OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 MEMORIZE: And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: Joel 2:28

OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 BIBLE READING GENESIS 18:1-14

1. And the LORD appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day;

2. And he lift up his eyes and looked, and, lo, three men stood by him: and when he saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed himself toward the ground,

3. And said, My LORD, if now I have found favor in thy sight, pass not away, I pray thee, from thy servant:

4. Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree:

5. And I will fetch a morsel of bread, and comfort ye your hearts; after that ye shall pass on: for therefore are ye come to your servant. And they said, So do, as thou hast said.

6. And Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah, and said, Make ready quickly three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes upon the hearth.

7. And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetched a calf tender and good, and gave it unto a young man; and he hasted to dress it.

8. And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat.

9. And they said unto him, Where is Sarah thy wife? And he said, Behold, in the tent.

10. And he said, I will certainly return unto thee according to the time of life; and, lo, Sarah thy

wife shall have a son. And Sarah heard it in the tent door, which was behind him.

11. Now Abraham and Sarah were old and well stricken in age; and it ceased to be with Sarah after the manner of women.

12. Therefore Sarah laughed within herself, saying, After I am waxed old shall I have pleasure, my lord being old also?

13. And the LORD said unto Abraham, Wherefore did Sarah laugh, saying, Shall I of a surety bear a child, which am old?

14. Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.

Child of God, we welcome you to a new week in Jesus name.
Thank you for joining us for today’s devotional.

An encounter is an experience that changes the life of a believer for better.

A divine encounter solidifies your belief about God but that’s not all, other beautiful things come with divine encounters.

Find out in the devotional below.

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that I experience God in fullness and totality and this experience transforms and changes my entire being in Jesus name.
Amen Hallelujah!

OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 MESSAGE

When God comes visiting you, you can be sure you are in for pleasant surprises. As I have preached on several occasions concerning the issue of divine visitation, when God visits an individual, because He is a benevolent God, He does not come empty-handed as we see in our memory verse and Bible reading today. My prayer right now is that God will visit you with mercy and favour today, in Jesus’ name.

When Abraham was entertaining the three travellers as we see in our Bible reading today, little did he know that they were messengers of the benevolent God he had encountered in Genesis 12.

The story of Abraham teaches us that we must be hospitable if we would experience divine visitation. God visits those who share the same attribute of generosity with Him because He is generous.

He is so generous that He gave His only begotten Son as a ransom for our sins (John 3:16), thus becoming the Father of millions of people who were once disobedient creatures.

When expressing generosity or hospitality, you must do it willingly, not as if you are being forced to do it. The angelic visitors would not have waited had they noticed any unwillingness in Abraham, his wife and the men who dressed a whole calf with speed.

One of the important benefits of a divine encounter is that you will begin to hear from God and His verdict on your enemies shall be made known to you as seen in (Exodus 14:1-4), (1 Samuel 16:11-13) and (1 Samuel 17:37).

When you have a divine encounter, obscurity shall be terminated immediately and you will be launched into the limelight (John 9:1-7). A divine encounter usually leads to accelerated promotion, according to Exodus 7:1. Your mockers will bow to you as seen in (2 Kings 2:1-15).

Most importantly, a divine encounter motivates people towards a closer walk with God in holiness and righteousness, empowering them to become a terror to the kingdom of darkness.

Furthermore, a divine encounter makes people more productive and fruitful in the vineyard of God. May the Lord grant you a divine encounter today, in the mighty name of Jesus.

OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 PRAYER POINT

Father, please help me to experience a divine encounter that would transform my life positively, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 HYMN

JESUS MY LORD MY GOD MY ALL

1. Jesus, my Lord, my God, my all,
hear me, blest Savior, when I call;
hear me, and from thy dwelling place
pour down the riches of thy grace.

CHORUS
Refrain: Jesus, my Lord, I thee adore;
O make me love thee more and more.

2. Jesus, too late I thee have sought;
how can I love thee as I ought?
And how extol thy matchless fame,
the glorious beauty of thy name?

