Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the daily declarations are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

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DAILY DECLARATIONS: I am blessed on all sides, I am never living in the obscurity of darkness because I am a child of the light. I am filled with His truth and no lies from the pit of hell can confuse me. My destiny is filled with divine encounters, I am moving higher and higher and great things are happening in my life henceforth in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

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READ >> PRAYER POINTS FOR OPEN HEAVENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021

I decree, this Sunday will move in the direction God want for my life, in Jesus’ name

Holy Spirit, thank you for being present in my life and doing what no man can do in all aspects

I decree every evil desire to keep me away from the plan of God is totally destroyed, in Jesus’ name

I decree my steps are ordered by Messiah and I will never be at the wrong place at the wrong time, in Jesus’ name

I claim my victory in all areas of my life from now henceforth in Jesus’ name

I receive the audacity to see through the eyes of faith, in Jesus’ name

I receive the power to overcome obstacles in my life in Jesus’ name.

I am the head and not the tail, in Jesus’ name

I don’t run away from battles, battles submit to me, in Jesus’ name

I’m no longer a slave to fear because I’m a child of the living God.

I decree no more worry or weariness in my life and overall my endeavours, in Jesus’ name

I decree my life is filled with faith and purpose is increased, in Jesus’ name

I decree, Lord Almighty, terminate every power set aside to uproot Your will off my life in any way in Jesus’ name

I decree my life will always be a pointer to the kingdom of God and I will never be a castaway in His kingdom, in Jesus name

I decree, let every believer on this platform (rccgonline.org) never miss the promises of God that stands sure in our lives and our joy will never turn to sadness in Jesus’ most powerful name

I decree concerning my health, the grace of God will continue to speak for me, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree, Lord Almighty, bless your son, Pastor E.A.Adeboye; renew his strength, power and anointing, in Jesus’ name.

Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for all the testimonies on this platform, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations on this platform, in Jesus’ name

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

LESSON FOUR (04)

TOPIC: AND THE MOUNTAINS WERE COVERED WITH WATERS

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.

MEMORY VERSE: “He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the Lord’s, and he hath set the world upon them.” 1 Samuel 2:8

BIBLE TEXT: Genesis 7:17-20
[17]And the flood was forty days upon the earth, and the waters increased, and bare up the ark, and it was lifted up above the earth.

[18]And the waters prevailed and were increased greatly upon the earth, and the ark went upon the face of the waters.

[19]And the waters prevailed exceedingly upon the earth; and all the high hills, that were under the whole heaven, were covered.

[20]Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail, and the mountains were covered.

1 Samuel 2:2-10
[2]There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like
our God.

[3]Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him, actions are weighed.

[4]The bows of the mighty men are broken, and they that stumbled are girded with strength.

[5]They that were full have hired out themselves for bread; and they that were hungry ceased: so that the barren hath born seven; and she that hath many children is waxed feeble.

[6]The LORD killeth, and maketh alive: he bringeth down to the grave and bringeth up.

[7]The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.

[8]He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the LORD’S, and he hath set the world upon them.

[9]He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.

[10]The adversaries of the LORD shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the LORD shall judge the ends of the earth; and he shall give strength unto his king, and exalt the horn of his anointed.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: The Bible is the mind of God (Isaiah 40:8) and through the Holy Spirit we can receive the interpretation of every word/mind of God. (1 Corinth. 2:6-11).

Mountains are known to be an offshoot of the earth, they have much higher levels than the earth or what is called sea level in Geography/Science.

However, the waters in the sea are never known to reach the mountains’ height not to talk of overflowing to cover the mountains anywhere in our present world.

From our text above, God is the one who can do and undo, once during the flood in the time of Noah, God made waters to cover the mountains and the waters which used to be below rose up while the mountains were now down.

He is actually the God who can put down and lift up as He did to the mountains and waters. Anyone who sees himself as occupying a very high seat and fails to humble himself before God may be hit by a shaking that will debase or ridicule him and take him out of power.

The Bible teaches *”Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he falls.”* (1Corith 10:12, Eph 6:5-11).

LESSON OUTLINE:
LESSONS FROM THE GOD THAT MADE THE MOUNTAINS AND THE WATERS.

