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  • Open Heavens HYMN 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

    Open Heavens HYMN 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

    This is hymn 1 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    Hymn 1: ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

    1. All hail the power of Jesus’ Name!
    Let angels prostrate fall;
    Bring forth the royal diadem,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Bring forth the royal diadem,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    2. Let highborn seraphs tune the lyre,
    and as they tune it, fall
    Before His face Who tunes their choir,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Before His face Who tunes their choir,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    3.Crown Him, ye morning stars of light,
    Who fixed this floating ball;
    Now hail the strength of Israel’s might,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Now hail the strength of Israel’s might,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    4. Crown Him, ye martyrs of your God,
    who from His altar call;
    Extol the Stem of Jesse’s Rod,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Extol the Stem of Jesse’s Rod,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    5.Ye seed of Israel’s chosen race,
    ye ransomed from the fall,
    Hail Him Who saves you by His grace,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Hail Him Who saves you by His grace,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    6. Hail Him, ye heirs of David’s line,
    Whom David Lord did call,
    The God incarnate, Man divine,
    and crown Him Lord of all,
    The God incarnate, Man divine,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    7. Sinners, whose love can ne’er forget
    the wormwood and the gall,
    Go spread your trophies at His feet,
    and crown Him Lord of all.
    Go spread your trophies at His feet,
    and crown Him Lord of all.

    8. Let every tribe and every tongue
    before Him prostrate fall
    And shout in universal song
    the crowned Lord of all.
    And shout in universal song
    the crowned Lord of all

    Open Heavens HYMN

    ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME HYMN COMMENTARY

    Beloved in Christ, today we lift our eyes from our personal needs and daily battles to behold a vision of cosmic, eternal worship. “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” is not merely a hymn; it is a prophetic declaration, a heavenly summons, and a foretaste of that glorious day when every knee shall bow. This hymn expands our vision from our small corner of existence to the grand throne room of creation, where one truth resounds: Jesus Christ is Lord.

    Why Sing This Hymn

    We sing this hymn to participate in the ultimate reality of the universe—the exaltation of King Jesus. It corrects our limited perspective, silences our doubts, and aligns our hearts with the worship already echoing in heaven. It is an act of spiritual warfare that proclaims Christ’s supremacy over every power and name.

    1. It is a Hymn of Celestial Proclamation (Verses 1-3)
    The hymn begins not with human voices, but by commanding the angelic hosts: “Let angels prostrate fall.” It calls upon the highest orders of created beings—the “highborn seraphs” who stand before God and the “morning stars” that sang at creation (Job 38:7)—to lay down their glory before the One who “fixed this floating ball.” We are reminded that the Lord we worship is not a tribal deity, but the Creator and Sustainer of the cosmos. He is the source of “Israel’s might” and the conductor of the heavenly choir. The repeated refrain, “And crown Him Lord of all,” becomes a thunderous, celestial decree.

    2. It is a Hymn of Redemptive Heritage (Verses 4-6)
    The call to worship then sweeps through the history of redemption. It addresses the “martyrs of your God” whose ultimate testimony points to the “Stem of Jesse’s Rod” (Isaiah 11:1). It calls to the “seed of Israel’s chosen race” and the “heirs of David’s line,” anchoring Christ’s lordship in the fulfillment of prophecy. He is the promised Messiah, the “God incarnate, Man divine.” This connects our worship to the faithfulness of God across millennia—we crown the one who is the climax of all sacred history.

    3. It is a Hymn of Personal and Global Surrender (Verses 7-8)
    Finally, the summons becomes intensely personal and universally inclusive. It turns to “Sinners, whose love can ne’er forget the wormwood and the gall.” This is us—those who remember the bitter cost of our sin (the gall) and the sweet salvation bought at the cross. Our worship is a response of grateful love. We are to “spread your trophies at His feet”—laying down every achievement, every victory, every source of pride, acknowledging that all is a gift of His grace. The hymn culminates in the vision of Revelation 7:9: “Let every tribe and every tongue before Him prostrate fall.” This is the destiny of history: a united, global chorus proclaiming Him the “crowned Lord of all.”

    A Word for Your Spirit Today

    Does a problem loom large in your life? Does a fear threaten to dominate your thoughts? Does a worldly power or ideology seem overwhelming? Sing this hymn. It puts everything in its proper place.

    Today, let your spirit join this universal song. See yourself not as an isolated believer, but as part of a glorious procession that includes angels, martyrs, saints of old, and a multitude from every nation. In your prayer, in your quiet moment, take the crown from off your own will, your worries, and your ambitions, and place it on the head of Jesus. Proclaim with your heart, your voice, and your life that He is Lord—over your home, your work, your nation, and your eternity.

    The day is coming when this hymn will be the only song. Let us sing it now with all our hearts, crowning Him in our worship, and so preparing for the day we see Him face to face.

    All hail the power of Jesus’ name! Crown Him your Lord of all.

    In the name of the King of Kings, Amen.

