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Objective Questions

1. According to Proverbs 1:8-9, what will the instruction of a father and the law of a mother be to a child?
A. They will be a burden and a heavy yoke.
B. They will be an ornament of grace unto the head, and chains about the neck.
C. They will be a source of shame and reproach.
D. They will be forgotten as the child grows older.

2. In 1 Peter 5:5-9, what is the instruction to the younger regarding submission?
A. The younger should rule over the elder.
B. The younger should submit themselves unto the elder and be clothed with humility.
C. The younger should ignore the advice of the elder and follow their own wisdom.
D. The younger should only submit to God, not to any human authority.

3. According to the prayer points provided, what should youths be taught regarding their time, gifts, and positions?
A. To use them for their own glory and advancement.
B. To honour God with them, seeing that every good gift comes from Him.
C. To hide them so that they are not envied by others.
D. To prioritize making money over serving God.

4. What does 1 Peter 5:8 warn youths about regarding the devil?
A. The devil is a defeated foe who has no power over believers.
B. The devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about seeking whom he may devour.
C. The devil only attacks unbelievers, not Christians.
D. The devil is afraid of young people and stays away from them.

5. According to the prayers for youths, what is requested for backslidden Christian youths?
A. That they should be punished for their rebellion.
B. That they should be left alone to find their way back.
C. That they should hear the voice of the Good Shepherd again and return home.
D. That they should be replaced with more faithful youths.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: FRIDAY JUNE 12TH 2026


THEME: PRAYERS FOR YOUTHS


MEMORISE: My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.
Proverbs 1:8-9


READ: 1 Peter 5:5-9
5 Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

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

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

9 Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.


Prayers
1. Father, I thank You for the youths around me. Thank You for making them strong, creative, and innovative. I am grateful for Your abundant grace towards them.

2. Father, please open the eyes of our youths' understanding. Cause them to know the hope of their calling and Your great power that is at work in their lives, in Jesus' name.

3. Lord, please keep the youths on the right path. Guide them with Your eyes and keep them from taking wrong turns and making wrong decisions, in Jesus' name.

4. Father, please teach the youths to watch their mouths and guard their hearts. May they not ensnare themselves with the thoughts of their hearts and the words of their mouths in any way, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, please teach the youths to honour You with their time, gifts, and positions. Help them see that every good and perfect gift they possess comes from You, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, please teach the youths how to trust completely in You. Teach them not to lean on their own understanding but acknowledge You in all their ways, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, please bless the youths with good success. Hear their cries for help and meet them at the point of their needs, in Jesus' name.

8. Father, please open great doors of opportunities for the youths, and help them to be adequately prepared when they come, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, please let the mind that was in Christ Jesus be in all our youths and flood their paths with light, in Jesus' name.

10. Lord, please cause every backslidden Christian youth to hear the voice of the Good Shepherd again and return home. Draw them back to You with Your lovingkindness and mercy, in Jesus' name.

11. Father, please strengthen the youths so they can withstand the devil's temptations. May they not be entangled in the devil's web of addictions and immorality, in Jesus' name.

12. Your personal prayer points for the youths.


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 38-42


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 22: SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER
1. Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
that calls me from a world of care,
and bids me at my Father's throne
make all my wants and wishes known.
In seasons of distress and grief,
my soul has often found relief,
and oft escaped the tempter's snare
by thy return, sweet hour of prayer!

2. Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
the joys I feel, the bliss I share
of those whose anxious spirits burn
with strong desires for thy return!
With such I hasten to the place
where God my Savior shows his face,
and gladly take my station there,
and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

3. Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
thy wings shall my petition bear
to him whose truth and faithfulness
engage the waiting soul to bless.
And since he bids me seek his face,
believe his word, and trust his grace,
I'll cast on him my every care,
and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

Correct Answers

1. B
2. B
3. B
4. B
5. C

Objective Questions

1. According to Matthew 16:23, what did Jesus say to Peter after Peter rebuked Him about His impending death?
A. Get thee behind me, faithful servant.
B. Get thee behind me, Satan.
C. Get thee behind me, beloved disciple.
D. Get thee behind me, rock of the church.

2. In 1 Samuel 17:28, what accusation did Eliab make against his younger brother David?
A. He accused David of stealing sheep from their father.
B. He accused David of pride and the naughtiness of his heart.
C. He accused David of disobeying their father's instructions.
D. He accused David of cowardice for not fighting Goliath.

3. In the author's testimony about the helicopter incident, what happened that made it difficult for the helicopter to take off?
A. The weather was too stormy for safe flight.
B. A crowd of people who loved him gathered around and clung to the helicopter.
C. The helicopter ran out of fuel unexpectedly.
D. The pilot refused to fly due to bad roads.