3. Jesus, what didst thou find in me
that thou hast dealt so lovingly?
How great the joy that thou hast brought,
so far exceeding hope or thought!

4. Jesus, of thee shall be my song;
to thee my heart and soul belong;
all that I have or am is thine,
and thou, blest Savior, thou art mine.

OPEN HEAVEN 7 MARCH 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: JOSHUA 1-4

Thank you for joining us today. 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 6 March 2022

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

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am a person of prayer and intercession. I pray for my leaders and everyone around me. I stand in the gap and make legislation through the blood and power of Christ Jesus. Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Be Thou exalted Lord in heaven and on Earth. You are God forever.

I decree and declare that the church of God is strengthened and intercessors rise daily in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that angels are on assignment for my sake. They act in my favor and cause things to happen for me in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that instead of pulling each other down, we the church pray for each other and uphold each other in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare for this family (mention a family you know that is experiencing challenges), experiences a turn around in the name of Jesus!

I decree and declare my family experiences peace and joy in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that everyone and everything I need is supplied supernaturally in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare when others say there is a casting down, there will be a lifting up for me in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare I am the head and not the tail. I am above and not beneath in Jesus name.

My Father and my God, bless Your son, Pastor E.A Adeboye; may none of his words fall to the ground, in Jesus’ name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these prayers.

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

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

Beloved, thank you for joining us today. 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 6 March 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 6 March 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am a person of prayer and intercession. I pray for my leaders and everyone around me. I stand in the gap and make legislation through the blood and power of Christ Jesus. Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

I give thanks to the Lord, for His steadfast love endures forever. When I think of the goodness of Jesus, my spirit leaps for joy, Hallelujah.

Be Thou exalted Lord. In heaven and on Earth, no god can match you, no man can question You, no demon can stand You.

Thank You that You do not share Your power with any god. Thank You for not sharing Your glory with any man. Thank You for not sharing Your throne with the devil. You are God all by Yourself.

I humbly come before You as a child that is still in the flesh and does wrong. I am sorry Father, forgive my folly and teach me Your way, for Your way is the way of wisdom.

Father, strengthen the church of God and make us intercessors in the name of Jesus.

Lord, let your angels begin to act in my favor and cause things to happen for me in Jesus name.

Father, help the church to pray for each other and not cast each other down in the name of Jesus.

Father I pray for this family (mention a family you know that is experiencing challenges), step into their situation and cause a turn around in the name of Jesus!

My Lord and my God I thank You for Pastor E.A Adeboye. I ask and pray that You strengthen him. I pray that You open up the heavens to answer all of his prayers.

Thank You Father for the intercessory team and the online platform (rccgonline.org) I pray that everyone that has offered themselves as vessels to be used by You Lord, that You shower Your grace and mercy upon them in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless everyone that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Father for the family involved in setting this platform (rccgonline.org) on fire for You. Father I ask that You lift them high above the storms around them and multiply Your grace towards them.

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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 MEMORIZE: Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart. 2 Timothy 2:22

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 BIBLE READING 2 SAMUEL 13:11-15

11, And when she had brought them unto him to eat, he took hold of her, and said unto her, Come lie with me, my sister.

12. And she answered him, Nay, my brother, do not force me; for no such thing ought to be done in Israel do not thou this folly.

13. And I, whither shall I cause my shame to go? and as for thee, thou shalt be as one of the fools in Israel. Now therefore, I pray thee, speak unto the king; for he will not withhold me from thee.

14. Howbeit he would not hearken unto her voice: but, being stronger than she, forced her, and lay with her.

15. Then Amnon hated her exceedingly; so that the hatred wherewith he hated her was greater than the love wherewith he had loved her. And Amnon said unto her, Arise, be gone.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 MESSAGE

In todays Bible reading, siblings of the same father committed incest with him. Amnon was consumed by what he thought was love for his halfsister, so he discussed with his close friend who then advised him on how he would sleep with her.

Few minutes after he had carnal knowledge of her, the hatred wherewith he hated her was greater than the love wherewith he had loved her (2 Samuel 13:15).