  • Open Heavens HYMN 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

    Open Heavens HYMN 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

    This is hymn 34 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    Hymn 34: YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION

    1. Yield not to temptation, for yielding is sin;
    Each victory will help you some other to win;
    Fight manfully onward, dark passions subdue;
    Look ever to Jesus, He’ll carry you through.
    Ask the Savior to help you,
    Comfort, strengthen, and keep you;
    He is willing to aid you,
    He will carry you through.

    2. Shun evil companions, bad language disdain;
    God’s name hold in reverence, nor take it in vain;
    Be thoughtful and earnest, kindhearted and true;
    Look ever to Jesus,
    He’ll carry you through.

    3. To him that o’ercometh, God giveth a crown,
    Thro’ faith we will conquer, though often cast down;
    He who is our Saviour, our strength will renew;
    Look ever to Jesus,
    He’ll carry you through.

    Open Heavens HYMN

    YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATION HYMNN COMMENTARY

    Beloved in Christ, our journey of faith is not only a pilgrimage and a service; it is a daily, moment-by-moment battle. The hymn before us today, “Yield Not to Temptation,” serves as a clear, urgent, and encouraging field manual for this spiritual conflict. It does not pretend that temptation is insignificant; it faces it head-on with practical wisdom and unwavering confidence in our victorious Helper, the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Why Sing This Hymn

    We sing this hymn to fortify our resolve, to renew our spiritual warfare strategy, and to remind ourselves that victory is not only possible but promised to those who look to Jesus. It is a call to holy vigilance and active resistance.

    1. It is a Hymn of Clear Warning and Cumulative Victory (Verse 1)
    The opening line leaves no room for compromise: “Yield not to temptation, for yielding is sin.” This establishes the serious spiritual reality—temptation itself is not sin, but consenting to it is (James 1:14-15). Yet, the tone is not one of despair, but of progressive triumph. “Each victory will help you some other to win.” This acknowledges that the Christian life is a series of battles where every stand we take strengthens our spiritual muscles for the next. Our strategy is threefold: fight “manfully onward” (with courage), “dark passions subdue” (by the Spirit’s power), and above all, “Look ever to Jesus.” He is not a distant observer but the one who “will carry you through.”

    2. It is a Hymn of Practical Holiness (Verse 2)
    True spirituality is lived out in concrete choices. This verse moves from the internal battle to external conduct. It offers practical counsel for maintaining purity:

    • Guard your associations: “Shun evil companions.”
    • Guard your speech: “Bad language disdain.”
    • Guard your reverence: “God’s name hold in reverence.”
      It then calls for positive virtues: thoughtfulness, earnestness, kindness, and truth. Holiness is both a turning from and a turning to. And the sustaining power for all of this remains the same: a steadfast gaze upon Christ.

    3. It is a Hymn of Promised Reward and Renewed Strength (Verse 3)
    The hymn lifts our eyes from the present struggle to the eternal prize. It reminds us of the magnificent promise to “him that o’ercometh” (Revelation 3:21). The crown is not won by our flawless performance, but “thro’ faith we will conquer.” This is the key! Our faith, however weak, is placed in a completely strong and faithful Savior. We acknowledge we are “often cast down,” but we proclaim that “He who is our Saviour, our strength will renew.” His mercies and His power are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23).

    The Refrain: The Prayer of Dependence
    The heart of our defense is in the refrain’s prayer. We do not fight in silence or isolation. We are commanded to “Ask the Savior to help you.” We ask Him for what we lack: comfort in the struggle, strength for the resistance, and His keeping power. The glorious assurance follows: “He is willing to aid you.” Our Helper is not reluctant; He is eager. Our victory is secured by His faithfulness, not our own.

    A Word for Your Spirit Today

    Are you facing a familiar, stubborn temptation today? Does the battle feel wearisome, and have you felt cast down by a recent failure? This hymn is for you.

    Do not yield. Do not negotiate with sin. See it for what it is, and then immediately lift your eyes. Look ever to Jesus. Stop trying to carry the battle alone and immediately pray the refrain: “Ask the Savior to help you.” He is willing. Right now.

    Remember, your past victories, by His grace, have equipped you for today’s fight. Your practical choices to shun evil and pursue good create a environment where the Spirit can work. And your future is secured—a crown awaits the one who overcomes by faith in the Overcomer.

    Stand firm, believer. Fight on. Look up. He will most certainly carry you through.

    In the mighty name of our victorious Captain, Jesus, Amen.

  • Open Heavens HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD

    Open Heavens HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD

    This is hymn 7 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    Hymn 7: I AM THINE O LORD

    1. I am Thine, O Lord
    I have heard Thy voice,
    And it told Thy love to me;
    But I long to rise in the arms of faith
    And be closer drawn to Thee.

    Chorus:

    Draw me nearer, nearer blessed Lord,
    To the cross where Thou hast died.
    Draw me nearer, nearer, nearer blessed Lord,
    To Thy precious, bleeding side.

    2. Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord,
    By the power of grace divine;
    Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope,
    And my will be lost in Thine.

    3. Oh the pure delight of a single hour
    That before Thy throne I spend,
    When I kneel in prayer, and with Thee, my God
    I commune as friend with friend!

