Open Heavens 30 September 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Grace, Not Disgrace

Open Heavens 30 September 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Grace, Not Disgrace

Topic: Grace, Not Disgrace [Friday 30, September 2016]

Memorise: As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumblingstone and rock of offence: and whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. – Romans 9:33

Read: Psalms 23:1-6 (KJV)

1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 23-24, Psalms 71:1-13

MESSAGE:

Grace is the favour of God to human beings. It is the demonstration of God’s goodwill towards humankind in the person of Jesus Christ, and the effects of that goodwill in human lives. The word is rarely found in the Old Testament but employed frequently in the New Testament, leading some to declare the New Testament period as the dispensation of grace. The Christian life is completely dependent upon the grace of God. God’s grace compensates for human weaknesses in that God shows Himself gracious in His dealings with human beings.

John 1:16-17 says:

16 And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace. 17 For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.

God’s grace is abundant (Romans 5:17). This grace is not only abundant but can be exceeding in one’s life (2 Corinthians 9:14). Grace is one way God makes up for our short comings. Grace covers our human frailties. Through grace, God uses our very limited strength and resources to do the impossible. This He does by adding His own strength and resources to ours. With grace, you lack, limitations, and defects are fully covered. When you have exceeding grace, it means God’s provision far exceeds your need.  Grace is in action at those times that the Holy Spirit helps us to pray in accordance with God’s will when we do not know how to pray (Romans 8:26-27). When you have prayed, fasted and tried without measuring up to standard, then it is time to fall back on His grace. Grace can be accessed at varying measures. To some people, grace may be unavailable, to some, only a little, while some will have it in abundance, and for some others, grace will outnumber their needs. What level of grace do you have access to? If you want to access extreme levels of grace, do not frustrate God’s grace that is currently available upon you, do not waste it and do not become a storage tower of grace, but rather, be a channel of grace. Always use grace for the purpose it is given to you. Be gracious to others. Be generous. Live a holy life. 2 Corinthians 6:1says:

“We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain.”

God does not wish that we receive His grace in vain; He wants us to be progressive by growing in grace. God wants us to share His grace with others for them to taste and see that the Lord is good. May His glory fill the earth, that His name may be praised forever more.

Prayer Point: Father, let Your grace be sufficient for me. Please Lord; make me a distributor of Your grace.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Mercedes-Benz unveils Generation EQ concept electric SUV

Mercedes-Benz unveils Generation EQ concept electric SUV

By Aaron Brown

Mercedes-Benz is planning to launch 10 electric cars under a new electric sub-brand by 2025, and the carmaker just gave us our first glimpse into what those future models will look like. At the Paris Motor Show on Thursday, the automaker revealed both the name for its EV brand and the first concept car to fall under its umbrella: the brand will be called "EQ," and the Tesla Model X-fighting SUV seen here is called the Mercedes-Benz Generation EQ Concept.

The Generation EQ is a concept sport-utility vehicle, but it's not all that conceptual; Mercedes-Benz's own press release describes it as "close to production." It uses two electric motors to pump out around 400 horsepower, with power flowing to all four wheels. Mercedes says the EQ is capable of traveling up to 310 miles on a charge, and skipping from zero to 62 miles per hour in less than five seconds.

For optimal air flow around the car, the Generation EQ has tight body-panel gaps, hidden windshield wipers, cameras for mirrors, and flush door handles. The concept also uses 21-inch lightweight alloy wheels, which admittedly boost the car's bling factor a bit.

Mercedes says it has designed the concept's interior to be driver-oriented, with various touch-based controls and informative screens surrounding him or her. There's a 24-inch high-definition widescreen that shows driving range, speed, navigation information, and other vital data that could be handy to know when behind the wheel. Even though the EQ looks quite massive, the concept car has seats for just four occupants. But each of those seats do have speakers mounted in their headrests, which is a nice touch.

Think of the Generation EQ as a reference point for what is to come from the new sub-brand. Materials like the steel, aluminum, and carbon-fiber used in this concept car will likely find a place on the cars that the electric car brand will produce in the future. In fact, future EQ cars will be built on the same platform as the Generation EQ—but because of the nature of the modular architecture, Mercedes can stretch the SUV concept's platform to accommodate different vehicle sizes, wheelbases, structures, and mechanical parts.

Oh, and as for that name, EQ? Mercedes-Benz says it stands for "Electric Intelligence." Doesn't make a lot of sense to us, either.

Open Heavens 29 September 2016: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Sure Refuge

Open Heavens 29 September 2016: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Sure Refuge

Topic: The Sure Refuge [Thursday 29, September 2016]

Memorise: The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.– Proverbs 18:10

Read: Philippians 2:9-11 (KJV)

9 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:

10 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;

11 And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 21-22, Psalms 70

MESSAGE:

Refuge is used in the Bible as a reference to a secure shelter or a place of protection from danger or distress. A refuge is a stronghold that is commonly used for retreat, healing and renewal. Ultimately, refuge is a common metaphor for God in the Bible. 2 Samuel 22:3says:

“The God of my rock; in him will I trust: he is my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my saviour; thou savest me from violence.”

