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The Open Heaven 11 May 2025 devotional for today is GOD’S TIMING.

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 11 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD’S TIMING

MEMORISE

Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.
Genesis 18:14

READ: Genesis 21:1-2

And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken.
2 For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 11 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

God’s ways are perfect, and this includes His timing (2 Samuel 22:31). In Genesis 12:1-3, He promised Abraham, “Through your seed shall all the earth be blessed.” At that time, Abraham had no child, and 25 years later, nothing had happened. However, one day, Abraham was sitting in front of his tent, and his appointed time came. In Acts 2:1, the Bible says, “…..when the day of Pentecost was fully come…” God didn’t act one minute too soon or too late.

Beloved, there is an appointed time for your miracle. When that day comes, nothing special might seem to be happening, but your miracle will not pass you by. You might just be going about your normal business like Abraham, who was just sitting in front of his tent. Moses’ appointed time met him at the backside of a desert while going about his shepherding duties (Exodus 3:1), and Peter’s time came while he was waiting in the upper room (Acts 2). For Saul of Tarsus, his appointed time came as he was travelling to cause havoc (Acts 9).

I received a prophecy in 1961 that I would be travelling abroad regularly. At that time, travelling abroad was a really big deal in my village, and l had not even been to Lagos state, where the international is located.

However, when it was time for that prophecy to start manifesting, it was beyond my wildest imagination. Also, when I became the General Overseer of RCCG, I left my wife and children in llorin to live in a one-room apartment at Mushin (a relatively poor suburb in Lagos). I wanted to bring my family over to live with me, but I couldn’t do that due to the size of my apartment. I went to God in prayers and explained the challenges I was facing. I told Him to help me get decent accommodation.

God’s response to me was shocking. He said, “Son, I have decided to build you a city.” I was asking Him for a boys’ quarters, but He was talking about a city. Today, Redemption City is the manifestation of that prophecy. These prophecies and more looked impossible when l first received them, but God has fulfilled them in my life according to His timing.

Beloved, if God has made promises to you, don’t be discouraged if you are yet to see them come to pass. God is not a liar; if He makes a promise, He will surely fulfil it (Numbers 23:19).

Wait for His appointed time.

KEY POINT

Remain steadfast in God; the appointed time for the fulfilment of His promises will surely come

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2 Chronicles 12-16

RCCG HYMN 21: STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF CHRIST MY KING

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 11 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Genesis 18:14 (KJV)

This verse anchors the devotional’s central truth: God’s promises are certain, and His timing is impeccable.

Bible Reading: Genesis 21:1-2 (KJV)

This passage demonstrates God’s faithfulness to His word—precisely when He said He would act.

Key Insights from the Devotional:

1. The Nature of Divine Appointments

• Biblical Case Studies:
  • Abraham & Sarah: 25-year wait for Isaac (Genesis 12:1-3 → 21:1-2)
  • Moses: 40-year desert preparation before deliverance calling (Exodus 3:1)
  • Pentecost: The disciples waited 50 days after Christ’s ascension (Acts 2:1)
  • Paul: Conversion en route to persecute Christians (Acts 9:1-6)
• Common Characteristics:
  1. Often involves protracted waiting periods (Habakkuk 2:3)
  2. Manifestation comes unexpectedly during ordinary activities
  3. Always exceeds human expectations (Ephesians 3:20)

2. Why God’s Timing Seems Delayed

• Four Purposes of Divine Delays:
  1. Character Development: Abraham’s faith was perfected through waiting (Romans 4:19-21)
  2. Divine Positioning: Joseph needed to be in Egypt before famine struck (Genesis 45:5-7)
  3. Spiritual Alignment: The disciples needed Pentecost’s power before global mission (Acts 1:8)
  4. Maximum Impact: Lazarus’ death allowed greater glory manifestation (John 11:4, 40)

3. The Testimony of the Author’s Life

• 1961 Prophecy of International Travel:
  • Seemed impossible for a village boy
  • Manifested beyond imagination in God’s time
• Housing Need vs. Redemption City:
  • Prayed for modest accommodation
  • God promised (and built) an entire city
• Key Lesson: Human limitations cannot constrain divine promises (Jeremiah 32:27)

4. How to Respond While Waiting

1. Maintain Active Faith (Hebrews 11:1)
   • Abraham kept believing despite his aged body (Romans 4:19-20)
2. Continue Daily Obedience (Psalm 37:23)
   • Moses was shepherding when his call came (Exodus 3:1)
3. Reject Discouragement (Galatians 6:9)
   • The disciples waited 10 days after Jesus’ ascension (Acts 1:12-14)
4. Prepare for Manifestation (Amos 4:12)
   • Sarah prepared baby clothes before visible pregnancy

5. The Certainty of God’s Promises

• God’s Character Guarantees Fulfillment:
  • He cannot lie (Numbers 23:19)
  • His word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11)
  • His calendar is perfect (Ecclesiastes 3:11)

Practical Applications for Believers Today

For the Weary Waiter:

• Create a “Promise Journal” to record God’s words to you
• Pray: “Lord, help me trust Your timing like Abraham did.”

