OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it. John 14:14

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING MATTHEW 7:7-11

7. Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

8. For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

9. Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone?

10. Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?

11. If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

Imagine that as the Class Representative, you were called upon to distribute test scripts to your classmates and everyone is calling for your attention at the same time. Im sure you would get confused and not know who to answer first.

This is just very little compared to what Jesus goes through every day. People call on Him from different parts of the world every second. However, as busy as He is, when any of His children calls on Him, He stops, pays attention and attends to their needs. My child, Jesus listens whenever you call on Him. These days, many issues persist because Christians learn and read about prayer more than they pray.

Another reason problems persist in the lives of children of God is that, rather than talk to God about them, they grumble or complain to friends and family. Psalms 34:15 says: “The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.” Is there any issue you have been battling with for so long? This is the time to talk to Jesus about it because He listens.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 ACTION POINT

Spend time in talking to God about the things bothering you today.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 HYMN

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS

1. What a friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear;
What a privilege to carry
Ev’rything to God in prayer
Oh! what peace we often forfeit,
Oh! what needless pain we bear
All because we do not carry
Everything to God in prayer.

2. Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged,
Take it to the Lord in prayer
Can we find a Friend so faithful
Who will all our sorrow share?
Jesus knows our every weakness,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.

3. Are we weak and heavy laden,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Saviour still our refuge,
Take it to the Lord in prayer
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,
Thou wilt find a solace there.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 24 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 TIMOTHY 4:1-16, JEREMIAH 11-13

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 here: Open Heavens 23 October 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 23 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I come in the volume of the books as it written of me to do the will of God. I walk in purpose and destiny. I am led and my steps are ordered to the right location, people, places, opportunities, and work. I will not miss my place in life and purpose in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Praises and Thanksgiving be unto the Lord for His great works in my life in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that God’s word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that my ears hear God’s Word behind me saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when I turn to the right hand, and when I turn to the left in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I have direction and I am guided by God’s Word in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I know the purpose of God for my life and I run with it with so much vigour that it becomes like food to me in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that God’s will is coming to pass and His glory is beginning to shine in me in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I do the will of God and people glorify God for my life in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I continue in God’s will and I finish strong in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I will be fruitful and prosperous in all of my doings in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that though the young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: I shall not want any good thing for I trust in the Lord in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that the Lord is my shield and no weapon formed against me shall prosper in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I will wait patiently for the LORD; and he will incline unto me, and hear my cry In the name of Jesus

I decree and declare that I am blessed because I make the LORD my trust, and do not turn aside to lies in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that my family will be impacted by the power of God in Jesus name.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, 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 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.”

If you joined in that life-changing prayer, congratulations! Welcome to the family of God. Kindly reach us today via this email: [email protected]

Today’s Devotional: Open Heavens 23 October 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 23 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I come in the volume of the books as it written of me to do the will of God. I walk in purpose and destiny. I am led and my steps are ordered to the right location, people, places, opportunities, and work. I will not miss my place in life and purpose in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Many, O LORD my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done, and Your thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto You: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.

My father, I come humbly before You and I ask that You forgive my trespasses. Search my heart, purge it and wash me clean oh Lord.

Father, I desire Your mercy in my life. Father please, have mercy upon me in the name of Jesus.

Father, please reveal Your plan and purpose for my life to me in Jesus name.

Father, please at every point where I need to make a decision that will significantly affect my life, let Your word give me the leverage to make the best choices in Jesus.

Oh Lord, let Your Word shed light on the dark areas of my decision making, let it help me to see and understand options more clearly and then guide me on which is best in Jesus name.

Father, please lead me to the scriptures that I need per season of my life in the name of Jesus.

Lord, please save me from making uninformed decisions. Please Decide for me.

Father, help me to stay away from options that will negatively affect my integrity in Jesus name.

Father, help me to make the right decisions and choices that are in line with Your plan for me daily in Jesus name.

Lord please begin to direct my path and align my steps towards the right location, decision, people and places for my assignment in life in Jesus name.

Father, please bring me up out of horrible pits, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings in the name of Jesus.

Father, put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto You: let many see it, and fear, and trust in the LORD in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, Grant me the grace to continue in prayer. May I not give up on the verge of my breakthrough in the name of Jesus!

Father, please direct my footsteps, and take me to a place of prosperity in the name of Jesus.

Lord please, take take away every negative person and negative group from me, and surround me with of good counsel in Jesus name.

Lord I pray against every bad vision and revelation upon my life; and I pray that only Your will shall come to pass in my life 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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls. Proverbs 25:28

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING PROVERBS 16:32

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

Every form of addiction is not good and can lead one to destruction. I would like you to note that addictions do not only refer to drugs. There are some habits that are addictive and unless one breaks free of them, one would not only regret it in life but also miss Heaven.