In effect, God is our fortress, a strong tower, a rock of defence, our shield, a shade of protection, and a shelter in the time of storm. He is Mighty to deliver, Mighty to save, the Mighty man in battle and the Lord of hosts. What a father does, goes a long way in affecting the life of a child. Our Heavenly Father does not only neutralize weapons designed against His children, He also protects them from harm. Here is a story I have shared severally: In the 50’s while I was still very young, we had mining activities going on in my village and the roads were very narrow. Nigeria was still under colonial rule then. Normally, white men came in a jeep to collect the gold that the miners got. They were so powerful in those days that the villagers believed that if they killed your child, you have to tell them “thank you” so that you will not be sent to prison; they were dreaded. One day, my sister and I were returning from the farm when we suddenly heard the sound of a jeep coming at top speed. My sister immediately grabbed my hand and we both jumped out of its way, landing in an empty mine pit. We barely escaped the jeep but before we could heave a sigh of relief, we found ourselves before a snake. Because our Father can preserve lives, I lived to tell the story. In Luke 10:19, God empowered all believers in Christ over snakes, scorpions, power of the enemy, and over demonic agents and all their activities. I prophecy in the Name that is above all other names, God will protect you and defend everything that is yours this season in Jesus’ name. Psalms 20:7-8 says;

“7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God. 8 They are brought down and fallen: but we are risen, and stand upright.”

The Word of God is trustworthy, reliable and dependable. Whatever you may be passing through, trust in God and call upon His name today, He will give you peace all round.

Prayer Point: Father, thank you for being my hiding place and my refuge, please keep me secure for the rest of my life in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 28 September 2016: Wednesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – No Stopping, No Waiting

Open Heavens 28 September 2016: Wednesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – No Stopping, No Waiting

Topic: No Stopping, No Waiting [Wednesday 28, September 2016]

Memorise: And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. – Galatians 6:9

Read: Philippians 3:13-17 (KJV)

13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,

14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

15 Let us therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded: and if in any thing ye be otherwise minded, God shall reveal even this unto you.

16 Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.

17 Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample.

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 19-20, Psalms 69:22-36

MESSAGE:

Patience and long-suffering are indispensable virtues for all believers in Christ. In the first place, the race we are called into can only be run through patience because it is a marathon. Also, there is hardly any promise of God that can be fulfilled in the life of believers without the combination of faith and patience(Hebrews 6:12). As indispensable as faith is to a Christian, so also is patience. No wonder it is listed as part of the fruits of the Spirit inGalatians 5:22. Do you know that when your faith is being tried, God uses that trial to generate patience in you? This implies that the longer the period of trial, the greater your level of patience. But, when you fail to handle a particular trial of faith the way you should, it will not generate the level of patience that it should. For this reason, many who have gone through trials complaining saw God as an opposition, and therefore grumbled against Him. In the process, some even abandon the faith. This attitude is contrary to the Word of God as recorded in Hebrews 6:12:

“That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.”

Children of God must learn not to be weary in well doing because God has promised us a bountiful harvest if we faint not. We must completely trust in His superior wisdom to decide the timing of our blessings. For instance, He knows the end of every line of action even at the beginning of that action. This is why you must trust His sense of judgement at all times, because His decisions are not limited to what your eyes can see today but also what may happen tomorrow. Many years ago, while we lived in a part of Lagos that harboured several drug addicts and reckless drivers, my children asked me to buy them a bicycle. When I declined, they failed to understand. But after we relocated from that part of Lagos some years later, without a repeat of that request, I bought them the bicycle. If I had obliged their request the first time, they might not be alive today. God still deals with us based on what He knows about us today and tomorrow. Be sure that the Lord will not give you the blessing you are not prepared for, lest it destroys you.

Whenever an expected blessing is delayed or when faced with difficulties, long-suffering is required to remain composed. Even when the situation appears hopeless, just take time to read and study the Bible, asking God to give you a word for that situation. Grab whatever God says, obey and follow-up with action, then wait for the result, and you will never be disappointed.

Prayer Point: Father, please help me to patiently wait for your perfect timing in all things in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 27 September 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Great Provider

Open Heavens 27 September 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Great Provider

Topic: The Great Provider [Tuesday 27, September 2016]

Memorise: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:19

Read: Mark 6:35-42 (KJV)

35 And when the day was now far spent, his disciples came unto him, and said, This is a desert place, and now the time is far passed:

36 Send them away, that they may go into the country round about, and into the villages, and buy themselves bread: for they have nothing to eat.

37 He answered and said unto them, Give ye them to eat. And they say unto him, Shall we go and buy two hundred pennyworth of bread, and give them to eat?

38 He saith unto them, How many loaves have ye? go and see. And when they knew, they say, Five, and two fishes.

39 And he commanded them to make all sit down by companies upon the green grass.

40 And they sat down in ranks, by hundreds, and by fifties.

41 And when he had taken the five loaves and the two fishes, he looked up to heaven, and blessed, and brake the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before them; and the two fishes divided he among them all.