    4. There are depths of love that I cannot know
    Till I cross the narrow sea;
    There are heights of joy that I may not reach
    Till I rest in peace with Thee.

    Open Heavens HYMN

    I AM THINE O LORD HYMN COMMENTARY

    Beloved in Christ, as we reflect on this tender and intimate hymn, “I Am Thine, O Lord,” we move into the quiet chamber of personal devotion. This hymn is not a shout of warfare or a march of labor, but a gentle, yearning prayer of a heart that has been captured by grace and now desires nothing more than deeper, closer communion with its Savior. It expresses the heartbeat of every believer who longs for more of Jesus.

    Why Sing This Hymn

    We sing this hymn to give voice to our holy discontent with a distant or routine faith. It is the song of a soul that has tasted God’s love and now craves the fullness of His presence. It transforms our prayer life from a list of requests into a pursuit of intimacy.

    1. It is a Hymn of Secure Belonging and Holy Longing (Verse 1)
    The hymn begins with the most wonderful confession a believer can make: “I am Thine, O Lord.”This is the foundation—we belong to Him by grace, purchased by His blood. We have “heard Thy voice” in the Gospel, and it spoke of love. But a true encounter with Christ’s love does not lead to complacency; it ignites a sacred hunger. The believer longs to “rise in the arms of faith” and be “closer drawn to Thee.” Our salvation is secure, yet our souls are perpetually restless, seeking deeper nearness to the One who saved us.

    2. It is a Hymn of Consecrated Surrender (Verse 2)
    The natural response to being drawn nearer is a desire to be used. “Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord” is a prayer of total surrender. We understand this is only possible “by the power of grace divine.” The beautiful result is a soul anchored in “steadfast hope” and a will that finds its truest freedom when it is “lost in Thine.” This is the pinnacle of discipleship: our desires merging with His, our plans dissolving into His perfect will.

    3. It is a Hymn of Prayerful Communion (Verse 3)
    This verse captures the sublime joy of personal devotion. It calls prayer a “pure delight,” reframing it from a duty to a privilege. The image of spending an “hour… before Thy throne” and communing “as friend with friend” reflects the breathtaking truth that the Almighty God invites us into intimate relationship (John 15:15). This is the source of our strength and the wellspring of our joy—knowing we can approach not just a King, but a Friend.

    4. It is a Hymn of Hope-Filled Expectation (Verse 4)
    The hymn ends with a sober yet glorious recognition: our communion here, as sweet as it is, is still partial. There are “depths of love” we cannot yet fathom and “heights of joy” we cannot yet scale. But this is not a note of despair, but of triumphant hope! It points us to our eternal home, “till I cross the narrow sea” and “rest in peace with Thee.” Our present drawing nearer is a foretaste of the perfect, unbroken fellowship that awaits us in glory.

    The Chorus: The Heart’s Constant Cry
    The repeated chorus is the soul’s perpetual prayer: “Draw me nearer… to Thy precious, bleeding side.” Our closeness to God is always measured by our nearness to the cross. It is at the place of His sacrifice that we understand His love, receive our cleansing, and find the magnetic center that pulls our hearts away from sin and self, and into fellowship with Him.

    A Word for Your Spirit Today

    Has your spiritual life felt routine? Have you felt a gentle, holy tug on your heart, a sense that there must be more than this? That is the very voice this hymn embodies. You belong to Him. Do not ignore that longing; embrace it as a gift from the Spirit.

    Today, in your quiet moment, make this hymn your prayer. Tell the Lord you are His. Ask Him to draw you nearer to the reality of the cross. Surrender your will afresh to His service. Seek the pure delight of a few unhurried minutes in His presence, talking to Him as your dearest Friend.

    And be encouraged: every step you take in response to this longing brings you deeper into His love now, and prepares you for the indescribable depths and heights you will know when you finally see Him face to face.

    Answer the call. Seek His nearness.

    In the name of Jesus, our Friend and Savior, Amen.

  • RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Student manual for the adult class.

    Today’s Lesson 16 topic: THE GAME CHANGERS

    Date: 21 December 2025

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    RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

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    RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 16 (21 DECEMBER 2025)

    TOPIC: THE GAME CHANGERS

    BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 15:22-28

    22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.
    23 But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us.
    24 But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
    25 Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help me.
    26 But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children’s bread, and to cast it to dogs.
    27 And she said, Truth, Lord: yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.
    28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.

    MEMORY VERSE:

    “Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish, I perish.” Esther 4:16.

    INTRODUCTION

    A game changer is a person or an idea that positively changes the way things are done. It is a “dynamics” newly introduced that transforms an existing situation/activity in a significant or complete way. Game changers work assiduously to launch a technique that brings a major shift from the old order. They change existing conditions by revitalising them and bringing out the best in them.

    In business, ministry, organisations, families, etc. game changers alter old strategies and conceive a new way of moving forward. We shall examine the qualities and results of game changers.