For the Doubting Heart:

• Study Luke 1 – compare Zechariah’s doubt (v.18) with Mary’s faith (v.38)
• Declare: “What God has promised, He is able to perform” (Romans 4:21)

For the Impatient Soul:

• Fast from calculating timelines for one month
• Meditate on 2 Peter 3:8 – God’s perspective on time

Warning vs. Encouragement

• Warning: “Presumption tries to force promises (like Sarah with Hagar)” (Genesis 16:1-2)
• Encouragement: “Patient faith always receives reward” (Hebrews 6:12)

Conclusion: Standing on the Promise

1. God’s delays are not denials – they’re divine preparations
2. Your “ordinary moment” may be God’s appointed time – stay alert
3. No promise is too hard for God – even resurrection power is available (Romans 8:11)

Prayer Response

“Father, I surrender my timeline to Your perfect will. Strengthen my faith to wait without wavering. Help me recognize my ‘set time’ when it comes, and prepare me to steward the manifestation for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Charge
“The same God who kept Abraham waiting 25 years is orchestrating your breakthrough. Will you trust Him in the waiting room of faith?”
Your set time is coming!

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The Open Heaven 10 May 2025 devotional for today is GOD’S CALL.

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 10 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: GOD’S CALL

MEMORISE

Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.
1 Corinthians 7:20

READ: 2 Chronicles 26:3-21

3 Sixteen years old was Uzziah when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and two years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name also was Jecoliah of Jerusalem.
4 And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his father Amaziah did.
5 And he sought God in the days of Zechariah, who had understanding in the visions of God: and as long as he sought the Lord, God made him to prosper.
6 And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines.
7 And God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwelt in Gurbaal, and the Mehunims.

8 And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entering in of Egypt; for he strengthened himself exceedingly.
9 Moreover Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the corner gate, and at the valley gate, and at the turning of the wall, and fortified them.
10 Also he built towers in the desert, and digged many wells: for he had much cattle, both in the low country, and in the plains: husbandmen also, and vine dressers in the mountains, and in Carmel: for he loved husbandry.
11 Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by the hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, one of the king’s captains.

12 The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour were two thousand and six hundred.
13 And under their hand was an army, three hundred thousand and seven thousand and five hundred, that made war with mighty power, to help the king against the enemy.
14 And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host shields, and spears, and helmets, and habergeons, and bows, and slings to cast stones.
15 And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong.

16 But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the Lord his God, and went into the temple of the Lord to burn incense upon the altar of incense.
17 And Azariah the priest went in after him, and with him fourscore priests of the Lord, that were valiant men:
18 And they withstood Uzziah the king, and said unto him, It appertaineth not unto thee, Uzziah, to burn incense unto the Lord, but to the priests the sons of Aaron, that are consecrated to burn incense: go out of the sanctuary; for thou hast trespassed; neither shall it be for thine honour from the Lord God.
19 Then Uzziah was wroth, and had a censer in his hand to burn incense: and while he was wroth with the priests, the leprosy even rose up in his forehead before the priests in the house of the Lord, from beside the incense altar.

20 And Azariah the chief priest, and all the priests, looked upon him, and, behold, he was leprous in his forehead, and they thrust him out from thence; yea, himself hasted also to go out, because the Lord had smitten him.
21 And Uzziah the king was a leper unto the day of his death, and dwelt in a several house, being a leper; for he was cut off from the house of the Lord: and Jotham his son was over the king’s house, judging the people of the land.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 10 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Many people believe that God only calls individuals into pulpit ministries – this is untrue.

If God only calls people to serve Him on the pulpit, then it means that He is leaving other important areas of life to the devil. Every believer has a calling in one area of life or the other. In the Bible, we see God calling people into government. Joseph was called into leadership, and his obedience preserved the lives of his people (Genesis 45:7). Daniel was also called to shine God’s light in the government of idolatrous Babylon, and he obeyed. He served under several kings and fulfilled his calling to reveal the power and presence of God through his roles in the government (Daniel 6:25-28). Also, Nehemiah wasn’t called into the office of a priest; he was called to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem, and he did this joyfully (Nehemiah 2:1-5). Esther stayed at her duty post in the government house before God called her into the influential position of the queen in the palace (Esther 2:16-17). Her submission to God saved the lives of the Jews when Haman, their enemy, plotted to destroy them (Esther 7).

God also calls people into business. Lydia of Thyatira was a seller of purple, an expensive cloth worn by kings and queens. Only very rich people could afford her wares, and God positioned her there so that she could use her resources to advance the kingdom (Acts 16:14).

God calls people to serve in different areas of life. Do you know the area He has called you into? People who live or move outside their places of calling will struggle because they have set themselves against God’s purpose for their lives. In 2 Chronicles 26:16-21, the Bible tells us about King Uzziah, who decided to operate in another office that God did not call him into. As Israel’s king, he enjoyed God’s grace and favour until he decided to operate in the office of a priest. He went into the temple to burn incense and didn’t return the same way; he came out leprous and was isolated.

Whenever people operate in places God has not called them into, they become isolated from His grace and provision.

Beloved, if God has called you to serve Him in any area of life, focus on your calling in that area. Do not compare yourself to other people who are flourishing in other areas. Obey God wholeheartedly in your calling, and you will experience His abundant grace and provision.

KEY POINT

Find out what God has called you to do and focus on it.

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2 Chronicles 8-11

RCCG HYMN 23: TAKE MY LIFE AND LET IT BE

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 10 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: 1 Corinthians 7:20 (KJV)

“Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.”
This verse establishes the devotional’s core principle: Faithfulness to one’s divine assignment is key to experiencing God’s grace and provision.

Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 26:3-21 (KJV)

The tragic account of King Uzziah—a successful ruler who lost everything when he overstepped his calling into the priestly office—serves as a sobering case study in divine placement.

