LESSON FOUR (04)

TOPIC: “QADASH”

*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?

BIBLE PASSAGE: John 17:17-19

[17]Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.

 

[18]As You sent Me into the world, I also have sent them into the world.

[19]And for their sakes I sanctify Myself, that they also may be sanctified by the truth. Jesus Prays for All Believers

MEMORY VERSE: “To the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all who in every place call on the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours.” 1 Corinthians 1:2 (NKJV).

INTRODUCTION: “Qadash” is a Hebrew word that is translated as “sanctified.” In the Old Testament, sanctification frequently denotes the ceremonial or ritual consecration of any person or thing to God. Thus, the Hebrews, as a people, were holy unto the Lord, through the covenant with its rites and atoning sacrifices (Exodus 31:13). In the New Testament, sanctification is the second work of grace after salvation that every believer must experience. Hence, every believer is called to a wholly sanctified life.

OUTLINES:

1. SANCTIFICATION- CONCEPT AND PROCESS

2. PRACTICES OF A SANCTIFIED LIFE

1. SANCTIFICATION- CONCEPT AND PROCESS

To sanctify means to make holy or set apart for God (Exodus 29:44). Sanctification is making truly and perfectly what was defiled and sinful (Colossians 2:13). It is a progressive work of divine grace upon the soul justified by the love of Christ (Romans 3:24). It is the advanced work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer from the moment of salvation to perfection (1Corinthians 6:11). It is gradual cleansing from the corrupt nature to a spotless nature (John 15:3; Jude 24). Every Christian should be holy as God is holy (1 Peter 1:15-16).

Sanctification and truth are inseparable. Those who love to be sanctified must love the truth which is the word of God (John 17:17). The Holy Spirit does the work of sanctification through God’s word (2 Thessalonians 2:13). The blood of Jesus cleanses the believer from all sin (1John 1:7). In addition, faith in the Lord Jesus is an important ingredient in the work of sanctification (Galatians 2:20).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention other ways they could sanctify themselves from this corrupt world.

2..PRACTICES OF A SANCTIFIED LIFE

Here are some of the notable practices of a sanctified life:

1.They live holy (Leviticus 11:44).

2.They are bonded to Christ (Romans 8:35).

3.They walk straight and are transparent in their dealings (Psalm 15:2).

4.They live by the standard of God’s word (Psalm 119:11).

5.They have direct access to God (Psalm 15:1).

6.They are filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18).

7.They have overflowing joy (Psalm 64:10).

8.They are peaceful (1 Peter 3:11, Hebrews 12:14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should mention other forms of practices of a sanctified life.

CONCLUSION: Believers must live a sanctified life, to have continuous fellowship with God both here on earth and in eternity.

QUESTIONS:

* Mention four practices and processes of sanctification.

* . Mention three practices and benefits of sanctification.

FURTHER READINGS: SUN: Eph.5:26. MON: Eph.1:7. TUES: Col.1:9. WED: Lev.19:2. THURS: Phili.2:3. FRI: Gal.1:4. SAT: Ps.34:14.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) factors that can make sanctification difficult in this world (2X5=10 Marks).

We start these prayers and declarations in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The grace to keep improving rests upon us all, in the mighty name of Jesus

Daily Confession: I confess today that In Jesus’ name, I confess that my life is a testimony of honor and obedience to God Almighty and my parents, bringing glory to God’s name. Hallelujah!

Open Heaven For Teens 22 September 2023

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Prayer Points:

Father, reject any music that promotes immorality, lukewarmness, or affliction in my life , in Jesus’ name. (1 Thessalonians 5:22)

Father, please help to stand firm in my faith despite the subtle strategies of the enemy through music, in the mighty name of Jesus. (Ephesians 6:13)

Father, please raise up a generation of teenagers who are committed to composing and singing songs that glorify You and shame the devil, in Jesus’ name. (Romans 6:13)

Father, please reveal to teenagers the power and impact of worshiping You with hymns and songs inspired by the Holy Spirit, in the precious name of Jesus. (John 4:23-24)

Father, please help teenagers and their families to establish a constant walk with You, in Jesus’ name. (Colossians 2:6-7)

Father, I ask for Your provision and divine protection over my life and household, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father, thank You for the gift of Daddy E. A. Adeboye and Mummy to us, grant them their heart desires and deliver them from all evil, in the mighty name of Jesus

Declarations:

