LESSON SIX (06)
TOPIC: KNOW YOUR RIGHT

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, please open my understanding to the rights I have, within the ambit of the law.

MEMORY VERSE: “And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said to the centurion who stood by, “Is it lawful for you to scourge a man who is a Roman, and uncondemned?” Acts 22:25 (NKJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: ACTS 16:22-24, 35-39

22 And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them.

23 And when they had laid many stripes upon them, they cast them into prison, charging the jailor to keep them safely:

24 Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks.

Acts 16:35-39

35 And when it was day, the magistrates sent the serjeants, saying, Let those men go.

36 And the keeper of the prison told this saying to Paul, The magistrates have sent to let you go: now therefore depart, and go in peace.

37 But Paul said unto them, They have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust us out privily? nay verily; but let them come themselves and fetch us out.

38 And the serjeants told these words unto the magistrates: and they feared, when they heard that they were Romans.

39 And they came and besought them, and brought them out, and desired them to depart out of the city.

INTRODUCTION The United Nations (UN) defines human rights as rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. As Christians, we must not just know the word of God but must be fully aware of what is available to us and others within the confines of the law that governs our society while we await our transition to Heaven (Hosea 4:6). This lesson highlights some basic human rights with biblical validations and also points out your role as a Christian.

TEXT REVIEW: Acts 16:22-24, 35-39.
The exemplary Apostle Paul spoke up against the violation of his and Silas’ constitutional human rights:
a. The multitude rose up against them; the magistrates tore their clothes and commanded their beatings…………v22.

b. After they had beaten them severally…………v23a.
I. The magistrate……….v23b.
ii. The jailor…………..v24.
iii. The magistrate………v35.
iv. The keeper of the Prison……v36.

c. But Paul (knowing his rights) said………..v37

d. And the sergeants……..v38.

e. And they came…….v39.

LESSON OUTLINE
1. BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVES
2. YOUR ROLE AS A CHRISTIAN

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVES
Our rights, as a Christian, include the fact that:
1. All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood. Therefore, all people in Christ are one and equal before God regardless of race, ethnicity, wealth, social class, status, and gender (Genesis 1:27; Galatians 3:26-28).

2. Everyone (including Christians) has the right to life, liberty, and security of person. As Christians, we must guard this right and be concerned about the affirmation of life, liberty, and the security of the oppressed so that every person may live life in its fullness (Luke 4:16-19; Galatians 5:13-14).

3. Everyone (including Christian) has the right to recognition before the law everywhere (as a person), regardless of citizenship status (Acts 22:22-27).

4. Everyone (including Christians) is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him. Hence, every believer is entitled to a fair and just judicial process (Luke 18:2-5; Deuteronomy 1:15-18).

5. Everyone (including Christians) has the right to freedom of movement and residence within the borders of each state. Also, everyone has the right to leave any country, including his own and to return to his country (Genesis 12:1-3).

6. Everyone (including Christian) has the right to freedom of opinion and expression (Numbers 27:2-4).

7. Everyone (including Christian) has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and association (Acts 2:1, 44). Every aspect of civil society, including religious life, depends on these freedoms.

8. Everyone (including Christian) has the right to vote and be voted for. Irrespective of gender, we all have the right to play active role in our Nation’s political process (Deuteronomy 1:12-13; Acts 6:3).

9. Right-to-work. People (including Christians) have the right to choose their work rather than have their employment commanded. They deserve decent conditions of work, equal pay for equal work (thus no discrimination), a decent, living wages, and the right to organise and form trade unions (1Timothy 5:18).

10. Right to Rest and Leisure: This is with a view to protecting workers’ rights (including Christians) no workday should be too long and periodic paid holidays should be available (Genesis 2:1-3).

11. Right to Education: Everyone (including Christians) is entitled to at least and elementary education. Parents may choose to the type of school their children go to, but they do not have the rights to deprive their children of education (Luke 2:46-47).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1
Do you know your rights? Share how you have exercised them.

YOUR ROLE AS A CHRISTIAN
As a Christian, You should know Your Rights (Acts 22:25). Therefore:
1. Do not allow others to infringe on your right to live fully -avoid life- claiming/threatening situation and activities.

2. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit (1Corinthians 12:7), engage in social impact activities as a ministry, call, career, or hobby to help others. (Isaiah 61:1-3).

3. You may start or join an advocacy group to speak up for what you care about (Proverbs 31:8-9).

4. Vocalise and challenge the violation of your rights (Acts 16:35-39).

5. Stay connected with social movements and stand up against discrimination.

6. Expose any culprit and publish your encounter if necessary.

7. Avoid jungle Justice; allow a fair hearing.

8. Promote equality and Shun nepotism (partiality).

9. Be ready to commit your time.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2
Has any of your rights been violated before? Share how you handled it. (1Corinthians 6:19-20).