Key Insights from the Devotional:

1. The Myth of “Pulpit-Only” Calling

• Biblical Corrective:
  • Joseph in government (Genesis 41:39-40)
  • Daniel in civil service (Daniel 2:48)
  • Nehemiah in construction (Nehemiah 2:5)
  • Lydia in commerce (Acts 16:14)
• Reformation Truth:
  Martin Luther’s doctrine of vocation affirms all legitimate work as divine calling when done for God’s glory.

2. Four Divine Spheres of Influence (With Biblical Examples)

1. Government & Leadership
   • Joseph: Preserved nations through administrative wisdom (Genesis 45:7)
   • Esther: Saved her people through political influence (Esther 4:14)
2. Marketplace & Business
   • Lydia: Funded apostolic ministry through textile trade (Acts 16:14-15)
   • Boaz: Modeled righteous business practices (Ruth 2:1)
3. Creative & Technical Fields
   • Bezalel: Anointed artisan for tabernacle construction (Exodus 31:1-5)
   • Hiram: Master craftsman for Solomon’s Temple (1 Kings 7:13-14)
4. Home & Social Services
   • Dorcas: Ministered through clothing the poor (Acts 9:36-39)
   • Priscilla & Aquila: Tentmakers who discipled Apollos (Acts 18:2-3, 26)

3. The Danger of Calling Drift (2 Chronicles 26:16-21)

• Uzziah’s Error:
  • Successful king (v.5) → Coveted priestly role (v.16) → Struck with leprosy (v.19)
• Modern Parallels:
  • Business leaders neglecting their enterprises for pulpit envy
  • Artists abandoning their craft for “more spiritual” pursuits
  • Parents outsourcing childrearing to pursue ministry recognition

4. Discerning Your Divine Assignment

• Three Confirmation Metrics:
  1. Providential Gifting (Romans 12:6-8)
  2. Sanctified Desire (Psalm 37:4)
  3. Affirmed Fruitfulness (John 15:16)
• Warning Signs of Misplacement:
  • Chronic frustration in role
  • Repeated closed doors
  • Lack of spiritual authority

5. The Blessing of Divine Placement

• Fourfold Promise for Those in Right Assignment:
  1. Grace for Productivity (1 Corinthians 15:10)
  2. Divine Connections (Acts 16:14 – Lydia & Paul)
  3. Supernatural Protection (Daniel 6:22 – in the lion’s den)
  4. Eternal Reward (Matthew 25:21 – “Good and faithful servant”)

Practical Applications for Today’s Believers

For the Professionally Frustrated:

• Conduct a spiritual gifts assessment (1 Peter 4:10)
• Seek godly counsel (Proverbs 11:14) to evaluate if you’re in proper alignment

For the “Ordinary” Worker Feeling Inferior:

• Remember Jesus spent 90% of His life in carpentry before public ministry
• Your workplace is your primary mission field (Colossians 3:23)

For Leaders Tempted by Platform Envy:

• Study John the Baptist’s contentment in his wilderness assignment (John 3:30)
• Practice daily surrender prayers: “Not my will but Yours” (Luke 22:42)

Warning & Encouragement

• Warning: “Like Uzziah, presumption forfeits favor” (Proverbs 16:18)
• Encouragement: “Faithfulness in small things releases greater things” (Luke 16:10)

Conclusion: Your Assignment Matters

1. God needs kingdom agents in every sphere—not just church buildings
2. Your current position is providential—maximize it for God’s glory
3. Divine contentment beats human ambition—bloom where planted

Prayer Response

“Father, reveal my true kingdom assignment. Give me grace to excel where You’ve placed me, resisting comparison or covetousness. Let my life demonstrate that all work is worship when done for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Charge
“The world doesn’t need more pulpit stars—it needs godly bankers, righteous politicians, and anointed engineers who will transform systems for Christ.”
Will you be God’s change agent in your sphere today?

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The Open Heaven 9 May 2025 devotional for today is YOUR LIFETIME.

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 9 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: YOUR LIFETIME

MEMORISE

This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah.
Psalm 24:6

READ: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5 A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
6 A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
7 A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8 A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 9 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

A person’s lifetime is the period between the fellow’s birth and death. Today’s Bible reading says that there are seasons for everything and a time for every purpose under heaven.

Everyone is assigned to a purpose here on earth, and after a while, regardless of whether they fulfil their purpose or not, they die. Once you leave the earth, another generation will come on the scene and play their own part according to God’s design (Ecclesiastes 1:4).

The question is, during this period when you are playing your own part, will you make a mark in the sands of time? Will you fulfil your destiny or just pursue mundane things?

David followed after God so much that He called him “…a man after mine own heart…” (Acts 13:22). Little wonder he lived such an impactful life and is still regarded as Israel’s greatest king up until today. Another fellow, Methuselah, was only known for his day of birth and death. He was the oldest man recorded in the Bible, and apart from the fact that he had sons and daughters, nothing else was written about him (Genesis 5:25-27).

Enoch, on the other hand, walked with God, and this made his lifetime count (Genesis 5:24).

When a fellow walks with God and does His will like Enoch and David did, the person’s lifetime will count. The impact of that fellow will be felt long after he or she has crossed over to eternity.

God seeks a generation of people who will fear, love, and follow Him wholeheartedly.

David called this generation ‘the generation that seeks God’s face’ (Psalm 24:6). When I was younger, people had shops with small peepholes that could only accommodate a person’s hand. If someone wanted to buy something, the shop owner would stretch his or her hands through the peephole to collect the person’s money and pass the goods out, after which the fellow would leave. However, if the fellow insists on seeing the shop owner, the shop owner would open the door so they can meet face to face.