1. Every position/status or promotion is from God Almighty and for a specific purpose. Ps. 75:6-7.

2. God wants us to carry out our positions/purposes on earth in humility before Him. 2 Chron. 34:24, Deut. 8:2-6.

3. God can turn the table – Deut. 8:11-20, Gen 7:17-20.

4. All things are created for His pleasures. Rev 10:6, Eph 3:9, Col. 1:16

CONCLUSION: The mystery of God’s creation of man is that man is simply the clay in the Hand of Almighty God, the potter. Isaiah 64:8; Jer 18:4-6, God can mould us to anything He Wishes, hence we must always be there to satisfy and fulfil His will, we are created for His pleasure.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Thank God for the gift of salvation.
2. Father please like a mountain towers above the seas/waters, lift my head up always.
3. Father please give me the spirit of humility before you always.
4. Father you have lifted me up, never bring me down for my enemies to mock me in Jesus’ name.
5. Pray for Daddy G. O. and his family.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK :

MONDAY: God is Elohim: This word in Hebrew indicates the relation of God to man as our Creator. Gen 1:12

TUESDAY: God is a jealous God. Ex. 20:3-5

WEDNESDAY: Even the four and twenty elders, cast their crowns before His Throne. Rev. 4:10-11

THURSDAY: All things exist by Him. Col 1:17

FRIDAY: Jesus came to bring back and teach humility to the earth and to make us partakers of it. Phil 2:8

SATURDAY: Pride may be the cause of all your sufferings and unhappiness. Gen 3:13-19

SUNDAY: What God wants from us ALWAYS is to walk before Him and be perfect. Gen 17:1.

LESSON FOUR (04)

TOPIC: AND THE MOUNTAINS WERE COVERED WITH WATERS

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP ANTHEM

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

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

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

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

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

OPENING PRAYER: Father, please help me to overcome all the mountains after me.

MEMORY VERSE: “He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the Lord’s, and he hath set the world upon them.” 1 Samuel 2:8

BIBLE TEXT: Genesis 7:17-20

[17]And the flood was forty days upon the earth; and the waters increased, and bare up the ark, and it was lifted up above the earth.

[18]And the waters prevailed, and were increased greatly upon the earth; and the ark went upon the face of the waters.

[19]And the waters prevailed exceedingly upon the earth; and all the high hills, that were under the whole heaven, were covered.

[20]Fifteen cubits upward did the waters prevail; and the mountains were covered.

1 Samuel 2:2-10
[2]There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God.

[3]Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.

[4]The bows of the mighty men are broken, and they that stumbled are girded with strength.

[5]They that were full have hired out themselves for bread; and they that were hungry ceased: so that the barren hath born seven; and she that hath many children is waxed feeble.

[6]The LORD killeth, and maketh alive: he bringeth down to the grave, and bringeth up.

[7]The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.

[8]He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth are the LORD’S, and he hath set the world upon them.

[9]He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.

[10]The adversaries of the LORD shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the LORD shall judge the ends of the earth; and he shall give strength unto his king, and exalt the horn of his anointed.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: The Bible is the mind of God (Isaiah 40:8) and through the Holy Spirit we can receive the interpretation of every word/mind of God. (1 Corinth. 2:6-11).

Mountains are known to be an offshoot of the earth, they have much higher levels than the earth or what is called sea level in Geography/Science.

However, the waters in the sea are never known to reach the mountains’ height not to talk of overflowing to cover the mountains anywhere in our present world.

From our text above, God is the one who can do and undo, once during the flood in the time of Noah, God made waters to cover the mountains and the waters which used to be below rose up while the mountains were now down.

He is actually the God who can put down and lift up as He did to the mountains and waters. Anyone who sees himself as occupying a very high seat and fails to humble himself before God may be hit by a shaking that will debase or ridicule him and take him out of power.

The Bible teaches *”Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he falls.”* (1Corith 10:12, Eph 6:5-11).

TEXT REVIEW: Acts 16:20-26

i. Every door of mountains shut can be opened by God.
ii. God creates miracles for believers when in front of
mountains.

LESSON OUTLINE:
LESSONS FROM THE GOD THAT MADE THE MOUNTAINS AND THE WATERS.

1. Every position/status or promotion is from God Almighty and for a specific purpose. Ps. 75:6-7.

2. God wants us to carry out our positions/purposes on earth in humility before Him. 2 Chron. 34:24, Deut. 8:2-6.

3. God can turn the table – Deut. 8:11-20, Gen 7:17-20.

4. All things are created for His pleasures. Rev 10:6, Eph 3:9, Col. 1:16,

ACTIVITY: How to avoid and overcome mountains as a believer?

