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DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: I am victorious because I will never be victim of any circumstances. The name of God is the strong tower I dwell in, my life is a living testimony because an end has come to journeying in endless circle. I am moving higher, my promotion is divine and I will never be put to shame in Jesus name, Amen.

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DECLARATIONS

Holy one of Israel, take preeminence in all that I do now and forever, in the mighty name of Jesus

Lord Almighty, You are the way maker, make way for me in all aspects of my life, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I will not encounter wilderness journey in life the lord has made a way for me, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, every impediment on my path to greatness is removed, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, every delay in my journey is permanently erased, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, all confusion in my journey is put to an end, in Jesus’ name

I decree and declare, every beclouded vision causing me to walk in circles is cleared, in Jesus’ name

I decree and declare, all raging storm in my destiny an end comes to you, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, my testimonies shall start from this day, in Jesus’ name

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

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

Go ahead and celebrate Jesus for these wonderful declarations!

What A FAITHFUL FATHER!

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!

Beloved, these prayer points are spiritual 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 hell fire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

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DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: I am victorious because I will never be victim of any circumstances. The name of God is the strong tower I dwell in, my life is a living testimony because an end has come to journeying in endless circle. I am moving higher, my promotion is divine and I will never be put to shame in Jesus name, Amen.

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PRAYER POINTS

Thank You Father, for creating me in Your image and likeness; and, for Your purpose and pleasure; thank You Father, for the gift of life!

Father, I thank You for the salvation of my soul through Christ my Lord. Help me to live by His teachings to the glory of Your Holy Name.

Thank You, Father, for sending Your son, Jesus, to Calvary to save and deliver me from the bondage and guilt of sin and to give me eternal life.

Thank You, Father, for preserving my going and my coming, and for the grace to be counted among the living, today.

Thank You Father, for Your unfailing promises and covenants over my life and destiny.

Thank You, Father, for all the battles, seen and unseen, that You have fought and won on my behalf.

Thank You, Father, for where You started with me, for where I am, and for where You are taking me.

Father, in anyway I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please, give a new heart of gratitude, thanksgiving and praise; let giving thanks to You become my lifestyle, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please, help me to be sensitive to the needs of Your church, ministers of the gospel and those of the underprivileged around me; use me to meet their needs, even, before they ask, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and reward him and his entire household abundantly for all their labours of love in Your vineyard, 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. Give them the grace to keep up with this good work of Faith, 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, 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 answering our prayers and may you continue to always answer us in Jesus name (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 MEMORIZE:
But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19

OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING 2 KINGS 6:26-30

26. And as the king of Israel was passing by upon the wall, there cried a woman unto him, saying, Help, my lord, O king.

27. And he said, If the LORD do not help thee, whence shall I help thee? out of the barnfloor, or out of the winepress?

28. And the king said unto her, What aileth thee? And she answered, This woman said unto me, Give thy son, that we may eat him to day, and we will eat my son tomorrow.

29. So we boiled my son, and did eat him: and I said unto her on the next day, Give thy son, that we may eat him: and she hath hid her son.

30. And it came to pass, when the king heard the words of the woman, that he rent his clothes; and he passed by upon the wall, and the people looked, and, behold, he had sackcloth within upon his flesh.

2 KINGS 7:1-2

1. Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, Tomorrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria.

2. Then a lord on whose hand the king leaned answered the man of God, and said, Behold, if the LORD would make windows in heaven, might this thing be? And he said, Behold, thou shalt see it with thine eyes, but shalt not eat thereof.

Good Morning Beloved, have a blessed Tuesday,

DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: My labour will never be truncated by any power of darkness. I am going higher and soaring in the direction of greatness. My life is a testimony and I will never gather to mourn or bury anyone in my life on Jesus’ name, Amen.

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OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 MESSAGE

Considering the economic situation in the world today, anyone can see that divine intervention is urgently needed.

The fact that a few nations, especially in the so-called developed world seem to be comfortably fed does not mean the world at large is economically stable.

Although the household of the king may not have felt the heat of food scarcity in Samaria as keenly as the masses in our text of today, the reality of the famine was undeniable in that city.

In like manner, we cannot deny the heat of the economic crunch in the world today.