4. What was Peter's immediate reaction when Jesus told His disciples that He would suffer, be killed, and rise again (Matthew 16:21-22)?
A. He said, "Lord, I will never leave you."
B. He rebuked Jesus, saying, "Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee."
C. He asked Jesus to take him along to death.
D. He fell asleep and said nothing.

5. What does the devotional advise believers to do when the actions of loved ones appear to hinder God's will for their lives?
A. Completely cut off all ties with those loved ones.
B. Obey them without question because love requires submission.
C. Discern the situation and refuse to allow their words or actions to prevent doing God's will.
D. Pray that God changes His will to accommodate their concerns.

Prayer Points on "LOVE SHOULD NOT HINDER GOD'S WILL"

1. Father, I thank You for the love of family and friends that You have placed around me. Thank You for their care, even when their actions may unintentionally hinder Your purpose for my life, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have allowed the well-meaning words or actions of loved ones to derail me from Your perfect will, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, give me the spirit of discernment to recognize when those who love me are speaking not from Your heart but from human concern. Let me not be deceived by good intentions that lead away from Your plan, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, like David who did not let Eliab's rebuke stop him from facing Goliath, give me the courage to stand firm in Your assignment even when loved ones oppose me, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, I pray for everyone whose destiny is being limited by the overprotective or misguided love of family members. Set them free and give them boldness to follow Your leading, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, help me to love my family and friends without allowing their opinions to become a stumbling block to Your will. Let my love for You always take first place, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, deliver me from the spirit of derailment, who means well but goes contrary to your will. Let me savour the things of God, not the things of men, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, I pray for every believer who is facing opposition from loved ones in matters of ministry, calling, or divine direction. Give them grace to obey You rather than man, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, help me to always remember that those who love me may not fully understand Your plan for my life. Let me seek Your approval above all, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention any specific situation where a loved one's advice or action is conflicting with what you believe God is saying to you, and ask for clarity and courage).

11. Thank You, Father, for hearing my prayer. I trust that You will guide me through every conflicting voice and lead me safely into Your perfect will, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: THURSDAY JUNE 11TH 2026


THEME: LOVE SHOULD NOT HINDER GOD'S WILL


MEMORISE: But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men.
Matthew 16:23


READ: 1 Samuel 17:26-31
26 And David spake to the men that stood by him, saying, What shall be done to the man that killeth this Philistine, and taketh away the reproach from Israel? for who is this uncircumcised Philistine, that he should defy the armies of the living God?

27 And the people answered him after this manner, saying, So shall it be done to the man that killeth him.

28 And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unto the men; and Eliab's anger was kindled against David, and he said, Why camest thou down hither? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness? I know thy pride, and the naughtiness of thine heart; for thou art come down that thou mightest see the battle.

29 And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?

30 And he turned from him toward another, and spake after the same manner: and the people answered him again after the former manner.

31 And when the words were heard which David spake, they rehearsed them before Saul: and he sent for him.


MESSAGE
In December 2018, I went for the RCCGs annual Let's- Go-A-Fishing evangelism programme, as I usually do. The roads were bad, but I didn't let that bother me because I was already used to travelling on bad roads. However, the roads were so bad that year that by the third day of the programme, my body broke down completely, and I had to spend Christmas Day in bed. When it was time to return to Redemption City, I was so weak physically that I couldn't go by road. Therefore, arrangements were made for a helicopter to transport me. When the helicopter arrived, a crowd of people gathered around it, making it difficult for me to get on board. My protocol team managed to get me on board the helicopter; however, the crowd made it impossible for it to take off. They clung to the helicopter, and the situation became so charged that one of its windows broke. To God's glory, I survived that encounter and returned home safely.

Sometimes, people who love you may think that they are acting in your best interests; however, their actions might be causing more harm to you than good. The people who gathered around the helicopter, as I narrated above, didn't do so because they wanted to hurt me. They gathered because they love me, but they didn't know that their actions might have seriously harmed me.

In today's Bible reading, Eliab was trying to protect David as every big brother would do. His younger brother had no combat training whatsoever, yet he was determined to challenge a seasoned warrior. If you were in Eliab's shoes, you would also have done everything possible to prevent David from facing Goliath. However, even though he had good intentions, his actions might have prevented David from fulfilling his destiny.

Beloved, you must be careful to know when your loved ones are acting in a manner that would limit you from fulfilling God's plan for your life. In Matthew 16:21-23, Peter, who had just declared that Jesus is the Son of God, started to rebuke the Master because He began to talk about His impending death. He obviously loved Jesus, yet he almost became a stumbling block to the Lord fulfilling His earthly assignment. I pray that God will help you discern whenever your loved ones' actions are hindering His will for your life. May He give you the courage to refuse to allow their words and actions prevent you from doing His will, in Jesus' name.