SUMMARY: Without any doubt, the Almighty God can deliver us from all mountains.

CONCLUSION: The mystery of God’s creation of man is that man is simply the clay in the Hand of Almighty God, the potter. Isaiah 64:8; Jer 18:4-6, God can mould us to anything He Wishes, hence we must always be there to satisfy and fulfil His will, we are created for His pleasure.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Thank God for the gift of salvation.
2. Father please like a mountain towers above the seas/waters, lift my head up always.
3. Father please give me the spirit of humility before you always.
4. Father you have lifted me up, never bring me down for my enemies to mock me in Jesus’ name.
5. Pray for Daddy G. O. and his family.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK :

MONDAY: God is Elohim: This word in Hebrew indicates the relation of God to man as our Creator. Gen 1:12

TUESDAY: God is a jealous God. Ex. 20:3-5

WEDNESDAY: Even the four and twenty elders, cast their crowns before His Throne. Rev. 4:10-11

THURSDAY: All things exist by Him. Col 1:17

FRIDAY: Jesus came to bring back and teach humility to the earth and to make us partakers of it. Phil 2:8

SATURDAY: Pride may be the cause of all your sufferings and unhappiness. Gen 3:13-19

SUNDAY: What God wants from us ALWAYS is to walk before Him and be perfect. Gen 17:1.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 MEMORIZE: And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Acts 2:4

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING DANIEL 5:5

In the same hour came forth fingers of a man’s hand, and wrote over against the candlestick upon the plaster of the wall of the king’s palace: and the king saw the part of the hand that wrote.

DANIEL 5:11-12

11. There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say, thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers;

12. Forasmuch as an excellent spirit, and knowledge, and understanding, interpreting of dreams and shewing of hard sentences, and dissolving of doubts, were found in the same Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar: now let Daniel be called, and he will shew the interpretation.

DANIEL 5:24-28

24. Then was the part of the hand sent from him; and this writing was written.

25. And this is the writing that was written, MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN.

26. This is the interpretation of the thing: MENE; God hath numbered thy kingdom, and finished it.

27. TEKEL; Thou art weighed in the balances, and art found wanting.

28. PERES; Thy kingdom is divided, and given to the Medes and Persians.

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OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE

These days, young people create groups on social media where they keep in touch and discuss spiritual matters. Well, this is good, after all, the groups were instrumental last year when the nations of the world went on compulsory holiday and we had to air services on television, radio stations and social media platforms.

However, one of my children told me that in a group where prayers were organized, members were expected to text-pray, i.e. a person posts the prayer point and others post theirs in response to the one raised.

That is very commendable but writing in tongues? There is nowhere in the Bible that states that tongues were written and read by human beings! No one can understand the language of the Spirit except if given the gift of the interpretation of tongues.

Hence, writing in tongues is a wrong notion. The men of old were moved by the Holy Spirit, yet, they wrote the Bible in a language humans could understand before it was later transcribed into the English language, so, it baffles me how someone can transcribe this spiritual gift into everyday letters, sounds and syllables.

In the book of Acts, the Bible recorded that people spoke in tongues. Even Apostle Paul mentioned it in Corinthians. Please don’t misinterpret Gods words. Speaking in tongues is scriptural but writing in tongues is heresy.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 PRAYER POINT

Father, please give me the understanding of Your word and spiritual matters.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 HYMN

BREATHE ON ME BREATH OF GOD

1. Breathe on me, Breath of God,
fill me with life anew,
that I may love what
Thou dost love,
And do what Thou wouldst do.

2. Breathe on me, Breath of God,
Until my heart is pure,
Until with Thee I will one will,
To do and to endure.

3. Breathe on me, Breath of God;
Till I am wholly Thine,
Until this earthly part of me
Glows with Thy fire divine.

4. Breathe on me, Breath of God,
So shall I never die,
But live with Thee the perfect life
Of Thine eternity.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: ISAIAH 7:1-25 , ISAIAH 8:1-22 , ISAIAH 9:1-21 , GALATIANS 4:1-31

LESSON FOUR (04)
TOPIC: SANCTIFICATION

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 old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.

3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.

4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee

5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds be black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.

6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?

OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to know how to live a pure life.

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11
[9]Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,

[10]Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.

[11]And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.