My dear daughter, if you’re head over heels in love with a boy whose intention is unknown or unclear to you, then you’re in danger. You are in a very delicate situation which must be handled with caution.

Being physically attracted to someone is not a sin but when you imagine how sex with the person would be like, you are toying with destruction, hence, you need to renew your thoughts through the word of God.

Also, lust can be fuelled by seductive dressing, porn and sinful thoughts. If you want to stay pure, you must run from these things.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 PRAYER POINT

Father, please take away every unholy feeling in my heart for anyone (mention his/her name).

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 HYMN

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 6 MARCH 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: MARK 11:1-33, NUMBERS 36:1-13, DEUTERONOMY 1:1-46

LESSON TWENTY-SEVEN (27)
TOPIC: BRIDGING PARENT-CHILD GAP

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: Almighty Father, please help all parents to train their children to keep
the way of the Lord and to do what is right
always in Jesus’ name.

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalms 127:1-5.

[1] (A Song of degrees for Solomon.) Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.

[2] It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.

[3] Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.

[4] As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth.

[5] Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.

MEMORY VERSE: “For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him”. Genesis 18:19.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Parenting refers to the aspect of raising a child from infancy to adulthood. The most common partaker is the biological parent of the child. Parenting in the 21St century involves parent-child relationship.

The parent-child relationship must be based on love, truth, openness, honour, obedience, discipline and provision. Parenting can be difficult and challenging, but at the same time the most rewarding and fulfilling things we ever do.

The Bible has a great deal to say about the way we can successfully raise our children to be great men and women of God. It is easier to train a child than to repair an adult.

TEXT REVIEW: Psalms 127:1-5.
Teacher should identify five (5) gifts which the Almighty God gives according to this passage:
i. …………………………
ii. ………………………..
iii. ……………………….
iv. ……………………….
v. …………………………

LESSON OUTLINES:
LESSON OUTLINE 1: PARENTING: OLD AND
MODERN
A. PARENTING AS OF OLD:

i. Teacher should group the class into two (2) groups.

ii. Group one should mention those things their children indicate that some parents are negligent in upbringing their children.

iii. Group two should mention those things that which indicate that some parents have performed their duties well in upbringing of their children.

iv. Teacher should explain the role played by the parents of Jesus (Mary and Joseph) to
protect baby Jesus according to Matthew
2:13-15.

v. Teacher should explain the role played by
Mary and Joseph to ensure that baby Jesus
grew in the knowledge of God according to
Luke 2:22-24, 41-42.

vi. Teacher should allow the students to identify the role played by Eli in the upbringing his sons, Hophni and Phinehas according
to 1 Samuel 4:13-21.

B. MODERN PARENTING:
i. Teacher should allow students to identify
dominant factors which influence parenting whether positively or negatively in our modern society.

ii. Teacher should carefully identify those practices and developments which have influenced parenting in our modern society as indicated below:

a. Indulgence*: e. g “My child should not suffer as I did”.

b. Negligence of duty*: for instance, some parents abdicate their responsibilities for
house maid, teachers and electronic gadgets.

c. Wrong Priority*: for instances some parents place their careers above their children care.

d. Adverse effects of communication technologies expose the child to unwholesome
practices.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should differentiate between the old and modern parenting pointing out the dangers in the gap.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: DIVINE EXPECTATION
Teacher should use the lecture teaching method to deliver the Outline 2 (to save time).
To bridge the gap between the biblical pattern and the modern pattern of parenting, the
following biblical principles could applied:

I Apply the rod of correction (Prov.22:15)*. This is not the rod of abuse, but correction. An abused child will suffer great trauma, but a child who is properly corrected will enjoy peace.

II Discipline promptly (Prov.13:24)*. Discipline has to do with understanding that various ways of correcting wrong doing with the goal of inculcating the confidence to do right always. A parent does not love his child if he fails to apply the rod when necessary (Prov.23:13-14; 29:15-17).

III Begin training early (Prov.19:18)*. Many lives have been ruined due to the negligence of some parents by excusing or over looking the wrong doings of their children instead of correcting them early.