42 And they did all eat, and were filled.

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 17-18, Psalms 69:1-21

MESSAGE:

The Almighty God is well known as ‘The Lord who provides.’ God is the provider and supplier of the needs of all creation, but He gives special attention to His own people.Psalms 145:16 says:

“Thou openest thine hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing.”

He provides for all people.

Our God is a gracious Father, He does not only provide the needs of His children, He also protects their interest. He crowns His children with glory, and as a Consuming Fire, burns anyone that messes around with their royalty and honour. Three of God’s children, crowned by God with glory, found themselves in such a situation one day. A king, who virtually ruled the world of their day, thought too highly of himself and wanted to rubbish their glory. He dispatched some hefty men to tie them and hurl them into a burning fiery furnace. At the end, the men he sent were roasted by the fire he set up, while the Consuming Fire was with His children inside the furnace to protect them and His glory upon them. They eventually walked majestically out of the furnace into promotion and increased glory(Daniel 3:1-30). This season, any plan to touch God’s glory on your life shall be destroyed. Every fire the enemy kindles against you and your family shall devour that enemy in Jesus’ name.

You need to know the worth of your Heavenly Father so that you can tap into His resources. The lifestyle of a child is determined by the status of the father and the resources controlled by the father. Philippians 4:19says:

“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”

If your father has a bicycle and you need to get to school, he will let your ride on it. If he has no means of transportation, you will trek. If he has a rickety car, you will ride in it, with passers-by looking with pity at its occupants. But if your father has an exotic car, you will ride in it and be admired by onlookers. Psalms 24:1 says the earth and everything in it belongs to our Father. Haggai 2:8 says He owns all the gold and slivers. Psalms 50:10says He owns all the cattle upon a thousand hills. John 14:3 says in His Heavenly estate there are many mansions. No wonderPhilippians 4:19 say my Daddy will supply all my needs according to His riches in glory. Needs are met by available resources. Since He has all things, then all your needs shall be met. Call upon the Great Provider and start tapping into the unlimited resources of your Heavenly Father by faith today.

Prayer Point: Father, You are the Great Provider, please meet all my needs in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 26 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Heritage of The Lord

Open Heavens 26 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Heritage of The Lord

Topic: The Heritage of The Lord [Monday 26, September 2016]

Memorise: And Pharaoh's daughter said unto her, Take this child away, and nurse it for me, and I will give thee thy wages. And the woman took the child, and nursed it. – Exodus 2:9

Read: Psalms 127:3-5 (KJV)

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.

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 16, Psalms 68:22-35

MESSAGE:

The Bible presents the nation of Israel and the Church of God as the chief objects of God’s fatherly love.  All of humanity have the privilege of becoming God’s children through faith and are then encouraged by the Scripture to imitate their heavenly Father in their daily living. However, as I have always maintained, you can choose to be anything you want before the Almighty God. You can be just a creature, a dog or a cow. You can go beyond being a mere creature to becoming a servant. Being a servant gives you more personal access to God. But you could go yet another step to becoming a son of God. Sons have tremendous opportunities that servants do not have. As a son of God, you become a co-heir with Christ. That means all that God has jointly belongs to Jesus and you. Besides,John 8:35 says sons abide in the house forever. No wonder David in Psalms 23:6says:

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.”

He could say so because he had a Father-son relationship with the Lord. For such sons, even after leaving planet earth, Jesus promised to prepare His Father’s house for them to stay throughout eternity (John 14:1-3). Sons have eternal right to God’s house. Are you a son of God?

If you abide in God’s house, you would automatically flourish. Psalms 92:13 says;

“Those that be planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God.”

Beyond being rich or wealthy, you can flourish. Age will not erode your opportunities or harvests. In fact, the older you are, the more flourishing you become. This is not for those who merely visit God’s house. It is not for servants but for sons. Some people endure going into God’s house or presence. If they were asked to come for a big contract at 9 am, they will be there by 7 am. But if invited to meet with the King of kings for 8 am, they will stroll into church by 10 am. This attitude hinders people from attaining the heights they were created to achieve. If you find it difficult to stay in God’s presence, you can be sure you cannot have access into His Heavenly home. Those who will enter Heaven must desire to enter that city not made with hands(Hebrew 11:10, 16). It far excels the best of planet earth to the extent that it is simply incomparable. Do you qualify for Heaven? To what extent do you long for Heaven? How much do you crave to be in God’s presence? How much do you enjoy worshipping the Lord?

Prayer Point: Father, please help me to make it to Heaven and to abide in You forever in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

WHY IBEJU-LEKKI?

Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos! Land without any landmark will hold no value.

Our estates are located in regions that have quite impressive landmarks.

So many projects going on around there.

Instead of buying a plot worth N100m in Lekki phase 1, why not buy an acre of land in Ibeju-Lekki and wait for 3 years when all these projects are completed.