Beloved, God wants you to seek His face and not just the blessings in His hands. If you want your life to matter, don’t focus on the things you can get from Him; seek His face so you can have access to Him. Don’t only ask God for material things; ask Him to show you His face so that when the world looks at you, they will see His glory (Exodus 34:28-35).

ACTION POINT

Seek God’s face and live according to His will so your life can make an impact in the world.

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2 Chronicles 5-7

RCCG HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 9 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Psalm 24:6 (KJV)

This verse calls believers to intimate pursuit of God—not just His blessings—as the key to a life of eternal impact.

Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 (KJV)

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven…”
This passage frames life as divinely orchestrated seasons, emphasizing that our choices within these seasons determine eternal significance.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. Life Is a Temporary Assignment (Ecclesiastes 1:4)

• Earthly Reality:
  • Your lifespan is the brief interval between birth and death (James 4:14).
  • Generations pass, but eternal impact remains (Psalm 112:6).
• Two Contrasting Examples:
  • David: A man after God’s heart (Acts 13:22) whose legacy still inspires.
  • Methuselah: Lived 969 years (Genesis 5:27) but is only remembered for longevity.
• Question: Will your life be a footnote (like Methuselah) or a blueprint (like David)?

2. God’s Priority: Face Over Favors (Psalm 24:6)

• The “Peephole” vs. “Face-to-Face” Analogy:
  • Many treat God like the shopkeeper—seeking His hands (blessings) but not His face (relationship).
  • Biblical Contrast:
    • Esau sought birthright blessings but despised the Giver (Hebrews 12:16-17).
    • Moses sought God’s presence and carried His glory (Exodus 34:29-35).
• Modern Application:
  • Shift from “God, give me…” to “God, show me You.”

3. How to Make Your Lifetime Count

1. Walk with God Like Enoch (Genesis 5:24)
   • Enoch’s secret: Daily intimacy—so deep God “took him” to heaven.
2. Pursue Purpose Like David (Acts 13:36)
   • David served God’s purpose in his generation before dying.
3. Embrace Seasons Like Jesus (John 17:4)
   • Jesus fulfilled each assigned season (Galatians 4:4) to complete His mission.

4. The Cost of a Life That Matters

• Sacrifice: David spent years in wilderness before kingship (Psalm 78:70-72).
• Surrender: Enoch’s walk required total devotion (Hebrews 11:5).
• Focus: Paul forgot “mundane things” to press toward eternity (Philippians 3:13-14).

5. Warning: The Peril of Wasted Time

• The Rich Fool (Luke 12:20): Stored wealth but was “not rich toward God.”
• Lot’s Wife (Genesis 19:26): Looked back at temporal comforts, lost eternity.

Practical Applications

For the Distracted:

• Audit your priorities: Are you chasing temporary gains or eternal rewards? (Colossians 3:2).
• Pray: “Lord, reveal what season I’m in and how to maximize it.”

For the Weary:

• Like David in the wilderness, your hidden season is preparation for impact.
• Declare: “I will be faithful in this season’s assignment.”

For the Lukewarm:

• God seeks a generation that seeks Him—not just His benefits (Revelation 3:16).
• Act: Fast from requests for a week; seek only His presence.

The Reward of a Life Well-Lived

• Divine Glory: Like Moses, your face will reflect His radiance (2 Corinthians 3:18).
• Eternal Legacy: Like David, your life will inspire generations (Psalm 145:4).
• Heavenly Commendation: “Well done, good servant!” (Luke 19:17).

Conclusion: Your Life—A Stewardship

1. Time is short—redeem it (Ephesians 5:16).
2. Purpose is fixed—fulfill it (Jeremiah 1:5).
3. Eternity is certain—prepare for it (Matthew 6:20).

Prayer Response

“Father, deliver me from a mundane existence. Help me seek Your face above all, walk in my ordained seasons, and leave a legacy that glorifies You. Let my life echo in eternity. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Charge
“In a world chasing shadows, be a seeker of the Substance—God Himself.”
Will your lifetime count for eternity?

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The Open Heaven 8 May 2025 devotional for today is WHEN GOD WANTS TO BLESS.

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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TOPIC: WHEN GOD WANTS TO BLESS

MEMORISE

And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.
Job 42:10

READ: Job 42:10-17

10 And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before.
11 Then came there unto him all his brethren, and all his sisters, and all they that had been of his acquaintance before, and did eat bread with him in his house: and they bemoaned him, and comforted him over all the evil that the Lord had brought upon him: every man also gave him a piece of money, and every one an earring of gold.
12 So the Lord blessed the latter end of Job more than his beginning: for he had fourteen thousand sheep, and six thousand camels, and a thousand yoke of oxen, and a thousand she asses.

13 He had also seven sons and three daughters.
14 And he called the name of the first, Jemima; and the name of the second, Kezia; and the name of the third, Kerenhappuch.
15 And in all the land were no women found so fair as the daughters of Job: and their father gave them inheritance among their brethren.
16 After this lived Job an hundred and forty years, and saw his sons, and his sons’ sons, even four generations.
17 So Job died, being old and full of days.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 8 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

When God really wants to bless someone, He will go to any length to bless the fellow. In Job 1:8, God asked the devil if he had considered Job. You would think that God just wanted to boast about Job, but by the time you get to the end of Job’s story, you will realise that God was looking for an avenue to bless him with double the things he had already, as we see in Job 42:10: “…the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before.” God wanted to bless Job, but He also wanted him to pass through a process that would prove that he was deserving of the blessing.

