Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these declarations in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual and can only be understood and fully enjoyed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name I pray.”

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Join today’s Devotion: Open Heavens 18 December 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 18 December 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am helped by God. Intercession is made for me by the Holy Spirit of God. I am assisted and lifted. I am not alone. I have an advantage by virtue of having the spirit of God. When I pray in the Spirit, things happen for me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree I am shielded in the secret place of the Most High and hidden under the shadow of the Almighty

I decree my strength is daily renewed in Christ Jesus no power of hell will have dominion over me, in Jesus’ name

Great king have Your way in me and all that I do henceforth, in Jesus’ name

I decree and declare that as I pray in tongues, the Holy Spirit in me helps me to navigate around dangers and optimise opportunities in my future, even the ones that I don’t know about yet.

I decree and declare that I have the powerful gift of speaking in tongues and I use it in Jesus name.

I decree my body remains the dwelling place of The Most High, therefore no evil penetration will have their way inside of me in Jesus’ name

I declare that I live a holy life and when the roll is called up yonder, I will be there in the name of Jesus.

I declare that the day of rapture will be a day for rejoicing for my family and I in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I do not defile my garment. Therefore I shall walk with Jesus in white: for I am worthy in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I walk worthy of Jesus’ calling therefore my name will not be blotted out of the book of life in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I remain in Christ and when rapture comes, I will go with Him in the Name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I receive grace to live a holy life even from now in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I Study my Bible daily, I don’t miss Christian fellowships, I pray without ceasing, I preach the word and do the work of God. I will make it to heaven on the last day, in Jesus name.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, and how You keep using him world wide. Lord may Your grace be multiplied to him and may You cause an increase to every seed You have planted through him. I decree and declare may the wisdom and inspiration of the Almighty upon him never cease and the grace of God will continually dwell with him and his entire household, may they continue to enjoy Your faithfulness in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare heaven responds to these prayers and declaration as I say them and I receive answers in Jesus name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these declarations, please continue to inspire them for more prophetic declarations in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Lord for everyone working on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Please Lord, perfect everything that concerns them and make them great in Jesus name.

Thank You Holy Spirit for all the testimonies and miracles coming through these prayers. May they be permanent in Jesus name.

Father, let everybody joining in to say this declarations all over the world experience great miracles throughout this month. May we have numerous testimonies in Jesus name.

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

See you tomorrow.

Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these prayers in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual, this can only be understood and fully accessed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

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Today’s Devotional: Open Heavens 18 December 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 18 December 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am helped by God. Intercession is made for me by the Holy Spirit of God. I am assisted and lifted. I am not alone. I have an advantage by virtue of having the spirit of God. When I pray in the Spirit, things happen for me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Thank You, Father, for lifting up my head above those of my enemies, for healing me, and for the grace to be counted among the living today.

Father, in anyway I have fallen short of Your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, help me to always exercise my faith when I come to You in prayer, in Jesus’ name.

Father, wear upon me the garment of prayer, and help me to always pray and not faint, in Jesus’ name.

Father, help me to take advantage of the gift of the Holy Spirit and enjoy Him fully in Jesus name..

Dear Holy Spirit touch my life and grant me the boldness to constantly pray in tongues daily in the name of Jesus.

Oh Lord, please help me to maintain my garment and not defile it. That I may walk with You in white in Jesus name.

Father, please don’t let me put my hand in anything that will make my name to be blotted out of the book of life in the name of Jesus.

Oh Lord, may my name not be found anywhere close to the book of death in Jesus name.

Father, help me to remain in You that Your coming may not take me by surprise in the name of Jesus.

(Spend some time praying in tongues).

Grant me grace oh Lord to overcome temptations, the lures of the devil, and the world in the name of Jesus.

Father, empower me by Your grace to pray without ceasing, and let whatever I decree in prayer, be instantly established, in Jesus’ name.

Father, when the roll is called up yonder, let me be there in the name of Jesus.

Oh Lord, let the day of rapture be a day for rejoicing for my family and I in the name of Jesus.

My Lord and my God, may my family and I not be amongst those who will cry because they would have missed the rapture in Jesus name.

Thank You for the benefactors and beneficiaries of Your great work on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Father I ask that fresh fire fall upon them, that they will be set ablaze for You.