You will be so thankful to God for making this investment.

You will also thank me later.

Lagos state govt is making major moves in actualizing the "New Lagos" in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. Take a minute and click the link attached down there.

http://citypeopleng.com/4th-mainland-bridge-will-raise-land-prices/

http://citypeopleng.com/many-celebrities-buying-land-ibeju-lekki/

The fastest growing and developing area in Lagos is The Ibeju Lekki area and you know that American Company Walmart, They have seen the success of Shoprite in Nigeria and they want to cash in.

The Free zone has been buzzing with a lot of companies. Other companies cashing include:

1. Dangote Refinery.(Biggest in Africa & 6th in the world)

2. New Airport.

3. New Lekki Deep Sea Port.(1st Deep SeaPort in Africa)

4. Proposed 4th Mainland Bridge.

5. Beach Resorts.(Eleko, Lagos Private Golf beach, LaCapagne Tropicana)

6. Luxury Golf Course.Eleganza Industrial City

7. Springs of upcoming states.

8. Lekki Free Trade Zone (Fastest Growing FTZ in the world)

9. Pan Atlantic University.

10. Makers of Power Oil/Indomie

11. Lots of amazing infrastructures: Great Sec Schools, Hotels, Factories, Banks, Coastal roads and Amazing Upcoming Estates.

Properties on this axis will skyrocket like nothing ever seen.

And so much more….

Very soon it would be difficult to acquire land and property in Ibeju-Lekki. So my advice is Buy Now and in the next few years you could triple or even quadruple your investments.

Tomorrow’s opportunities are grabbed today by those with fore-sight.                       

"The New Lagos" in Ibeju-lekki.

Investing in this estate is a superlatively guaranteed return on investment due to the mega

Government and private projects ongoing and upcoming in this area. The surrounding projects

will inevitable drive up the price of lands in this axis of Lagos. This area has been termed

the next "Dubai of Africa"; thus, it is bound to experience astronomical land value increase

when the Free Trade Zone, Deep Sea Port and Dangote Refinery are in full operation. Moreover, other projects are the New International Airport, Industrial Park, Pan Atlantic University,

Prestigious Gated Estates Investors are trooping in, don’t be caught unawares in this opportunity

that has presented itself in Ibeju-Lekki area. Invest Now in Free Trade Zone and reap huge returns on your investment

Our Estates

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 1, N12,150,000

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 2, N5.4m

*Destiny Gardens N4.4m

*Havilla County, N1.2m

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 3, N4.32m

*Paradise Gardens Estate, N3.15m

*Flood Gate Estate, N1.5m (Buy 2plots Get 1 Free)

*Open Heavens Estate Phase 2, N1.5m (Buy 2plots Get 1 Free)

*Tehilla Gardens, Owerri. N1.62m

Oh did I add that you can pay in instalments.

OAKWOOD GARDENS LAKOWE PHASE 1

Oakwood Gardens Phase 1 is a prestigious, classy and serene estate with a remarkable promise of quality living well located in the heart of Lakowe

Location: Along Coastal Road, Eleko close to the Golf Course

Title: With Governors consent

Oakwood Garden Lakowe.

By Lakowe Lakes Golf & Country Estate,

Offers 120 Plots of Land for Sale

(With Governors consent).

Payment Plan:

a) 675sqm - N13.5 Million (12 Months installment of N1.125 Million monthly).

b) 900sqm - N18 Million (12 Months installment of N1.5 Million monthly)

OUTRIGHT PAYMENTS ATTRACT 10% DISCOUNT

Allocation: Is ongoing

Add. Info: Land has been cleared and fenced. By Lakowe Lakes Golf & country Estate. 50 Plots for sale.

OAKWOOD GARDENS PHASE 2 (Lekki Free Trade Zone)

4 minutes drive from the prestigious Lekki Free Trade Zone. Is just by the road side. Also close to Dangote Refinery. Sure bet for tremendous Returns on Investment.

Location: Along the Lekki Free Trade Zone

Title: C of O

Payment Package:

12 Months installment: N6 Million

Monthly Installment: N500,000

Outright Payment: N5.4 MillioAdd. Info: Land has been cleared and fenced

DESTINY GARDENS

Located at Eleko Junction. Just before Amen Estate.

Title: Gazetted

Plot size: 600sqm

Payment Package:

12 Months installment: N4.8 Million.

Monthly Installment: N400,000

Outright Payment attract 10% discountPrice: N4.4 million

PARADISE GARDENS

This property is situated after the Lekki Free Trade Zone

Location: 10 mins drive from the Lekki Free Trade Zone. .

Title: Gazetted

Plot Size: 600 sqm

Payment Package:

12 Months installment: N3.5 Million.

Initial Payment:N350,000

Monthly Installment: N262,500

Outright Payment: N3,150,000

QUEENS COURT

Ota, Ogun State

Location: 10 Mins drive from Winners Chapel. Is on the same road opposite Winners Chapel.