I pray that, just as the Almighty God made divine supplies available for His children in todays Bible text, so also shall He do for us in this present time, in the mighty name of Jesus.

The situation in Samaria, as seen in todays text was so bad that Elishas prophecy of abundant provision within twenty-four hours seemed too good to be true to those who did not know the power of Jehovah-Jireh.

Beloved, divine intervention defies natural laws and protocol. I pray that the Lord will intervene in every situation in your life as you read this today, in Jesus name.

One lesson we should all learn from the story in todays text is that whatever God says will happen shall surely come to pass.

2 Kings 7:16 records that: “And the people went out, and spoiled the tents of the Syrians. So a measure of fine flour was sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, according to the word of the Lord.”

One of my children told of the reality of poverty on the streets of London where some people beg for a spare penny to survive.

According to him, these beggars are not even foreigners!, This is also true of other so-called super powers including the United States, where there are thousands of homeless people.

Beloved, I can assure you that, in spite of the seeming economic affluence in some places, there is still poverty in many parts of the world.

I pray for you that the Lord who intervened in the situation of Samaria will grant you divine supplies today, in the mighty name of Jesus

OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 KEY POINT

Give your life to Jesus Christ today. If you are already born again, ask Him to turnaround every negative situation of your life today, even as He did for Samaria, in the mighty name of Jesus.

OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 HYMN

O LORD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST

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

2. Under the shadow of your throne,
your saints have dwelt secure;
sufficient is your arm alone,
and our defense is sure.

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

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

OPEN HEAVEN 10 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: JOB 41:1-34, JOB 42:1-17

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 MEMORIZE: For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee. Proverbs 23:7

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING GENESIS 2:19

And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field, and every fowl of the air; and brought them unto Adam to see what he would call them: and whatsoever Adam called every living creature, that was the name thereof.

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OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 MESSAGE

In the 1970s, the Archbishop of my town visited my Grammar School.

Students were lined up along the roads on both sides; hunters positioned themselves strategically and were shooting into the air as the Archbishop stepped out of a black car.

When I looked at his shoes, they were shiny black. I didn’t have a pair of shoes then but I said to myself, that I would grow up to become great and come back to my town to be celebrated also.

As God would have it, I became the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and visited my town.

I remember that day clearly; students were lined up along the streets, hunters were shooting into the air.

I rode in a black car and as I stepped out, my black shoes were shining. Indeed, my dream had come true.

In todays Bible reading, Adam gave each animal a name after conceiving it and God endorsed the names.

What do you think about yourself?, Where do you see yourself in 5, 10, 15 years from now?, My dear, you will become what you envision, think and say about yourself.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 KEY POINT

Spend ten minutes prophesying into your life, studies, career, and destiny today.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 HYMN

WHEN WE WALK WITH THE LORD

1. When we walk with the Lord
In the light of His Word,
What a glory He sheds on our way,
While we do His good will,
He abides with us still,
And with all who will trust and obey.

CHORUS
Trust and obey,
For there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus,
But to trust and obey.

2. Not a shadow can rise,
Not a cloud in the skies,
But His smile quickly drives it away,
Not a doubt or a fear,
Not a sigh or a tear,
Can abide while we trust and obey.

3. Not a burden we bear,
Not a sorrow we share,
But our toil He doth richly repay,
Not a grief nor a loss,
Not a frown nor a cross,
But is blest if we trust and obey.

4. But we never can prove
The delights of His love,
Until all on the altar we lay,
For the favour He shows,
And the joy He bestows,
Are for them who will trust and obey.

5. Then in fellowship sweet
We will sit at His feet,
Or we’ll walk by His side in the way,
What He says we will do,
Where He sends, we will go,
Never fear, only trust and obey.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 10 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PSALMS 88:1-18, PSALMS 89:1-52, ROMANS 10:1-21

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DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: My life is moving in the direction the lord has planned for me. His grace is forever sufficient for me therefore I will never walk in disgrace because Jesus is inside of me. No weapon formed against me shall prosper and every tongue that rise against me in judgement is condemned. Hallelujah!