IV Be a role model. (2 Tim.1:5).*

V Teach them the word of God. (Deut.6:6-7)*.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: What does God expects
parent to do to bridge gap?

SUMMARY: Children are heritage of the Lord and should be raised up according to God’s pattern.

CONCLUSION: God is keenly interested in you and your parenting responsibilities. You should partner with God by studying His word and following His leading for success.

EVALUATION: What did you derive from the Lesson Outline 1 and 2?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty father, please
do not allow parents to be guilty of their children.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) factors
which could make Godly parenting difficult.

LESSON TWENTY-SEVEN (27)
TOPIC: BRIDGING PARENT-CHILD GAP

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?

MEMORY VERSE: “For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgement; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.” Genesis 18:19

BIBLE PASSAGE: PSALM 127:1-5

1 Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.

2 It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.

3 Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.

4 As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth.

5 Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.

INTRODUCTION: Parenting refers to the aspects of raising a child from infancy to adulthood. the most common partaker is the biological parents of the child. Parenting in the 21st century involves parent-child relationship.

The parents-child relationship must be based on love, truth, openness, honor, obedience, discipline and provision. Parenting can be difficult and challenging, but at the same time the most rewarding and fulfilling things we ever do.

The Bible has a great deal to say about the way we can successfully raise our children to be great men and women of God. It is easier to train a child than to repair an adult.

LESSON OUTLINES
1. PARENTING: OLD AND MODERN
2. DIVINE EXPECTATION

PARENTING: OLD AND MODERN

The parenting as of of old: Mary and Joseph are examples of good parents in the Bible days. They invested all they had in baby Jesus. They knew when the child was in trouble i.e. when king Herod wanted to kill the child (Matthew 2:13-15).

They made sure baby Jesus was always taken to the temple (Luke 2:22-24, 41-42). They brought him up in the way of the Lord.

Eli in the Bible the father of Hophni and Phinehas, is an example of a parent who refuse to train his children in the right way (1Samuel 4:13-21).

Modern parenting: In this generation parents indulge their children, all in the name of ‘What I suffer my children should not’. This has led to the falling standard of discipline.

These days, many parents leave the training of their children to house helps, nannies, electronic gadgets, teachers and churches. Many parents are now career-conscious at the expense of giving their children good attention for proper training.

However, in this age of digital technologies, it is important that parents get acquainted with the internet and the various social media handles – (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp Tick-Tok).

This is because information and communication now flow through these Media at an alarming rate and it is expedient that parents bridge this generational gap by being compliant.

DIVINE EXPECTATION
God expects that parents should do the under listed.
1. Apply the rod of correction (Proverbs 22:15). This is not the rod of abuse, but correction. An abused child will suffer great trauma, but a child who is properly corrected we enjoy peace

2. Discipline promptly (Proverbs 13:24). Discipline has to do with understanding the various ways of correcting wrong doing with the goal of inculcating the confidence to do right always. A parent does not love his child if he fails to apply the rod of correction when necessary (Proverbs 23:13-14; Proverbs 29:15-17)

3. Begin training early (Proverbs 19:18). Many lives have been ruined due to the negligence of some parents by excusing or overlooking the wrongdoings of their children instead of correcting them early

4. Be a role model (2Timothy 1:5)

5. Teach them the word of God (Deuteronomy 6:6-7)

CONCLUSION: God is keenly interested in you and your parenting responsibility. You should partner with God by studying His word and following His leading for Success.

QUESTION:
1. Compared and contrast between the old and modern parenting
2. Mention five expectations of God on parenting.

FURTHER READINGS: MON: Col.3:21. TUE:
Prov.22:6. WED: Ps.8:2. THUR: Eph. 6:1-2.
FRI: Ex.20:12. SAT: Eph.6:4. SUN: Ps.127:1.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) factors
which could make godly parenting difficult.

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?

MEMORY VERSE: “But you, Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book until the time of the end; many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall increase”. Daniel 12:4

BIBLE PASSAGE: COLOSSIANS 4:5-6

5 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.

6 Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.

INTRODUCTION: Hundreds of millions of people are becoming increasingly interested in social media networking sites to enjoy and maximise the relational opportunities of these sites.