Title: Just has a plan no. Processing of other documents areongoing.

Price: N540,000

Allocation: 5 days after payment is made.

Payment Plan: 12 months instalment N600k. Deposit N2m. Monthly Inst. N50,000

Name: TUNDE OLUWANIYI

Mobile:08066777578 (Call/Watsapp)

Email: pelly234@gmail.com

WHY IBEJU-LEKKI?

Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos! Land without any landmark will hold no value.

Our estates are located in regions that have quite impressive landmarks.

So many projects going on around there.

Instead of buying a plot worth N100m in Lekki phase 1, why not buy an acre of land in Ibeju-Lekki and wait for 3 years when all these projects are completed.

You will be so thankful to God for making this investment.

You will also thank me later.

Lagos state govt is making major moves in actualizing the "New Lagos" in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. Take a minute and click the link attached down there.

http://citypeopleng.com/4th-mainland-bridge-will-raise-land-prices/

http://citypeopleng.com/many-celebrities-buying-land-ibeju-lekki/

The fastest growing and developing area in Lagos is The Ibeju Lekki area and you know that American Company Walmart, They have seen the success of Shoprite in Nigeria and they want to cash in.

The Free zone has been buzzing with a lot of companies. Other companies cashing include:

1. Dangote Refinery.(Biggest in Africa & 6th in the world)

2. New Airport.

3. New Lekki Deep Sea Port.(1st Deep SeaPort in Africa)

4. Proposed 4th Mainland Bridge.

5. Beach Resorts.(Eleko, Lagos Private Golf beach, LaCapagne Tropicana)

6. Luxury Golf Course.Eleganza Industrial City

7. Springs of upcoming states.

8. Lekki Free Trade Zone (Fastest Growing FTZ in the world)

9. Pan Atlantic University.

10. Makers of Power Oil/Indomie

11. Lots of amazing infrastructures: Great Sec Schools, Hotels, Factories, Banks, Coastal roads and Amazing Upcoming Estates.

Properties on this axis will skyrocket like nothing ever seen.

And so much more….

Very soon it would be difficult to acquire land and property in Ibeju-Lekki. So my advice is Buy Now and in the next few years you could triple or even quadruple your investments.

Tomorrow’s opportunities are grabbed today by those with fore-sight.                       

"The New Lagos" in Ibeju-lekki.

Investing in this estate is a superlatively guaranteed return on investment due to the mega

Government and private projects ongoing and upcoming in this area. The surrounding projects

will inevitable drive up the price of lands in this axis of Lagos. This area has been termed

the next "Dubai of Africa"; thus, it is bound to experience astronomical land value increase

when the Free Trade Zone, Deep Sea Port and Dangote Refinery are in full operation. Moreover, other projects are the New International Airport, Industrial Park, Pan Atlantic University,

Prestigious Gated Estates Investors are trooping in, don’t be caught unawares in this opportunity

that has presented itself in Ibeju-Lekki area. Invest Now in Free Trade Zone and reap huge returns on your investment

Our Estates

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 1, N12,150,000

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 2, N5.4m

*Destiny Gardens N4.4m

*Havilla County, N1.2m

*Oakwood Gardens Estate Phase 3, N4.32m

*Paradise Gardens Estate, N3.15m

*Flood Gate Estate, N1.5m (Buy 2plots Get 1 Free)

*Open Heavens Estate Phase 2, N1.5m (Buy 2plots Get 1 Free)

*Tehilla Gardens, Owerri. N1.62m

Oh did I add that you can pay in instalments.

OAKWOOD GARDENS LAKOWE PHASE 1

Oakwood Gardens Phase 1 is a prestigious, classy and serene estate with a remarkable promise of quality living well located in the heart of Lakowe

Location: Along Coastal Road, Eleko close to the Golf Course

Title: With Governors consent

Oakwood Garden Lakowe.

By Lakowe Lakes Golf & Country Estate,

Offers 120 Plots of Land for Sale

(With Governors consent).

Payment Plan:

a) 675sqm - N13.5 Million (12 Months installment of N1.125 Million monthly).

b) 900sqm - N18 Million (12 Months installment of N1.5 Million monthly)

OUTRIGHT PAYMENTS ATTRACT 10% DISCOUNT

Allocation: Is ongoing

Add. Info: Land has been cleared and fenced. By Lakowe Lakes Golf & country Estate. 50 Plots for sale.

OAKWOOD GARDENS PHASE 2 (Lekki Free Trade Zone)

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Located at Eleko Junction. Just before Amen Estate.

Title: Gazetted

Plot size: 600sqm

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This property is situated after the Lekki Free Trade Zone

Location: 10 mins drive from the Lekki Free Trade Zone. .

Title: Gazetted

Plot Size: 600 sqm

Payment Package:

12 Months installment: N3.5 Million.

Initial Payment:N350,000

Monthly Installment: N262,500

Outright Payment: N3,150,000

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Ota, Ogun State

Location: 10 Mins drive from Winners Chapel. Is on the same road opposite Winners Chapel.