    LESSON OUTLINE 1: QUALITIES

    Some of the qualities of “game changers” include:

    1. “Game changers” are visionary and innovative persons who proffer solutions to problems or change the perception of people from negative to positive (Nehemiah 2:17-18; 4:17-18).
    2. They are dogged and never take “no” for an answer (Luke 18:3-5).
    3. These people are highly creative in their thoughts and actions because they are always driven by the desire for change and are never comfortable with the status quo (2 Chronicles 26:14-15).
    4. They are audacious as they take the bull by the horns (1 Samuel 17:36).
    5. “Game changers” are master strategists who employ tact in bringing about the required transformation where they are (1 Corinthians 9:19-22).
    6. They are great planners who work tirelessly to see that a good idea is implemented (Genesis 41:33-37,47-49).
    7. They stand as worthy representatives (Dan 1:8) of their organizations, ministries, families, etc. and ensure their noble policies see the light of the day.
    8. They change the trajectory to bring about a progressive change (Ruth 1:15-16).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

    Have you tried to be a game changer, what problem did you encounter?

    LESSON OUTLINE 2: UPSHOTS

    The class should discuss what “game changers” are likely to achieve, then the teacher should explain the following:

    A. “Game changers” through their unrelenting efforts achieve great results.

    1. They unravel knotty issues (Daniel 2:19). Wholesome developments that are beneficial to all are initiated and they project their family, min-istry, organization, etc. in a good light (Joshua 2:12-13).

    2. Irrespective of the odds, they are ready to move the organisation or people to the next phase (Numbers 13:30).

    3. Regardless of the problem; they ensure that they get to its root to accomplish the required goals (Nehemiah 2:3-5).

    B. Other important things to note about “game changers” are:

    1. “Game changers” usually introduce a better way of going about a task or condition and with that, life becomes easier (Exodus 18:15-22).
    2. These people stand out from the crowd ke cause they are always bent on bringing out the best anywhere they are (Daniel 5:11-12).
    3. A “game changer:” breaks new ground by removing obstacles to progress (Genesis 26:18-22).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

    Would you like to be a “game changer?”

    CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 21 December 2025

    Be a game changer!

    ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 16

    Students should practically spur a positive change in their immediate environment this week (No Marks).

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  • RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

    This is RCCG Sunday School Teachers manual for the adult class.

    Today’s Lesson 16 topic: THE GAME CHANGERS

    Date: 21 December 2025

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    RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 16: 21 December 2025

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    RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 16 (21 DECEMBER 2025)

    TOPIC: THE GAME CHANGERS

    OPENING PRAYER:
    Almighty God, help me to be innovative in Jesus’ name.

    PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
    The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

    BIBLE READING

    BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 15:22-28

    22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.
    23 But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us.
    24 But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
    25 Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help me.
    26 But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children’s bread, and to cast it to dogs.
    27 And she said, Truth, Lord: yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.
    28 Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.

    MEMORY VERSE:

    “Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish, I perish.” Esther 4:16.

    INTRODUCTION

    A game changer is a person or an idea that positively changes the way things are done. It is a “dynamics” newly introduced that transforms an existing situation/activity in a significant or complete way. Game changers work assiduously to launch a technique that brings a major shift from the old order. They change existing conditions by revitalising them and bringing out the best in them.

    In business, ministry, organisations, families, etc. game changers alter old strategies and conceive a new way of moving forward. We shall examine the qualities and results of game changers.

    TEACHER’S DIARY

    LESSON AIM:

    To encourage learners to be dynamic.

    TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

    Through this lesson, students should be able to:

    1. Say who “game changers” are.
    2. Mention the qualities of game changers.
    3. State the upshots of “game changers.”

    TEACHING PLAN:

    1. To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:
    1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discus-sion, and do class activities and assignments.
    2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
    3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

    TEXT REVIEW: Matthew 15:22-28.

    A Canaanite woman went to Jesus to beseech Him to heal her daughter and deliver her from the demon tormenting her, but Jesus did not answer.

    When He eventually did, Jesus said He was only sent to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

    How did this woman turn the table in her favour?

    What did she do to be a ‘game-changer?’ Read verses 25-27 as a guide.

    1. …
    2….
    3….
    4….
    5….

    TEACHING METHOD:

    The Lecture Method.

    TIME MANAGEMENT:

    The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

    LESSON OUTLINE 1: QUALITIES

    The teacher should allow the students to explain what they know about ‘game changers’ and give examples. The teacher should explain the following to the class:

    Some of the qualities of “game changers” include:

    1. “Game changers” are visionary and innovative persons who proffer solutions to problems or change the perception of people from negative to positive (Nehemiah 2:17-18; 4:17-18).
    2. They are dogged and never take “no” for an answer (Luke 18:3-5).
    3. These people are highly creative in their thoughts and actions because they are always driven by the desire for change and are never comfortable with the status quo (2 Chronicles 26:14-15).
    4. They are audacious as they take the bull by the horns (1 Samuel 17:36).
    5. “Game changers” are master strategists who employ tact in bringing about the required transformation where they are (1 Corinthians 9:19-22).
    6. They are great planners who work tirelessly to see that a good idea is implemented (Genesis 41:33-37,47-49).
    7. They stand as worthy representatives (Dan 1:8) of their organizations, ministries, families, etc. and ensure their noble policies see the light of the day.
    8. They change the trajectory to bring about a progressive change (Ruth 1:15-16).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

    Have you tried to be a game changer, what problem did you encounter?