Oh Lord, bless your son Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye for all his years of continual service, remember him, guide him on the path, help him remain focused, bless his entire household, and fulfill all Your promises for their liberation, ministry and family, in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Father for the intercessory team and the online platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG) and that which You have put in their hearts, I pray that You make them as flaming swords to bring men to Your kingdom and shut down the works of darkness in the name of Jesus.

Father, bless everyone dedicating their time to pray through these prayers & declarations at the point of their needs. Give them the grace to share/rebroadcast, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please uphold Your children working everyday on this platform (rccgonline.org) to prepare these prayers and declarations with Your right hand of righteousness and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, give them the grace to keep up with this good work of Faith, in the name of Jesus.

By faith, appreciate God for answered prayers. Your testimonies are undeniable in Jesus’ name.

Father, let every challenge, hindrance and obstacle of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus’ name.

Submit yourself and your personal petitions to God. Cast all your cares on Him, for He cares for you.

( Philippians 4:6)

In Jesus’ name I pray.

(John 14:13-14; 15:16)

Thank you Father for answered prayers.

(1 Thessalonians 5:18).

#GodBlessOurNation

These prayers have no expiry date! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

See you here tomorrow.

DATE: SUNDAY, 18TH DECEMBER, 2022
LESSON: 16

TOPIC: HOW TO AVOID THE DEVIL

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP ANTHEM
1. I love this family of God,
So closely knitted into one,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

2. I bless this family of God,
So greatly prospered by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

3. I know this family of God,
So deeply rooted in the word,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

4. I see this family of God,
So highly lifted above all,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

5. Come, join this family of God,
So highly favoured by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family.

A. MEMORY VERSE: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”. James 4:7

B. BIBLE TEXT: JAMES 4:6-8

6. But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

7. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

8. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.

C. LESSON INTRODUCTION: Devil is depicted by sin and falsehood, and he is representing anything that is against God. As much as possible, he must be avoided. To avoid the devil, therefore, one needs to avoid anything that represents him. To this however, as a child of God, you must be ardently obedient to God’s words and commandments.

SUBMIT TO GOD AND RESIST THE DEVIL
In order to keep the devil at bay, the following are important.

1. Decide to be for God by being genuinely saved and totally committed to Jesus Christ Acts 3:19.

2. Come out of the world, where the devil reign supreme 2 Corinthians 6:14-18.

3. Study and memorize the word of God, you will need it to avoid the devil 2 Timothy 2:15, Colossians 3:16.

4. Put on the whole armour of God. Ephesians 6:10-18, Acts 1:8.

5. Walk in the Spirit and you will not fulfill the lust of the flesh Galatians 5:16

LESSON OUTLINE TWO

FLEE FROM ALL APPEARANCE OF EVIL
We must follow the following if we are to flee from the devil.

1. Be contented with what God gives you 1 Timothy 6:6-8

2. Identify his resemblance and avoid them.

3. Do not be deceived by the evil prosperity of the wicked, they will soon come to destruction Psalm 73:1-12, Jeremiah 17:11.

4. Cut off relationships with all ungodly friends and associates 2 Corinthians 6:16-18.

CONCLUSION: The devil will come to children of God without invitation, so we must always at alert of his pranks by engaging him with the word. “It is written” at any time 1 Peter 5:8, but our victory is certain if we abide in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, I receive power over every wile of the devil in Jesus Name

2. Father, destroy every work of the devil in my life in the Mighty Name of Jesus

3. In the name of Jesus, I resist the devil and his agents in my life and family

4. Father, uproot the works of the devil in RCCG in Jesus Name

5. Pray for Daddy and Mummy G.O. and their family.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY: Hebrews 1:9 by loving righteousness you are resisting the devil.

TUESDAY: 1 John 5:4, if you are truly of God then you have overcome the devil.

WEDNESDAY: Hebrews 12:2, focus on Jesus.

THURSDAY: Job 1:8, integrity/uprightness is a powerful tool against evil.

FRIDAY: A right standing with God makes you outstanding.

SATURDAY: Romans 6:8-11

SUNDAY: 2 Corinthians 12:9, thank God because His grace is sufficient.