Title: Just has a plan no. Processing of other documents areongoing.

Price: N540,000

Allocation: 5 days after payment is made.

Payment Plan: 12 months instalment N600k. Deposit N2m. Monthly Inst. N50,000

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Open Heavens 24 September 2016: Saturday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Power of Knowledge

Open Heavens 24 September 2016: Saturday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Power of Knowledge

Topic: The Power of Knowledge [Saturday 24, September 2016]

Memorise: My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children. – Hosea 4:6

Read: Proverbs 1:20-29 (KJV)

20 Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:

21 She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates: in the city she uttereth her words, saying,

22 How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?

23 Turn you at my reproof: behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you.

24 Because I have called, and ye refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded;

25 But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of my reproof:

26 I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your fear cometh;

27 When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind; when distress and anguish cometh upon you.

28 Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me:

29 For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:

Bible in One Year: Ezekiel 10-12, Psalms 67:1-68:6

MESSAGE:

Knowledge can be defined in two major ways; first, as an acquaintance with the body of truths, facts, or principles accumulated in the course of time from study or investigation. On the other hand, knowledge can also be defined as the illumination of the mind, especially by the Word of God, leading to delight and increased pleasure in God. It should be noted that whenever the Bible talks about knowledge and knowing, it is usually in the sense of knowledge as an illumination of the mind by the Word of God. Biblical knowledge is a combination of scientific, philosophical, psychological, and spiritual knowledge; and this kind of knowledge is superior to any other.  In reference to the knowledge of the Word of God Hosea 4:6says:

“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.”

As I have always said, knowledge is power because it is a major factor that controls the process of decision making and therefore ultimately determines the course of life. It is the level of your knowledge about any particular subject that determines your ability to make the right decisions about the subject. It is in this light that Proverbs 1:29 says those who despise or detest knowledge do so at their risk. Every Christian needs to know that dependence on worldly knowledge may lead to failure, but godly knowledge guarantees success.

Do you know that if you know more about God and His Word, it will affect you in making error-proof choices and decisions? That is why Proverbs 1:23 says,

“Turn you at my reproof: behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you.”

The elements you need in taking those crucial decisions are contained in the Bible, prophetic utterances of genuine men of God and what He would like to say directly to you. How much time have you given to studying at His feet? Some think it is a waste of time to undertake personal Bible study while others are sleeping at midnight. No. You are gaining time. At the end, you will realize you spent far less time and effort in reaching your goal than the one who never cared to give priority to God’s Word.

Prayer Point: Father, please give me enlightenment and understanding by Your Word in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

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FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER, 2016. OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONALS BY PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE. TOPIC THE SURE SOLUTION.

FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER, 2016.

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONALS BY PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE.

TOPIC
THE SURE SOLUTION.

MEMORISE:
Pray without ceasing.
1 Thessalonians 5:17.

READ: James 5:13-16
13 Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.

14 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:

15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.

16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Ezekiel 7-9, Psalms 66:10-20.

MESSAGE
Prayer is a means of communicating with God, it is primarily offered by addressing God directly in the name of Jesus. Prayer may include petition, entreaty, supplication, thanksgiving, praise, hymns, and lament. The Bible stresses the importance of prayer and commends a life of prayer that is characterized by simplicity of expression, sincerity of heart and trust in God’s ability. It is important to note that prayer plays a vital role in our quest to access more of God’s glory. It is a ladder we can climb to enter into God’s presence. The more you pray, the more of His presence you will encounter, leading you into more of His glory. At the mount of Transfiguration, when the Lord moved His prayer gear to a higher level, He saw Himself in the presence of His Father and His clothes shone with God’s glory (Luke 9:29). After this experience, Jesus returned to the domains of men, empowered to gain victory over men, demons and challenges that came His way. Prayer is the sure answer and the ultimate solution to all problems and challenges of life. God commanded us to pray in Jeremiah 33:3 by saying:
“Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.”

Through the instrumentality of prayer, there is no problem too big that cannot be solved; the issue is: many people are too lazy to pray their way into God’s presence to enable them access the level of glory they require to reign over Satan, situations, circumstances and their fears. Wake up! Rise up in prayer and begin to pray your way into His presence today! Bear in mind the evil judgment and all manners of calamities always befall those that do not pray. God wants His children to develop the habit of praying always, 1 Thessalonians 5:17says: “Pray without ceasing”; Romans 12:12 talks about “…Continuing instant in prayer”; and Luke 18:1 says, “….men ought always to pray, and not to faint.” Children of God have no excuse for operating a prayer-less life.James 4:2 says:
“Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not.”
The Word of God makes it very clear that the failure of many among the people of God is not due to laziness, lack of ambition, or poor preparation, but to a lack of prayer. According to 2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray…”

Many personal problems of individual Christians and some corporate challenges in the Body of Christ will turn to testimonies if any God’s people will pray.  

HYMN
SING 6 "WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS".