MEMORY VERSE: “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Thessalonians 5:23

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Sanctification simply means to make holy, pure and separated unto God. It is the second work of grace after salvation. It attacks and removes the root of sin.

It is a progressive work of God in man that makes him more and more free from sin and like Christ in his actual life (1Thess.5:23; Rom 8:13). Though often neglected, understanding sanctification is vital for a thriving Christian life

TEXT REVIEW: 1Corinthians 6:9-11.
Apostle Paul in his epistle to the Corinthians affirms that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God.
A. He outlines those who will not enter the kingdom of God as follows:
i. Fornicators, adulterers, …V9.
ii. Thieves, ….V10.

B. He goes further to say that some of them (believers) were part of those who will not inherit the kingdom of God. V11a.

C. But they (believers) are …V11b.

LESSON OUTLINES:
LESSON OUTLINE 1: STAGES OF SANCTIFICATION

There are three stages of sanctification for believers.
1. Positional sanctification: at this moment;
a. Believers through the Holy Spirit are brought out of darkness into the light (1 Peter 2:9; Col.1:13).

b. The believers’ position before God has been changed forever from being an unbeliever to a believer, from Sin to Holiness and from the old life to a new life (1 John 3:9; 1Cor.6:11). Believers are no longer dead in trespasses but are made alive together with Christ (Romans 6:11; Eph. 2:5)

C. It is an initial moral change, a break from the power and love of sin (Romans 8:2).

2. Progressive sanctification: This increases throughout life.
a. It occurs in the process of daily spiritual renewal
(Rom.12:2; 1Cor.13:5).

b. As we grow in grace, we are gradually but steadily changing to be more like Christ (John.17:17; 2 Cor. 3:18)

3. Ultimate Sanctification: This is completed at death (for our souls) and when the Lord returns (for our bodies).
a. Our sanctification will never be completed in this life because we continue to battle with the flesh (Gal.5:17; Rom.7:15)

b. When we die as saints, our souls are finally free from the indwelling sin and are made perfect (1 Cor.15:52).

c. When the Lord returns to give us our resurrection bodies, then our sanctification will be complete (1Jn.3:2).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: What stage of sanctification are
you presently?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: MEANS AND BENEFITS OF SANCTIFICATION

A. Means of sanctification: Sanctification represents a believer’s victory over the flesh (Rom.7:24-25), the world (1 John 5:4) and the devil (James 4:7). Believers are sanctified through the following:
1. God (1 Thess. 5:23).

2. The Word of God. The truth of God’s word taught, sung, preached, studied, and read is one of the surest means by which the Spirit brings about change in our lives (John 17:17).

3. Blood of Jesus (Heb. 9:13-14; 1John 1:7, 9).

4. The Holy Spirit (1Pet.1:2; 2Thess. 2:13).

5. Fellowship with brethren. God brings about our change through the gifts and graces of brothers and sisters in Christ (Prov. 27:17; Heb. 10:25).

6. Suffering and struggle. Though we do not relish it, suffering and struggles work towards our growth to perfection like Christ (Heb.5:8). Difficulties prompt us to rely on God (Rom.5:3-5; Rom.8:28).

7. The Believer’s willingness and readiness to submit to God (Rom.8:13; Phil.2:12-13).

B. The benefits of sanctification are many:
1. A sanctified believer will enjoy the ability to easily resist temptation because there is a renewed hatred for sin and inner lust (1John 3:9).

2. Sanctification fosters intimacy with God, increases spiritual strength and stability (Ps. 15:1-5).

3. It also aids ‘clean record’ for believers i.e. the enemies will not have foothold over such (John 14:30).

4. Sanctification helps believers to be humble and submissive to God and to constituted authorities (Jam. 4:6-7).

Other benefits include:
i. Attraction of God’s favour and man (John 7:38).

ii. Enjoyment of prayer times and increased faith for answered prayers (1 John 5:14-15).

ii. Having right standing before God (Acts 24:16).

iv. Pure intentions of actions and words (Titus 1:15).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should briefly narrate their sanctification experience.

SUMMARY: Sanctification is a lifetime experience with great benefits. Every child of God must be willing to have this experience.

CONCLUSION: Sanctification is an integral part of Christian growth, every child of God must earnestly desire it.

EVALUATION:
1. What are the stages of sanctification?
2. What will a Christian benefit from sanctification?

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, keep me sanctified in You always.