PRAYER POINT
Father, please help me to discern when my loved ones are not mindful of Your will concerning my life.


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 34-37


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 28: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH
Guide me, O thou great Jehovah
pilgrim through this barren land;
I am weak, but you are mighty;
hold me with your powerful hand.
Bread of heaven, bread of heaven,
feed me now and evermore,
feed me now and evermore.

2 Open now the crystal fountain,
where the healing waters flow.
Let the fire and cloudy pillar
lead me all my journey through.
Strong Deliverer, strong Deliverer,
ever be my strength and shield,
ever be my strength and shield.

3 When I tread the verge of Jordan,
bid my anxious fears subside.
Death of death, and hell's Destruction,
land me safe on Canaan's side.
Songs of praises, songs of praises
I will ever sing to you,
I will ever sing to you.

Correct Answers

1. B. Evil communications corrupt good manners.
2. B. Come out from among them, be separate, and touch not the unclean thing.
3. B. Because it is easier to be brought down than to be pulled up.
4. C. Friendship with the world is enmity with God.
5. B. He forsook Paul and the faith because he loved the world.

Objective Questions

1. According to 1 Corinthians 15:33, what warning is given about evil communications?
A. They bring blessings and prosperity.
B. Evil communications corrupt good manners.
C. They only affect unbelievers, not believers.
D. They are harmless as long as you attend church.

2. In 2 Corinthians 6:14-17, what does God command believers to do regarding fellowship with unbelievers?
A. Be unequally yoked together with unbelievers to convert them.
B. Come out from among them, be separate, and touch not the unclean thing.
C. Fellowship with them as long as they do not openly oppose God.
D. Ignore their behavior and focus only on personal holiness.

3. According to the devotional, why is it easier for an unbelieving friend to pull a Christian down than for the Christian to pull the friend up?
A. Because Christians are naturally weaker than unbelievers.
B. Because it is easier to be brought down than to be pulled up.
C. Because unbelievers have more power and influence.
D. Because Christians are not supposed to evangelize.

4. What does James 4:4 say about friendship with the world?
A. It is a sign of spiritual maturity.
B. It is acceptable as long as you do not participate in sin.
C. Friendship with the world is enmity with God.
D. It is necessary for effective evangelism.

5. What happened to Demas according to 2 Timothy 4:10?
A. He became a great apostle.
B. He forsook Paul and the faith because he loved the world.
C. He was martyred for the gospel.
D. He was promoted to a higher position in the church.

Prayer Points on "MIND YOUR FRIENDS"

1. Father, I thank You for the wisdom in Your word that warns me about the influence of ungodly friendships. Thank You for the grace to separate from what defiles, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have allowed unholy friendships to influence me negatively, leading me to compromise my faith, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, deliver me from every unequally yoked relationship with unbelievers that has been pulling me down spiritually. Let me not be deceived by evil communications, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, give me the discernment to recognize friendships that are thorns choking Your word in my heart. Help me to break free from such relationships without guilt, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, I pray for the grace to separate from the world and from every unclean thing, as You commanded. Let me not love the world or the things in the world, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, reveal to me any Demas-like tendency in my life—any love for the world that could cause me to forsake the faith. Restore my first love for You, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, bring godly friends into my life who will sharpen me, encourage me, and help me grow in faith. Let me not walk with those who would mock You or Your servants, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, I renounce every little fox of ungodly habits, unrighteous conversations, and immoral behavior introduced through wrong associations. Let them be uprooted from my life, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, I pray for every believer who is trapped in friendships that are leading them away from You. Open their eyes and give them the courage to choose separation for the sake of their souls, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention specific friendships or relationships you are struggling with, and ask God for wisdom to handle them according to His will).

11. Thank You, Father, for hearing my prayer. I believe You are guiding me to cultivate relationships with godly people who will strengthen my faith and help me fulfil Your purpose for my life, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: WEDNESDAY JUNE 10TH 2026


THEME: MIND YOUR FRIENDS


MEMORISE: Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt manners.
1 Corinthians 15:33


READ: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17
14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?

15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?

16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.

17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,


MESSAGE
Many Christians profess to be children of God; however, they still maintain really close friendships with unbelievers and are heavily influenced negatively by such relationships. They attend church regularly, but they have friends who want nothing to do with the Church. Christians such as this might hear God's word regularly and even be involved in the various church activities; however, when they are in the midst of their friends, they never discuss the things of God with them. Eventually, their association with such friends becomes a thorn that chokes God's word in their hearts.

Today's Bible reading admonishes us to be separate from the world because light has nothing to do with darkness. Believe me, it is easier for a fellow to be brought down than to be pulled up by another fellow. This means that it is easier for friends who are unbelievers to pull down a Christian than for the Christian to pull such friends up. This is why Paul advised Christians not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers.