LESSON SIXTEEN {16}
TOPIC: HOW TO AVOID THE DEVIL

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP ANTHEM
1. I love this family of God,
So closely knitted into one,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

2. I bless this family of God,
So greatly prospered by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

3. I know this family of God,
So deeply rooted in the word,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

4. I see this family of God,
So highly lifted above all,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

5. Come, join this family of God,
So highly favoured by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family.

OPENING PRAYER: Father, please grant me grace to be sensitive to demonic yielding.

MEMORY VERSE: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”. James 4:7

BIBLE TEXT: JAMES 4:6-8

6. But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

7. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

8. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Devil is depicted by sin and falsehood, and he is representing anything that is against God. As much as possible, he must be avoided. To avoid the devil, therefore, one needs to avoid anything that represents him. To this however, as a child of God, you must be ardently obedient to God’s words and commandments.

LESSON AIM: To have understanding why believers should be sensitive to devil’s tricks in this generation.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, members should be able to:
i. always resist devil’s promptings.
ii. know that some situations need you to flee when required to avoid being doomed.

TEXT REVIEW: JAMES 4:6-8
i. Almighty God resists the proud people but gives grace to the humble.
ii. When you draw close to God in humility, He also draws closer to you.
iii. You need to submit yourself to God before gaining His attention

LESSON OUTLINES ONE:
SUBMIT TO GOD AND RESIST THE DEVIL
In order to keep the devil at bay, the following are important.
1. Decide to be for God by being genuinely saved and totally committed to Jesus Christ Acts 3:19.

2. Come out of the world, where the devil reign supreme 2 Corinthians 6:14-18.

3. Study and memorize the word of God, you will need it to avoid the devil 2 Timothy 2:15, Colossians 3:16.

4. Put on the whole armour of God. Ephesians 6:10-18, Acts 1:8.

5. Walk in the Spirit and you will not fulfill the lust of the flesh Galatians 5:16

LESSON OUTLINE TWO
FLEE FROM ALL APPEARANCE OF EVIL
We must follow the following if we are to flee from the devil.
1. Be contented with what God gives you 1 Timothy 6:6-8

2. Identify his resemblance and avoid them.

3. Do not be deceived by the evil prosperity of the wicked, they will soon come to destruction Psalm 73:1-12, Jeremiah 17:11.

4. Cut off relationships with all ungodly friends and associates 2 Corinthians 6:16-18.

ACTIVITY: Give examples of those that died by yielding to satan’s wiles.

CONCLUSION: The devil will come to children of God without invitation, so we must always at alert of his pranks by engaging him with the word. “It is written” at any time 1 Peter 5:8, but our victory is certain if we abide in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, I receive power over every wile of the devil in Jesus Name

2. Father, destroy every work of the devil in my life in the Mighty Name of Jesus

3. In the name of Jesus, I resist the devil and his agents in my life and family

4. Father, uproot the works of the devil in RCCG in Jesus Name

5. Pray for Daddy and Mummy G.O. and their family.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY: Hebrews 1:9 by loving righteousness you are resisting the devil.

TUESDAY: 1 John 5:4, if you are truly of God then you have overcome the devil.

WEDNESDAY: Hebrews 12:2, focus on Jesus.

THURSDAY: Job 1:8, integrity/uprightness is a powerful tool against evil.

FRIDAY: A right standing with God makes you outstanding.

SATURDAY: Romans 6:8-11

SUNDAY: 2 Corinthians 12:9, thank God because His grace is sufficient.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 MEMORIZE: This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. Joshua 1:8

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING PROVERBS 1:29-31

29. For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:

30. They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.

31. Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 MESSAGE

Our memory verse for today makes us understand that there is good success and if so, then, there is also the bad. What then is the difference between good and bad success? The answer can be found in that same memory verse; it says, This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth.

In other words, any success outside the book of the law which is our Bible, is not good. Furthermore, any success gotten through crooked means, no matter how beautiful or good it looks, is not good and the end is always bad. This is why you should not envy anyone, especially those whose sources of wealth you cannot ascertain.

For you to experience good success in your academics or endeavours, you must be born again. You must accept the Lord Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour and then study the word of God, which is the manual from Heaven. You must meditate on the word day and night, living by it. God will then begin to show you how to make good success.