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DECLARATIONS

Heavenly father, the only wise and true God I worship You

Lord Almighty, thank You for this beautiful day and grace of life, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father you are the pillar of my life make my life unbendable for the for the workers of darkness

Father, please destroy all the trap set to keep me in position of unpleasant occurrence for the rest of my life, in the mighty name of Jesus

Abba Father, destroy all hatred working against my destiny in any known or unknown territory, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father, terminate every effort set aside to trample my glory in the mud, in the mighty name of Jesus

Lord Almighty, uproot and destroy the germination of evil in and around me in Jesus’ name

Father, eliminate every plan set to keep my life in the coven of the workers of iniquity, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am hidden in the secret place of the most High and I won’t be moved, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am walking in the path of grace and divine enablement I will never be weak, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, my life will always experience the hands of God and no disgrace will step into my life, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am graced to excel in life nothing will hinder my progress in Jesus’ name

I decree and declare, my testimonies shall start from this day, in Jesus’ name

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

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

Go ahead and celebrate Jesus for these wonderful declarations!

What A FAITHFUL FATHER!

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!

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

DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: My life is moving in the direction the lord has planned for me. His grace is forever sufficient for me therefore I will never walk in disgrace because Jesus is inside of me. No weapon formed against me shall prosper and every tongue that rise against me in judgement is condemned. Hallelujah!

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DECLARATIONS

Heavenly father, the only wise and true God I worship You

Lord Almighty, thank You for this beautiful day and grace of life, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father you are the pillar of my life make my life unbendable for the for the workers of darkness

Father, please destroy all the trap set to keep me in position of unpleasant occurrence for the rest of my life, in the mighty name of Jesus

Abba Father, destroy all hatred working against my destiny in any known or unknown territory, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father, terminate every effort set aside to trample my glory in the mud, in the mighty name of Jesus

Lord Almighty, uproot and destroy the germination of evil in and around me in Jesus’ name

Father, eliminate every plan set to keep my life in the coven of the workers of iniquity, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am hidden in the secret place of the most High and I won’t be moved, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am walking in the path of grace and divine enablement I will never be weak, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, my life will always experience the hands of God and no disgrace will step into my life, in the mighty name of Jesus

I decree and declare, I am graced to excel in life nothing will hinder my progress in Jesus’ name

I decree and declare, my testimonies shall start from this day, in Jesus’ name

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

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

Go ahead and celebrate Jesus for these wonderful declarations!

What A FAITHFUL FATHER!

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!

Beloved, these prayer points are spiritual 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 hell fire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

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DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: My life is hidden in the secret place of the Most High and I abide under the shadow of the almighty. My testimony is permanent and I will never be silent because God is at work in and through me. The grace of God manifests in my life and my glory can never wane before it shines in Jesus’ name, Amen.

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PRAYER POINTS

Thank You Father, for creating me in Your image and likeness; and, for Your purpose and pleasure; thank You Father, for the gift of life!

Father, I thank You for the salvation of my soul through Christ my Lord. Help me to live by His teachings to the glory of Your Holy Name.

Thank You, Father, for sending Your son, Jesus, to Calvary to save and deliver me from the bondage and guilt of sin and to give me eternal life.

Thank You, Father, for preserving my going and my coming, and for the grace to be counted among the living, today.

Thank You Father, for Your unfailing promises and covenants over my life and destiny.

Thank You, Father, for all the battles, seen and unseen, that You have fought and won on my behalf.

Thank You, Father, for where You started with me, for where I am, and for where You are taking me.

Father, in anyway I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please, give a new heart of gratitude, thanksgiving and praise; let giving thanks to You become my lifestyle, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please, help me to be sensitive to the needs of Your church, ministers of the gospel and those of the underprivileged around me; use me to meet their needs, even, before they ask, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and reward him and his entire household abundantly for all their labours of love in Your vineyard, 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. Give them the grace to keep up with this good work of Faith, 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, 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 answering our prayers and may you continue to always answer us in Jesus name (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

RCCG HOUSE FELLOWSHIP MEMBERS’ MANUAL 8 AUGUST 2021

TOPIC: THE ROLE OF A VIRTUOUS WOMAN IN THE FAMILY

MEMORY VERSE: “A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones. Proverbs 12:4

TEXT: Proverbs 31:10-31

INTRODUCTION: Virtue is the ability to conform to life and conduct, through all known moral principles. A virtuous women is an embodiment of excellent moral character derived from the new life on Jesus Christ.