PRAYER POINT
Father, please rekindle the fire of prayer in my life in Jesus’ name.

HYMN
SING HYMN 6

1 What a Friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
Everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry
Everything to God in prayer!

2 Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
Who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.

3 Are we weak and heavy-laden,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,
Thou wilt find a solace there.

Open Heavens 20 September 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Oldest Workman of God

Open Heavens 20 September 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Oldest Workman of God

Topic: The Oldest Workman of God [Tuesday 20, September 2016]

Memorise: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.– John 1:1

Read: Proverbs 8:22-35 (KJV)

22 The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.

23 I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.

24 When there were no depths, I was brought forth; when there were no fountains abounding with water.

25 Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth:

26 While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.

27 When he prepared the heavens, I was there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth:

28 When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep:

29 When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:

30 Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him;

31 Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.

32 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.

33 Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.

34 Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors.

35 For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD.

Bible in One Year: Lamentations 3-5, Psalms 64

MESSAGE:

The very first indication of God’s work in creation is recorded in the book of Genesis chapter one. The oldest workman of God would therefore be referring to a character involved in the activities at the beginning of all things. Proverbs 8:22-23 hints as fellows:

“22 The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old. 23 I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.”

And John 1:1-3 says,

“1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.”

The oldest worker of God in the person of our Lord Jesus Christ (Hebrews 7:3), is a personality having neither beginning of days nor end of life. He is without father, without mother, no descendants; He lives in eternity and abides forever. The Bible says that the Almighty God possessed Jesus in the very beginning, before His works of old. This is a mystery. He was with God in the beginning of creation and all things were made by Him, whether visible or invisible, physical or spiritual. Psalms 19:1-2 says:

“1 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. 2 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge.”

His excellent knowledge and perfect wisdom is visibly evident everywhere in creation. The Heavens declared His glory, and His perfect creativity is revealed in nature; the beautiful landscape, waterfalls, mountains, valleys, and all the rivers in their places; the beautiful flowers and birds that sing, all the small and great animals of the earth, and the abundant life under the seas; the moon, the stars and the heavenly hosts, the appointed seasons, all these are wonders of His creation. Also by Him, God established the clouds above, and strengthened the fountains of the deep. He decreed to the sea, that the waters should not pass the set boundary when he appointed the foundations of the earth. Our Lord Jesus is great in power and excellent in glory, may His name be praised forever. Let somebody shout Hallelujah.

Prayer Point: Father, thank you for a beautiful world, and a magnificent universe.   

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 19 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Fulfil your Promise O Lord

Open Heavens 19 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Fulfil your Promise O Lord

Topic: Fulfil your Promise O Lord [Monday 19, September 2016]

Memorise: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. – Matthew 28:20

Read: John 14:12-18 (KJV)

12 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.

13 And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

14 If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it.

15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.

16 And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;

17 Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.

18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.

Bible in One Year: Lamentations 1-2, Psalms 63

MESSAGE:

A promise is an express assurance to fulfil an intention upon which expectation is based. The promises of God reveal His specific and eternal purpose to which he is irreversibly committed and upon which Christians can totally depend. These promises are conditional upon obedience on the part of Children of God. God’s promises are irrevocable and He is absolutely trustworthy to make good His promises to His children.

Whenever the fulfilment of a long standing promise is overdue, God will create an opportunity for divine favour, and God does not only give you an opportunity to key into it by sowing, but will also personally make a demand of you. When the time Heaven has set to favour a person comes, the promises suddenly assume the form of being ‘Yes and Amen’ in the life of the favoured. After waiting for 24 years of a promise from God, at the time of God’s favour, the Lord suddenly changed His promise to Abraham into an irreversible decree. Similarly, after Peter was promised a harvest of men in Luke 5:8-11, nothing happened for the first three years. Peter must have wondered if the Lord had forgotten, but He did not. Finally, at the arrival of the Holy Ghost, being the day of his favour, the one who could not ‘catch a human fish’ started to harvest thousands from every sermon. When God gives you a promise, wait on it until the day of your favour. Do not let go until that day, for that is the time of its fulfilment. Every promise the Lord has made to you shall come to pass this season in Jesus’ name.

In 1979, I went with my Father in the Lord in the company of four others to a Kenneth Hagin camp meeting in the United States of America. That was our first trip to the USA. As the meeting ended on Saturday, we decided to worship in a local church the following day. While translating the message to my father in the Lord, since he could not speak, read, write or understand English, the preacher suddenly walked to him and said: “Thus saith the Lord, What I told you several years ago will soon be fulfilled”. And he returned to continue his message. When we got to our hotel later that day and I told him what the preacher said, he broke down in tears saying that when RCCG started, the Lord promised that if he would keep to certain conditions, He would ensure that the church spreads throughout the world. As at the time of this camp meeting, the church had only 39 parishes in addition to the Headquarter church. Not so long after my father in the Lord went home to glory in 1980, we had over 4,000 parishes in Lagos State alone; today our presence is felt in all 36 states in Nigeria and in more than 178 nations of the world because our time of favour came. This season, the Lord will fulfil pending promises in your life.