For instance, some teenagers cannot do without their phones or social media for a whole day. They can be on social media for hours even when they have chores or school work to do. Some cannot do without watching the television.

When the television is on, they forget about everyone or other things they ought to do. Some are also addicted to some television programmes such as soccer games; if a match is clashing with a fellowship or service, they would rather miss the latter.

For some, it is their craving to buy the latest fashions or have the trending hairstyles.
They always want to be seen as those who are fashionable. My child, everything should be done in moderation. Anything you cannot control will always control you. 1 Corinthians 9:27 urges you to keep your body under subjection.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to subject everything about me to Your control.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 HYMN

STAND UP, STAND UP FOR JESUS

1. Stand up! stand up for Jesus
Ye soldiers of the cross!
Lift high His royal banner;
It must not suffer loss.
From vict’ry unto vict’ry
His army shall He lead,
Till every foe is vanquished,
And Christ is Lord indeed.

2. Stand up! stand up for Jesus,
the trumpet call obey;
Forth to the mighty conflict,
In this His glorious day;
Ye that are men now serve Him
against unnumbered foes;
let courage rise with danger,
and strength to strength oppose.

3. Stand up! stand up for Jesus,
stand in his strength alone;
The arm of flesh will fail you,
Ye dare not trust your own:
put on the gospel armour,
And watching unto prayer;
where duty calls, or danger,
be never wanting there.

4. Stand up! stand up for Jesus,
The strife will not be long;
this day the noise of battle,
the next the victor’s song:
to him that overcometh
A crown of life shall be;
He with the King of glory
shall reign eternally.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 23 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 TIMOTHY 3:1-16, JEREMIAH 9-10

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 here: Open Heavens 22 October 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 22 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today for He was wounded for my transgressions, He was bruised for my iniquities: the chastisement of my peace was upon Him; and by His stripes I am healed in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare that the healer that is greater than any and every doctor is looking into my situation and sorting it out in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that every negative report I have received from a doctor is changed in my favour in Jesus name.

I decree and declare to my body parts ; my God is the creator of all flesh. He is the greatest surgeon. Every part of me that needs to be fixed is replaced with new ones in the name of Jesus.

I decree, that every medical report that is contrary to my joy and well-being shall be turned around in the name of Jesus.

I declare that the Curer of the incurable lives inside me, any sickness trying to come into my body is repelled by the power of Jesus Christ.

I decree and declare that my day is blessed and I will find favor every where I go in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare; any door that has been shut against me due to ignorance or dishonor I open in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare; setback or stagnancy is not my portion I shall go from glory to glory in the name of Jesus.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, 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 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.”

If you joined in that life-changing prayer, congratulations! Welcome to the family of God. Kindly reach us today via this email: [email protected]

Today’s Devotional: Open Heavens 22 October 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 22 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today for He was wounded for my transgressions, He was bruised for my iniquities: the chastisement of my peace was upon Him; and by His stripes I am healed in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Heavenly Father I thank You for today, for bringing me to yet another beautiful day that You have made. Lord accept my thanks in Jesus name

Lord I ask for Your mercy in any area of my life that I have sinned against You. Father, forgive me in Jesus name.

Oh LORD God of all flesh: with You, nothing is difficult or impossible. Step into my situation today.

Oh Lord Jesus, curer of the incurable have mercy upon me and heal me of these conditions (mention).

Please Lord, by Your mercies, heal my family member (mention) and strengthen them. Satisfy them with long life on the name of Jesus.

Father, You are the curer of the incurable. Please Lord heal every damaged part of me. Reach my parents /siblings /spouse /children and heal them totally in the name of Jesus.

Lord help me to live in peace with everyone around me, and direct me to the right people in Jesus name.

Father grant me the grace to be fervent in prayers and to tarry in studying Your word in the name of Jesus.

Lord grant me divine knowledge and understanding of Your Word 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.

If you’re looking to go on a personal retreat and you’re wondering how to to plan a retreat, this post is for you.

In our last post, we shared about some signs that signify that a believer needs to go on a personal spiritual retreat with God.

If you read this post Signs That You Need A Personal Retreat, there is a high chance that you need more insight as to how to plan a proper personal spiritual retreat.

We also received a couple of feedback from many people who read the post and want to be guided on how to plan their personal spiritual retreat with God.

If you’re one, kindly keep reading a we’re sharing 5 practical and exact steps you must take in order to have your own personal spiritual retreat.

How To Plan A Personal Spiritual Retreat In 5 Steps

1. KNOW WHY YOU WANT TO GO ON A RETREAT

It is important to have a reason for your retreat because this will sustain you when you feel tired and want to give up on the retreat before time.

You do not have to think too much about it, you can simply read through our post Signs That You Need A Personal Retreat and pick the sign/signs that best applies to your current season in life.