ASSIGNMENT: List with Bible references, five (5) means of sanctification.

LESSON FOUR (04)
TOPIC: SANCTIFICATION

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 old 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: “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Thessalonians 5:23

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11
[9]Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,

[10]Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.

[11]And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Sanctification simply means to make holy, pure and separated unto God. It is the second work of grace after salvation. It attacks and removes the root of sin.

It is a progressive work of God in man that makes him freer and freer from sin and like Christ in his actual life (1Thess.5:23; Rom 8:13). Though often neglected, understanding sanctification is vital for a thriving Christian life

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. STAGES OF SANCTIFICATION
2. MEANS AND BENEFITS OF SANCTIFICATION

STAGES OF SANCTIFICATION
There are three stages of sanctification for believers.

The first is *Positional Sanctification*. At this stage, believers through the Holy Spirit are brought out of darkness into the light and our position before God has been changed forever from being an unbeliever to a believer, from Sin to Holiness and from the old life to a new life (1 John 3:9; 1 Cor. 6:11). No longer dead in trespasses, but are made alive together with Christ (Romans 6:11; Eph. 2:5). It is an initial moral change, a break from the power and love of sin (Romans 8:2).

The next stage is *Progressive sanctification*. This increases throughout life. It occurs in the process of daily spiritual renewal (Rom.12:2; 1Cor.13:5). As we grow in grace, we are gradually but steadily changing to be more like Christ (John.17:17; 2 Cor. 3:18)

The final stage is *Ultimate Sanctification* This is completed at death (for our souls) and when the Lord returns (for our bodies). Our sanctification will never be completed in this life because we continue to battle with the flesh. So, when we die as saints, our souls are finally free from the indwelling sin and are made perfect and when the Lord returns to give us our resurrection bodies, then our sanctification will be complete.

MEANS AND BENEFITS OF SANCTIFICATION
Sanctification represents a believer’s victory over the flesh (Rom.7:24-25), the world (1 John 5:4) and the devil (James 4:7). Believers are sanctified through the following:

1. God (1 Thess. 5:23).

2. The Word of God. The truth of God’s word taught, sung, preached, studied, and read is one of the surest means by which the Spirit brings about change in our lives (John 17:17).

3. Blood of Jesus (Heb. 9:13-14; 1 John 1:7, 9).

4. The Holy Spirit (1 Peter 1:2; 2 Thess. 2:13).

5. Fellowship with brethren. God brings about our change through the gifts and graces of brothers and sisters in Christ (Prov. 27:17; Heb. 10:25).

6. Suffering and struggle. Though we do not relish it, suffering and struggles work towards our growth to perfection like Christ (Heb.5:8). Difficulties prompt us to rely on God (Rom.5:3-5; Rom.8:28).

7. The Believer’s willingness and readiness to submit to God (Rom.8:13; Phil.2:12-13).

B. The benefits of sanctification are many: A sanctified believer will enjoy the ability to easily resist temptation because there is a renewed hatred for sin and inner lust. Sanctification fosters intimacy with God, increases spiritual strength and stability (Ps. 15:1-5).

It also aids ‘clean record’ for believers i.e. the enemies will not have foothold over such (John 14:30). Sanctification helps believers to be humble and submissive to God and to constituted authorities (Jam. 4:6-7).

Other benefits include: Attraction of God’s favour and man (John 7:38). Enjoyment of prayer times and increased faith for answered prayers, having right standing before God (Acts 24:16) and pure intentions of actions and words.

CONCLUSION: Sanctification is an integral part of the Christian growth, every child of God must earnestly desire it.

QUESTIONS
1. What are the stages of sanctification?
2. What will a Christian benefit from sanctification?

FURTHER READINGS: MON: Ps.15:1-5. TUE: 1Thess.5:23-24. WED: Heb.10:19-25. THUR: John 17:17-19. FRI: Eph 2:4-10. SAT: 1 Cor. 6:9-13. SUN: Romans 7:24-25

ASSIGNMENT: List with Bible references, five (5) means of sanctification.

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the prayer points are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, the divine power of God is leading me always, therefore I can not be misled by any known or unknown decrees or laws because God lives inside of me. His truth guides me always, I am shielded in His divine ability and grace and I do great exploit because He is at work in me always. Hallelujah!

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PRAYER POINTS

I worship and adore You, my Father, for in Your presence there is fullness of joy, and at Your right hand, there are pleasures forevermore.