CONCLUSION: Christians must not fail to advocate for truth, respect and compassion for humanity, men’s equality before God, and love of neighbour (Zachariah 7:9-10).

CLOSING PRAYER
Father, I receive the boldness and insight to exercise my human rights in Jesus name.

ASSIGNMENT: List five (5) ways of seeking redress, when your legal rights are violated without being considered rude or getting into further trouble(s) (2×5=10 Marks).

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 8 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 8 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING JAMES 1:21-25

21. Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.

22. But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

23. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:

24. For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was.

25. But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 8 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

Bible Scholars have said that the book of James is a commentary of Jesus’ sermons on the mount. However, James goes further to state that being a Christian is more than just listening to sermons, it is acting on what one has heard. The easiest way to know that one understands an instruction is if he/she carries it out.

For instance, if your teacher asks you to stand, and you remain on your seat after some seconds, one could assume that you didn’t understand the teachers instruction. This is also applicable to the gospel; you cannot read the word of God that says don’t curse, lie or swear, yet do those things.

The whole essence of listening to a sound and godly message or reading the Bible is to act on it. Don’t be comfortable being just a Christian; do the word, live the word. When the word corrects you, accept it.

Don’t see Christianity as a religion, let it be your way of life. Allow the word to penetrate into your being because it will transform you into the perfect image and likeness of God as ordained by Him.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 8 OCTOBER 2022 KEY POINT

Christianity is more than a religion, it is a way of life.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 8 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 8 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PHILIPPIANS 4:1-23 , ISAIAH 39-40

LESSON SIX (06)
TOPIC: SPEAKING IN UNKNOWN TONGUES

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 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 blessings on me

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 what is available to me by speaking in the Holy Ghost.

BIBLE PASSAGE: ACTS 19:1-6

[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.

MEMORY VERSE: “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;” Mark 16:17.

INTRODUCTION

Our Lord Jesus Christ declared that the ability to speak with new tongues shall be one of the signs that follow everyone who believes in Him (Mk.16:17). While every believer receives the Holy Spirit at the point of conversion (Acts 2:38), believers are expected to continue to thirst and hunger for the infilling of the Holy Spirit (Lk.24:29). Speaking in tongues is a divine language manifested when one is baptized with the Holy Spirit.

The ability to speak in an unknown tongue is one of the outward (physical) evidence of the overflow of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer (Acts 2:4). In this lesson, we shall attempt to answer some of the mind-boggling questions about speaking in an unknown tongue and its benefits.

TEACHER’S DIARY
LESSON AIM:
To study speaking in an unknown tongue.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:
Through this study, students are expected to:
i. Understand the manifestation and distinctions of the new tongue.

ii. Discover the benefits of speaking in an unknown tongue.

TEACHING PLAN:
To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:
i. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, do class activities and assignment.

ii. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, mark attendance and assignment.

iii. Teach the lesson outlines, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW:
A. Apostle Paul engaged the disciples he discovered at Ephesus in a conversation, about the Holy Ghost baptism. V1.

B. He asked the following:
i. Whether they have been baptised since they believed. v2a.
ii. And they replied…………………………….V2b.

C. He further asked:
i. ……………………………………..V3a.
ii. And they said………….…………………………V3b.

D. Paul explained that…………………………….V4.

E. Having listened to Paul,…………………………V5.

F. Paul………………………………………………….v6a.
i. The……………………………………………………………v6b.
ii. And they………………………………..…………v6c.

TEACHING METHOD:
The Lecture Method.

OUTLINES:
1. SPEAKING IN AN UNKNOWN TONGUE AND THE GIFT OF DIVERSE KINDS OF TONGUE COMPARED

2. BENEFITS OF SPEAKING IN UNKNOWN TONGUES

SPEAKING IN AN UNKNOWN TONGUE AND THE GIFT OF DIVERSE KINDS OF TONGUE COMPARED
A. The ability to speak in an unknown tongue, as well as the gift of diverse kinds of tongues, is given by the Holy Spirit.
i. It is distinctive of the present dispensation of the Holy Spirit and it began with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4).
ii. It is not to be bought with money or learned.