I decree and declare that I am discerning and wise in choosing the music I listen to, ensuring that it aligns with God’s Word and promotes righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that the victory of Christ over the world is my victory, and I am empowered to resist any subtle strategies of the enemy through music, in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I am part of a generation of teenagers who use their musical talents to glorify God and shame the devil, serving as instruments of righteousness in the world, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that I experience the transformative power of worshiping God with hymns and songs inspired by the Holy Spirit, and I contribute to a revival of true worship among teenagers, in the precious name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that my walk with God is constant and filled with spiritual encounters that deepen my faith and keep me firmly rooted in righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: Children, obey your parents the Lord: this is right. Honor thy father and mother: which is the first commandment with promise: That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Ephesians 6:1-3

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING ACTS 16:25-34

[25]And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.

[26]And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed.

[27]And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled.

[28]But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here.

[29]Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas,

[30]And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved?

[31]And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.

[32]And they spake unto him the word of the Lord, and to all that were in his house.

[33]And he took them the same hour of the night, and washed their stripes; and was baptized, he and all his, straightway.

[34]And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

In different Scriptures, the Bible has established that Christianity requires a constant walk with God and this walk is laced with certain spiritual encounters to examine our faith.

Jesus encouraged us that He has overcome the world, despite the many challenges that might come our way, however, many Christians still become defeated by the enemy who now uses music as a subtle strategy to derail God’s children from the path of righteousness.

God built musical instruments into lucifer’s body at his creation (Ezekiel 28:13) and made him the choir master in Heaven.

After lucifer was expelled into hell because of his pride, he started using music as a weapon to get more souls into his kingdom.

He knows that the more you sing praises to God, the more you please God. So, he gives lyrics to his agents to pollute the society.

The more people sing his songs, the more he quietly infiltrates the environment with evil.

Ungodly songs promote immorality, lukewarmness, affliction, et cetera.

As God’s child, you must make a conscious effort to compose and sing only songs that glorify God and shame the devil.

Sing hymns and songs inspired by the Holy Spirit in worship to God.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 ACTION POINT

Irritate the devil today by downloading only gospel music on your phone and singing praises to God.

 

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 10 – PRAISE, MY SOUL, THE KING OF HEAVEN

1. Praise, my soul, the King of heaven;
To His feet your tribute bring.
Ransom’d, heal’d, restor’d, forgiven,
Who like thee His praises should sing?
Praise Him! Praise Him!
Praise the everlasting King!

2. Praise Him for His grace and favor
To our fathers in distress.
Praise Him, still the same as ever,
Slow to chide, and swift to bless.
Praise Him! Praise Him!
Glorious in His faithfulness!

3. Father-like He tends and spares us; Well our feeble frame He knows.
In His hands He gently bears us,
Rescues us from all our foes.
Praise Him! Praise Him!
Widely yet His mercy flows!

4. Angels, help us to adore Him; Ye behold Him face to face.
Sun and moon, bow down before Him,
Dwellers all in time and space.
Praise Him! Praise Him!
Praise with us the God of grace!

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: MICAH 1-4

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. Mark 11:23

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING MARK 11:20-24

20 And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots.

21 And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.

22 And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.

23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

Provided you don’t doubt, whatever you decree as a child of God, you will get.

In Job 22:21-28, it is written that if you obey God and do His will, you will decree a thing, and it shall be established.

Do you know that you can make a decree to your body and it will obey? The first time I went to Zambia to establish a parish of the RCCG, the food I ate upset my stomach.

I think I had gone to the toilet 23 times that night before I remembered that, according to the Bible, “I shall lay hands on the sick and they shall recover”.

I was the sick one, and there was no one there to lay hands on me, so I laid my hands on my head, spoke to my stomach, and the problem ceased.

The God I serve is the same God you serve, the Bible I read is the same Bible you read and the Holy Spirit in me is the same Holy Spirit in you.

Therefore, you can also get the same results.

Romans 8:17 says we are heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ; that means we have access to the wealth of God. God is so wealthy that He owns all the gold and silver in the world (Haggai 2:8).

How can you have access to such wealth and still be living in poverty? You must decree that wealth comes to you. What you say with your mouth is what God will work with (Numbers 14:28).

When I came into full-time ministry, many friends thought I was mad. They wondered how an acting HOD of a Mathematics Department would resign to become the General Overseer of a poor Church.

Whenever I had financial problems, I would keep saying, “God is working overtime taking care of me”.