Beloved, if you have friends who are worldly, you most likely will begin to care so much about worldly things, and James 4:4 tells us that friendship with the world is enmity with God. When your close friends always speak ill about God, the Church, and men of God, you will likely begin to mock the things of God. In 2 Timothy 4:10, Paul told us about a young man named Demas who was his companion on some of his missionary journeys but eventually forsook him and left the faith because he loved the world. When a fellow allows unholy friends to introduce little foxes like ungodly habits, unrighteous conversations, and immoral behavior into his or her life, it will eventually ruin the fellow (Song of Solomon 2:15).

Are there wild desires or ungodly habits in your life that can be traced to your association with some of your friends? Break up with such desires and habits so that you won't sow among thorns and miss out on God's blessings or be pushed out of your purpose like Demas.

Furthermore, dissociate yourself from unholy friends and begin to cultivate a more intimate relationship with God and other believers who can influence you positively and help strengthen your faith. I pray that the Almighty God will guide you to cultivate relationships with godly people that will influence you to be more committed to Him and strengthen you to fulfil His purpose for your life, in Jesus' name.


PRAYER POINT
Father, please guide me to make friends with the right people, in Jesus' name.


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 28-33


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 7: I AM THINE O LORD
1 I am Thine, O Lord, I have heard Thy voice,
And it told Thy love to me;
But I long to rise in the arms of faith,
And be closer drawn to Thee.

Refrain
Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To the cross where Thou hast died;
Draw me nearer, nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To Thy precious, bleeding side.

2 Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord,
By the pow’r of grace divine;
Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope,
And my will be lost in Thine.

3 O the pure delight of a single hour
That before Thy throne I spend,
When I kneel in prayer, and with Thee, my God,
I commune as friend with friend!

4 There are depths of love that I yet may know
Ere Thee face to face I see;
There are heights of joy that I yet may reach
Ere I rest in peace with Thee

Correct Answers

1. B. In Jerusalem, then in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
2. B. He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.
3. B. To win their hometown and immediate family to Christ before seeking wider reach.
4. B. The people of Ifèwàrà are glad that Adeboye is from there because they are enjoying the benefits of the light of Christ.
5. B. If you despise your little corner, God will not commit bigger territories into your hands.

Objective Questions

1. According to Acts 1:8, where did Jesus command His disciples to be witnesses first?
A. In all Judaea and Samaria, then in Jerusalem, and then to the uttermost part of the earth.
B. In Jerusalem, then in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
C. In the uttermost parts of the earth first, then in Samaria, and finally in Jerusalem.
D. Only in Jerusalem and not beyond.

2. In Luke 16:10-11, what principle does Jesus establish about faithfulness?
A. He that is faithful in little will be given more, but the unjust will also be given more.
B. He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.
C. Faithfulness in little does not matter as long as you are faithful in much.
D. Only those who are faithful with unrighteous mammon can be trusted with true riches.

3. According to the devotional, what should every Christian take as their primary responsibility?
A. To travel to foreign countries as a missionary immediately.
B. To win their hometown and immediate family to Christ before seeking wider reach.
C. To focus only on preaching in big cities and leave the villages alone.
D. To wait for a special calling before sharing the gospel with anyone.

4. How does the devotional describe the impact of Pastor Adeboye's light on his village, Ifèwàrà?
A. The village became famous for its wealth and tourism.
B. The people of Ifèwàrà are glad that Adeboye is from there because they are enjoying the benefits of the light of Christ.
C. The village rejected him and refused to accept the gospel.
D. The village remained unchanged and unknown to the world.

5. What warning does the devotional give about despising one's little corner (Jerusalem)?
A. God will give bigger territories to those who ignore their little corner.
B. If you despise your little corner, God will not commit bigger territories into your hands.
C. Despising your little corner is acceptable as long as you preach overseas.
D. God only cares about the uttermost parts of the earth, not your hometown.

Prayer Points on "START FROM YOUR JERUSALEM"

1. Father, I thank You for the mandate to be a witness for Christ. Thank You for the power of the Holy Spirit that enables me to start from my Jerusalem and reach the ends of the earth, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have neglected my family, neighbors, and immediate community while dreaming of reaching distant lands, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, help me to be faithful in the little things—in my home, my workplace, and my neighborhood. Let me not despise my Jerusalem, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, shine Your light through me to every member of my household. Let my family members see Christ in me and be drawn to salvation, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, give me the grace to preach the gospel to my neighbors and colleagues at work. Let my words and actions reflect Your love and bring glory to Your name, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, I pray that as I am faithful in my Jerusalem, You will open doors for me to reach Judaea, Samaria, and the uttermost parts of the earth according to Your will, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, let my hometown and community be transformed by the light of Christ shining through me. Let the world take notice and give You glory, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, I receive the power of the Holy Spirit to be an effective witness. Let me not be silent or ashamed, but bold to declare Your name to those closest to me, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, I pray for every believer who has been looking for a platform to reach the nations while ignoring their own family. Give them a heart for their Jerusalem first, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention specific family members, neighbors, or colleagues you need to reach for Christ, and ask God for wisdom and boldness).