The success of a Christian is tied to studying and absolute obedience to the word of God. Father, as I study and obey Your word, please grant me good success in all that I do, in Jesus name.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 ACTION POINT

The name Jesus is the most powerful in Heaven on earth.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 HYMN

WHEN UPON LIFE’S BILLOWS YOU ARE TEMPEST-TOSSED

1. When upon life’s billows
you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged,
thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings,
name them one by one,
And it will surprise you
what the Lord hath done.

CHORUS
Count your blessings,
name them one by one;
Count your blessings,
see what God hath done;
Count your blessings,
name them one by one;
Count your many blessings,
see what God hath done.

2. Are you ever burdened
with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy
you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings,
ev’ry doubt will fly,
And you will be singing
as the days go by.

3. When you look at others
with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised
you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings,
money cannot buy
Your reward in heaven,
nor your home on high.

4. So, amid the conflict,
whether great or small,
Do not be discouraged,
God is over all;
Count your many blessings,
angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you
to your journey’s end.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 18 DECEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: REVELATION 9:1-21 , JONAH 1-4

What are the beautiful thing to do during Christmas?

In this article, we talked briefly on the topic “What is Christmas about?.”

Read the post to be reminded in a unique way, the essence and beauty of Christmas.

Now, what are some really amazing and exciting things a Christian can do during Christmas?
Let us look at 7 beautiful things to do this Christmas:

1. Thank God for the birth of Jesus
We often just thank God for the death and resurrection, but do we really thank Him for the birth of Jesus? What significance does his birth have to us?
It brings closer to our hearts that our savior did not just appear, He came, He was given.

In fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy: ‘unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given’, it makes us see that God came in the flesh by identifying with our frailty to reconcile us back to himself.

The birth of Jesus is so beautiful to think upon, because it’s because the incorruptible ‘seed’ of God was born unto us that the corruptible seed of man can be born again and become incorruptible.
Take out some time this Christmas to thank God for the birth of Jesus.

2. Read the story about the birth of Jesus.
You might not be able to go to the old testament and find direct scriptures that prophesied about the Virgin birth of Jesus, but you can read the new testament and see how God’s peace plan was executed using a carpenter and his betrothed, a virgin. You will find this story in Matthew 1:18-2:23 and Luke 1:26-38, 2:1-40.
You will enjoy it and be blessed by it.

3. See a movie on the birth of Jesus

This might be something you overlooked, but getting a visual representation of what happened from the angel’s meeting with Mary to the birth of Jesus and announcement by angels and men, will take your heart to Bethlehem and you will experience the thrills and joys that they experienced.

You can do this with loved ones around to give yourself a more warm and lovely environment to enjoy the journey of Mary and Joseph.

4. Make a playlist of Christmas songs

It is always a beautiful thing to do as you download new songs that talk about Christmas or literally about the birth of Jesus.

It could be contemporary or a hymnal, whichever one you prefer. Make a playlist and play it through the day.

Songs enter into the soul more than through the ears, and the sweetness, calm and beauty it brings to the heart is incomprehensible. A few songs you might want to consider are: O Come Emmanuel, Little Drummer Boy, O Holy Night, Silent Night, Mary’s Boy Child, Carol Bells, Joy to the World, and others.

5. Tell people the reason for Christmas.

Christmas is not a Santa Claus thing. Neither is it just a happy holiday. Christmas is a remembrance of God’s mercy and love that he showed us by sending his son in form of a baby to be born. Tell people about the reason for Christmas, and by so doing win a soul to the kingdom.
That was why Jesus came in the first place.

6. Give
As we were freely given the Son, give something too. There are neighbors, people in church, prisons, orphanages, schools, wherever. Give. Somethings you can give are foodstuff, clothes, money, Bibles, stationaries, medicine, cooked food, your time and yourself. Visit people, that is you giving your time and yourself. What you have in your house, show love and give.

7. Decorate your space, eat and have fun.

What is Christmas without fun and food? Check the internet for simple decorations you can do with household stuff if you cannot afford to buy new ones from a store. Also check for new recipes of a snack or drink or food and try it out. Remember to do that in small quantity so that you won’t waste anything. Invite friends over, and go out to fun places like a park or restaurant or a Christmas event. Get a gift or gifts for loved ones if you can afford to. The spirit of Christmas is the spirit of love, joy and peace. So don’t stay indoors sleeping or doing nothing that preaches love, joy and peace.