So why are you going on a retreat? Is it simply for spiritual rejuvenation? Because you’re stepping into a new season of life? Because the year is coming to an end? Because you need direction and clarity? Find out your why.

2. CHOOSE A GOOD TIME

You have to plan and choose a time and duration for your retreat before embarking on one. The time and duration you choose depends on different factors like your availability and the purpose for the retreat.

If you’re a worker or a student, you may need to request for a leave or use your school break.

Also, if the purpose for your retreat is very intense, you may need more than just a few days.

3. PICK A GOOD LOCATION

In our post about How To Meditate On Scriptures, we discussed how that the place you are when you set out to spend time with God plays a huge role in your reception from Him.

God is omnipresent (He is everywhere) but He can not easily be accessed everywhere.

Some places are distracting and the atmosphere does not support intense spiritual activities.

You must pray and ask God to show you where to have your retreat. It may be as simple as your room when everyone has gone out, your church (if you’re allowed to), a mountain or a prayer ground.

4. OUTLINE YOUR PLAN IN A BOOK OR JOURNAL

Humans are easily distracted. This is why when planning your personal spiritual retreat, you should write out the things you seek to do and achieve in it.

We recommend that you start with thanksgiving. Write out in your journal that for the first day or first few hours of the retreat, you will just spend time thanking God. You can even go as far as writing everything you want to thank God for.

Then you can proceed to write out the things you want seek the face of God for.
Evaluation of your progress so far, request for wisdom for the next phase of your life, empowerment, miracles, direction, etc.

Do not forget to give God time to speak to you.

5. GET THE NECESSARY MATERIALS

To make your retreat engaging and more interesting, you need some materials.

Materials such as your Bible, pens, highlighters, journals, music player for worship songs and sounds, etc. Prepare these materials ready for your retreat.

Once you have done all of these, you are ready to embark on your personal spiritual retreat. If you are a family person actively connected to parents, spouse or children, you must let them know ahead of time and prepare every need that may arise as a result of your temporary unavailability.

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Apostle Joshua Selman is a man of God, and a teacher of God’s Word. He is the president of Koinonia Network International, the body that powers Koinonia – a weekly meeting that currently holds in Zaria, Kaduna state and the federal capital territory of Nigeria, Abuja.

Last week, during the Koinonia meeting on Sunday, Apostle Joshua Selman made a stern announcement to the general public, urging them to beware of scammers and fraudulent people who try to scam people in his name.

Apostle Joshua Selman and his ministry have made this announcement many times before however, it seems like many people do not get the information and still fall victims of scammers who pretend to be the man of God asking for donations and soliciting for funds.

Apostle Joshua Selman has stated clearly that he does not ask anybody for money online to pray for them and if you receive a message from a profile that bears his name asking you for money, you are most likely speaking with a scammer.

This tactic is not new as the names of many other men of God have been used and is still being used to defraud many who are unsuspecting or gullible.

Many times, the messages come in comments on Facebook, YouTube or any other platform, asking you to send money to a particular orphanage or account number in the name of the man of God. This is a scam and a fraud and we urge you not to fall for it.

Even if the profile carries the name and picture of the man or woman of God, it can still be a scam.

Most men of God will not ask you for money online for any reason.

The authorized channel for sowing seeds, giving offerings and paying tithes is through the ministry’s account which is usually provided through the OFFICIAL social media pages of the ministry.

If you have any confusions, do not send your money, instead, contact the ministry’s official phone lines and ask questions.

Apostle Joshua Selman further reiterated other things that people must know in order to avoid getting scammed.
They include the fact that :

1) Apostle Joshua Selman is NOT on any social media platform. Any account in his name is a fraudulent one.

2) Apostle Joshua Selman does not solicit for funds in order to pray for people.

3) Apostle Joshua Selman does not request for people to send money to orphanages for prayers.

4) Apostle Joshua Selman hasn’t published any book(s) either soft or hard copy. Any book you see in his name is by a scammer.

We must be guided by wisdom and discretion in these times because many are out to deceive and defraud innocent believers.

Lastly, many people rejoiced at a beautiful news that Apostle Joshua Selman shared on that same Sunday. He announced that since he was not on social media and many pro who has pressing issues do not have fired access to him, an official personal email has been created for him through which individuals can now reach him directly simply by sending an email.

If you need to reach out to the man of God for an IMPORTANT and PRESSING issue, you can now send an email to [email protected]

Pay attention to every alphabet on the email to avoid getting mails from scammers who may have created a similar email to scam people.

LESSON EIGHT (08)
TOPIC: BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT

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 open my eyes of understanding.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: Leader should remind members the different gifts of Holy Spirit and the benefits of having them.

MEMORY VERSE: “For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence”. Acts 1:5

B. BIBLE TEXT: ACTS 2:1-11

1. And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.

2. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.

3. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.

4. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

5. And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven.

6. Now when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded, because that every man heard them speak in his own language.