    LESSON OUTLINE 2: UPSHOTS

    The class should discuss what “game changers” are likely to achieve, then the teacher should explain the following:

    A. “Game changers” through their unrelenting efforts achieve great results.

    1. They unravel knotty issues (Daniel 2:19). Wholesome developments that are beneficial to all are initiated and they project their family, min-istry, organization, etc. in a good light (Joshua 2:12-13).

    2. Irrespective of the odds, they are ready to move the organisation or people to the next phase (Numbers 13:30).

    3. Regardless of the problem; they ensure that they get to its root to accomplish the required goals (Nehemiah 2:3-5).

    B. Other important things to note about “game changers” are:

    1. “Game changers” usually introduce a better way of going about a task or condition and with that, life becomes easier (Exodus 18:15-22).
    2. These people stand out from the crowd ke cause they are always bent on bringing out the best anywhere they are (Daniel 5:11-12).
    3. A “game changer:” breaks new ground by removing obstacles to progress (Genesis 26:18-22).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

    Would you like to be a “game changer?”

    CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 21 December 2025

    Be a game changer!

    EVALUATION:
    What does it mean to be a game changer?

    CLOSING PRAYER:
    Father, in the name of Jesus, I decree and declare that I am a game changer, a problem solver and a solution provider.

    ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 16

    Students should practically spur a positive change in their immediate environment this week (No Marks).

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  • Open Heavens HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

    Open Heavens HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

    This is hymn 30 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    Hymn 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

    1. When we walk with the Lord
    in the light of his word,
    what a glory he sheds on our way!
    While we do his good will,
    he abides with us still,
    and with all who will trust and obey.

    Refrain:
    Trust and obey, for there’s no other way to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.

    2. But we never can prove
    the delights of his love
    until all on the altar we lay;
    for the favor he shows,
    for the joy he bestows,
    are for them who will trust and obey.

    [Refrain]

    3. Then in fellowship sweet
    we will sit at his feet,
    or we’ll walk by his side in the way;
    what he says we will do,
    where he sends we will go;
    never fear, only trust and obey. [Refrain]

    Open Heavens HYMN

    WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD HYMN COMMENTARY

    Beloved in Christ, in our journey of faith, we often seek complex formulas for victory and peace. This beloved hymn, “When We Walk With The Lord,” cuts through all complexity and reveals the beautiful, simple, and powerful secret to a life filled with God’s glory, presence, and joy. It is a hymn that lays out the fundamental rhythm of the Christian life: a walk of trusting faith that results in loving obedience.

    Why Sing This Hymn

    We sing this hymn to remind ourselves of the inseparable link between faith and action, and the blessedness that flows from aligning our will with God’s. It is a call to practical, daily discipleship that leads to deep, soul-satisfying happiness.

    1. It is a Hymn of Illuminated Fellowship (Verse 1)
    The hymn begins by painting a picture of intimate companionship: “When we walk with the Lord.” This is not a distant following, but a side-by-side journey. The condition for this fellowship is walking “in the light of his word.” God’s Word is the lamp that illuminates our path (Psalm 119:105), and as we walk in its truth, He “sheds glory on our way.” The promise is profound: as we actively engage in “his good will,” we experience His abiding presence. Faith and obedience are not sequential; they are two sides of the same coin. We trust Him enough to obey, and in obeying, we find Him faithful, which deepens our trust.

    2. It is a Hymn of Proven Delight (Verse 2)
    This verse introduces a crucial spiritual principle: some of the deepest joys of God’s love are experiential and can only be known through surrendered obedience. “We never can prove the delights of his love until all on the altar we lay.” The “favor” and “joy” He promises are reserved for those who move beyond mere intellectual assent to a place of full surrender. It is in the act of laying down our rights, our plans, and our treasures that we discover the far greater treasure of His delightful presence. The blessing is found on the other side of surrender.

    3. It is a Hymn of Intimate Companionship (Verse 3)
    The result of this life of trust and obedience is a relationship of beautiful intimacy. We are promised “fellowship sweet,” where we can either rest contently “at his feet” like Mary, listening and learning, or actively “walk by his side” like the disciples on the Emmaus road. This intimacy breeds a heart that says, “what he says we will do, where he sends we will go.” This is not a burden but a loving response. And the final encouragement is for the fearful heart: “never fear, only trust and obey.”

    The Refrain: The Unchanging Principle
    The timeless refrain is the cornerstone of the hymn: “Trust and obey, for there’s no other way to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.” This is not a restrictive rule, but a liberating truth. Happiness (or blessedness) in Christ is not found in perfect circumstances, accumulated wealth, or worldly success. It is found in the secure, dependent, and obedient relationship with our Savior.

    A Word for Your Spirit Today

    Are you searching for happiness and purpose today? Does your path seem dark or uncertain? The Lord is inviting you into a simple, yet profound, exchange.

