The Open Heaven 1 May 2025 devotional for today is TRUST GOD.
This is a daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
OPEN HEAVEN 1 MAY 2025 TODAY DEVOTIONAL
TOPIC: EARTHSHAKING EVENTS
MEMORISE:
And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.
Acts 4:31
READ: Acts 16:25-26
25 And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.
26 And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed.
RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 1 MAY 2025 TODAY MESSAGE
On the day of Pentecost, the disciples were gathered together in one room and in one accord when suddenly, there came a sound as of a rushing mighty wind (Acts 2:1-4). This wind shook the entire house, and until now, the world has not recovered from that event.
Whether you believe it or not, God is about to shake the whole world. A great revival is here, and you can be a part of it.
In 1979, l attended a Kenneth Hagin campmeeting in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with my Father in the Lord and four other brethren.
We stayed at Mayo Hotel, and very early one morning, my Father in the Lord sent for all of us. When we got to his room, we saw him praying in the Holy Spirit more deeply than we had ever seen him pray before. It was at that meeting that he dropped a bombshell – he was going to be called to glory soon, and I would be succeeding him as the church’s leader. When he said that, we all began to pray fervently. We were still praying when suddenly, the hotel’s engineer came knocking at the door. As I was standing closest to the door, I opened it. The engineer then asked, “What kind of instrument are you playing?” | replied, “We are not playing any instrument; we are praying.” He didn’t believe me, so he entered the room and looked everywhere.
As he was going out, he asked, “What did you say you were doing?” I replied, “We were praying.” Then I asked, “What is wrong?” He said, “The hotel is shaking, and we have traced the source of the vibration to this room.” The building’s foundation was tested in an attempt to trace the cause of the vibration, but nothing was found.
After we left, the hotel was shut down because there were major concerns about the vibration. Since they could not detect the cause of the vibration and they couldn’t possibly have believed that it was as a result of our prayers, the hotel had to be shut down for 30 years. That was an event that preceded the revival we are witnessing in the RCCG today.
When believers pray together in unity, great things happen; we can influence the world effectively and win many souls into the kingdom faster. Beloved, if you want to be part of a revival that will shake the earth and reveal God’s glory, you must become accustomed to fervent prayers in unity with other believers.
KEY POINT
Fervent prayers in one accord with other believers will birth earth-shaking events and great revivals.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
1 Chronicles 7-9
HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER
OPEN HEAVEN DEVOTIONAL 1 MAY 2025 COMMENTARY
1. The Pattern of Revival: Unity and Prayer (Acts 2:1-4)
The disciples were gathered “in one accord” (unity of purpose) when the Holy Spirit descended like a mighty wind, filling them with power. True revival begins when believers come together in agreement, seeking God’s presence earnestly.
2. God Shakes the World Through Prayer
The devotional recounts a personal testimony where intense prayer caused a physical vibration in a hotel—so strong that engineers could not explain it. This mirrors biblical accounts (Acts 4:31, Acts 16:26) where prayer triggered supernatural manifestations.
- When believers pray in unity, God releases His power in ways that defy human logic, preparing the way for revival.
3. Fervent Prayer Precedes Divine Assignments
The author’s spiritual father received a revelation about his passing and the succession plan during deep prayer. This shows that major spiritual transitions and assignments are often birthed in moments of intense intercession.
- If you desire God to use you mightily, cultivate a lifestyle of fervent prayer.
4. The Impact of Corporate Prayer on Revival
The hotel incident was a sign preceding the great revival in RCCG (Redeemed Christian Church of God). This teaches that:
- Corporate prayer shakes spiritual and physical realms.
- Revival is not accidental; it is triggered by persistent, faith-filled prayers.
- Unbelievers may not understand it, but they cannot ignore God’s power.
5. How to Be Part of the Coming Revival
- Pray fervently (James 5:16).
- Pray in unity with other believers (Matthew 18:19-20).
- Expect supernatural manifestations (Mark 16:17-18).
- Be bold in witnessing (Acts 4:31).
Conclusion: A Call to Action
God is raising a generation of believers who will pray with such intensity that the world will be shaken for His glory. Will you be part of this move?
- Commit to consistent, fervent prayer.
- Join other believers in corporate intercession.
- Expect God to do the impossible in your life and community.
As seen in Scripture and this devotional, when God’s people pray with one heart, Heaven responds with power! Let us rise and be part of this end-time revival.
Prayer Point:
“Lord, fill me with Your Spirit and make me a vessel of revival. As I join other believers in prayer, let Your power shake my world for Your glory. Amen.”
Final Encouragement:
“The world has yet to see what God can do through a man or woman fully surrendered to Him in prayer.” — (Paraphrase of Charles Finney’s quote). Will you be that person?
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