B. However, we need to distinguish between speaking in an unknown tongue and the gift of diverse kinds of tongues.

i. While every believer is expected to speak in an unknown tongue (Acts 19:1-6) not all may receive the gift of diverse kinds of tongues (1Cor.12:10). Note that both can take place simultaneously for some believers, as it happened to the disciples on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:4-12).

ii. When a believer speaks in an unknown tongue he speaks mysteries (unto God) that cannot be understood by men (1Cor.14:2), however, God can speak through one with the gift of diverse kinds of tongues to men with interpretations where necessary (Acts 2:4-6).

iii. Speaking in an unknown tongue is for self-edification (1Cor.14:4) while diverse kinds of tongues (when interpreted) edify the church or those around (Acts 2:7-10).

The ability to speak in an unknown tongue, as well as the gift of diverse kinds of tongues, is given by the Holy Spirit. It is distinctive of the present Holy Spirit dispensation and it began with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. It is not to be bought with money or learnt.

However, we need to distinguish between the two. While every believer is expected to speak in an unknown tongue (Acts 19:1-6) not all may receive the gift of diverse kinds of tongues (1Cor.12:10). Note that both can take place simultaneously for some believers, as it happened to the disciples on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:4-12).

When a believer speaks in an unknown tongue, he speaks mysteries (unto God) which cannot be understood by men (1Cor.14:2), however, God can speak through one with the gift of diverse kinds of tongues to men with interpretations where necessary (Acts 2:4-6). Speaking in an unknown tongue is for self-edification (1Cor.14:4) while diverse kinds of tongues (when interpreted) edify the church or those around (Acts 2:7-10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Why do you think some people mock those who spoke in unknown tongues according to Acts 2:13?

BENEFITS OF SPEAKING IN UNKNOWN TONGUES
The following are some of the benefits of speaking in an unknown tongue:

i. It improves a believer’s prayer life: supernatural ability to communicate with God effectively and intercede for others well (Rom.8:26; 1Cor.14:2).

ii. Self-edification: it stirs up a believer’s faith (1Cor.14:4; Jude 20).

iii. It is a means of yielding our tongue to God. No man can tame the tongue but God (Jam.3:8). By the Holy Spirit, the whole body can change, including the tongue.

iv. It is a weapon of spiritual warfare (1Cor.14:2).

v. It assists believers to sing, praise, and give thanks to God (1Cor.14:15).

The following are some of the benefits of speaking in an unknown tongue:
1. It improves a believer’s prayer life: supernatural ability to communicate with God effectively and intercede for others well (Rom.8:26; 1Cor.14:2).

2. Self-edification: it stirs up a believer’s faith (1Cor.14:4; Jude 20).

3. It is a means of yielding our tongue to God. No man can tame the tongue but God (Jam. 3:8). By the Holy Spirit, the whole body can change, including the tongue.

4. It is a weapon of spiritual warfare (1Cor.14:2).

5. It assists believers to sing, praise and give thanks to God (1Cor.14:15).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: How can speaking in an unknown tongue help believers to witness for Christ according to Acts 1:8?

SUMMARY: Speaking in an unknown tongue and in diverse tongues edify the speaker and the church respectively.

CONCLUSION: Speaking in an unknown tongue is a fulfilment of the promise of God and it is for all believers who would not just desire it but fully tap into the benefits irrespective of their church denominations, tribes or nations.

QUESTION
* Give reasons believers should speak in an unknown tongues.
* Mention four (4) benefits of speaking in an unknown tongue.

EVALUATION: Differentiate between speaking in an unknown tongue and the gift of diverse kinds of tongues.

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, baptise me afresh with the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

ASSIGNMENT
Identify and write five (5) differences between speaking in an unknown tongue and the gift of diverse kinds of tongue. (2×5=10 Marks).

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 7 October 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 7 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today the Lord is with me like a mighty awesome one. He is mighty in my midst overcoming every contrary spirit and personality. Nothing that is anti-Christ survives in or around me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Heavenly King of Glory, I worship and adore You this morning for You are God all by Yourself. Ancient of days, most gracious God, I bless You.
There is no one like You and there never will be anyone big enough to be compared to You. Be Glorified in our life, families, and nation in Jesus Name.

Lord of Host, I come before You this morning, seeking forgiveness for my sins. Your Word says if I humble myself and turn from my wicked ways, You’ll hear from heaven and forgive me. Father please forgive me in Jesus name.

Lord Jesus, You are the stronger man. Please Lord, send any demon that may be inside me out today in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, keep my family and I from evil in the name of Jesus!

Father, as I set out today, be with me. You have promised never to leave me. May your presence be with me always in Jesus name.

Lord, let me experience victory in all areas of my life starting from now in the name of Jesus.

Oh Lord, do not let the devil and his agents have dominion over me. Destroy their works now and in future in the name of Jesus!

