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 18 July 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 18 July 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today my life is characterized by gratitude and joy. Instead of sadness and defeat, I think grateful and victorious thoughts. I always sing songs of praise to my great God. I am always reminded of God’s greatness and do not cease to praise Him. This is my confession in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits:

Father, please forgive my sins and unrighteousness. Especially the sin of ingratitude. Forgive me and help me to be a better person in Jesus name.

Father, help me to remain ever conscious of You. May I never forget You and all that You are and have done in my life in the Name of Jesus.

Lord, Grant me the understanding to realize that everything I have was given to me by You and I am only but a steward in Jesus Name.

Father, may nothing be too much for me to give to You. Help me to be detached from earthly possessions in Jesus name.

Father as you bless me, may I stay reminded that all blessings come from You and every good and perfect gift comes from above. May I never take Your Glory in Jesus Name.

Father, please, wear upon me the garment of Your praise and worship; and empower me to worship and praise You, without ceasing, in Jesus’ name.

Father, help me to be holy as You’re holy in heaven, and empower me by Your grace, to do all the things that will attract and retain Your presence in my life, in Jesus’ name.

Father, remember me today, and let every long standing and difficult yoke in my life be broken, in Jesus’ name.

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 18 July 2022

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

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today my life is characterized by gratitude and joy. Instead of sadness and defeat, I think grateful and victorious thoughts. I always sing songs of praise to my great God. I am always reminded of God’s greatness and do not cease to praise Him. This is my confession in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I declare that I will continually give thanks unto the Lord. My mouth shall tell of His wondrous work always in the name of Jesus.

I declare that I am a person of gratitude and thanksgiving. I am not an ingrate in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that blessings and earthly possessions will not make me forget God in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I’ll never forget the blessings, favor, victories, and kindness of the Lord to me in Jesus name.

I decree and declare my life is characterized by gratitude. I am never ungrateful in Jesus name.

I decree and declare I will be supernaturally propelled by God’s grace to walk in personal victory, prosper in my relationships, and impact the world mightily for Him in Jesus name.

I decree and declare I will not lose heart today because I believe I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I receive an abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness. I reign in life through Jesus Christ in Jesus name.

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.

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 17 July 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 17 July 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that songs of praise to my Great God will continually proceed out of my tent. I am always reminded of God’s greatness and do not cease to praise Him. This is my confession in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

I will bless the LORD at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.

O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt His name together.

I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.

I looked unto him, and was lightened: and my face was not ashamed.

Oh taste and see that the Lord is good. His greatness is from Everlasting to everlasting.

(Speak and Sing Your own words of praise to God lavishly)

Father, as I praise today, let there be divine intervention in every area of my life in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, as I praise You, lift me above every evil going around in Jesus name.

Father as I praise You today, let my problems turn into stepping stones, my tests into testimonies and my trials into triumphs. Let obstacles give way to miracles, let attacks give birth to attractions and let disappointments give way to divine appointments in Jesus name.

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 17 July 2022

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

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that songs of praise to my Great God will continually proceed out of my tent. I am always reminded of God’s greatness and do not cease to praise Him. This is my confession in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Great God I worship You today for You are Greater than the greatest, Stronger than the strongest, Richer than the richest, Wiser than the wisest, Older than the oldest.

I decree and declare I will always sing of the greatness of God. Songs of praise shall never depart from my mouth in Jesus name

I decree and declare I will bless the Lord at times in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that my lifestyle of praise is bringing about divine intervention for me in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that as I praise God today, I am lifted above every bad situation and circumstance.

I decree and declare that as I praise, my problems are turned into stepping tones, my tests to testimonies and my trials to triumphs in the mighty name of Jesus.

(Speak and Sing your own words of praise to God lavishly)

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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 MEMORIZE: And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Galatians 6:9

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 BIBLE READING ESTHER 2:15

Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the king’s chamberlain, the keeper of the women, appointed. And Esther obtained favour in the sight of all them that looked upon her.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 MESSAGE

Esther had lost both parents earlier in life and was raised by her uncle, Mordecai, who was one of the palace workers. He must have raised Esther in strict compliance with the word of God for her to remain chaste until the contest before the king.