    Bring your fears, your plans, and your will to the altar. Choose to walk in the light of His Word, even when you don’t understand the full path. Make the decision to do what He has already clearly said in Scripture. As you take that step of obedience, you will prove His delights for yourself. You will find Him walking beside you, shedding glory on your way.

    The Christian life is not a mystery to be solved, but a Person to be trusted and a will to be surrendered. Choose today to walk in the simple, powerful, and happy way of trust and obey.

    In the faithful name of Jesus, Amen.

  • Open Heaven Devotional for Today 2025: YOUR FATHER OWNS IT ALL

    Open Heaven Devotional for Today 2025: YOUR FATHER OWNS IT ALL

    Today’s Open Heaven devotional (5 December 2025) is YOUR FATHER OWNS IT ALL.

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

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    Open Heaven Devotional for Today 2025

    OPEN HEAVEN 5 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

    TOPIC: YOUR FATHER OWNS IT ALL

    MEMORISE:
    The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, saith the LORD of hosts.
    Haggai 2:8

    READ: Psalms 24:1-2:
    1 The earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.
    2 For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.

    RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 5 DECEMBER 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

    Today’s Bible reading tells us that the earth is the Lord’s and its fullness thereof. Today’s memory verse also says that silver and gold belong to Him. Psalm 50:10 tells us that the cattle upon a thousand hills all belong to Him.

    With God as your Father, you should not be bothered about any financial problems. I am confident that you will overcome any financial challenge you may be facing right now because your Father will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19).

    It is worthy of note that Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Job, and other patriarchs in the Bible were all very wealthy. They walked with God, and He blessed them greatly. Since those who walk with the wise become wise (Proverbs 13:20), when you walk with the Almighty, All-sufficient God, He will always meet your needs.

    Beloved, make up your mind today to walk with God wholeheartedly.

    In Luke 15:16-19, the prodigal son had a very wealthy father, yet he considered eating pig food, and no one gave him anything. This is how some Christians today are begging people for things that they can easily get from the Almighty God, their Father.

    Note that when the prodigal son departed from his father’s house initially, everything seemed to be going well. However, things soon took a turn for the worse, and he realised that he had made a mistake.

    Thankfully, he decided to retrace his steps, and the moment he did so and returned to the loving embrace of his father, he started to live in affluence again.

    Beloved, if you have backslidden from God and are already experiencing lack and sorrow, retrace your steps to Him today. Do not admire the things that ungodly people are doing to get wealthy; instead, return to the One who owns all of creation and who gives the power to get true wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18).

    Beloved, make up your mind to stick with God fully for the rest of your life so that you can start enjoying the benefits that come with being a child of God.

    Only God can give riches with no sorrow added to it, as we see in Proverbs 10:22:
    The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

    I pray that you will walk with God wholeheartedly and not indulge in sin so that you can be truly blessed, in Jesus’ name.

    KEY POINT

    Your Heavenly Father is the source of true wealth.

    BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

    2 Corinthians 10-13

    HYMN 10: IN CHRIST ALONE

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  • RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 15: 14 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 15: 14 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Student manual for the adult class.

    Today’s Lesson 15 topic: THE EAR GATE

    Date: 14 December 2025

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    RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 15 (14 DECEMBER 2025)

    TOPIC: THE EAR GATE

    BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 13:13-17

    13 Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand.
    14 And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:
    15 For this people’s heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them.

    16 But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.
    17 For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.

    MEMORY VERSE:

    “And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” Isaiah 30:21.

    INTRODUCTION

    The ear is a sensory/sensitive organ of the human body with two main functions: hearing and balance. It is mainly concerned with detecting, transmitting and transducing sound while the semi-circular canals and vestibule of the inner ear work together to keep the body balanced. The ear is one of the means we receive information from the world around us.

    A gate is any means of access. The ear gate is thus a censor to be used to select what we allow into our soul and what we do with the information received; to run with or discard it.

    LESSON OUTLINE 1: “DULL EARS”

    A. Hebrews 5:11 discloses that some people have dull ears. These people lack interest in yielding to divine instructions and have difficulty in running with God’s command because their heart is not cultivated (Matthew 13:15). They exhibit a lack of understanding about the things of Christ and are not excited to take heed to the voice of the living God (Matthew 19:16-22).

    B. Other traits displayed by people who are dull of hearing include:

    1. Rebellion: They willingly revolt against divine instructions (Ezekiel 12:2).
    2. Refusal to Hearken: They do not listen attentively so they find it difficult to comprehend and follow directions (Zechariah 7:8-11).
    3. Immaturity: They are undeveloped and cannot handle hard and sound teachings (Hebrews 5:11-12).
    4. They prefer to listen to fables instead of the truth of God’s word (2 Timothy 4:4).
    5. They love to hear teachers who will tell them what they want (2 Timothy 4:3).
    6. Their ears are not “circumcised”- not refined – so they hear slowly (Acts 7:51; Acts 28:27).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

    How can we help people who have “dull ears?”