WHAT TYPE OF ROLE DOES SHE PLAY IN THE FAMILY?

a.- Faith: She demonstrates a high degree of faith in God. – Hebrews 11:1 ,6

b.- Marriage: In her marriage she is a “home builder”. – Proverbs 14:1

c.- Motherhood: She nurtures and trains the children with the love of God and disciplines them with care and wisdom. – Proverbs 31:28, 4:7-8

d.- Stewardship: She is a wise steward of the gifts that God has given her. She spends prudently. – Proverbs 31:14-18

e.- Industry: She is industrious. – Philippians 2:14, Proverbs 31:13f

f.- Beauty: She is creative. She embraces beauty and godliness. – 1 Timothy 2:9, 1 Peter 3:3-6

BIBLICAL EXAMPLES OF VIRTUOUS WOMEN:

1.- Esther: She spearheaded the battle that liberated her people from their bondage. – Esther 3 & 4.

2.- Hannah: She stoutly stood against barrenness in her family. She is also worthy of emulation in terms of redeeming vows to God. – 1 Samuel 1:21-28

3.- Ruth: She demonstrated high level of faith in God. – Ruth 1:1-22

4.- Abigail: She was able to avert the evil that would have befallen her family. – 1 Samuel 25:14-35

5.- Sarah: She epitomizes humility and respect from a wife to her husband. – 1 Peter 3:6

CONCLUSION: Every woman should strife to be a virtuous woman. Ask God to make you one today. If you are already one, pray to the Father to sustain you.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for this exposition about a virtuous woman.

2. Father, please grant all our women the grace to be one.

3. Father, we are interceding for all RCCG members. Help us to affect our generation positively.

4. Father, please help Daddy and Mummy G.O. to finish strong.

5. Personal prayer requests.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY: Proverbs 12:4 – Father, please grant our women the grace to be the crown of their husbands.

TUESDAY: Proverbs 14:1 – Father, to be a builder entails a lot of determination, perseverance and hard work. Please strengthen our women to be HOME BUILDERS.

WEDNESDAY: Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:4 – Father, please release unto all women the grace to nurture our children in a godly way.

THURSDAY: 1 Corinthians 13:13 – Father, please help our women to serve their husbands, family and others around them with love and kindness.

FRIDAY: 1 Timothy 6:10 – Father, please do not let the love of money be the bane for our women.

SATURDAY: Philippians 2:14 – Father, please do not allow the spirit of murmuring enter the lives of our women.

SUNDAY: Titus 2:5 – Father, please let the words in this Titus text be the lot of our women.

RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT’S MANUAL 8 AUGUST 2021

TOPIC: THERE IS NO PURGATORY

MEMORY VERSE: “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgement”. Hebrews 9:27

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

INTRODUCTION
Some church denominations believe that all who die in God’s grace and friendship but still imperfectly purified are indeed assured of their eternal salvation but will undergo the process of purification which they call purgatory, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven.

According to them, Purgatory is also a place or condition of temporal punishment for those who, departing this life in God’s grace, are not entirely free from forgivable faults, or have not fully paid the price due to their transgressions. Is this doctrine of purgatory in agreement with the bible? Absolutely not!

LESSON OUTLINES
1.WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT PURGATORY?
2.DEBUNKING THE WRONG CONCEPT

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT PURGATORY?

The doctrine of purgatory was falsely formulated by reference to biblical verses that speak of purifying fire (1Corinthians3:15 and 1Pet.1:7) and to the mention by Jesus of ‘forgiveness in the age to come’ (Matthew 12:32).

The analogy made in 1Corinthians 3:11-15 affects only believers that have made it to heaven and are awaiting their rewards at the judgement seat of Christ. Sinners or unbelievers are not included here, they go straight to hell.

The eternal destination of everyone is determined instantly after death (2Corinthians 5:6-8).

Apostle Paul wrote that believers are “builders” whose quality of works, on the foundation of Christ, shall be tested “by fire” on the day of Judgement (2Corinthians5:10) 1 Corinthians 3:11-15 does not say that believers pass through the fire for cleansing. Rather, it is the believer’s works that will pass through the fire.