Oh Lord, recharge and renew me from the inside. Do not let me give space to the devil to come in, in Jesus name.

Lord, as I expend my tank of knowledge, anointing, energy and other graces, grant me the wisdom to refill my tank in Jesus name.

Father, protect me and my family from the evil ravaging the world. Let everywhere we step into be a land of Goshen (safety) for us in the name of Jesus.

Father please, continually renew the strength of pastor E. A Adeboye in the mighty name of Jesus.

Father I pray for Your wisdom and inspiration over every worker on this platform in the name of Jesus.

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.”

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Join today’s Devotion here: Open Heavens 7 October 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 7 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today the Lord is with me like a mighty awesome one. He is mighty in my midst overcoming every contrary spirit and personality. Nothing that is anti-Christ survives in or around me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare that I am born of God. A seed of the most high. Therefore I overcome the world in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I take my place in prayer, Bible study, and holy living, and I enjoy the victory that Christ Jesus won for me in the name of Jesus!

I declare and effect my victory in Christ Jesus over the devil, challenges, and unpalatable circumstances by my submission to the Lord Jesus Christ in Jesus name.

I declare that I Submit myself to God. I resist the devil, and he flees from me in the name of Jesus.

I declare that I am under the authority of the Almighty where no power of evil can reach me in the name of Jesus.

I decree, my days are protected from all evil. I will not fall prey of any plans of darkness. I am in Christ and Christ is in me, in the name of Jesus.

I decree my joy will never be replaced with sorrow no matter how the enemy tries in Jesus name.

I decree and declare, the energy to run and not be tired is supplied to me right now, I will work and not be tired, I will use my hands to do great things for my life and household, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare, my health and that of my household is insured by the blood of Jesus.

I decree and declare, only good tidings shall be heard around my life and household, no evil news shall prevail over our destinies, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare, my life is secured with divine security, the devil has no access to my life, in the mighty 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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 7 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: Can two walk together, except they be agreed? Amos 3:3

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 7 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING PROVERBS 27:17

Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 7 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

Having followed for the past three days on friendship, I am sure by now you are well equipped on how to choose friends. However, you need to also know what to do with your friend(s) because if your friendship is not defined, you may lose focus.

Do the following with your friends:
1. Read: Read academic, spiritual and moral books together. Locate a library near you, borrow books and buy the ones you can. Rotate these books amongst yourselves if you are more than two and review the book when everyone has read it. You can also download free e-books online. Read the Bible and memorise Scriptures.

2. Pray: This is very important. Share burdens and pray together in the Holy Ghost.

3. Visit places: Visit Libraries, Cinemas, Museums and good places together. This way, you will not be bored.There are some other good activities such as learning how to cook some new food, baking et cetera that you can engage in with your friends. In all, let Jesus be at the centre of your relationship so that you can build a healthy relationship with your friends.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 7 OCTOBER 2022 KEY POINT

Mention the names of your friends and spend time to pray for each of them today.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 7 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 7 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PHILIPPIANS 3:1-21, ISAIAH 37-38

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 MEMORIZE: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets. Matthew 7:12

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING PROVERBS 20:6

Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?

Adults Version: Open Heaven 6 October 2022

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 MESSAGE

For a couple of days now, we have been talking about friendship. This is because friendship is serious business and should be taken as such. After discovering yourself and the kind of friend that would suit you, there are some things you should also do: You must be friendly.

In other words, you must be courteous, kind and likable. Don’t go about with a rude countenance or unfriendly face and expect people to like you. Someone once said the cheapest perfume to wear on a face is a smile. Always wear a smile. After all, studies have shown that it takes fewer muscles to smile than frown. Also, when you smile, you look younger.

You also need to know that there are some attitudes that destroy friendship. They are: greed, malice, anger, envy, backstabbing or backbiting, not taking to good advice, being overbearing (always wanting things done your way) et cetera. Never put up any of those. Instead, do what you expect of your friends.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 KEY POINT

Do unto others what you want them to do to you.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 HYMN

LET OTHERS SEE JESUS IN YOU

1. While passing through this
world of sin,
And others your life shall view,
Be clean and pure without, within,
Let others see Jesus in you.

CHORUS
Let others see Jesus in you,
Let others see Jesus in you;
Keep telling the story, be faithful and true,
Let others see Jesus in you.

2. Your life’s a book before their eyes,
They’re reading it through and through;
Say, does it point them to the skies,
Do others see Jesus in you?

3. What joy ’twill be at set of sun,
In mansions beyond the blue,
To find some souls that you have won;
Let others see Jesus in you.