Some people around me then tried to caution me, saying no one would want to help me financially if I kept saying such things, but I never relented.

I wasn’t bothered because I was not relying on man for help and I often made this clear to anyone who cared to listen. Look how far He has brought me now.

I put all my faith in God, and declared my way into the wealth that God had already prepared for me.

You can do so too. Stop saying you are broke. Stop saying things are hard.

Remember that, as God lives, it is what He hears you say that He will do to you (Numbers 14:28), so use your mouth to bring what you want into your life.

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 ACTION POINT

Begin to declare the things you want to see in your life and make it a lifestyle from now on.

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

BE GLAD IN THE LORD AND REJOICE

1. Be glad in the Lord and rejoice,
All ye that are upright in heart;
And ye that have made Him your choice,
Bid sadness and sorrow depart.

CHORUS
Rejoice! Rejoice!..
Be glad in the Lord and Rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice!.
Be glad in the Lord and Rejoice!

2. Be joyful for He is the Lord,
On earth and in heaven supreme;
He fashions and rules by His words;
The “Mighty” and “Strong” to redeem.

3. What tho’ in the conflict for right
Your enemies almost prevail!
God’s armies, just hid from your sight,
Are more than the foes which assail.

4. Thơ’ darkness Surround you by day,
Your sky by the night be o’er cast,
Let nothing your spirit dismay.
But trust till the danger is past.

5. Be glad in the Lord and rejoice,
His praises proclaiming in song:
With harp, and with organ, and voice,
The loud hallelujahs prolong!

OPEN HEAVEN 24 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: NAHUM 1-3

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

We start these prayers and declarations in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The grace to keep improving rests upon us all, in the mighty name of Jesus

Daily Confession: I confess today that In Jesus’ name, I confess that my life is a testimony of honor and obedience to my parents, bringing glory to God’s name. Hallelujah!

Open Heaven For Teens 21 September 2023

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Prayer Points:

Father, I thank You for the gift of my parents. Please give them wisdom to guide me in Your ways, in Jesus’ name.

Father, help me to be a cooperative and obedient child to my parents, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please reveal Yourself to my parents and lead them back to Your ways, in Jesus’ name.

Father, protect my family from any form of punishment that may result from neglecting to train children in Your ways, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please let my life be a shining example of a child who honors and obeys their parents, in Jesus’ name.

Father, I ask for Your provision and divine protection over my life and household, in the mighty name of Jesus

Father, thank You for the gift of Daddy E. A. Adeboye and Mummy to us, grant them their heart desires and deliver them from all evil, in the mighty name of Jesus

Declarations:

I decree and declare that God owns all children, and He has placed me under the care of my parents for my upbringing, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that my parents are wise and capable of guiding me in the way of the Lord, and I will cooperate with them, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that the Holy Spirit reveals Himself to my parents, leading them to repentance and alignment with God’s plan,in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that my family is protected from any consequences of neglecting to train children in God’s ways, in Jesus’ name.

I decree and declare that my life is a testimony of honor and obedience to my parents, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: Children, obey your parents the Lord: this is right. Honor thy father and mother: which is the first commandment with promise: That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Ephesians 6:1-3

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING PSALMS 127:3-5

[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.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

Today’s Bible reading establishes one fundamental truth that families must accept: God owns all children, and He has handed them over to their parents who are their guardians and caretakers on earth.

If you have Christian parents, you should be grateful to God because they will likely groom you in the way of the Lord until you fulfill your glorious destiny.

However, let me say that not all Christian parents train their children according to God’s plan.

Some are passive about their children’s bad behavior, and this will later bring God’s punishment on them like with Prophet Eli, who refused to scold and punish his children for their wrong deeds (1 Samuel 2:27-32).

Beloved, if your parents are truly leading you right, please cooperate with them so that your future can be bright.

However, if your parents are doing otherwise, pray that the Holy Spirit will reveal Himself unto them and call them back to repentance.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 PRAYER POINT

Father, please help my parents to lead me in the path of righteousness and help me to obey You through them.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 2 – GOD GIVE US CHRISTIAN HOMES

1. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the Bible is loved and taught
Homes where the master’s will is sought
Homes crowned with beauty
Thy love hath wrought
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes.

2. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the father is true and strong
Homes that are free from the blight of wrong
Homes that are joyous with love and song
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes.

3. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the mother in queenly quest
Strives to show others Thy way is best
Homes where the Lord is an honoured guest.
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes.

4. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the Children are led to know
Christ in His beauty who loves them so
Homes where the altar fire burn and glow
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: JONAH 1-4

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. Job 22:28

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING 2 CORINTHIANS 10:3-6

3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:

4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)

5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;

6 And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

Following the discussion we began yesterday, it is not only witches, wizards and witch doctors who can try to hinder a person’s destiny; sicknesses can also.

Many people remain sick because they are tolerating sickness. You must rebuke sickness in your body.

Hosea 4:6 says, “My people perish for lack of knowledge’. Now that you know the truth, you can tell sickness, “How dare you attack me, a child of the Original Physician? My Daddy says in Exodus 15:26 that He is the Lord that healeth me, so I am healed in Jesus’ name”.

When you know who you are in Christ, it affects how you behave. If you are the son of a messenger, you would talk differently from the child of the President.

Your Father is not just the President – He is the President of all the presidents in the whole world (Psalm 24:7-10).

He is the One about whom Philippians 2:9-11 says that, at His name, every knee bows. It is unfortunate that many Christians have the name but don’t use it.

You must rebuke demons. Tell them, “How dare you fool around with me. I am the child of the Lord of hosts”. If you do that, you will get every demon out of your household today.

The Bible made it clear that if you are truly a child of the living God, you shouldn’t even fail.

Philippians 4:13 says you can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens you.

You can rebuke the devil Himself. James 4:7 says if you submit yourself to God, you will resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

When you know who you really are in Christ, your confidence shows in how you pray. For example,

if someone is in the bathroom and you knock at the door, the way the fellow inside answers would tell you whether it is the messenger in the house or the landlord that is in there.

While they could both say the same thing, the confidence level in their respective voices would differ.

You must speak to the devil as someone who knows that you have the greater One inside of you (1 John 4:4) and he will flee from you.

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 PRAYER POINT

I decree today: Sickness, demons and every other agent of the devil, take your dirty hands away from my life, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 25: THE GREAT PHYSICIAN NOW IS HERE

1 The Great Physician now is near,
The sympathizing Jesus;
He speaks the drooping heart to cheer,
Oh, hear the voice of Jesus!

Sweetest note in seraph song;
Sweetest name on mortal tongue;
Sweetest carol ever sung:
Jesus, blessed Jesus!

2 Your many sins are all forgiv’n,
Oh, hear the voice of Jesus;
The veil ’twixt you and God is riven,
Redemption wrought by Jesus.

3 All glory to the dying Lamb!
I now believe in Jesus;
I love the blessed Savior’s name,
I love the name of Jesus.

4 His name dispels my guilt and fear,
No other name but Jesus;
Oh, how my soul delights to hear
The precious name of Jesus!

OPEN HEAVEN 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: MICAH 5-7

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING ACTS 13:6-12

6 And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Barjesus:

7 Which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.

8 But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith.

9 Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him.

10 And said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?

11 And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season. And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness; and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.

12 Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

In John 14:12, Jesus Christ said, “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father”.

In Mark 4:35-41, when a storm arose on the sea while Jesus was sleeping in the boat, the first thing He did was to rebuke the wind.

The passage above therefore means that you will do even greater rebuking of storms.

Our Lord Jesus Christ is the Lamb of God, but He is also the Lion of Judah.

It is true that you should be as gentle as a dove, but not when dealing with a snake.

He was gentle, but when He got into the temple and saw what should not be there, He overturned tables and drove out the traders.

That certainly wasn’t gentle! You also are the temple of the Most High God.

When you see someone trying to hinder you from fulfilling your purpose, you must not handle them gently; you must rebuke them.

Isaiah 54:17 says it is your heritage for any tongue raised against you to be condemned. In other words, it is your heritage to rebuke anything trying to hinder your destiny.

You cannot be gentle with them; you must rebuke them so that they don’t destroy you.

Many years ago, a son of mine was living in a building where a witch doctor also lived.

The man often complained that my son’s prayers were disturbing him so, I told him to cast the witch doctor out, but he said, “No Daddy, we are both tenants in the same building; we can live with each other”. I said, “Okay”.

The next time I saw my son, he looked very unhealthy. He said the witch doctor got some of his customers, who were police officers, to arrest him because his prayers were disturbing him.

The police locked him up for days, and the mosquitoes in the cell dealt with him. I then asked him, “Are you now ready to send that wicked fellow out?” He agreed; we prayed and the man moved out of the house.

Will you let the devil hinder your destiny?