Thank You, Father, for bringing me out of the darkness of this world, into Your marvellous light in Christ Jesus.

FATHER, in any way I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

FATHER, please, help me to work with Your timetable and leadership, in the mighty name of Jesus.

FATHER, don’t let me show myself when it’s not my time. Hide me under Your grace and continue to strengthen me in all things, in Jesus’ name

FATHER, please, fill me with wisdom and understanding of times, so I do not go ahead of time, in Jesus’ name

FATHER, help me to share this joy of knowing You with all those who You place in my path, in Jesus’ name.

FATHER, Your word says, “weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning”, please, put an end to weeping and sadness in my life, and let my joy come, now, in Jesus’ name.

FATHER, please, let me see You in glory in the hereafter, in Jesus’ name.

HOLY SPIRIT, comfort us and all the families affected all over the world. Let Your peace reign in our hearts and minds, in the name of Jesus

FATHER, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and uphold him till the end, by Your right hand of righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

FATHER, bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, 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.

Your Personal petitions.
( 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 with them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

Kindly, purchase your own hard copy or online version of the Open Heavens devotional & buy for your friends too, as a potent evangelism tool. God bless you, as you sow, into Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s book Ministry, in Jesus’ name.

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the daily declarations are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today; grace speaks in all directions for me because I serve a living God. Nothing is impossible for me, all things work together for my good, every step I take is ordered by the Prince of peace. I have joy like a river in my soul because what He said is coming to pass and what He has started He will finish it in Jesus name. Amen!. Hallelujah!

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I decree grace to excel is released over all that I do, in Jesus’ name

I decree no more worry or weariness in my life and over all my endeavours, in Jesus’ name

I decree my life is filled with faith and purpose is increased, in Jesus’ name

I decree, Lord Almighty, terminate every power set aside to uproot Your will off my life in any way in Jesus’ name

I decree my life will always be a pointer to the kingdom of God and I will never be a castaway in His kingdom, in Jesus name

I decree, concerning my family and I there is no failure or shame allowed in any aspect of our lives, in Jesus’ name

Holy one of Israel, arise over my life, and let my destiny be in line with Your purpose always, in Jesus’ name

I decree concerning this nation and nations around the world as we hearken unto the will of God there is a turnaround, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree over leaders in position of authority their heart is drawn to God and His fear increase in them, in Jesus’ name

I decree over the body of Christ worldwide the assignment to propagate heaven will be our utmost desires, in Jesus’ name

I decree, let every believer on this platform (rccgonline.org) never miss the promises of God that stands sure in our lives and our joy will never turn to sadness in Jesus’ most powerful name

I decree concerning my health, the grace of God will continue to speak for me, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree, Lord Almighty, bless your son, Pastor E.A.Adeboye; renew his strength, power and anointing, in Jesus’ name.

Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for all the testimonies on this platform, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations on this platform, in Jesus’ name

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 MEMORIZE: And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. Revelation 22:12

OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING MATTHEW 25:19-21

19. After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.

20. And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more.

21. His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Good Morning Beloved, have a blessed Sunday

DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: I confess today; grace speaks in all directions for me because I serve a living God. Nothing is impossible for me, all things work together for my good, every step I take is ordered by the Prince of peace. I have joy like a river in my soul because what He said is coming to pass and what He has started He will finish it in Jesus name. Amen!. Hallelujah!

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OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE

Man is wonderfully and fearfully made. Created in the image of God, man is a god to other forms of creation, according to Psalms 82:6, which is re-established in John 10:34.

God Almighty created man for a divine purpose and for His pleasure (Revelation 4:11). At the same time, God has prepared a reward for every man who chooses to fulfil His purpose for his life (Revelation 22:12).

In today’s Bible text, we read of the faithful servant who made good use of the talents given to him by his master and received a commendation.

Jesus Christ said in John 15:16 “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it to you.”

The Lord is encouraging someone reading this devotional today that He is taking note of your labour of love in the Church and to humanity.

Though your pastor or head of the department may not commend you, the Almighty God will reward you handsomely if you will not be weary in well-doing, according to Galatians 6:9 which says: “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

Peter asked the Lord what their reward would be, seeing that they left everything to follow Him.

Jesus answered in Mark 10:29-30 and said: “Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospels, But he shall receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life.”