Have a wonderful Christmas, and remember: even if you were the only one that needed saving, Jesus would still have been born to save you. Shalom.

TOPIC: LEADERSHIP: MEANING AND THEORIES

SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.

2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Thy friend friendship suits me well,
Both young and will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.

3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.

4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee

5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds be black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.

6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?

OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to understand the dynamics of leadership.

MEMORY VERSE: “So he shepherded them according to the integrity of his heart; and guided them by the skilfulness of his hands.”. — Psalm 78:72 (NKJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: MATTHEW 20:25-28

25 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them.

26 But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;

27 And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant:

28 Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

INTRODUCTION: Everything rises and falls with leadership. The more skillful and effective the leadership, the better the group or organisation runs, and the more the potential for growth increases. While some argue that leaders are born, the making of a true leader is not a ‘sprint’ but a ‘marathon’. It is therefore expedient to carefully and painstakinly learn about leadership and be skilled in the act.

TEACHING REVIEW: Matthew 20:25-28
Our Lord Jesus Christ in this chapter admonished His disciples on the Kingdom perspective of leadership:
i. He says that they are aware that the princes of the Gentiles exercise Dominion and great authority over their subjects,…………….v25.
ii. But it should not be so among hem should be their minister……v26.
iii. ……………….v27.
iv. Just like He came not be ministered to, but to minister and give His life as a ransom for many v28.

LESSON OUTLINES:
1. LEADERSHIP DESCRIBED
2. LEADERSHIP THEORIES

1. LEADERSHIP DESCRIBED
i. Many scholars have attempted to define or describe the term ‘leadership’. For instance, leadership is said to be a relationship between those who aspire to lead and those who choose to follow (John 21:3).

ii. Leadership is a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal (Mark 3:14). Leadership is any behaviour that influences the actions and attitude of others to achieve certain results (Genesis 7:5-7).

iii. Societal values determine whether the leadership of a an individual is positive or negative (Isaiah 9:16), based on the goals and results being pursued and on the means used to influence others.

iv. Christian leadership is an interpersonal behaviour (John 10:27;12:26). It is a relationship between a ‘mature’ Christian (who is willing to take responsibility) and a group of believers in Christ (who are willing to be responsible followers) with the aim of influencing them to achieve the common goal of doing God’s will in this world and making it to Heaven (1Corinthians 11:1;Luke 9:57).

v. A leader is someone who can see how things can be improved and Who rallies people to move towards that better vision. Leaders can work towards making their vision a reality while putting people first.

vi. Just being able to motivate people is not enough – leaders needs to be empathetic and connect with people to be successful. Leaders do not have to come from the same background or follow the same part. Future leaders will actually be more diverse, which brings a variety of perspectives.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should share with the class, how they have influenced a particular decision in their home, church of place of work.

2. LEADERSHIP THEORIES

Various leadership theories have emerged over the year and in attempt to explain the complexities of leadership. The following theories offer a diverse and representative view of leadership:

i. “Great leader” theories: in great leader theories assume that great leaders are born not made (Jeremiah 1:5; Judges 13:5).

ii. Traits theory: similar in some ways to “great leader” theories, trait theories assume that people inherit certain behaviours, quality, and traits that make them suited for leadership (2Kings 14:1-3).

iii. Situational theories: situational theories proposed that leaders will demonstrate a particular style of leadership depending on the given situation (1Corinthians 9:19-20)

iv. Behavioral (functional) theories: behavioral theories of leadership are based on the belief that leaders are made, not born (the opposite of the “great leaders” theories) Daniel 1:8, 20-21;6:1-3

v. Transactional theories: transactional theories focus on the principle that followers are motivated by a system of risk and reward. If individuals or teams achieved their identify goal(s), they will be rewarded and if they do not succeed, they will be punished (Matthew 25:14-30).

vi. Transformational theories: transformational theories are based on the idea that leaders motivate their followers. This will inspire team members of followers to perform for the good of the team (John 14:12-14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2 : Students should pick and discuss the leadership theory they would adopt as Christians and share why they choose it with the class.

CONCLUSION: Every man has a trait of leadership and them. Discover yours with the help of the Holy Spirit and make up your mind to be a leader after God’s heart.