Are these networking sites the next big mission field or an enormous waste of time? Should a Christian participate in social networking? The answer to these questions should be determined by whether we can honestly ask God to bless and use our actions for His own good purposes (1 Corinthians 10:31).

OUTLINES:
1. SOCIAL MEDIA DESCRIBED
2. IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA

SOCIAL MEDIA DESCRIBED

Social media are web- technologies that facilitate the sharing of ideas, thought and information through the building of virtual *networks* and communities.

By design, *social media* is internet-based and givers users quick electronic communication of content (user-generated content) which is the life blood of the social media organism.

Social media websites and applications are such that enable users create and share content or to participate in social networking.

*A social networking service* is an online platform which people use to build social networks or social relationships with other people who share similar personal, business or career interests, activities, backgrounds or real-life connections.

There are various social network platforms used by individuals based on their interest and purpose for use. Some commonly used social media sites are YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Quora, TikTok, Facebook messenger, Pinterest, Viber, Discord, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Google+, Telegram, SKYPE, QQ, Tumblr, Reddit, Snapchat, zoom and other professional/business platforms.

IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA

It is important to understand the impact of our status, photo, comments, or blog posts may have in the future (Proverbs 17:27-28). It should be remembered that social networking sites involved publishing on the internet mostly for public views which include friends, family, church members, current and future employers, school admission personnel, etc. The social media has both positive and negative impacts on the users.

*Some Of The Positive Impacts Are:*

i. The potential of the social media can be harassed for the propagation, expansion and growth of the gospel (Isaiah 11:9; Habakkuk 2:14).

ii. *Corporate engagements:* Social media can help improve individual’s sense of reasoning with real or online communities and be an effective communication (or marketing) tool for corporations, enterpreneurs, profit and non-profit making organisations, is advocacy groups, political parties, government sectors etc.

iii. *Building of relationships:* Families, friends, associates etc, can easily connect and reconnect for meaningful relationship (Proverbs 18:24)

iv. *Social media influencers:* These are social media users who have an established credibility and audience, who can persuade others by virtue of their trust-worthiness and authenticity. You can become a great influencer for God through the social media (1Timothy 4:12; 2Timothy 2 1-2; Titus 2:7). souls can be won and discipled through you as you showcase Christ and the kingdom virtues to the word.

v. *Ease of doing business:* Products and pservices can be advertised or marketed real-time. It gives the opportunity to create a sales funnel whereby a new contacts become potential/serious customers (Proverbs 22:29)

*Some Of The Negative Impacts Are*

i. Uncontrolled/untamed Posts (pictures, video, captions, etc,) *Proverbs 18:2; Colossians 4:6*. The consequence of any statements, both now and in the future, should be considered. It should be assumed that everything written or said is permanent and viewable by everyone (Proverbs 21:23)

ii. Treating the Bible as irrelevant or archaic in relation to modern trends and technologies. Spreading of heretical teachings and half truth

iii. Playing down the God-factor as social media influencer for the sake of retaining followers from all walks of Life (Romans 1:28).

iv. Self-isolation. Avoiding physical meetings or interaction while using the social media as a disguise to engage in some unethical activities/behaviour

v social media addictions (Galatians 5:1): Limiting the amount of time (expect for business purpose) we devote to these social networking site is both healthy and wise

vi. Attention deficiency syndrome i.e. inability to concentrate on a task or programme for a specific without diverting to the social media

vii. Physical disconnection among close relatives. Family members living together can even become familiar strangers

viii. Vanity metrics. Relying on the response from other through likes and comments to your post in judging your self-worth or important

ix Activities of scammers and fraudsters

x. Narcissism. Excessive self-love or self-importance emerges when we rely on social media sites primarily to promote ourselves or draw attention to ourselves

CONCLUSION: Be discipline in the use of the social media. It is also wise to have accountability partners: encourage your spouse, family members and Christian brothers/sisters to view your social networking activities and hold you accountable (Proverbs 27:17).