11. Thank You, Father, for the assurance that when I am faithful in little, You will entrust much to me. I will start from my Jerusalem and shine for You, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: TUESDAY JUNE 9TH 2026


THEME: START FROM YOUR JERUSALEM


MEMORISE: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
Act 1: 8


READ: Luke 16:10-11
10 He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.

11 If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches?


MESSAGE
Many Christians profess that they are the light of the world, which is good because it is the mandate that Jesus gave his followers in Matthew 5:14. However, many of them have not even allowed the light of Christ to shine in their homes, nor have they preached the gospel of Christ to anyone around them. Do you know that if every Christian took it upon themselves to win their hometown to Christ, the whole world could have been saved by now?

When Jesus Christ stepped into my life, He not only used me to greatly extend the reach of His light in my village, Ifèwàrà, but He also used me to bring the name of my village to the world. Today, the people of lfèwàrà are glad that Adeboye is from there because they are enjoying the benefits of the light of Christ. Believe me, the development of your hometown rests on your shoulders as a Christian because when you allow God's light to shine there, the whole world will begin to take notice of the town. No one can ignore light.

When Jesus gave His disciples the mandate to go out and be witnesses to all nations, He told them to start from Jerusalem, then move to Judea and Samaria before taking over the uttermost parts of the earth (Acts 1:. God's plan is always that we should start from our Jerusalem'.

Beloved, your Jerusalem is your family and immediate community. Tell your family members about Jesus. Preach to your neighbors. Let them see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Your witnessing will not be effective if you want to start from the uttermost parts of the earth. In fact, God will not give you access to the ends of the earth until you have proven yourself faithful in your Jerusalem. He said that He will only commit more into the hands of the fellow who has been faithful in little (Luke 16:10). If you despise your little corner, God will not commit bigger territories into your hands.

Beloved, ask the Lord how you can be more faithful in your Jerusalem. Ask Him to show you how to shine His light before your immediate family effectively. Allow Him to teach you how to show the love of Christ to your neighbors and colleagues at work. May God shine His light through you to your family members, colleagues, members of your community, and the world at large, in Jesus' name.


REFLECTION
Do you reflect God's love to your family members, neighbors, and colleagues?


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 22-27


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 12: ONWARD CHRISTIAN SOLDIERS
1. Onward, Christian soldiers!
Marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
Going on before.
Christ, the royal Master,
Leads against the foe;
Forward into battle,
See his banners go!

Chorus
Onward, Christian soldiers! Marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
Going on before.

2. At the sign of triumph
Satan’s host doth flee;
On, then, Christian soldiers,
On to victory.
Hell’s foundations quiver
At the shout of praise;
Brothers, lift your voices,
Loud your anthems raise.

3. Like a mighty army
Moves the Church of God;
Brothers, we are treading
Where the Saints have trod.
We are not divided;
All one body we:
One in hope and doctrine,
One in charity.

4. Onward, then, ye people;
Join our happy throng.
Blend with ours your voices
In the triumph song:
Glory, laud, and honor
Unto Christ, the King.
This through countless ages
Men and angels sing.

Correct Answers

1. B. It makes room for him and brings him before great men.
2. B. His feet were hurt with fetters, and he was laid in iron; the word of the Lord tried him.
3. B. He would have missed the great opportunity to fulfil his dreams when he stood before Pharaoh.
4. C. When opportunity meets preparation, destiny is sure to be fulfilled.
5. B. Wise counsel on how to administer the resources of Egypt.

Objective Questions

1. According to Proverbs 18:16, what does a man's gift do for him?
A. It makes him wealthy and famous.
B. It makes room for him and brings him before great men.
C. It guarantees that he will never face challenges.
D. It automatically fulfills all his dreams without effort.

2. In Psalm 105:17-21, what was Joseph's experience before his word came to pass?
A. He was a successful businessman.
B. His feet were hurt with fetters, and he was laid in iron; the word of the Lord tried him.
C. He lived in comfort and luxury.
D. He never faced any opposition to his dreams.

3. According to the devotional, what could have happened if Joseph had been laid-back and refused to prepare and develop himself?
A. He would still have become prime minister because of his dream.
B. He would have missed the great opportunity to fulfil his dreams when he stood before Pharaoh.
C. His brothers would have apologized to him earlier.
D. Pharaoh would have promoted him anyway because of his good looks.

