OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 MEMORIZE: He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end. Ecclesiastes 3:11

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING ROMANS 9:16-18

16. So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.

17. For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth.

18. Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 MESSAGE

I used to grant all my children’s requests in order to curb covetousness until I realised that as a good mother, I needed to delay the granting of some of their requests so that they could understand that life won’t always give them whatever they ask for.

The same is true with God. When a child or baby Christian asks for anything in prayers, he/she would most likely get it. This is God’s way of drawing him/her closer, but as time goes on, God may start delaying some answers to prayers to teach a vital lesson on faith and being steadfast.

Sometimes, He may not grant the prayer request at all because He knows the end from the beginning. God sees the motive behind every prayer and if it doesn’t align with His purpose, He won’t give a Yes.

A typical example is Paul who, according to 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, constantly prayed that God would take away a thorn in his flesh but instead, God gave him sufficient grace to manage it.

Another example is Moses who wanted to dodge his divine assignment on the grounds of his stammering. God gave him a helper in Aaron (Exodus 4:10-14). God may not always grant all your requests.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 KEY POINT

God may not always say “Yes” but His “No” is also in your favour.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 HYMN

‘TIS SO SWEET TO TRUST IN JESUS

1. ‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,
Just to take him at his word;
Just to rest upon His promise,
Just to know, “Thus saith the Lord.

CHORUS
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him!
How I’ve proved him o’er and o’er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust him more!

2. O how sweet to trust in Jesus,
Just to trust His cleansing blood;
Just in simple faith to plunge me
’Neath the healing, cleansing flood!

3. Yes, ’tis sweet to trust in Jesus,
just from sin and self to cease;
just from Jesus simply taking
life and rest, and joy and peace.

4. I’m so glad I learn’d to trust Thee,
Precious Jesus, Saviour, Friend,
And I know that Thou art with me,
Wilt be with me to the end.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-23, PSALMS 119:1-176

LESSON FIFTY ONE (51)
TOPIC: ETERNAL REWARDS

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

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?

Today’s devotional: Open Heaven 21 August 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 21 August 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayer Points For Open Heavens 21 August 2022

Teens Devotional: Open Heavens For Teens 21 August 2022

MEMORY VERSE: “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; ’’ 2 Corinthians 4:17

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16-27

[16]For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

[17]For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.

[18]What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.

[19]For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.

[20]And unto the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to them that are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain them that are under the law;

[21]To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law.

[22]To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.

[23]And this I do for the gospel’s sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you.

[24]Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.

[25]And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.

[26]I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air:

[27]But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.

INTRODUCTION: It is generally believed that the rewards to be given at the judgment seat of Christ will consist of crowns and other glorious things. 2Corinthians 4:17 speaks of the momentary light affliction, which is descriptive of this world of sorrow, pain, tears and problems. However, the moment that we cross to the other side, this moment of affliction will be exchanged for an “exceeding and eternal weight of glory”. The believer falls asleep in Christ (John 11:11), suddenly awakes in the Lord’s presence and the glory begins (Phil.1:23).

OUTLINES:
1. WHAT GLORIES ARE BELIEVERS TO EXPECT?2. WHAT CROWNS MAY BELIEVERS WIN?

1. WHAT GLORIES ARE BELIEVERS TO EXPECT?
Every born-again child of God, living a holy life and walking in the Spirit of God should expect:
1. To be with Christ on the last day (Jn.14:3). Everyone is happy to be in the presence of the King of kings.

2. To behold the glory of Christ (Jn.17:24). We shall not only behold His face but also His glory. The disciples saw a glimpse of this glory on the mount of Transfiguration. We shall see it in full when we get to Heaven.

3. To be glorified with Christ (Rom.8:17-18). We are not just to behold His glory but we are to be glorified too. We do not know what this actually means but it is surely going to be marvellously wonderful.

4. To reign with Christ (Rom.8:17-18). We shall reign with the King of kings. In Matthew 25:20-23, in the parable of the talents, the faithful ones were made rulers over many things. That is a challenge to us today.