 

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 PRAYER POINT

Father, paralyse every agent of darkness that tries to hinder me from fulfilling my purpose now, in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 14 – STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF GOD

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

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

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

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

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

OPEN HEAVEN 22 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: MICAH 1-4

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them. Deuteronomy 33:27

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING 1 SAMUEL 2:6-9

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.

Calvary greetings Beloved!

Be a vessel of evangelism and share these life-changing messages, prayers, and declarations with the precious people around you. 

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

God’s arms are everlasting (Deuteronomy 33:27), so when He begins to lift you, no one can bring you down.

When human beings promote you, they never want to put you on the same level as themselves.

In Genesis 39:1-5, Potiphar promoted Joseph and put him in charge of everything in his house, but he was still a slave.

And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was upon him, and gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle. (1 Samuel 18:4)

Jonathan gave David many gifts because he loved him but did not give him his shoes.

In those days, no matter how much you give to a man, you can collect those things back if you don’t give him your shoes (Ruth 4:7-8). Also, servants never wore shoes.

Thus, Jonathan was telling him, “I love you greatly, but don’t forget that I am a prince and you are an ordinary citizen in this kingdom”.

Another thing you can learn from the story of Joseph is that if human beings promote you, they can also bring you down.

It is the same Potiphar who made Joseph the head of all his slaves who later threw him in prison. Those shouting ‘Hosanna’ today may shout ‘Crucify him’ tomorrow.

When God decided to promote Joseph, He brought him to a level so high that even Potiphar — his former slave master, had to bow before him.

The Most High will promote you and very soon, all those who have been oppressing you will bow before you, in Jesus’ name.

The Almighty God took David – who was a shepherd boy, made him a king, and kept on promoting him until he became the father of the King of kings (Revelation 22:16).

This is a classic example of God lifting a fellow with His everlasting arms.

Do you know that if God decides to promote you, even after you are dead, the promotion continues? God however, will not lift the proud in His everlasting arms.

You must surrender your life totally to Jesus and humble yourself before Him if you want Him to promote you (1 Peter 5:6).

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 KEY POINT: Prayer Points For Open Heavens 20 September 2023

Be humble so that God can promote you with His everlasting arms.

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 10: IN CHRIST ALONE

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

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

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

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

OPEN HEAVEN 20 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: OBADIAH 1

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 MEMORIZE: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. Exodus 20:12

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING EPHESIANS 6:1-3

[1]Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.

[2]Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)

[3]That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.

Daily Confession: I confess today that that I am grateful for the gift of life and committed to understanding the secrets of longevity hidden in God’s Word, positioning myself to live a life of purpose and fulfillment, in Jesus’ name, in the mighty name of Jesus.

Open Heaven 19 September 2023

Open Heaven 20 September 2023

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 MESSAGE

Most people want to live long no matter their present situation. They hope for a better life as they wake up each day.

It’s unfortunate however, that many of them have not discovered the secret of long life, which is hidden in the word of God.

The commandment given by God to the children of Israel and which was repeated by Apostle Paul in today’s text is one that is disobeyed by many young people, and this has brought grave consequences to some of them.

Due to civilization and technological advancements going on today, some children have become rebellious towards their parents.

They refuse to take corrections when scolded, they shout back at their parents in reaction to punishments or rebuke, and they sometimes move out of the home to gain their freedom, not knowing that this is a bondage in disguise.

Dear child, Proverbs 29:1 says: “He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.” I pray that your destiny will never be cut short in Jesus’ name.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 KEY POINT

The way of disobedience seems right but the end leads to destruction.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 HYMN

HYMN 21 – I WANT TO BE LIKE JESUS

1. I want to be like Jesus,
So lowly and so meek;
For no one mark’d an angry word,
That ever heard Him speak,

2. I want to be like Jesus,
So frequently in prayer;
Alone upon the mountain top,
He met his Father there.

3. I want to be like Jesus,
I never, never find
That He, though persecuted was
To anyone unkind.

4. I want to be like Jesus,
Engaged in doing good;
So that of me it may be said
“He hath done what he could.”

5. I want to be like Jesus,
Who sweetly said to all,
“Let little children come to Me;”
I would obey the call.

6. But oh I’m not like Jesus,
As anyone may see;
O gentle Saviour, send Thy grace,
And make me like to Thee

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 19 SEPTEMBER 2023 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: Amos 5-9

AUTHORS: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE
PASTOR MRS FOLU ADEBOYE