    LESSON OUTLINE 2: “OBEDIENT EARS”

    The teacher should explain ‘obedient ears’ as follows:

    A. A major trait of people with obedient ears is that:

    i. They completely obey the undiluted word of God without holding anything back (Exodus 24:Z).
    ii. They believe in divine doings (Psalm 44:1).
    iii. They take to corrections (Proverbs 25:12)
    iv. Their obedience helps them to eat the good of the land as stated in saiah 1:19.
    v. They hold tenaciously to the truth of God’s word and run away from the lusts in the world (Joshua 24:24-25; 1 Peter 1:14).
    vi. They are not hypocrites (Ephesians 6:5-6).
    vii. They take delight in doing the will of God (Psalm 40:8).
    viii. They are quick to hear (James 1:19).
    ix. They cleave to God (Deuteronomy 13:4).
    x. They are His people (Psalm 100:3).

    B. We should note that:

    i. It is a blessing to obey God’s commandments (Deuteronomy 11:26-27).
    ii. Jesus also comes into the lives of those who hear His voice (John 10:27).
    iii. Jesus gives the Holy Ghost to those who obey Him (Acts 5:32).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

    Do you think you have “obedient ears?” Tell the class your reasons.

    CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 14 December 2025

    Although the reception of information is voluntary and within our power to choose, we must intentionally give heed to godly instructions to prosper and record success in life.

    ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 15

    Students should mention five (5) ways to develop “obedient ears” (2×5=10 Marks).

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  • RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 15: 14 December 2025

    RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 15: 14 December 2025

    This is RCCG Sunday School Teachers manual for the adult class.

    Today’s Lesson 15 topic:THE EAR GATE

    Date: 14 December 2025

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    TOPIC: THE EAR GATE

    OPENING PRAYER:
    Father, filter my ears in Jesus’ name.

    PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
    The teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

    BIBLE READING

    BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 13:13-17

    13 Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand.
    14 And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:
    15 For this people’s heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them.

    16 But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.
    17 For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.

    MEMORY VERSE:

    “And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” Isaiah 30:21.

    INTRODUCTION

    The ear is a sensory/sensitive organ of the human body with two main functions: hearing and balance. It is mainly concerned with detecting, transmitting and transducing sound while the semi-circular canals and vestibule of the inner ear work together to keep the body balanced. The ear is one of the means we receive information from the world around us.

    A gate is any means of access. The ear gate is thus a censor to be used to select what we allow into our soul and what we do with the information received; to run with or discard it.

    TEACHER’S DIARY

    LESSON AIM:

    To study self-control through information censor.

    TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

    Through this lesson students should be able to:

    1. Define the term “ear-gate.”
    2. Mention the characteristics of “dull ears.”
    3. State the traits of “obedient ears.”

    TEACHING PLAN:

    1. To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:
    1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.
    2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
    3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

    TEXT REVIEW: Matthew 13:13-17

    In the Scriptures above, Jesus justified his reasons for speaking in parables to the people. It is basically because the people had dull eyes and ears.

    A. Read verses 13-15 and list out the characteristics of dull eyes and ears.
    i. …
    ii …
    iii. …..
    iv….
    v….
    vi. …

    B. Those whose eyes and ears are not dull are blessed because many people love to see and hear but they cannot. It takes spiritual alignment to know, see and appreciate spiritual things.

    TEACHING METHOD:

    The Lecture Method.

    TIME MANAGEMENT:

    The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

    LESSON OUTLINE 1: “DULL EARS”

    A. Hebrews 5:11 discloses that some people have dull ears. These people lack interest in yielding to divine instructions and have difficulty in running with God’s command because their heart is not cultivated (Matthew 13:15). They exhibit a lack of understanding about the things of Christ and are not excited to take heed to the voice of the living God (Matthew 19:16-22).

    B. Other traits displayed by people who are dull of hearing include:

    1. Rebellion: They willingly revolt against divine instructions (Ezekiel 12:2).
    2. Refusal to Hearken: They do not listen attentively so they find it difficult to comprehend and follow directions (Zechariah 7:8-11).
    3. Immaturity: They are undeveloped and cannot handle hard and sound teachings (Hebrews 5:11-12).
    4. They prefer to listen to fables instead of the truth of God’s word (2 Timothy 4:4).
    5. They love to hear teachers who will tell them what they want (2 Timothy 4:3).
    6. Their ears are not “circumcised”- not refined – so they hear slowly (Acts 7:51; Acts 28:27).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

    How can we help people who have “dull ears?”

    LESSON OUTLINE 2: “OBEDIENT EARS”

    The teacher should explain ‘obedient ears’ as follows:

    A. A major trait of people with obedient ears is that:

    i. They completely obey the undiluted word of God without holding anything back (Exodus 24:Z).
    ii. They believe in divine doings (Psalm 44:1).
    iii. They take to corrections (Proverbs 25:12)
    iv. Their obedience helps them to eat the good of the land as stated in saiah 1:19.
    v. They hold tenaciously to the truth of God’s word and run away from the lusts in the world (Joshua 24:24-25; 1 Peter 1:14).
    vi. They are not hypocrites (Ephesians 6:5-6).
    vii. They take delight in doing the will of God (Psalm 40:8).
    viii. They are quick to hear (James 1:19).
    ix. They cleave to God (Deuteronomy 13:4).
    x. They are His people (Psalm 100:3).