QUESTIONS:
1. Describe social media and mention four (4) different social media sites you are familiar with.
2. Mention four (4) importance of social media to you and your follower as a user

FURTHER READINGS: MON: Titus 2:7-8.
TUE: Eccl.12:12. WED: Col.3:16. THUR:
1Pet.3:15. FRI: Col.4:6. SAT: Matt. 12:35.
SUN: Heb.12:1.

ASSIGNMENT: List five (5) unethical use of
social media platforms.

LESSON TWENTY-SEVEN (27)
TOPIC: THE SOCIAL MEDIA

OPENING PRAYER: Lord, please help me to walk in wisdom with You and with human
technologies.

BIBLE PASSAGE: Colossians 4:5-6
[5]Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.
[6]Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.

MEMORY VERSE: “But you, Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book until the time of the end; many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall increase.’ Daniel 12:4

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Hundreds of millions of people are becoming increasingly interested in social networking sites to enjoy and maximise the relational opportunities of these sites.

Are these networking sites the next big mission field or an enormous waste of time? Should a Christian participate in social networking?.

The answer to these questions should be determined by whether we can honestly ask God to bless and use our actions for His own good purposes (1 Cor.10:31).

TEXT REVIEW: Colossians 4:5-6
In this passage, Apostle Paul admonishes
believers to:
i. Walk in wisdom toward them that are ot*
side (non-believers) V5a.
ii. Redeem the time V5b.
iii. ……….. v6a.
iv. ……….. v6b.
v. ………….v6c.

LESSON OUTLINES
LESSON OUTLINE 1: MEDIA SOCIAL DESCRIBED

A. The teacher should ask the students to share their knowledge on the concept of social media. He/she should then highlights some concepts of social media as follow:

i. Social media are web-based technologies that facilitate the sharing of ideas, thoughts and information through the building of virtual networks and communities.

ii. Social media is internet-based and gives users quick electronic communication of
content i.e. user-generated content.

iii. Social media websites and applications are such that enable users create and share content to participate in social networking.

iv. A social networking service is an online platform which people use to build social networks or social relationships with other people who share similar personal, business or career interests, activities, backgrounds or real-life connections.

B. Teacher should allow students mention some social media handles they know. The following commonly used social media sites/handles should be mentioned:
i. YouTube, ii. Facebook, iii. Instagram, iv. Quora, v. TikTok, vi. Facebook messenger, vii. Pinterest, viii. Viber, ix. Discord, x.Twitter xi. WhatsApp, xii. LinkedIn, xiii. Google+, xiv. Telegram, xv. SKYPE, xvi. QQ, xvii. Tumblr, xviii. Reddit, xix. Snapchat, xx. zoom and other professional/business platforms.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention the social media platforms they use most and purpose for usage.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Teacher should allow the students express their views on the advantages and disadvantage of using social media.

Some Of The Advantages Are:
i. *Propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ:* The potential of the social media can be harassed for the propagation, expansion and growth of the gospel (Isaiah 11:9; Habakkuk 2:14).

ii. *Corporate engagements:* Social media can help improve individual’s sense of reasoning with real or online communities and be an effective communication (or marketing) tool for corporations, entrepreneurs, profit and non-profit making organisations, is advocacy groups, political parties, government sectors etc.

iii. *Building of relationships:* Families, friends, associates etc, can easily connect and reconnect for meaningful relationship (Proverbs 18:24)

iv. *Social media influencers:* These are social media users who have an established credibility and audience, who can persuade others by virtue of their trust-worthiness and authenticity. You can become a great influencer for God through the social media (1 Timothy 4:12; 2 Timothy 2 1-2; Titus 2:7). Souls can be won and discipled through you as you showcase Christ and the kingdom virtues to the word.

v. *Ease of doing business:* Products and services can be advertised or marketed real-time. It gives the opportunity to create a sales funnel whereby a new contacts become potential/serious customers (Proverbs 22:29)

Some Of The Disadvantages Are:
i. Uncontrolled/untamed Posts (pictures, video, captions, etc,) *Proverbs 18:2; Colossians 4:6*. The consequence of any statements, both now and in the future, should be considered. It should be assumed that everything written or said is permanent and viewable by everyone (Proverbs 21:23)

ii. *Treating the Bible as irrelevant* or archaic in relation to modern trends and technologies.