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, give me the grace to influence lives for your kingdom and the entire world.

ASSIGNMENT: Students should write five erroneous descriptions of leadership in the world system (2×5=10 Marks).

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 MEMORIZE: Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Romans 8:26

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING ROMANS 8:26-27

26. Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.

27. And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 MESSAGE

There is one great and powerful gift that God has given to the New Testament Church; unfortunately, many take it for granted. That gift is the Holy Spirit and especially, speaking in tongues.

The Bible says that when you speak in tongues, it is the Holy Spirit praying for you. “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.” Romans 8:26

The Holy Spirit Himself is praying for you. You can be sure that He will pray the right prayers and they will all be answered because He is the Spirit of God Himself who will bring the answers to you. The gift of the Holy Spirit is such a powerful one!

Imagine that you need a job in a big company and the owner sends his only son to help you. The son meets you, becomes your friend, then introduces you to another relative who helps you to write the application letter.

Also, the only people who will sit at the panel where your application for this job is to be reviewed are the owner of the company, his son and this relative of theirs. I am sure you know already that you would get the job.

God is the owner of this big company and He is the one who sent Jesus Christ, His only begotten Son who becomes your friend when you get born again. The Holy Spirit is the family member the Son introduces to you and even places inside you.

Speaking in tongues is the Holy Spirit writing your request to God for you. You can now see why you should speak in tongues more often.If you speak in tongues for at least one hour every day, your life will be smoother than if you only speak in tongues once ina while.

There is a lot happening in the spirit realm that you don’t know. The Holy Spirit however, knows all things and will say the right prayers through you when you speak in tongues. The Holy Spirit in you helps you pray in tongues to navigate around dangers and optimise opportunities in your future that you don’t know about yet. Speaking in tongues is a powerful gift; use it.

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 KEY POINT

Speak in tongues for at least one hour today.

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 HYMN

SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

1 Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
that calls me from a world of care,
and bids me at my Father’s throne
make all my wants and wishes known.
In seasons of distress and grief,
my soul has often found relief,
and oft escaped the tempter’s snare
by thy return, sweet hour of prayer!

2. Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
the joys I feel, the bliss I share
of those whose anxious spirits
burn with strong desires for thy return!
With such I hasten to the place
where God my Savior shows his face,
and gladly take my station there,
and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

3. Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
thy wings shall my petition bear
to him whose truth and faithfulness
engage the waiting soul to bless.
And since he bids me seek his face,
believe his word, and trust his grace,
I’ll cast on him my every care,
and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

OPEN HEAVEN 18 DECEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: TITUS 1:1-16, TITUS 2:1-15, TITUS 3:1-15 , PHILEMON 1:1-25

Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these prayers in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual, this can only be understood and fully accessed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

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Today’s Devotional: Open Heavens 17 December 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 17 December 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the King of Heaven, the monarch of the universe is my Father. His greatness is incontestable and His throne is everlasting. I belong to a God that is above all and bigger than all. I am the child of a King and I enjoy all the privileges of royalty in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him.

As smoke is driven away, so drive them away: as wax melteth before the fire, so let the wicked perish at the presence of God.

But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God: yea, let them exceedingly rejoice.

Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JAH, and rejoice before him.

My most precious father I give You all the praise. I give You all the glory and honour for this new day which we have given Unto Me.

Oh Lord forgive me for every sin I have committed. Wash me clean and help me to live a holy life in the name of Jesus.

Father, as I worship and seek Your face today, please arise and take all the Glory in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, as I begin to sing and to praise, set ambush against every evil conspiracy against me, and every adversary fighting me in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, arise in Your power and bring down every leader, ruler, adversary, and oppressor claiming to be You and fighting Your work and children in Jesus name!

Father, may I never fight Your work and Your agenda. I will always be on the Lord’s side in Jesus name.

My Lord and my God, help me to always see Your greatness and stand in awe of You in Jesus name!

Father, help me to serve You and You alone in the name of Jesus

Lord, help me to hearken diligently to Your word daily in and let that lead me to an abundant life in Jesus name!

Oh Lord, destroy every power of darkness at work in my life. Let them be nullified in the mighty name of Jesus.