Mordecai raised Esther and in return, she brought him into greatness by mentioning his name to the King. This shows the extent to which Esther appreciated her uncle for training her.

Also, at the time Mordecai was raising Esther, there was no vacancy for Queen but at the appointed time, an opportunity showed up when her training was over. Her position as the queen shows that God had picked her to deliver the Jews.

Perhaps, you work so hard but are not appreciated by your pastor, parent or leader for the services you render to God and mankind. In fact, rather than approval or commendation, you may be getting sharp reprimands or discouragement, especially when you make a little mistake.

Don’t be discouraged, don’t stop doing the things you do, because there is Someone keeping a record of all you do and He has promised that He will not forget your labour of love. Esther was rewarded with the crown; your own reward will come very soon.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 KEY POINT

You will definitely reap the good you have sown.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 HYMN

STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF GOD

1. Standing on the promises
of Christ, our King,
Thro’ eternal ages let
His praises ring;
Glory in the highest,
I will shout and sing,
Standing on the promises of God.

CHORUS
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God, my Saviour;
Standing, standing,
I’m standing on the promises of God.

2. Standing on the promises
that cannot fail.
When the howling storms of
doubt and fear assail,
By the living word of God
I shall prevail,
Standing on the promises of God.

3. Standing on the promises
I now can see
Perfect, present cleansing
in the blood for me;
Standing in the liberty
where Christ makes free,
Standing on the promises of God.

4. Standing on the promises
of Christ, the Lord,
Bound to Him eternally
by love’s strong cord,
Overcoming daily with
the Spirit’s sword,
Standing on the promises of God.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 17 JULY 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: ACTS 20:1-38, PSALMS 22-24

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 16 July 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 16 July 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I have the mind of Christ therefore I have a right thinking mind. My mind is fixed on virtuous, beautiful and blessed things. Every agent of the enemy sent to afflict my mind with evil thoughts is banished. I enjoy a sound mind that dwells on the truth of God’s Word and all the victory it promises. And as I meditate on them, I experience them in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare, I am going out today as a champion and I shall return back with success because my Father in heaven will make everything work for my good, in the name of Jesus.

Holy spirit, thank You for always guiding me in all my ways and not allowing flesh to rule over Your will for my life and household.

I decree and declare, I will never be separated from the love of God in anyway, in the mighty name of Jesus.

I cut myself off every worldly enticement and engagement that wants to move me away from the plans of God for my life, in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I do not believe any negative report spoken over me and my family are canceled by the blood of the lamb in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I only believe the report of the Lord. The Lord’s report says I am healed, It says I am filled, It says I am free, it says I have victory in the name of Jesus!

I decree and declare Christ in me is indeed the hope of glory in Jesus mighty name!

I decree and declare I am guaranteed a glorious future as I remain steadfast in Christ Jesus .

I decree and declare I am wise with my words. I will not say the wrong things and give myself into the hands of my enemies in Jesus name.

I decree and declare I think good and beautiful thoughts for as I think in my heart, so I am in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I and my household are doers of the word, and not hearers only in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I look into the perfect law of liberty, and continue therein. I am not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work. Therefore, I am blessed indeed in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I resist the devil and he flees from me with all his evil suggestions in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare the Lord is my light and my salvation, I shall fear no one in Jesus name.

I decree and declare I am justified by the sacrifice of Jesus.

I decree and declare everywhere I step is a place of blessings, favor, and safety for me in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare, over (mention), an end has come to your existence in my life, I am free because Jesus has set me free, Amen

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.

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 16 July 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 16 July 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I have the mind of Christ therefore I have a right thinking mind. My mind is fixed on virtuous, beautiful and blessed things. Every agent of the enemy sent to afflict my mind with evil thoughts is banished. I enjoy a sound mind that dwells on the truth of God’s Word and all the victory it promises. And as I meditate on them, I experience them in Jesus mighty name. Amen Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

My Lord and my God, I praise Your Holy Name for You are God and there is none like You. Be exalted in Jesus name.

Father, I come before You seeking forgiveness because Your word says that if I keep sin in my heart, You will not hear my prayers. Father please forgive me and help me to live for You in Jesus name.