5. To inherit all things (Rev.21:7). Not some things but all things.

2. WHAT CROWNS MAY BELIEVERS WIN?
It is possible for believers to win several crowns. For example there is:
1. Crowns for faithful ‘runners’ (1Cor.9:24-25). It is an incorruptible crown. An eternal one. It is for those who patiently run the race to Heaven and are temperate in all things (1Cor.9:25, Heb. 12:1).

2. Crowns for soul winners (1Thess.2:19). It is called the crown of rejoicing. Perhaps, each convert will be a jewel, a star on that crown.

3. Crowns for anticipators, that is, those who are expecting the Lord’s return (2Tim.4:8). This is called the crown of righteousness. Everyone ought to win this crown. Each one of us ought to be watching for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

4. Crowns for the faithful ones (James 1:12). This is called the crown of life. There seems to be three conditions for winning this crown:
i. Enduring temptation and overcoming evil,
ii. Loving the Lord,
iii. Being faithful unto death, enduring to the end, even if it means martyrdom (Rev.2:10).

5. Crowns for true Pastors (1Pet.5:4). This is called the crown of glory. This is the crown for the elders, the under shepherds, Pastors, Missionaries and Teachers who perform their duties so well that the Great Shepherd will say “Well done” to them.

6. Crowns of gold for all the redeemed (Rev.4:4). It is not only earthly kings and queens that have crowns. Redeemed men, born-again, holy living Christians shall have crowns too.

CONCLUSION: Be faithful, even unto death.

QUESTIONS:
1. Mention some crowns that a believer could win.
2. What are the conditions for winning the crown of life?

FURTHER READING: MON: Jn.8:51. TUE: 1Cor.15:55. WED: 2Chron.15:7. THUR: Matt.6:1. FRI: Matt.19:29. SAT: Jn.5:24. SUN: Jos.1:6-8.

ASSIGNMENT: Find out five (5) major obstacles that make it difficult for some people to endure affliction.

LESSON FIFTY ONE (51)
TOPIC: ETERNAL REWARDS

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

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?

Today’s devotional: Open Heaven 21 August 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 21 August 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayer Points For Open Heavens 21 August 2022

Teens Devotional: Open Heavens For Teens 21 August 2022

OPENING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please grant all Your children abundant grace to endure affliction and receive eternal glory in Jesus’name.

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16-27

[16]For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

[17]For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.

[18]What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.

[19]For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.

[20]And unto the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to them that are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain them that are under the law;

[21]To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law.

[22]To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.

[23]And this I do for the gospel’s sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you.

[24]Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.

[25]And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.

[26]I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air:

[27]But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.

MEMORY VERSE: “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; ’’ 2 Corinthians 4:17

INTRODUCTION: It is generally believed that the rewards to be given at the judgment seat of Christ will consist of crowns and other glorious things. 2Corinthians 4:17 speaks of the momentary light affliction, which is descriptive of this world of sorrow, pain, tears and problems. However, the moment that we cross to the other side, this moment of affliction will be exchanged for an “exceeding and eternal weight of glory”. The believer falls asleep in Christ (John 11:11), suddenly awakes in the Lord’s presence and the glory begins (Phil.1:23).

TEXT REVIEW:
Apostle Paul commented on the dispensation of the gospel that was committed to him. He stated his commitment in term of:
a. Necessity.
b. Cost.
c. Reward (According to 1Corinthians 9:16-18).

ACTIVITY: Teacher should state four (4) other commitments of Paul in relation to the gospel according to the passage.
i. ——————————————————————–
ii. ——————————————————————
iii. ——————————————————————
iv. ——————————————————————

LESSON OUTLINES:
1. WHAT GLORIES ARE BELIEVERS TO EXPECT?
2. WHAT CROWNS MAY BELIEVERS WIN?