4. What does the devotional say is the relationship between opportunity and preparation?
A. Opportunity alone is enough to fulfil destiny.
B. Preparation alone guarantees success without opportunity.
C. When opportunity meets preparation, destiny is sure to be fulfilled.
D. Neither opportunity nor preparation matters; only luck matters.

5. In Genesis 41, what did Joseph provide to Pharaoh besides the interpretation of his dreams?
A. A request to return to his father's house.
B. Wise counsel on how to administer the resources of Egypt.
C. A demand to punish his brothers.
D. A proposal to marry the princess.

Prayer Points on "DON'T STOP DREAMING"

1. Father, I thank You for the gift of dreams and the potential You have placed within me. Thank You for the example of Joseph, who never gave up on his dreams despite opposition, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have allowed disappointment, delay, or difficult circumstances to make me give up on the dreams You placed in my heart, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, rekindle the fire of my dreams. Let me not settle for less than what You have shown me. Give me the courage to keep dreaming and working towards fulfillment, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, help me to prepare myself in every season—whether in the pit, in Potiphar's house, or in prison. Let me use every opportunity to develop my skills and sharpen my gifts, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, when my day of opportunity comes, let me be ready. Give me wisdom like Joseph to not only interpret problems but to provide solutions that will position me for greatness, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, let my gift make room for me and bring me before great men. Open doors that no man can shut, and let my dreams align with Your perfect will for my life, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, I refuse to despise my days of preparation. Let every trial and waiting period develop my character and prepare me for the weight of the destiny You have ordained, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, I pray against every power that seeks to kill, steal, or destroy my dreams—whether family opposition, false accusations, or imprisonment. Let me triumph as Joseph did, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, I receive the grace to stay relevant for a long time in my sphere of influence. Let me not be a one-day wonder but a lasting testimony of Your faithfulness, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention specific dreams you have given up on or need fresh faith for, and ask God for the strength to pursue them).

11. Thank You, Father, for hearing my prayer. I believe my dreams will come to pass as I put my faith in You and keep working towards them, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: MONDAY JUNE 8TH 2026


THEME: DONT STOP DREAMING


MEMORISE: A man's gift make th room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
Proverbs 18:16


READ: Psalms 105:17-21
17 He sent a man before them, even Joseph, who was sold for a servant:

18 Whose feet they hurt with fetters: he was laid in iron:

19 Until the time that his word came: the word of the LORD tried him.

20 The king sent and loosed him; even the ruler of the people and let him go free.

21 He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his substance:


MESSAGE
Many people grow up dreaming of great things thàt they want to achieve. However, as they get older, if the circumstances of their lives do not seem to match what they had dreamed about, they tend to start giving up on their dreams. If someone reminds them about the dreams they once had, some of them might say, "Reality set in." Child of God, there is no reality apart from the one you make for yourself. If you stop dreaming or working towards achieving your dreams, they may just never come to pass. However, with your faith in God, continue to dream, work towards achieving them, and you will eventually see them come to pass.

In Genesis 41:41-44, Joseph's opportunity to rule, as he had seen in his dream, eventually came. Although his brothers tried to kill his dream (Genesis 37:18-20), and Potiphar's wife also tried to destroy him (Genesis 39:1-20), God kept him and made him triumphant. When he was in prison, he could have said, "Reality has set in" and given up on his dreams. Rather, he continued to prepare himself by improving his administrative skills and gift of interpreting dreams. From his story, we can see that preparation is crucial in positioning you to achieve your dreams. If Joseph had been laid-back and had refused to prepare and develop himself, he would have missed a great opportunity to fulfil his dreams as he stood before Pharaoh. If all he had told Pharaoh was the interpretation of his dreams without the wise counsel on how to administer the resources of Egypt, perhaps he would have been returned to prison as a privileged prisoner.

Beloved, don't just dream; develop the skills that are needed for your dreams to become a reality and also sharpen the skills you will need when they come to pass. You must also use your God-given gifts at every opportunity you get. Proverbs 18:16 says, "A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. “Your gifts will give you the chance for your dreams to become a reality, and your skills will make you qualified to live those dreams. When opportunity meets preparation, destiny is sure to be fulfilled.

Beloved, do not despise your days of preparation because they will develop your character and enable you to achieve your dreams and stay relevant for a very long time. I pray that when that great opportunity you desire is around the corner, you will be prepared for it, in Jesus' name.


KEY POINT
Your dreams will become a reality if you put your faith in God and keep working on them.


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 18-21


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 28: GUIDE ME, O THOU GREAT JEHOVAH
Guide me, O thou great Jehovah
pilgrim through this barren land;
I am weak, but you are mighty;
hold me with your powerful hand.
Bread of heaven, bread of heaven,
feed me now and evermore,
feed me now and evermore.