Lord, grant me grace to lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and to receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save my soul in the name of Jesus.

Lord, help me to remain committed to guarding my mind and my thoughts. May I not give space to evil thoughts and imaginations to get in in Jesus name.

Help me Lord to think only of things that are of good virtue in Jesus mighty name!

Father, may I keep my mind on Your will and Your ways always in the name of Jesus.

Heavenly Father, teach me to guide my heart with all diligence and ensure that things that have no virtue do not stay there in the name of Jesus.

Father, protect me, my family members and everyone reading and writing these prayers. Let us continually abide under the shadow of Your wings 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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 MEMORIZE: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 BIBLE READING ROMANS 6:18

Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 MESSAGE

True freedom is in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The freedom that Jesus gives is all-embracing; most importantly, it frees from sin. Jesus came to save you from your sins, so, what is that evil habit or vice that the constitution of the country you live in has given you the freedom to practise such as drugs, abortion, homosexuality et cetera?.

When we were younger, we thought the best way to forget ones problems was by drinking to a stupor only to realize that the sorrow continues when you become lucid. The only person who can give lasting joy or freedom is the Lord Jesus Christ.

Please accept His invitation today, confess your sins and decide not to return to them. Thereafter, take practical steps towards putting an end to that habit by replacing the object of sin.

For instance, buy more fruits and vegetables so that when the urge for drugs comes, you would feast on the fruits instead. Load your phone with gospel songs so that when you feel like watching porn, you can switch to music.

Lastly, have an accountability partner that you can talk to about your struggles so that he/she can take it upon himself/herself to pray for you and follow you up on your daily activities.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 ACTION POINT

List the vices you commit and two practical ways to stop each. Prayerfully actualize them.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 HYMN

IN CHRIST ALONE

1. In Christ alone my hope is found
He is my light, my strength, my song
This Cornerstone, this solid ground
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm
What heights of love, what depths of peace
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease
My Comforter, my All in All
Here in the love of Christ I stand.

2. In Christ alone, who took on flesh
Fullness of God in helpless babe
This gift of love and righteousness
Scorned by the ones He came to save
‘Til on that cross as Jesus died
The wrath of God was satisfied
For every sin on Him was laid
Here in the death of Christ I live.
Bought with the precious blood of Christ.

3. There in the ground His body lay
Light of the world by darkness slain
Then bursting forth in glorious Day
Up from the grave He rose again
And as He stands in victory
Sin’s curse has lost its grip on me
For I am His and He is mine
Bought with the precious blood of Christ

4. No guilt in life, no fear in death
This is the power of Christ in me
From life’s first cry to final breath
Jesus commands my destiny
No power of hell, no scheme of man
Can ever pluck me from His hand
Till He returns or calls me home
Here, in the power of Christ, I stand.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 16 JULY 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: ACTS 19:21-41, PSALMS 19-21

LESSON: 46

TOPIC: DEALING WITH PROCRASTINATION.

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

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

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

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

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

A. MEMORY VERSE: “And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee.”

B. BIBLE TEXT: ACTS 24:22-25, ACTS 26:28.

ACTS 24:22-25

22. And when Felix heard these things, having more perfect knowledge of that way, he deferred them, and said, When Lysias the chief captain shall come down, I will know the uttermost of your matter.

23. And he commanded a centurion to keep Paul, and to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintance to minister or come unto him.

24. And after certain days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, which was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ.

ACTS 26:28
Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.

C. LESSON INTRODUCTION:
“Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.” Proverb 27:1. This explains the fact that time is of essence in all decisions of life.
Procrastination is willfully delaying a required action until a future time. It means to defer, to postpone until tomorrow, what should have been done, a day before tomorrow. It is an enemy of success. We trust the Lord to deal with this vice in our lives in Jesus Name.