In Genesis 32:24-29, the Bible tells us that Jacob was left alone to wrestle with a Man until the break of the day. When the Man (who was actually a representation of God) could not defeat him, He touched his leg and dislocated it. Jacob kept wrestling, and the Man had to beg him to let him go. However, Jacob said that he would not do so until he received a blessing, which he eventually got. Clearly, it was an arrangement made by God, as Jacob could ordinarily not have overpowered the man. When God wants to bless you, He can do certain things that seem strange and might not make sense to you or anyone around you. I pray for you today that God will intentionally determine to bless you in this season, in Jesus’ name.

When God wanted to bless me, He led me to a small church in a little corner of Ebute Metta in Lagos, Nigeria. At that time, I was the most educated person in the church, the church auditorium was uncomfortable, and really, I had every reason not to stay. My spiritual father did not go to school, but I was a PhD holder! It looked as if it was only the church that was benefitting from my presence there, but in truth, I was the one who was to benefit by staying where God asked me to stay so that I could fulfil my destiny.

When God wants to bless you, the ingredients He will put together to prepare that blessing may not look like it, but if you cooperate with Him, at the end of the day, you will enjoy His blessings in abundance. If you are willing to submit to His process, He will use every opportunity to decorate your life with His blessings.

KEY POINT

Submit yourself to God’s process, and He will decorate your life with His blessings.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

2 Chronicles 1-4

RCCG HYMN 26: THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 8 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Job 42:10 (KJV)

This verse encapsulates God’s ultimate purpose in Job’s trials – not to destroy him, but to double his blessings through testing.

Bible Reading: Job 42:10-17 (KJV)

The passage details Job’s complete restoration after his season of suffering, proving that God’s delays are not denials.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. God Initiates Tests to Prepare for Greater Blessings

• Job’s Case (Job 1:8-12):
  • God permitted Satan’s attacks to refine Job’s character.
  • The test wasn’t punishment but preparation for double blessings (Job 42:10).
• Modern Application:
  • Your current struggles may be divine setup for future elevation (James 1:2-4).

2. Blessings Often Come Through Unconventional Processes

• Jacob’s Wrestling Match (Genesis 32:24-28):
  • God appeared as an “opponent” to break Jacob’s self-reliance (hip dislocation).
  • The struggle produced a new identity (“Israel”) and covenant blessing.
• Daddy Adeboye’s Testimony:
  • Obedience to serve in a humble church positioned him for destiny.
  • Principle: God’s blessing paths often defy human logic (Isaiah 55:8-9).

3. Three Phases of Divine Blessing Preparation

1. The Selection Phase (Job 1:8, Genesis 32:24)
   • God chooses whom to bless and allows tests to qualify them.
2. The Refining Phase (Job 23:10, Genesis 32:25)
   • Trials remove:
     • Pride (Jacob’s limp)
     • Dependence on wealth (Job’s losses)
     • Self-sufficiency (Author’s academic humility)
3. The Release Phase (Job 42:10, Genesis 32:28)
   • Blessings come after proven character (Romans 5:3-4).

4. Why God Uses Strange Methods

• To eliminate fleshly dependence (2 Corinthians 12:9)
• To authenticate spiritual growth (1 Peter 1:7)
• To establish eternal perspectives (2 Corinthians 4:17)

5. How to Cooperate With God’s Process

1. Recognize Tests as Love (Hebrews 12:6)
   • Job’s suffering was proof of God’s investment in him.
2. Persist Through Discomfort (James 1:12)
   • Jacob refused to let go until blessed – holy stubbornness.
3. Maintain Obedience in Small Things (Luke 16:10)
   • The author’s submission in a “small” church unlocked greater purpose.
4. Bless Your “Tormentors” (Job 42:10)
   • Job’s prayer for his critics triggered his restoration.

Warning vs. Promise

• Warning: “Resisting God’s process forfeits His best (Hebrews 12:25).”
• Promise: “Patient endurance inherits promises (Hebrews 6:12).”

Modern-Day Applications

For Those in Financial Strain

• Like Job, your “losses” may be prelude to double restoration.
• Pray: “Lord, teach me to steward lack as preparation for abundance.”

For the Spiritually Weary

• Jacob’s all-night wrestle mirrors prolonged spiritual battles.
• Declare: “I won’t let go until You bless me!”

For the Overqualified Serving in “Small” Places

• Pastor Adeboye’s PhD in a humble church proves:
  • Divine positioning > human credentials
  • Obedience precedes influence

Conclusion: The Theology of Divine Setup

1. God’s blessings are intentional – He engineers circumstances to qualify you.
2. The process is non-negotiable – No cross, no crown (Matthew 16:24-25).
3. Your response determines your reward – Will you trust the Potter’s hands?

Prayer Response

“Father, I surrender to Your refining process. Help me endure trials as Job, persist like Jacob, and obey like Your servant. I receive grace to emerge purified and doubly blessed. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement
“The same God who allowed your testing has already decreed your triumph.”
Will you trust His process today?

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The Open Heaven 7 May 2025 devotional for today is HE CAN CHANGE IT.

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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TOPIC: HE CAN CHANGE IT

MEMORISE

In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will:
Ephesians 1:11

READ: Jeremiah 18:1-6

The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying,
2 Arise, and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words.
3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels.
4 And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it.
5 Then the word of the Lord came to me, saying,
6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the Lord. Behold, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 7 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

Over the past three days, I discussed how everything that happens on earth is according to God’s design and that we are actors in His grand play. Because God is the writer of the play, He can change some things in it, such as actors, scenes, sequences, and the like, to suit His grand vision.

