground shook
He wanted to excel	He received the anointing

You Need the Anointing to Excel

“Beloved, you need God’s anointing to excel. It is God who gives power to get wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18), it is only His anointing that can teach you everything you need to know (1 John 2:27), and it is only through Him that you can do all things (Philippians 4:13).”

What the Anointing Does	Scripture
Gives power to get wealth	Deuteronomy 8:18
Teaches you all things	1 John 2:27
Empowers you to do all things	Philippians 4:13

“This is why you must cry out to God to anoint you just as I did several years ago.”

What You Need	What You Must Do
The anointing to excel	Cry out to God in desperation
Power to do His work	Seek Him with urgency
Wisdom and favor	Ask Him to empower you

How to Cry Out for the Anointing (Practical Steps)

Based on Daddy Adeboye’s testimony, here is how to position yourself for God’s empowering anointing:

1. Be Desperate for God, Not Just for Things

Daddy Adeboye did not ask for material things. He asked for power to do God’s work. Examine your heart: are you asking for things to consume on your own pleasure, or for empowerment to serve God?

2. Spend Time Alone with God

Daddy Adeboye was at Redemption Camp, alone with God. Make time to separate yourself from distractions and seek His face. Prayer retreats, fasting, and extended times of seeking God position you for His anointing.

3. Pray with Desperation

His prayer was not casual: “Empower me or take me home.” Desperation touches God. Do not pray polite, comfortable prayers when you need His power. Cry out.

4. Ask for the Right Thing

Do not ask for fame, money, or recognition. Ask for the anointing to excel in His purpose. Seek His kingdom, and He will add everything else.

5. Expect a Response

Daddy Adeboye expected God to answer. He prayed until something happened. Do not pray and forget. Expect God to visit you. Expect the ground to shake in your life.

Warning: Without the Anointing, You Will Be Ordinary

Daddy Adeboye’s devotional carries an urgent encouragement: you can work hard and still not excel if you lack the anointing.

With the Anointing	Without the Anointing
You do what others cannot	You struggle like everyone else
You have supernatural efficiency	You rely solely on natural effort
You excel and make an impact	You remain ordinary

Conclusion: Your Prayer for the Anointing

Daddy Adeboye closes with a prayer that God will empower you to excel. Cry out to Him today for His anointing.

Pray this:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You like Daddy Adeboye did. I am not asking for clothes, a car, or a house. I am asking for power to do Your work. I don’t want to be ordinary. I don’t want to struggle all my life. I want to excel. I want to run my race with speed. I want to defeat my enemies. I want to be fruitful. Lord, empower me. Anoint me. Teach me by Your Spirit. Give me power to get wealth—not for myself, but for Your kingdom. I am desperate for You. Either empower me, Lord, or take me home. Visit me. Let the ground shake in my life. In Jesus’ mighty name.”

Action Steps:

1. The Desperation Check: Are you desperate for God’s anointing, or are you just comfortable with your current level of success? If you are not desperate, ask God to give you a holy desperation.
2. The Prayer Retreat: Set aside time this week to be alone with God. Even if it is just a few hours, separate yourself from distractions. Cry out to Him for empowerment.
3. The Anointing Audit: Where have you been relying solely on your own effort? Identify one area and ask God for His Spirit to empower you there.

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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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