2 Open now the crystal fountain,
where the healing waters flow.
Let the fire and cloudy pillar
lead me all my journey through.
Strong Deliverer, strong Deliverer,
ever be my strength and shield,
ever be my strength and shield.

3 When I tread the verge of Jordan,
bid my anxious fears subside.
Death of death, and hell's Destruction,
land me safe on Canaan's side.
Songs of praises, songs of praises
I will ever sing to you,
I will ever sing to you.

Correct Answers

1. A. Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer.
2. B. To teach that men ought always to pray and not to faint.
3. B. A house of prayer.
4. B. He prayed fervently for rain to return after 42 months, and God answered with a heavy downpour.
5. C. With them that fear Him.

Objective Questions

1. According to Romans 12:12, what three things should believers continue in?
A. Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer.
B. Fasting in secret, giving to the poor, praying in public.
C. Studying the law, offering sacrifices, keeping the feasts.
D. Singing psalms, speaking in tongues, prophesying.

2. In Luke 18:1-8, why did Jesus tell the parable of the persistent widow?
A. To show that God is like an unjust judge who delays answering prayers.
B. To teach that men ought always to pray and not to faint.
C. To prove that widows have special access to the courts.
D. To demonstrate that persistence is more important than faith.

3. According to Matthew 21:13, what did Jesus say His house shall be called?
A. A house of sacrifice and offering.
B. A house of prayer.
C. A house of teaching and doctrine.
D. A house of fellowship and breaking of bread.

4. What does 1 Kings 18:42-45 reveal about Elijah's prayer life during the drought?
A. He prayed only once for rain to stop.
B. He prayed fervently for rain to return after 42 months, and God answered with a heavy downpour.
C. He gave up praying when the drought persisted.
D. He asked the king to pray instead.

5. According to Psalm 25:14, with whom does the secret of the Lord rest?
A. With those who are wealthy and influential.
B. With those who pray without ceasing.
C. With them that fear Him.
D. With those who fast regularly.

Prayer Points on "PRAY ALWAYS"

1. Father, I thank You for the privilege of prayer and for the assurance that when I pray, You hear me and answer according to Your will, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have neglected prayer, prayed occasionally instead of continually, or fainted when I should have persisted, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, help me to be a house of prayer, as You have called me. Let my body, which is Your temple, be constantly filled with prayers and communion with You, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, give me the persistence of the widow in the parable. Let me not grow weary or give up, but continue to cry out to You day and night until my answer comes, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, like Elijah, let me be a man of consistent prayer who receives answers from heaven. Teach me to pray fervently, whether for rain, for restoration, or for any need, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, I pray that I will not faint when answers delay. Help me to trust that You will avenge me speedily, even as You bear long with me, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, grant me greater access to Your secrets as I fear You and pray without ceasing. Let me be an intimate friend of Yours, knowing Your heart and Your covenant, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, I repent of every prayerlessness that has opened the door for the enemy to attack and defile me. I receive the grace to pray without ceasing, as You commanded, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, I pray for every believer who has grown weary in prayer. Renew their strength, rekindle their passion, and let them experience the joy of answered prayers again, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention specific areas where you need to grow in prayer—consistency, fervency, faith—and ask God for the grace to pray always).

11. Thank You, Father, for hearing my prayer. I believe that as I continue instant in prayer, You will reveal Your secrets to me and answer me speedily, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL


DATE: SUNDAY JUNE 7TH 2026


THEME: PRAY ALWAYS


MEMORISE: Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;
Romans 12:12


READ: Luke 18:1-8
1 And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;

2 Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man:

3 And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.

4 And he would not for a while: but afterward he said within himself, Though I fear not God, nor regard man;

5 Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.

6 And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith.

7 And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them?

8 I tell you that he will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?


MESSAGE
In Matthew 21:13, Jesus stated that His house is to be called a house of prayer, not a den of thieves. Although, He was talking about the physical temple at Jerusalem in that passage, you should note that it also applies to you because you are God's temple (1 Corinthians 6:19). This means that God expects you to pray always. Christians who do not pray or who only pray occasionally create avenues for the enemy to attack and defile them.

As a Christian, God wants you to be a house of prayer; He wants you to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). James 5:17-18 tells us that Elijah prayed fervently for rain not to fall in Israel, and God answered his prayer. After 42 months of drought, he prayed fervently again that the rain should fall, and there was a heavy downpour (1 Kings 18:42-45). During the drought, Elijah prayed for a widow's dead son to be restored to life, and God heard him (1 Kings 17:22). He was a man of consistent prayer, and he always received answers to his prayers. Those who prioritize prayer enjoy consistent answers to their prayers.