4. Then live for Christ both day and night,
Be faithful, be brave, and true,
And lead the lost to life and light;
Let others see Jesus in you.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 OCTOBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PHILIPPIANS 2:1-30, ISAIAH 34-36

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 6 October 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 6 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the Holy Spirit lives on my inside. The power of the highest resides in me. No contrary spirit can stay on my inside or even around me. I am surrounded and saturated with God in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Heavenly Father I thank You for all You have done for me. For Your provision, protection and many other wonderful things, God I thank You, and most importantly for giving me Your Son. Father I thank You in Jesus name.

Father I ask for Your mercy in any way I have sinned against You. Lord forgive me and have mercy on me in Jesus name.

Lord fill me with Your power today so that I may stand strong and move forward on the path You have for me in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, in every and any way I have submitted myself as a vessel to be used by the devil, to perpetuate his evil work on earth, please deliver me in Jesus name.

Father, if I have through my association or the things that I’ve exposed myself to gotten different spirits into my life, please have mercy on me and deliver me in Jesus name.

Father, please put an end to every operation of demons in my life today, in Jesus name.

Lord bring order into my life, amid all confusions. Let Your light bring me hope and perfect peace in Jesus name.

Father help me to be totally under Your control, take away pride and keep me in total submission to You in Jesus name.

Father please, continually renew the strength of pastor E. A Adeboye in the mighty name of Jesus.

Father I pray for Your wisdom and inspiration over every worker on this platform in the name of Jesus.

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.

Knowing the names God calls you is the antidote to many vices of the enemy like depression, anxiety, identity crisis, low self esteem and even pride.

Our perspective of self and identity should and must come from our maker alone – God. It is in Him that we find our identity, purpose and essence.

Knowing the names God calls you also helps you renounce and reject every other label and name that circumstances, the world, and your limitations may have place on you.

You are not what people call you. You are who God says you are. As you read through the names God calls you below as culled from scriptures, declare them boldly and receive the Grace to fully understand them and walk in them.

17 Names God Calls You.

1. THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD IN CHRIST JESUS

“For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him” 2 Corinthians 5:21

2. SAVED AND SANCTIFIED

“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God” Ephesians 2:8

3. THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5:14‬

4. THE SALT OF THE EARTH

“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.” ‭Matthew‬ ‭5:13. ‬‬

5. A CITY SET ON A HILL

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5:14‬

6. REDEEMED

“Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law, having become a curse for us (for it is written, “Cursed is everyone who hangs on a tree”),” ‭‭Galatians‬ ‭3:13‬ ‭

7. LOVED

“The Lord has appeared of old to me, saying: “Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you.” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭31:3‬ ‭‬‬

8. CHOSEN

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭

9. GOD’S OWN

“You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” 1 John‬ ‭4:4‬ ‭‬‬

10. A CHOSEN GENERATION

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭‬‬

11. OVERCOMER

“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” 1 John‬ ‭5:4‬ ‭‬‬

12. A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭

13. KING AND PRIESTS

“and has made us kings and priests to His God and Father, to Him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.” ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭1:6‬ ‭‬‬

14. A HOLY NATION

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭‬

15. A PECULIAR PERSON

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;” 1 Peter‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭‬‬

16. JOINT HEIRS WITH CHRIST

“The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:16-17‬ ‭‬‬

17. GOD’S CHILD

“The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:16

Declare these names over yourself

I declare that I am who God says I am. I am everything God has made me to be and nothing less. I confess and agree because God says so that I am the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus. I am Saved and sanctified by the blood of Jesus.

I am light of the world, the salt of the earth, and a city set on a hill that can not be hid.

I am not a victim of curses because I am Redeemed in Christ.

I am not rejected or neglected. Instead, I am Loved, Chosen, Worthy and God’s Own.

I am not ordinary. I am a chosen generation, a Royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a peculiar person.

I am not an orphan. I am God’s child and joint heirs with Christ.

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.

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Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 6 October 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the Holy Spirit lives on my inside. The power of the highest resides in me. No contrary spirit can stay on my inside or even around me. I am surrounded and saturated with God in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare that I wax great, and go forward, and I grow until I become very great in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I move forward ever and backwards never in Jesus mighty name.

Today, I decree my freedom from the demons that cause regression, in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that Satan shall have no way in my life in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare; any tongue that rises up against me in judgment is condemned already in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I am made whole. I Rise, take up my bed, and I walk in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I move forward in Jesus name.

I decree that the Lord will move me forward Himself today. I will begin to soar high, in Jesus name.

I decree and declare; I am a child of God and I shall live as a king here on Earth 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.