My Lord and my God, by the power in the name and the blood of Jesus, let every effect of darkness at work in my life be brought down to nothing in the name of Jesus!

Thank You for the benefactors and beneficiaries of Your great work on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Father I ask that fresh fire fall upon them, that they will be set ablaze for You.

Oh Lord, bless your son Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye for all his years of continual service, remember him, guide him on the path, help him remain focused, bless his entire household, and fulfill all Your promises for their liberation, ministry and family, in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Father for the intercessory team and the online platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG) and that which You have put in their hearts, I pray that You make them as flaming swords to bring men to Your kingdom and shut down the works of darkness in the name of Jesus.

Father, bless everyone dedicating their time to pray through these prayers & declarations at the point of their needs. Give them the grace to share/rebroadcast, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please uphold Your children working everyday on this platform (rccgonline.org) to prepare these prayers and declarations with Your right hand of righteousness and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, give them the grace to keep up with this good work of Faith, in the name of Jesus.

By faith, appreciate God for answered prayers. Your testimonies are undeniable in Jesus’ name.

Father, let every challenge, hindrance and obstacle of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus’ name.

Submit yourself and your personal petitions to God. Cast all your cares on Him, for He cares for you.

( Philippians 4:6)

In Jesus’ name I pray.

(John 14:13-14; 15:16)

Thank you Father for answered prayers.

(1 Thessalonians 5:18).

#GodBlessOurNation

These prayers have no expiry date! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

See you here tomorrow.

Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these declarations in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual and can only be understood and fully enjoyed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name I pray.”

If you joined in that life-changing prayer! Kindly reach us today: [email protected] for guidance on how to grow in Christ.

Join today’s Devotion: Open Heavens 17 December 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 17 December 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the King of Heaven, the monarch of the universe is my Father. His greatness is incontestable and His throne is everlasting. I belong to a God that is above all and bigger than all. I am the child of a King and I enjoy all the privileges of royalty in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Oh Lord, I worship You today because You are the One that is greater than the greatest, older than the oldest, richer than the richest, and wiser than the wisest. You are trustworthy, reliable and dependable and I exalt You in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that everyone who fights the work of God in my life and family goes down in the mighty name of Jesus!

I decree and declare that I will always be on the Lord’s side. I will never be against Him in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that torture and torment have ended in my life because God has risen for my sake in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that my problems are over, my shame is turned around into beauty, for God arises for my sake as I praise him.

I decree and declare that my worship and songs of praises rise up to God. Therefore everyone who fights me is fighting God and will have God to contend with in Jesus mighty name!

I decree and declare that I fix my thoughts on things that are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report; and of virtue in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I do not shut my eyes at the cry of people in need in the name of Jesus.

I declare that everywhere I go, and to everyone I come in contact with, my thoughts and actions are just and fair in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I have put off lies from my life because lie is of the old man that is in sin and I am a new creature in Christ in the Name of Jesus.

I declare that dishonesty is far from my mind, my mouth, and my life in Jesus mighty name.

I decree and declare that I meditate on the Word of God always. I do not let anything outside of the Word dwell in my mind in the Name of Jesus!

Thank You Lord for all of Your Words that have been spoken in my life. I know You are well able to fulfill them. Thank You Lord in Jesus name.

I decree and declare according to the word of God that all my needs are supplied according to God’s riches in glory in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I am the head and not the tail. I am never a failure for God is with me everywhere I go in the name of Jesus!

I decree and declare that no weapon fashioned against me shall prosper therefore, no one can harm me.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, and how You keep using him world wide. Lord may Your grace be multiplied to him and may You cause an increase to every seed You have planted through him. I decree and declare may the wisdom and inspiration of the Almighty upon him never cease and the grace of God will continually dwell with him and his entire household, may they continue to enjoy Your faithfulness in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare heaven responds to these prayers and declaration as I say them and I receive answers in Jesus name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these declarations, please continue to inspire them for more prophetic declarations in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Lord for everyone working on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Please Lord, perfect everything that concerns them and make them great in Jesus name.

Thank You Holy Spirit for all the testimonies and miracles coming through these prayers. May they be permanent in Jesus name.

Father, let everybody joining in to say this declarations all over the world experience great miracles throughout this month. May we have numerous testimonies in Jesus name.

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

See you tomorrow.