1. WHAT GLORIES ARE BELIEVERS TO EXPECT?
Every born again child of God, living a holy life and walking in the Spirit of God should expect:
i. To be with Christ on the last day (Jn.14:3). Everyone is happy to be in the presence of the King of kings.

ii. To behold the glory of Christ (Jn.17:24). We shall not only behold His face but also His glory. The disciples saw glimpse of this glory on the mount of transfiguration. We shall see it in full when we get to Heaven.

iii. To be glorified with Christ (Rom. 8:17-18), we are not just to behold His glory but we are to be glorified too. We do not know what this actually means but it is surely going to be marvellously wonderful.

iv. To reign with Christ (Rom.8:17-18). We shall reign with the King of kings. In Matthew 25:20-23, in the parable of the talents, the faithful ones were made ruler over many things.
v. To inherit all things (Rev.21:7). Not some things but all things.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:
What would happen to believers who could not endure the moment of light affliction for Christ?

2. WHAT CROWNS MAY BELIEVERS WIN?
It is possible for believers to win several crowns. For example there is:
i. Crown for faithful “runners” (1Cor.9:24-25). It is an incorruptible crown. An eternal one. It is for those who patiently run the race to Heaven and are temperate in all things. (1Cor.9:25, Heb.12:1).

ii. Crowns for soul winners (1Thess.2:19). It is called the crown of rejoicing. Perhaps, each convert will be a jewel, a star on that crown.

iii. Crowns for participators, that is, those who are expecting the Lord’s return (2Tim. 4:8). This is called the crown of righteousness. Everyone ought to win this crown. Each one of us ought to be watching for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

iv. Crowns for the faithful ones (James 1:12). This is called the crown of life. There seems to be three conditions for winning this crown:
a. Enduring temptation and overcoming evil,
b. Loving the Lord,
c. Being faithful unto death, enduring to the end, even if it means martyrdom. (Rev.2:10).

v. Crowns for true pastors (1Pet.5:4). This is called the crown of glory. This is the crown for the elders, the under shepherds, Pastors, Missionaries and Teachers who perform their duties so well that the Great Shepherd will say “Well done” to them.

vi. Crowns of gold for all the redeemed (Rev.4:4). It is not only earthly kings and queens that have crowns. Redeemed men and women, born-again, holy living Christians shall have crowns too.

SUMMARY: There are rewards and crowns for believers who endure affliction for Christ.

CONCLUSION: Be faithful, even unto death

EVALUATION: What sort of rewards and crowns await believers who endure to the end?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please do not let me lose my crown (s) in Jesus’name. Amen.

ASSIGNMENT: Find out five (5) major obstacles that make it difficult for some people to endure affliction.

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 20 August 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 20 August 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am not a lukewarm Christian. My life is always characterized by fervency and passion for God. I am never caught off guard or waxing cold in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; The God of my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, My stronghold and my refuge; My Savior, You save me from evil.

Thank You Lord for a new Day that You have caused me to see. Be exalted forever in Jesus name.

My father in heaven, You are the one who was, who is and who is to come. I sanctify this day in Your Word. I will go forth and prosper in Jesus name.

Father, I ask for divine guidance today. As I step out into the morning, Lord guide me. As I will be going out today in search of my daily bread, Lord don’t let me meet what will eat me along the way in Jesus name.

Lord, I ask for divine provision. I want You to provide for me even beyond my expectations in Jesus name.

Father, grant me grace to be able to deny myself of temporary gratifications and take up my cross daily, and follow You in Jesus name..

Oh Lord, may I not be lukewarm in my Christian walk. Help me to remain on fire for You in the name of Jesus.

Help me Father, to be able to give up temporary things and sacrifice them for my walk with You in Jesus name.

Father please show me the areas where I may need to reignite the fire, in Jesus name.

Father, any area where my fire has become lukewarm, please show me and help me to become hot for You again, 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.

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 20 August 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 20 August 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am not a lukewarm Christian. My life is always characterized by fervency and passion for God. I am never caught off guard or waxing cold in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare that grace is granted unto me to sacrifice all that I should that I may stand firm in the faith in Jesus Name.