For example, in 1 Samuel 2:30, He told Eli, “I said indeed that you and your father’s house will stand before me forever, but now, I change my mind.” That is an instance of God changing the actors that would be involved in carrying out His grand vision. God is the Writer and Director of your life, and the earlier you cooperate and surrender to Him, the better it will be for you.

I pray that you will never do anything that will cause God to change His mind concerning His good purpose for your life.

As the Director of your life, God can also change parts of your life that don’t fit His purpose anymore. In today’s Bible reading, Jeremiah was in his house when God told him to go to a potter’s house because He wanted to speak to him there. If I were Jeremiah, I would have asked, “Daddy, are we not speaking already? Let’s continue our conversation here.” Thank God Jeremiah was an obedient fellow, and as l mentioned in the just-concluded series, obedience will keep you at the centre of God’s will. He stood up immediately and went to the potter’s house, where he met the potter working on a vessel.

As Jeremiah watched, the vessel got damaged in the potter’s hand, but instead of throwing it away, the potter remoulded it into another vessel. By the time he was done, it didn’t look like the vessel had once been damaged.

And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it. Jeremiah 18:4

Beloved, God can change those damaged portions of your life if you surrender everything to Him. He can remould you into another vessel fit enough to fulfil His original plan for your life. Don’t give up on the promises He has made to you or the glimpses of the glorious destiny that He has shown you because of negative circumstances or past mistakes. He can change everything and make your life a beautiful story of His grace – only put your trust in Him.

PRAYER POINT

Father, I surrender myself to You. Make me a vessel that is fit to fulfil Your good plan and pleasure, in Jesus’ name.

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1 Chronicles 27-29

RCCG HYMN 6: I AM SO GLAD THAT OUR FATHER IN HEAV’N

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 7 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

1. God’s Sovereign Right to Modify His Plans

• Example of Eli (1 Samuel 2:30):
  • God initially promised his lineage perpetual priesthood, but their disobedience triggered a divine revision.
  • Principle: God’s promises are conditional on human cooperation (Deuteronomy 28:1–2; Joshua 1:8).
• Modern Application:
  • Your destiny is secure in Christ, but rebellion can delay or reroute it (e.g., Saul → David).

2. The Potter’s House: A Lesson in Surrender

• Jeremiah’s Obedience (v. 2):
  • He didn’t question God’s instruction to relocate; he acted immediately.
  • Lesson: Prompt obedience positions us for divine revelation.
• The Marred Vessel (v. 4):
  • The clay flawed in the potter’s hands symbolizes:
    • Broken dreams (Joseph in prison).
    • Personal failures (Peter’s denial).
    • Unforeseen crises (Job’s suffering).
  • Yet, the potter didn’t discard it—he remolded it.

3. God’s Process of Remolding

• Step 1: Brokenness
  • The clay must be softened (trials, repentance) to be reshaped (Psalm 51:17).
• Step 2: Reshaping
  • God doesn’t patch flaws; He starts anew (2 Corinthians 5:17).
• Step 3: Purposeful Design
  • The new vessel reflects His wisdom, not human expectations (Isaiah 64:8).

4. Why Does God Permit “Marred” Seasons?

• To Remove Pride: Paul’s thorn kept him dependent (2 Corinthians 12:7–9).
• To Test Faith: Abraham’s wait for Isaac refined his trust (Hebrews 11:17–19).
• To Prepare for Greater Glory: David’s exile trained him for kingship.

5. How to Respond When God Reshapes Your Life

1. Submit to His Hands (James 4:7).
   • Like clay, don’t resist the Potter’s pressure.
2. Trust His Timing (Ecclesiastes 3:11).
   • The potter knows when to remold.
3. Embrace the Process (Romans 8:28).
   • Your “damage” is raw material for a greater testimony.
4. Reject Discouragement (Galatians 6:9).
   • The potter’s wheel may spin violently, but the end is beautiful.

Warning vs. Promise

• Warning: “Resisting God’s reshaping leads to wasted potential (like Eli’s lineage).”
• Promise: “Surrendered lives emerge flawless (Jeremiah 29:11).”

Modern-Day Applications

For the Disappointed:

• Lost a job? Failed a relationship? God is rerouting you, not rejecting you.
• Pray: “Lord, mold me into what You desire.”

For the Impatient:

• Waiting for a promise? The Potter is still working (Philippians 1:6).
• Declare: “I trust Your process, Lord.”

For the Ashamed:

• Past mistakes don’t disqualify you—they qualify you for grace (1 Timothy 1:16).

Conclusion: Your Life in the Potter’s Hands

1. God’s plans are dynamic—He may alter methods, but His end goal is unchanging.
2. Brokenness precedes breakthrough—surrender leads to glory.
3. Your story isn’t over—the Potter is still shaping you.

Prayer Response:

“Father, I yield to Your reshaping hands. Break, mold, and use me as You please. I trust that what seems ‘marred’ now will become a masterpiece for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
“A lump of clay has no right to complain—only to be clay. Let God shape you without protest.”
Will you surrender to the Potter today?

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The Open Heaven 6 May 2025 devotional for today is LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION III.