In today's Bible reading, Jesus told the parable of a widow who persistently disturbed an unrighteous judge until he responded to her. The reason Jesus told this parable was so that men would pray always and not faint (Luke 18:1). This tells us that when a fellow is not praying, he or she is already fainting. The widow's persistence eventually paid off, as the judge responded to her and avenged her of her adversary. When you are consistent in praying, you are assured of answers to your prayers.

When a fellow prays consistently, he or she will not only receive answers to his or her prayers, but the person will be granted greater access to the secrets of God. Psalm 25:14 says, "The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant." Nobody shows a random visitor who visits his or her home the key to a hidden vault, but such a secret is typically revealed to intimate friends.

Every Christian must recognize that intimacy is cultivated in the place of prayer, and they must strive to become intimate with their heavenly Father. This is because the more you pray, the greater access you will have to God's heart and secrets. Beloved, are you an intimate friend of God?


KEY POINT
You are God's temple, and you ought to pray without ceasing.


BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 9-17


AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE


HYMN 8: I NEED THEE EVERY HOUR
1 I need Thee ev'ry hour,
Most gracious Lord;
No tender voice like Thine
Can peace afford.

Refrain:
I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;
Ev'ry hour I need Thee;
Oh, bless me now, my Savior,
I come to Thee.

2 I need Thee ev'ry hour,
Stay Thou nearby;
Temptations lose their pow’r
When Thou art nigh.

3 I need Thee ev'ry hour,
In joy or pain;
Come quickly and abide,
Or life is vain.

4 I need Thee ev'ry hour,
Teach me Thy will;
And Thy rich promises
In me fulfill.

Correct Answers

1. B. They should rejoice and be glad, and say continually, Let God be magnified.
2. A. A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows.
3. B. The joy of the Lord.
4. B. He could only feed on milk because of a health condition.
5. A. God answered her prayer and gave her a son.

Objective Questions

1. According to Psalm 70:4, what should those who seek the Lord and love His salvation do?
A. They should keep silent and wait patiently for their deliverance.
B. They should rejoice and be glad, and say continually, Let God be magnified.
C. They should fast and pray until their situation changes.
D. They should gather together and perform rituals.

2. In Psalm 68:3-5, how does God describe Himself in relation to the fatherless and widows?
A. A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows.
B. A master of the fatherless, and a ruler of the widows.
C. A friend of the fatherless, and a helper of the widows.
D. A servant of the fatherless, and a provider for the widows.

3. What does Nehemiah 8:10 say is the strength of the believer?
A. The wealth of the believer.
B. The joy of the Lord.
C. The prayers of the saints.
D. The wisdom of the elders.

4. According to the devotional, what was the condition of the author's friend who had millions of dollars in his bank account before he died?
A. He was in perfect health and enjoyed all kinds of food.
B. He could only feed on milk because of a health condition.
C. He was constantly joyful despite his poverty.
D. He had no health issues but was unhappy.

5. In 1 Samuel 1:18, what happened after Hannah chose to no longer be sad?
A. God answered her prayer and gave her a son.
B. Her husband divorced her.
C. She became sick and weak.
D. She lost all hope and gave up.

Prayer Points on "REJOICE ALWAYS"

1. Father, I thank You for the gift of joy that is my strength. Thank You that no matter my circumstances, I have countless reasons to rejoice in You, in Jesus' name.

2. Lord, I ask for mercy for every time I have allowed sorrow, fear, or anxiety to steal my joy and close the door to Your presence, in Jesus' name.

3. Father, help me to remember that I enjoy divine health, salvation, and the gift of life itself. Let these blessings be enough to keep me rejoicing always, in Jesus' name.

4. Lord, like Hannah, change my countenance from sadness to joy. Let my testimony come as I choose to rejoice before You, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, when I skip to the end of my life's movie and see that my end is peace, let me not be troubled by the storms along the way. Let Your promise of a glorious end keep me rejoicing, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, I reject the plan of the enemy to keep me perpetually sorrowful. I close the door to satanic oppression by choosing to rejoice in You at all times, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, according to Habakkuk 3:18, let me rejoice in the Lord and joy in the God of my salvation, even when the fig tree does not blossom or there are no herds in the stall, in Jesus' name.

8. Lord, teach me to be intentional about rejoicing. Let my mouth be filled with praise and my heart with gratitude, regardless of the challenges I face, in Jesus' name.

9. Father, I pray for every believer who is overwhelmed by fear, anxiety, or depression. Let the joy of the Lord rise within them and become their strength, in Jesus' name.

10. My personal prayer point: (Mention specific challenges or circumstances that have stolen your joy, and ask God to restore the joy of His salvation to you).

11. Thank You, Father, for the assurance that with Christ in me, a glorious end awaits me. I will rejoice in You always, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me and wash all my sins away with your precious blood shed at Calvary. 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 damnation.