I decree and declare that I do not have an unhealthy attachment to things of this world. Nothing is too much for me to give God in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I will never be too big to do God’s work. I remain humble before Him in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I am not a lukewarm Christian. I am on fire for God in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that the Lord has established me as a holy person to Himself. I keep His commandments and walk in His ways in Jesus name!.

I decree and declare that all the people of the earth see that I am called by the name of the LORD in the name of Jesus!

I decree and declare that the LORD grants me plenty of goods, in the fruit of my body, in the increase of my livestock, and in the produce of my ground in Jesus mighty name!

I decree and declare that I lend to many nations but I will not borrow in Jesus mighty name!

I decree and declare that everything I need to eat healthy and live a healthy life is supplied to me in the name of Jesus.

Thank You Father for 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.

*LESSON FIFTY ONE (51)*
*TOPIC: CHURCH WITHOUT SPOT OR WRINKLE*

*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, help Your Church to stand without spot.

MEMORY VERSE: “That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.” Ephesians 5:27.

BIBLE TEXT: HEBREWS 12:10-17.

10. For they verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness.

11. Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.

12. Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees;

13. And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.

14. Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

15. Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;

16. Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright.
17. For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: It is certain that Jesus Christ is coming back, whether we believe it or not. And He (Jesus Christ) is coming to take the believers in Him to Heaven. See John 14:1-3. The believers in Christ must lead a blameless life before they can access the beautiful place prepares for Christians by Him (Christ). Please let it be known to everyone of us that Christ is not coming for Church goers but only those believers in Christ without spot or wrinkle.

TEXT REVIEW: HEBREWS 12:10-17.
i. God can reject and replace anyone
ii. God can replace with someone lower.

LESSON OUTLINES:
WHAT MUST WE DO NOW THAT WE KNOW THIS?
1. Be holy in all manners of conversations. 1 Peter 1:15-16.

2. Love righteousness and hate iniquity. Hebrews 1:9

3. Confess your sins and forsake them. Proverbs 28:13

4. Make and follow peace with all men Hebrews. 12:14

5. Do not be scared of light affliction. 2 Corinthians 4:17

6. Give yourself to the study of God and prayer. Acts 6:4

7. Be thankful to God always. 1 Thessalonians 5:18

8. Have a childlike heart. Matthew 18:1-3

9. Show love to everyone. Matthew 25:40

10. Control your tongue. James 3:6

ACTIVITY: Class things that can lead to spot or wrinkle in the Church?

SUMMARY: God wants us to be holy like Christ but only those believers in Christ without spot or wrinkle.

CONCLUSION: “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11. If we steadfastly follow the above ten points and every other Godly instructions, the grace of God will enable us to be spotless and wrinkle waiting for His appearance.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank you for not hiding your mind towards us in Jesus Name.

2. Father, please give the grace to be spotless and without wrinkle in Jesus Name.

3. Father, please continue to help Daddy and Mummy G.O in Jesus Name.

4. Father, please takeover RCCG in Jesus Name.

5. Individual request.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK:
MONDAY: Matthew 5:48, 1 Peter 1:15-16.

TUESDAY: James 3:1-6 Meditate on this throughout today.

WEDNESDAY: Try to live peaceably with everyone daily.

THURSDAY: Please, try to avoid this pitfall. Galatians 5:19-21

FRIDAY: Make Holy Spirit your friend. Galatians 5:22-26

SATURDAY: JESUS CHRIST IS COMING AGAIN. John 14:1-6

SUNDAY: Thank God for making you a heavenly candidate. Luke 10:17-20

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 MEMORIZE: So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy. Romans 9:16

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING ROMANS 9:16-18

16. So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.

17. For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth.

18. Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 MESSAGE

A vibrant young boy used to go about his campus preaching the gospel and confronting all who were demon-possessed. He used to say that if one needed a miracle, all the fellow needed to do was to just bind the demon obstructing it, cast it out and all would be well.