Beloved, accept Jesus as your Lord and Saviour if you haven’t done so yet. After this, begin to work for Him, serve Him and His Church through soul-winning and sacrificial giving.

You will surely be commended. Recall that our memory verse says I come quickly and my reward is with me…

OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 KEY POINT

Think of a way to work for God, using your talents and resources to expand His kingdom on earth.

FROM THE TEAM: Thank you for reading today’s Open Heaven on 26 September 2021, written by  Pastor E. A. Adeboye. Please, share with someone on Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram, and other social media platforms using the social buttons at the beginning or scroll to the end of this post. Have a good day! #RemainRapturable

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OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 HYMN

STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF CHRIST MY KING

1. Standing on the promises of Christ my king,
Through 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 Savior;
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 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.

4. Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
listening every moment to the Spirit’s call,
resting in my Savior as my all in all,
standing on the promises of God.

OPEN HEAVEN 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PROVERBS 23:1-35 , PROVERBS 24:1-34

OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 MEMORIZE: Rejoice evermore. 1 Thessalonians 5:16

OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING LUKE 7:12-15

12. Now when he came nigh to the gate
of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her.

13. And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.

14. And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.

15. And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.

Good Morning Beloved, have a blessed Saturday

DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: I confess today; grace speaks in all directions for me because I serve a living God. Nothing is impossible for me, all things work together for my good, every step I take is ordered by the Prince of peace. I have joy like a river in my soul because what He said is coming to pass and what He has started He will finish it in Jesus name. Amen!. Hallelujah!

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OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 MESSAGE

One of the shortest verses of the New Testament which is also our memory verse today says Rejoice evermore. Today, we read about the command Weep Not. This command is easier read than obeyed, but then, it should still be obeyed.

A widow lost her only son and Jesus Christ commanded her not to weep! The Lord is saying to you also Don’t weep, but rather, rejoice because He will intervene in that situation that is drawing tears out of your eyes.

Weeping doesn’t solve any problem, it is merely an expression of sorrow. Weeping could be detrimental to those who indulge themselves in the habit.

Weeping blurs vision and reasoning both physically and spiritually. Weeping, particularly when God says don’t weep in such situations that appear unpleasant, is an indirect protest against Gods command, and anything that we do contrary to the command of the Lord is an act of rebellion.

The Bible assures us that Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning (Psalms 30:5). We are most blessed if we believe this Scripture. Weeping blurred Mary Magdalene’s vision on the resurrection morning to the extent that she mistook Jesus Christ for a gardener (John 20:11-15 ). Jesus tried to console her but she did not recognise Him.

“Jesus saith unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? Whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away.” “John 20:15”

An antidote to weeping is reading Gods word concerning His promises for us in the time of trouble. Another one is high praises to God who specializes in reversing the irreversible.

The Bible says that when David was distressed at Ziklag because the wives and children of he and his men had been taken away captive by raiders, he appealed to God for His consoling word.

He was not only consoled but also assured of full restoration (1 Samuel 30:1-8). Seek and speak the word of God that is applicable to your challenge in the time of trouble, then praise Him. You will surely laugh last!

OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 PRAYER POINT >> PRAYER POINTS FOR OPEN HEAVENS 25 SEPTEMBER 2021

Father, please wipe away all tears from my eyes and remove those situations that cause me to weep today, in the name of Jesus.

FROM THE TEAM: Thank you for reading today’s Open Heaven on 25 September 2021, written by  Pastor E. A. Adeboye. Please, share with someone on Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram, and other social media platforms using the social buttons at the beginning or scroll to the end of this post. Have a good day! #RemainRapturable

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OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 HYMN

NOW THANK WE ALL OUR GOD

1. Now thank we all our God,
With hearts, and hands and voices;
Who wondrous things hath done,
In Whom His world rejoices;
Who, from our mother’s arms,
Hath bless’d us on our way
With countless gifts to love
And still is ours to-day.

2. O may this bounteous God
Through all our life be near us,
With ever-joyful hearts
And blessed peace to cheer us,
And keep us in His grace
And guide us when perplexed,
And free us from all ills
In this world and the next.

3. All praise and thanks to God
The Father now be given,
The Son, and Him who reigns
With them in the highest heaven
The One, Eternal God,
Whom earth and heaven adore;
For thus it was, is now,
And shall be evermore.

OPEN HEAVEN 25 SEPTEMBER 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PROVERBS 22:1-29