iii. *Spreading of heretical* teachings and half truth

iv. *Playing down the God-factor* as social media influencer for the sake of retaining followers from all walks of Life (Romans 1:28).

v. *Self-isolation.* Avoiding physical meetings or interaction while using the social media as a disguise to engage in some unethical activities/behaviour

vi. *Social media addictions* (Galatians 5:1): Limiting the amount of time (expect for business purpose) we devote to these social networking site is both healthy and wise

vii. *Attention deficiency syndrome* i.e. inability to concentrate on a task or programme for a specific period without diverting to the social media

viii. *Physical disconnection among close relatives.* Family members living together can even become familiar strangers

ix. *Vanity metrics*. Relying on the response from others through likes and comments to your post in judging your self-worth or important

x. *Activities of scammers* and fraudsters

xi. *Narcissism*. Excessive self-love or self-importance emerges when we rely on social media sites primarily to promote ourselves or draw attention to ourselves.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should recall how social media has been helpful or harmful to them.

SUMMARY: The social media is a great tool for both self-development and propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. However, caution should be taken to avoid addiction

CONCLUSION: Be disciplined in the use of the social media. It is also wise to have accountability partners: encourage your spouse, family members and Christian brothers/sisters to view your social networking activities and hold you accountable (Proverbs 27:17).

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, please help me to influence people into Your kingdom through the use of the social media.

ASSIGNMENT : List five (5) unethical use of social media platforms.

Thank you for joining us today. 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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Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am a person of prayer and intercession. I pray for my leaders and everyone around me. I stand in the gap and make legislation through the blood and power of Christ Jesus. Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Everlasting king of Glory, I worship you today for you are God and there is none like you.

I decree and declare as a child of God that today is a blessed day in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that mercy speaks for me today and always in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I am helped to always intercede for my leaders and people in authority in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that every person in authority is brought to the Lordship of Christ and rules with the fear of God in Jesus name.

I decree and declare let new righteous leaders after God’s heart begin to arise in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that as I intercede for people around me, my captivity is turned around and I experience restoration in Jesus name.

I decree and declare I am an intercessor, I pray for everyone who needs prayers in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that my life contributes to God’s kingdom and agenda in the name of Jesus.

My Father and my God, bless Your son, Pastor E.A Adeboye; may none of his words fall to the ground, in Jesus’ name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these prayers.

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

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

Beloved, thank you for joining us today. 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 5 March 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 5 March 2022

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today I am a person of prayer and intercession. I pray for my leaders and everyone around me. I stand in the gap and make legislation through the blood and power of Christ Jesus. Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

Everlasting king of Glory, I worship you today for you are God and there is none like you.

Thank you father for the gift of life and for every beautiful thing you have blessed me with. Be glorified in the name of Jesus.

Lord, I ask for forgiveness for every sin I have committed. Show me mercy in Jesus name.

Father, help me to always intercede for my leaders and people in authority in Jesus name.

Oh Lord help our leaders in Nigeria to fear you and lead rightly in Jesus name.

The Bible says, When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. Lord, I intercede for our spiritual, and political leaders, help them to be righteous. Bring up new righteous leaders after your heart in the name of Jesus.

Lord as I intercede for people around me, turn around my captivity and let me experience restoration in Jesus name.

Help me Lord, to pray for others even when I need prayers myself in Jesus name.

Father, help unbelievers to come to the truth of your word in the name of Jesus.

My Lord and my God I thank You for Pastor E.A Adeboye. I ask and pray that You strengthen him. I pray that You open up the heavens to answer all of his prayers.

Thank You Father for the intercessory team and the online platform (rccgonline.org) I pray that everyone that has offered themselves as vessels to be used by You Lord, that You shower Your grace and mercy upon them in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless everyone that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Father for the family involved in setting this platform (rccgonline.org) on fire for You. Father I ask that You lift them high above the storms around them and multiply Your grace towards them.

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.