A few years later, he got married and when the time of his wife’s labour started, he brought her to one of our maternity centres. After several bindings and castings, the baby just wouldn’t come. He then ran to the back of the building, went on his knees and cried, “God, please have mercy on me.” Less than 15 minutes later, he heard the cry of his newborn.

I pray for you today that God will have mercy on you too, in Jesus’ name. Only mercy qualifies a boy or girl to become great. I am living proof of God’s mercy because I rose from being a village boy to become what I am today.

If a human being had been in charge of wealth distribution, luck may never have shone on my lineage because my dad was considered the poorest amongst the poor but God’s mercy found me and turned it all around.

Dear child, are there areas of your life that need God’s mercy and help? I pray that God will come through for you speedily, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 PRAYER POINT

Father, please have mercy and send help to me.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 HYMN

JUST AS I AM

1. Just as I am, without one plea,
but that Thy blood was shed for me,
and that Thou bidst me come to Thee,
Oh Lamb of God, I come, I come.

2. Just as I am, and waiting not
to rid my soul of one dark blot,
to Thee, whose blood can cleanse each spot,
Oh Lamb of God, I come, I come.

3. Just as I am, though tossed about
with many a conflict, many a doubt,
fightings and fears within, without,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.

4. Just as I am poor, wretched, blind
Sight, riches, healing of the mind
Yea, all I need, in Thee to find
Oh Lamb of God I come,

5. Just as I am, Thou wilt receive,
wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
because Thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.

6. Just as I am Thy love unknown
Has broken every barrier down;
Now to be Thine, yea Thine alone,
Oh Lamb of God I come, I come.

7. Just as I am, of that free love,
The breadth, length, depth and
height to prove,
Here for a season, then above,
Oh Lamb of God I come, I come.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 20 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 CORINTHIANS 2:1-16, PSALMS 116-118

The coming of Christ Jesus is near. All of the signs prophesied in scriptures are beginning to be seen all over the world. One of the things that makes you a believer is the fact that you believe in this. Jesus Christ is returning to take His bride with Him.

This is a fact that we must stay aware of and consciously remind ourselves of regularly to avoid being like the foolish virgins who slept off and were caught unawares when the bridegroom returned.

It is no news that believers must remain aware of and prepare for the second coming of Christ Jesus but are many believers aware of the practical ways to do this?

Today, were sharing 5 practical things you should do to help you stay prepared for the second coming of Christ.

1. PRAY

“Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭26:41‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Prayer is a powerful tool for every believer in Christ. It is a means of communication with God, establishing dominion on earth, and aligning yourself with God’s Will and His Word.
There is no time when prayer has been more needed than now. We live in perilous times but we are not surprised or taken aback by the events occurring because we know that these are the things that predate the second coming of Jesus Christ. Believers must stay in the place of prayer and be fervent as we await the coming of our Lord.

2. BIBLE STUDY

“Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.”‭‭ Matthew‬ ‭22:29‬ ‭KJV‬‬

The Word of God contains all the reminder we need about the end times and the second coming. Every believer must make it their duty to study their Bibles for themselves with the help of the Holy Spirit. The Bible contains the Word of God that teaches us to be righteous and live holy lives for God. Scriptures also contain of the keys believers need to live in these perilous times and the weapons of victory that we have to fight the schemes of the enemy in these times.

3. GO TO CHURCH

“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭10:25‬ ‭KJV‬‬

The Bible encourages us not to forsake the gathering of believers. When you’re constantly amongst brethren in Christ, your faith is consistently built and the shepherd over the church will teach you the Word of God and guide you on how to live worthy of your calling in Christ. Going to church is really important but it must never take the place of your personal prayer and Bible study time.

4. EVANGELIZE

“From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”‭‭ Matthew‬ ‭4:17‬ ‭KJV‬‬

While we prepare and await the second coming of Jesus, we must consider other people who are yet to come into the knowledge of Christ. The Bible says heaven rejoices when a sinner repents. As a child of God, this should also be your passion. The passion for souls should move you to evangelize to Unbelievers and everyone who desperately needs to come to Jesus Christ.