    B. We should note that:

    i. It is a blessing to obey God’s commandments (Deuteronomy 11:26-27).
    ii. Jesus also comes into the lives of those who hear His voice (John 10:27).
    iii. Jesus gives the Holy Ghost to those who obey Him (Acts 5:32).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

    Do you think you have “obedient ears?” Tell the class your reasons.

    CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 14 December 2025

    Although the reception of information is voluntary and within our power to choose, we must intentionally give heed to godly instructions to prosper and record success in life.

    EVALUATION:
    What are the characteristics of a “dull ear”?

    CLOSING PRAYER:
    Father, anoint my ears and help me to obey You in all things in Jesus’ name.

    ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 15

    Students should mention five (5) ways to develop “obedient ears” (2×5=10 Marks).

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  • Open Heavens HYMN 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

    Open Heavens HYMN 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

    This is hymn 19 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

    Hymn 19: ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME

    1. Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee; let the water and the blood, from thy wounded side which flowed, be of sin the double cure; save from wrath and make me pure.

    2. Not the labors of my hands can fulfill thy law’s demands; could my zeal no respite know, could my tears forever flow, all for sin could not atone; thou must save, and thou alone.

    3.  Nothing in my hand I bring, simply to the cross I cling; naked, come to thee for dress; helpless, look to thee for grace; foul, I to the fountain fly; wash me, Savior, or I die.

    4. While I draw this fleeting breath, when mine eyes shall close in death, when I soar to worlds unknown, see thee on thy judgment throne, Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee.

    Open Heavens HYMN

    ROCK OF AGES CLEFT FOR ME HYMN COMMENTARY

    Beloved in Christ, as we meditate on this profound and deeply personal hymn, “Rock of Ages,” we are confronted with the very heart of the Gospel. This is not a hymn of triumphant march or energetic labor, but a hymn of humble, desperate refuge. It strips away every pretense of human merit and leads us to the only safe place for a guilty soul: the wounded side of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

    Why Sing This Hymn

    We sing this hymn to remember the foundation of our salvation. It keeps us from the deadly trap of self-righteousness and re-centers our faith entirely on the finished work of Calvary. It is the song of a sinner who has come to the end of themselves and found everything in Christ.

    1. It is a Hymn of Divine Refuge and Complete Atonement (Verse 1)
    The opening line presents one of the most powerful images in all of hymnody: Christ as the “Rock of Ages,” a timeless, unshakeable, and protective fortress. We are not just standing on this rock; we are hiding in it, having been “cleft” or split open by the spear of a Roman soldier (John 19:34). From His “wounded side” flowed the “water and the blood,” symbols of both cleansing and redemption. This is the “double cure” we desperately need: to be saved from God’s wrath against our sin and made pure in His sight. Only the sacrifice of Christ accomplishes both.

    2. It is a Hymn of the End of Self-Effort (Verse 2)
    This verse is a crushing blow to human pride. It systematically dismantles every human attempt to reach God. Our “labors” (good works), our “zeal” (religious fervor), and our “tears” (worldly sorrow) are all declared utterly insufficient to atone for sin. The law demands perfection, and we cannot meet its demands. The resounding conclusion is one of liberating truth: “Thou must save, and thou alone.” Our salvation is, from start to finish, a monergistic work of God—He alone must do it, and He alone has done it.

    3. It is a Hymn of Empty-Handed Faith (Verse 3)
    This is the sinner’s prayer in its purest form. “Nothing in my hand I bring, simply to the cross I cling.” We come to Christ not as benefactors bringing a contribution, but as beggars in need of everything. We are:

    • Naked and need the dress of His righteousness.
    • Helpless and need the gift of His grace.
    • Foul with sin and need the washing of His fountain (Zechariah 13:1).
      The final cry, “Wash me, Savior, or I die,” is not melodrama but spiritual reality. Without His cleansing blood, we are eternally lost.

    4. It is a Hymn of Eternal Security (Verse 4)
    The hymn beautifully concludes by affirming that the Rock who saves us in life is the same Rock who secures us in death and for eternity. In our final moments, as we “soar to worlds unknown” and stand before the “judgment throne,” our only plea remains the same. There is no other argument, no other plea. It is only, “Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee.” Our hope in life, death, and judgment is found in Christ alone.

    A Word for Your Spirit Today

    Dear reader, have you been striving to earn God’s favor? Have you grown weary under the weight of your own efforts to be good enough? This hymn calls you to cease your striving and find rest.

    Come to the Rock that was cleft for you. Bring nothing but your need. Cling to the cross, not to your resume. Fly to the fountain that cleanses every stain.

    And if you are a believer, sing this hymn to remember the rock from which you were hewn. Let it fill you with fresh gratitude and humble confidence. Your standing before God is not based on your fluctuating performance, but on the eternal, finished work of the Rock of Ages. You are safe, you are clean, and you are secure—not because of who you are, but because of who He is and what He has done.

    Hide yourself in Him today.

    In the name of Jesus, our Rock and our Redeemer, Amen.