CAUSES OF PROCRASTINATION

1. Excuses – I need time to think, let me relax a little and start later.

2. Personal Convenience – Acts 24:25.

3. Laziness – Proverbs 26:13-16

4. Slothful – Proverbs 12:24

5. Environmental Distractions – Ecclesiastes 11:4

6. Pleasure and worldly entanglements – Genesis 19:16, Matthew 19:22

7. The erroneous belief of “working better under pressure”

EFFECTS OF PROCRASTINATION

1. Promising yourself that you will start tomorrow mighty be soothing and harmless while taking the pressure off temporarily, but the consequences can be disastrous to say the least. Some effects of procrastination include:

2. Loss of trust from peers and colleagues due to missed deadlines

3. Constant anxiety and being caught off-guard

4. Guilty conscience due to incessant failure

5. Missed opportunities

6. Strained relationships

7. Failure due to lack of preparation

8. Shoddy jobs and incomplete outputs.

9. Self-confidence erosion.

10. Lost time and unnecessary delay.

11. Lost souls if we procrastinate in witnessing Jeremiah 8:20.

DEALING WITH PROCRASTINATION

1. Proper planning and constant reminder Luke 14:28

2. Set priorities right Ecclesiastes 3:1

3. Recognise that success never comes without discipline and diligence Pro 22:29

4. Avoid distractions by applying self-discipline in legitimate pleasures like eating, gisting, visits, TV, movies etc.

5. Get disciplined with the use of mobile phones. Studies reveal that people spend averagely 5 hours daily on social media.

6. Always remember we don’t control tomorrow.

7. Work on one goal at a time

8. Start small and be specific

9. Join an accountability group where goals are followed-up and checked for accuracy and completion.

10. Find suitably-qualified mentors who can call you to question on life assignment.

CONCLUSION: Rosie O’Neil once said “Procrastination is the arrogant assumption that God owns you another chance to do tomorrow, what He gave you the chance to do today.” Do it today, do it now. Just do it.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father help me to be diligent.
2. Let the spirit of procrastination leave my life.
3. Every opportunity I have missed, I regain them now.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK:

MONDAY: Proverbs 22:29 Be diligent.

TUESDAY: Ecclesiastes 12:1 Remember thy creator now

WEDNESDAY: Study Ecclesiastes 9:10

THURSDAY: Meditate on Proverbs 4:25

FRIDAY: Fast and pray against distractions and do a 12-hour social media fast

SATURDAY: Witness to 1 person today.

SUNDAY: Appreciate God.

Are you in search of Bible verses about comfort? Look no further. The Word of God contains the life of God. It also contains His promises to us.

If you need to know what God has said about comfort, the right place to check is scripture. Today, we will be sharing 23 Bible verses about comfort. If you’re in need of strength through the comfort of God’s Word, study and meditate on these scriptures and trust the Lord to speak to your heart. You can also declare some of the scriptures over your life.

Share this compilation of comforting scriptures with anyone who may be in a difficult season of life now and save it for yourself to remind you of God’s presence with you even in difficult times.

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1. ROMANS 15:4 KJV

For whatsoever things were written in times past, were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.

2. Job‬ ‭5:11‬ ‭KJV‬‬

“He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety.”

3. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 KJV

Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all.

4. Isaiah 26:3 KJV

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

5. Matthew 5:9 KJV

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

7. Philippians 4:6 KJV

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

8. 1 Peter 5:7 KJV

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

9. Colossians 3:15 KJV

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.

10. John 14:27 KJV

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

11. Romans 15:13 KJV

Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

12. Psalm 4:8 KJV

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.

13. Romans 5:1 KJV

Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

13. Psalm 23:4 KJV

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

14. Isaiah 12:1 KJV

And in that day thou shalt say, O Lord, I will praise thee: though thou wast angry with me, thine anger is turned away, and thou comfortedst me.

15. 2 Corinthians 1:4 KJV

Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.

16. Genesis 50:21 KJV

Now therefore fear ye not: I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spake kindly unto them.

17. Lamentations 3:22-24 KJV

It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.

18. Psalm 147:3 KJV

He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.

19. Jeremiah 29:11 KJV

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

20. Isaiah 54:10 KJV

For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee.

21. Psalm 29:11 KJV

The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.

22. Psalm 72:7 KJV

In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.

23. John 16:33 KJV

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

We believe you have been blessed by these scriptures about comfort. Share this post with a friend today and meditate on them for yourself. Tell us in the comments which of these scriptures stood out for you as you read.

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