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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TOPIC: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION III

MEMORISE

The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
Psalm 33:11

READ: Genesis 50:16-20

16 And they sent a messenger unto Joseph, saying, Thy father did command before he died, saying,
17 So shall ye say unto Joseph, Forgive, I pray thee now, the trespass of thy brethren, and their sin; for they did unto thee evil: and now, we pray thee, forgive the trespass of the servants of the God of thy father. And Joseph wept when they spake unto him.
18 And his brethren also went and fell down before his face; and they said, Behold, we be thy servants.
19 And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God?
20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 6 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

As I conclude the teaching I started two days ago, I want you to take special note of today’s memory verse. It tells us that God’s counsel will stand forever. This implies that no matter what anyone tries, God’s plan for your life can never be changed. Isaiah 46:10 says, “…My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:”

When things that do not seem to align with God’s plan for your life start happening to you, don’t despair; trust God and be confident that He is able to make all things work together for your good. For example, in the Bible, God showed Joseph a glimpse of His plan for his life in two dreams (Genesis 37:5-9).

However, instead of keeping his mouth shut, he announced the dreams to his brothers and parents. His brothers got angry and sold him into slavery. They thought they were destroying him, but little did they know that they were helping Him towards his destiny.

After he was brought into Potiphar’s house, tragedy struck again, and he found himself in prison. I’m sure the devil must have mocked him and asked, “Now, what has become of your big dreams?” However, God never fails to bring His word to pass; He hastens His word to perform it (Jeremiah 1:12). The bigger the challenges, the more He will showcase His mighty power.

God had a great destiny prepared for David, but the moment the oil came upon his head and he was anointed as king, it seemed all hell was let loose upon him. He became a fugitive for 13 years, moving from one hideout to another. In his psalms, he recorded how he felt during that season (Psalm 88:15, Psalm 25:16).

However, despite all he faced, he still became Israel’s king as God ordained. I am sure that was why he said, “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all” (Psalm 34:19).

Beloved, no matter how much the enemy tries to stop you from achieving that glorious destiny that God has prepared for you, I want you to know that all things will work together for your good when you love God, and you are aligned with His purpose (Romans 8:28).

Loving God means that you must obey all His commands (John 14:15). Don’t lose hope when negative circumstances come your way. Trust in God, obey all His commandments, and He will surely bring you to a glorious end in Him.

KEY POINT

No matter the difficulties you may be facing in your life, God is able to make all things work together for your good.

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1 Chronicles 24-26

RCCG HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 6 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

Memorise: Psalm 33:11 (KJV)

This verse anchors the devotional’s core truth: God’s plans are eternal, unshakable, and unstoppable—no human or demonic force can alter them.

Bible Reading: Genesis 50:16-20 (KJV)

Joseph’s declaration reveals God’s sovereignty—He redeems even evil intentions to fulfill His divine purpose.

Key Lessons from the Devotional:

1. God’s Plan Is Immovable (Isaiah 46:10)

• God declares: “My counsel shall stand.”
• Implication: Your destiny is not subject to human interference (Job 42:2).
• Example: Joseph’s brothers sold him, but God sent him ahead to save nations (Genesis 45:7-8).

2. Trials Are Part of the Process

• Joseph’s Path to Destiny:
  • Dreams → Betrayal → Slavery → False Accusation → Prison → Promotion.
  • God used each delay and pain to position him (Psalm 105:17-19).
• David’s Anointing vs. Adversity:
  • Anointed as king → Hunted by Saul for 13 years → Crowned.
  • Lesson: The greater the destiny, the fiercer the opposition—but God always delivers(Psalm 34:19).

3. The Enemy’s Attacks Backfire

• Satan’s tactics (through Joseph’s brothers, Potiphar’s wife, prison):
  • Aimed to destroy him.
  • Actually accelerated his rise.
• Modern Application:
  • Rejection, betrayal, or delays may feel like setbacks, but God uses them as setups (Romans 8:28).

4. How to Stay Aligned with God’s Plan

1. Keep Trusting (Proverbs 3:5-6).
   • Joseph never abandoned his faith, even in prison (Genesis 39:21-23).
2. Stay Obedient (John 14:15).
   • Partial obedience (like Saul) disqualifies; full obedience promotes.
3. Wait Patiently (Habakkuk 2:3).
   • David waited 13 years—God’s timing is perfect.
4. Praise in the Process (Acts 16:25).
   • Joseph and David worshipped in their trials, and God turned things around.

5. The Guarantee: God Will Perform His Word (Jeremiah 1:12)

• If God spoke it (dreams, prophecies, promises), He will do it (Numbers 23:19).
• Your role: Cooperate through faith and obedience.

When Life Doesn’t Make Sense…

• Question: “Why would God let Joseph suffer if He had a great plan?”
• Answer:
  • Character Development: Prison refined Joseph’s leadership (Psalm 105:18-19).
  • Divine Timing: He had to arrive in Egypt at the right moment to meet Pharaoh’s need.
  • Ultimate Purpose: To save Israel and foreshadow Christ’s redemption.

Practical Applications

✔️ For the Discouraged:

• Your “pit” or “prison” is not your end—it’s part of your training ground.
• Pray: “God, help me see Your hand in this season.”

✔️ For the Impatient:

• David’s 13-year wait preserved his humility.
• Pray: “Lord, teach me to trust Your timing.”

✔️ For the Attacked:

• Like Joseph, don’t retaliate—let God fight for you (Romans 12:19).
• Declare: “What the enemy meant for evil, God will turn for good!”

Warning vs. Encouragement

• Warning: “Don’t resist God’s process (like Saul)—you’ll miss your destiny.”
• Encouragement: “If you submit (like Joseph), God will showcase His glory through you.”