Fire, in this context, is symbolic of the test of motive or objectivity behind the believer’s works. The statement made by Jesus”… it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world , neither in this world, neither in the world to come” (Matthew 12:32)was a proverbial expression among the Jews for a thing that will never be done.

This scripture does not paint a picture of a chance of forgiveness of sins after death. God’s wrath shall overtake any sinner who refuses to genuinely repent before death (Psalm 9:17; Matthew 13:49-50). Hence, it is baseless to pray to God for the forgiveness of sins on behalf of the dead.

DEBUNKING THE WRONG CONCEPT
Purgatory, like many other heretical beliefs, is based on a misunderstanding of the nature of Christ’s sacrifice. The proponents of purgatory fail to understand that Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice was absolutely and perfectly sufficient (Hebrews 7:27).

They view meritorious works as contributing to salvation due to a failure to recognize that Jesus’ sacrificial payment has no need of additional “contribution” (Ephesians 2:8-9). Similarly, Purgatory is understood by them as a place of cleansing in preparation for heaven because they do not recognise that because of Jesus’ sacrifice, we are already cleansed (1 John 1:7-9).

They also base their teaching on the practice of praying for the dead because they fail to recognise that Jesus’ death was sufficient to pay the penalty for ALL of our sins. Jesus, who was God incarnate (John 1:1, 14), paid an infinite price for our sins. Jesus died for our sins (1Corinthians 15:3).

Jesus is the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 John 2:2; Romans 5:8, Isaiah 53:5). The idea that we have to suffer for our sins after death is contrary to everything the Bible says about salvation.

CONCLUSION: There is no basis for purgatory in the bible. Therefore, make your ways right before you die.

QUESTIONS:
1. What does the bible say about purgatory?
2. Is the concept of purgatory spiritually correct? Explain

ASSIGNMENT: Find reasons why people believe false and heretic teachings.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 MEMORIZE: Be not deceived: God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Galatiansans 6:7

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING ACTS 9:36-40

36. Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.

37. And it came to pass in those days, that she was sick, and died: whom when they had washed, they laid her in an upper chamber.

38. And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them.

39. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them.

4O. But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.

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OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 MESSAGE

The world needs more young people who will be ready to do good things and show acts of kindness.

Dorcas had a ministry of giving to the widows. She made clothes for them to cover their nakedness.

One day, she became sick and died but the people persuaded Peter to pray for her to come back to life; they weren’t ready to lose their benefactor.

Today, many young people are struggling to be seen on the pulpit. They do all kinds of things to get invited to certain events because they seek recognition.

Rather than seek fame, be like Dorcas who didn’t seek fame but was famous because she had impact on the people in her immediate environment.

It is not enough to be called a Christian, you need to do charity in your own little way. Give willingly to those you perceive lack around you.

You may give cash or clothing items, you can share your knowledge with the weak students in your class.

No help is little. Charity begins from home they say, so, let those around you benefit good things from you.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 KEY POINT

Visit an orphanage or needy person this month and take something along.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 HYMN

I’VE FOUND A FRIEND IN JESUS

1. I’ve found a friend in Jesus,
He’s everything to me,
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul;
The Lily of the Valley, in Him alone I see
All I need to cleanse and make me fully whole.
In sorrow He’s my comfort,
In trouble He’s my stay;
He tells me every care on Him to roll.
He’s the Lily of the Valley,
the Bright and Morning Star,
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul.

2. He all my griefs has taken,
and all my sorrows borne;
In temptation He’s my strong and mighty tow’r;
I’ve all for Him forsaken,
and all my idols torn
From my heart and now
He keeps me by His pow’r.
Though all the world forsake me,
and Satan tempt me sore,
Through Jesus I shall safely reach the goal.

3. He’ll never, never leave me,
nor yet forsake me here,
While I live by faith and do His blessed will;
A wall of fire about me,
I’ve nothing now to fear,
From His manna
He my hungry soul shall fill.
Then sweeping up to glory to see
His blessed face,
Where rivers of delight shall ever roll.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 9 AUGUST 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PSALMS 85:1-13, PSALMS 86:1-17, PSALMS 87:1-7, ROMANS 9:1-33