5. BE WATCHFUL

“Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭26:41‬ ‭KJV‬‬

The world as we know it is coming to an end and this is proven by the different awful events that are occurring in the world. Many ungodly and despicable practices have become the other of the day and are even nationally accepted.
Believers must be watchful and not be unaware of the devices of the enemy that are being sent into the world daily. We must hold fast to the Word of God and hold it higher than any trend or invention.

Lastly, we must remain firmly rooted in doing the work of God because Christ has assured us that He is returning with rewards.

What other ways are you preparing for the second coming of our saviour? Share it in the comments section. You might just be encouraging someone else who is reading.

Catch up on Impactful Bible verses like this, articles, daily devotionals, prayers, declarations and messages on our website (rccgonline.org) God bless you.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 MEMORIZE: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING GALATIANS 1:23-24

23.  But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.

24.  And they glorified God in me.

Adults Version: Open Heaven 19 August 2022

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 MESSAGE

The past is a place that can prevent you from having new experiences of good things. This
is why the Bible says in Isaiah 43:18 “Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.” You may have made mistakes in the past but God can turn them into favour.

In today’s Bible reading, when the Church heard that their greatest persecutor, Saul had been converted to Paul and had begun propagating the gospel, they were surprised and filled with joy.

How wonderful it would be if terrorists would encounter Jesus, surrender their weapons and ammunition openly, then begin to hold crusades in different nations of the world. This was exactly the situation in Paul’s time. It was his reputation that made people listen to him.

They must have wondered how God could save a wicked man as he, causing many to surrender their lives to Christ too. You don’t have to stay in the pool of past mistakes or failures, come to Jesus today and surrender all to Him. He will turn your shame to glory and your mess into a message.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 PRAYER POINT

Father, please turn every unpleasantness in my life into favour.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 HYMN

O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST

1.  O God, our help in ages past,
our hope for years to come,
our shelter from the stormy blast,
and our eternal home;

2.  Under the shadow of Thy throne
Thy saints have dwelt secure.
Sufficient is Thine arm alone,
and our defence is sure.

3.  Before the hills in order stood,
or earth received her frame,
from everlasting Thou art God,
to endless years the same.

4.  A thousand ages in Thy sight
are like an evening gone,
short as the watch that ends the
night
before the rising sun.

5.  Time, like an ever-rolling stream,
bears all its sons away.
They fly forgotten, as a dream
dies at the opening day.

6.  O God, our help in ages past,
our hope for years to come,
be Thou our guard while troubles last,
and our eternal home.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 AUGUST 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 1 CORINTHIANS 1:1-31, PSALMS 112-115

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 19 August 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 19 August 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I do not labor in vain. I do not give up before my breakthrough and before my crown is given to me. I will endure till the end, therefore I shall be saved. Someone else will not enter into the harvest that I have labored for in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

I will praise You, Oh Lord, with my whole heart; I will show forth all Your marvelous work in my life in Jesus name.

Father I confess my sins to You, I pray that You will forgive my sins and cleanse me from all unrighteous in Jesus name.

Nobody else will get the crown that I have been working for in the Kingdom of God all these years in the name of Jesus.

Lord, help me to hold fast to the end so that no one else would take my crown in the name of Jesus.

Lord cleanse me and create in me a clean and a pure heart in the name of Jesus.

Father I pray that You will empower me and grant me the grace to overcome temptation in Jesus name.

Lord everything that I will need to be a vessel unto honour I pray that You will release it unto me in Jesus name.

Father, put an ever burning fire and passion for You within me. May I never relax, become slack or lazy in the name of Jesus.

Oh Lord, help the church to remain working and active for You. Help us not to relent in the name of Jesus.

Lord I pray that You will open my eyes to see supernatural sources of wealth in the name of Jesus.

Father I pray that You will order and direct my footsteps to great places and to meet with great people in Jesus name.

Lord according to Your word I pray and I ask for Your divine supply over every area of my life 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.