Conclusion: Hold Onto God’s Unchanging Plan

1. God’s counsel is fixed—no one can change it.
2. Your trials have purpose—they’re shaping you for greatness.
3. Obedience + patience = fulfillment of destiny.

Prayer Response:

“Father, thank You that Your plans for me are perfect. When life feels chaotic, remind me that You’re still directing my story. Help me to trust, obey, and wait on You—knowing that my end will be glorious. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Final Encouragement:
*”God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called—through the process.”
Will you trust Him in yours today?

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The Open Heaven 2 May 2025 devotional for today is THE JOURNEY OF 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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TOPIC: THE JOURNEY OF LIFE

MEMORISE

For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light.
Psalm 36:9

BIBLE TEXT: Psalm 32.8-9

8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.

9 Be ye not as the horse, or as the mule, which have no understanding: whose mouth must be held in with bit and bridle, lest they come near unto thee.

RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 2 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE

In Genesis 47:7-9, Pharaoh asked Jacob, “How old are you?” Jacob responded, “I have travelled 130 years; my forefathers travelled longer.” The question, ‘How old are you?’ simply means, how far have you gone in the journey of life? The moment you are born, you begin a journey on earth. However, when you die, that journey ends; then, you face eternity either in heaven or hell, depending on whether you gave your life to Jesus Christ or not.

Let me ask you a question: since you’re on a journey on the earth, are you travelling in the right direction? Do you know God’s ordained destination for you?

Today, many people travel through life without seeking to know God’s will concerning their destination – you cannot afford to do that. You were born for a purpose, and if that purpose is not fulfilled, you will answer to the Giver of the life you are living now. Your decisions, whether small or big, will determine your destination in life. In Genesis 13:10-11, Lot decided on where to settle based on how pleasant the place looked without finding out God’s will. That single decision changed the course of his life and those of his descendants forever.

Beloved, the One who set you on this journey has a predetermined destination for you and a map for you to get there. He said in Jeremiah 29:11 that He will bring you to an expected end

While God reveals destinations, He does not provide the full details about the journey all at once. He told Abraham, “Leave your father’s house, and I will take you to a land that I will show you.” He also told the Israelites, “I will take you to a Promised Land.” He showed Joseph that he would become a great ruler, and He also told Peter that He would make him a fisher of men. All these people had an idea of the destination, but the map to get there remained with God. The map that shows how you will fulfil destiny is with God; if you stay close to Him, He will guide you. David said in Psalm 119:105:

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Beloved, if you lose your relationship with God, you will lose your map, and you will likely arrive at the wrong destination. Stay close to God, and let Him guide all your steps in this journey of life.

PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to remain close to You forever so that I can arrive at Your ordained destination for my life, in Jesus’ name.

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Chronicles 10-12

RCCG HYMN 30: WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 2 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY

1. Life Is a Journey with an Eternal Destination

• Jacob described his life as a “pilgrimage” (Genesis 47:9), recognizing that earth is temporary, but eternity is forever.
• Question: Are you living just for earthly gains, or are you preparing for eternity? (Matthew 6:19-20).
• Warning: If you die without Christ, you face eternal separation from God (Revelation 20:15).

2. Many Travel Without Seeking God’s Will

• Lot’s Mistake (Genesis 13:10-11): He chose based on physical attractiveness (Sodom’s lushness) rather than God’s will, leading to destruction.
• Lesson: Every decision (career, marriage, finances) must be guided by God, not just human reasoning (Proverbs 3:5-6).

3. God Has a Predestined Plan for You (Jeremiah 29:11)

• God knows your destination, but He often reveals it step by step (like Abraham—Genesis 12:1).
• Joseph’s Example: He saw his future in dreams (Genesis 37:5-11), but the process (betrayal, slavery, prison) was unclear until God’s time.
• Peter’s Calling: Jesus told him, “I will make you a fisher of men” (Matthew 4:19), but Peter didn’t know the full journey (trials, denial, Pentecost).

4. God’s Word Is Your Roadmap (Psalm 119:105)

• The Bible is not just a book—it’s God’s GPS for life.
• Daily Guidance: “A lamp to my feet” (immediate steps) and “a light to my path” (long-term direction).
• Danger of Drifting: If you neglect God’s Word, you’ll lose direction (Hosea 4:6).

5. Stay Close to God to Avoid Wrong Turns

• Example of Samson: He had a divine destiny (Judges 13:5), but compromise led to his downfall (Judges 16:20).
• Key to Success:
  • Prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
  • Obedience (John 14:15)
  • Fellowship with Believers (Hebrews 10:25)

Conclusion: How to Stay on the Right Path

1. Surrender Your Life to Christ (If you haven’t)—“For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul?” (Mark 8:36).
2. Seek God’s Will in Every Decision—“In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:6).
3. Study the Bible Daily—It’s your map to fulfilling destiny.
4. Obey Promptings of the Holy Spirit—He is your Guide (John 16:13).
5. Avoid Lot’s Mistake—Don’t choose based on temporary pleasures; seek eternal rewards.

Final Warning:
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death” (Proverbs 14:12). Only God’s way leads to life!

Prayer Response:

“Lord Jesus, I surrender my journey to You. Forgive me for times I’ve walked in my own wisdom. Guide me by Your Word and Spirit. Help me to fulfill Your purpose for my life and not miss my divine destination. Amen.”

Encouragement:
“Life is short. Eternity is long. Walk with God, and you’ll never regret your destination.”

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