7. And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galilaeans?

8. And how hear we every man in our own tongue, wherein we were born?

9. Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia,

10. Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes,

11. Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God.

ACTS 19:1-7

1. And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples,

2. He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost.

3. And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John’s baptism.

4. Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus.

5. When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.

6. And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

7. And all the men were about twelve.

INTRODUCTION: Baptism of the Holy Spirit is mentioned several times in the Bible, from the time the Lord Jesus told His disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the gift His Father promised – the Holy Spirit, Acts 1:4-5. Subsequently, believers in the early Church began to experience the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

LEADER’S DIARY:
LESSON AIM: To have understanding that baptism of the Holy Spirit is a must for all believers with the evidence unhidden.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, members should be able to:
i. Know who can receive the baptism of Holy Spirit and how can one receive.
ii. Know evidence obtained through the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

TEXT REVIEW: ACTS 2:1-11; 19:1-7
i. Infilling of the Holy Spirit always comes with the manifestation.

ii. Baptism of the Holy Spirit can come through laying of hands Acts 19:6.

iii. Repentance from sin precedes the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

iv. God works in our lives in different ways and different time.

LESSON OUTLINE ONE
WHO CAN RECEIVE THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT?

Only those that have genuinely accepted Jesus Christ as their Saviour and Lord.
It can take place at the point of conversion but there is no set time for it to occur in the life of a believer.

LESSON OUTLINE TWO
HOW TO RECEIVE THE BAPTISM IN THE SPIRIT?
The Bible recorded several ways believers received the baptism in the Holy Spirit; Acts 11:15-16, Acts 19:1-6, Acts 8:14-17, Acts 1:12-14.
a. Intense prayers, desire and expectation, Acts 1:12-14, Acts 2:1, Acts 8;15.

b. Spontaneously through preaching, Acts 11:15.

c. Through the laying on of hands, Acts 19:5-6, Acts 8:17.

d. God reserves the right to give it in any other way as He deems fit, just believe, pray and be expectant.

LESSON OUTLINE THREE
EVIDENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BAPTISM
1. Speaking in other tongues, Acts 2:4, 19:16, 10:45-46.

2. Some other physical manifestations of the presence of the Holy Spirit e.g. crying, Acts 13:52, joy, singing – Ephesians 5:19

3. Gifts of prophecy, Luke 1:41, Acts 19:6.

4. Boldness and the power of God to preach Acts 1:8, 4:31.

5. Working of miraculous healings Acts 5:15-16.

6. Ability to pray and intercede more Acts 16:25.

7. Power to overcome sin and temptations, yielding more to the Holy Spirit.

ACTIVITY: Ask members whether they have experienced the baptism of Holy Spirit.

SUMMARY: Genuine salvation opens door to Holy Spirit baptism for impactful life.

CONCLUSION: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is meant for every believer that desires to do exploits for God. Do not be left out, go ahead and earnestly pray asking God to baptise you as well.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit.

2. Father, make all believers receptive to being baptized in the Holy Spirit.

3. Father, let our baptism in the Holy Spirit be evidenced by Your power to preach, pray and work signs and wonders, etc.

4. Father, revive Your Church by the power of the Holy Ghost.

5. Father, keep us pure and rapturable as we serve You by the power of the Holy Ghost.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK:

MONDAY: Patiently ask and receive the Holy Spirit, Acts 1:4

TUESDAY: The baptism of Holy Spirit is power, Acts 1:8

WEDNESDAY: Thank God for making the Holy Spirit available for all, Acts 11:16

THURSDAY: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is a commandment, Matthew 28:19

FRIDAY: Pray for the re-enactment of the power of Pentecost in your life.

SATURDAY: Baptism as a unifier, Ephesians 4:5

SUNDAY: When you carry the Holy Spirit, you carry God, John 20:22.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Psalms 107:1

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING PSALMS 100:1-5

1. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.

2. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.

3. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

4. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

5. For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

One of the attitudes that God detests most is ingratitude. Sometimes, people take for granted the many blessings of God. For example, if you are complaining that you don’t have new shoes, have you considered that there are people who don’t have legs at all?.

There was a time I was unhappy. I thought God had not done anything that would make me thank Him. I began to list the things He hadn’t done for me in the course of the year. God then interrupted me by asking, How many times did you travel this year? I said Many times. He asked again, How many times did you have an accident? None, I responded. He went further, How many times did you sleep this year? I answered Every night. I quickly interrupted Him because I realised how ungrateful I had been.

Don’t wait until God does big things for you before you thank Him. Thank Him for the seemingly little things such as waking every morning.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 OCTOBER 2022 PRAYER POINT

Spend some time to thank God for all the things He has done for you so far.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 OCTOBER 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 22 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 TIMOTHY 1:1-20, JEREMIAH 5-6