Prayer Point: Father, please my eyes are on you, fulfil your promises in my life in Jesus’ name.   

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 18 September 2016: Sunday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Know your Limit

Open Heavens 18 September 2016: Sunday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Know your Limit

Topic: Know your Limit [Sunday 18, September 2016]

Memorise: For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. –Romans 12:3

Read: Romans 12:3-10 (KJV)

3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.

4 For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office:

5 So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.

6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith;

7 Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching;

8 Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness.

9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;

Bible in One Year: Jeremiah 52, Psalms 62

MESSAGE:

The common saying that no man is an Island comes to play in a very strong way here. The meaning of the title ‘Know Your Limit’ as explained in the memory verse for today can only be properly understood in the light of Biblical doctrine. Theology is a big word that simply means the study of God; it is an indispensable part of spiritual learning. Divine truths are closely related to each other, and cannot be viewed in their right proportions or taught rightly except in their mutual connection. God inspired several individuals in the writing of the Bible, there is no book of the Bible that is complete in itself, each one depends on others to give complete knowledge of any aspect of Biblical Doctrine. Some tell the beginning, while others tell the middle or tail end of the story. For example, the doctrine of salvation, baptism, communion, divine healing, sin and the second coming of Jesus, cannot be fully understood by reading any one book of the Bible. This is the reason why 1 Corinthians 2:13 says:

“Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual.”

Therefore, in order for us to remain in tune with the Holy Ghost, we as Christians must be conscious of our limitations as human beings. First, we only know in part, our knowledge of anything is at best partial or subjective and dependent on available information. We must therefore acknowledge the general human limitations and our individual limitations in accordance with the mighty knowledge of God. This is the only way to remain humble and teachable, the only way to focus on the Spirit of the Word always, rather than the letter which kills (2 Corinthians 3:6)

This is the only way to be “approved unto God” and to “rightly divide the word of truth.” Note that the study of any particular Bible truth in isolation, without considering its relations to other Bible truths, is a common cause of narrowness which frequently produces heresy. 

Prayer Point: Father, please help me to know my limits and be focused on the spirit in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 16 September 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Source of Satisfaction

Open Heavens 16 September 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Source of Satisfaction

Topic: The Source of Satisfaction [Friday 16, September 2016]

Memorise: But godliness with contentment is great gain. – 1 Timothy 6:6

Read: 1 Timothy 6:3-11 (KJV)

3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness;

4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,

5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.

7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.

8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.

9 But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.

10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.

Bible in One Year: Jeremiah 49:23-50:46, Psalms 60

MESSAGE:

Satisfaction is a state of contentment or fulfilment that only God can bring into reality. The scripture advocates that children of God should cultivate contentment. We are therefore expected to be contented spiritually, financially, materially and in our marriages. We should be contented with the things and people that God has put around us. Satisfaction is made possible as a result of God’s good provision made available through the atoning death of our Lord Jesus Christ.Ecclesiastes 3:13 says:

“And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it is the gift of God.”

The above passage indicates that contentment or satisfaction is a gift from God; it does not develop from the desire of man. As a matter of fact Ecclesiastes 5:10 says,

“He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity.”

Covetousness and accumulation of wealth has its attendant problems. One of such problems is a lack of satisfaction. Those who love money will never be satisfied with what they have, no matter how much they have, they will continue to desire more. I once had a friend, who at the age of 70 had so much money in one of his several bank accounts; he could not exhaust it for another 200 years. Whenever you visit him, you will meet him planning to invest some more. The rich are ever striving with each other. They will say, “Mr. A has just built another house or bought another car, I must follow suit”. They are never satisfied. Satisfaction is a precious virtue that every believer must have. Are you caught in the rat race for earthly possession? Ask God to give you satisfaction or contentment without which that wealth will become a deadly trap.

Whenever wealth comes as a blessing within the context of holiness and the fear of God, such wealth is always accompanied by contentment or satisfaction. This is whyPsalms 17:15 says:

“As for me, I will behold thy face in righteousness: I shall be satisfied, when I awake, with thy likeness.”

Because the source of the blessing is God, satisfaction is naturally inclusive in the package. 1 Timothy 6:6-8 goes on to say:

“6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.”

This passage shows that a child of God should be more concerned about the source of blessing and the attending satisfaction than accumulation of wealth.

Prayer Point: Father, you are my Source, please let my propensity come with contentment in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

Open Heavens 15 September 2016: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – You are not Condemned

Open Heavens 15 September 2016: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – You are not Condemned

Topic: You are not Condemned [Thursday 15, September 2016]

Memorise: For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things. –1 John 3:20

Read: Genesis 3:6-10 (KJV)

6 And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat.

7 And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons.

8 And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden.

9 And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, Where art thou?

10 And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself.

Bible in One Year: Jeremiah 47:1-49:22, Psalms 59

MESSAGE:

Self condemnation is a natural phenomenon that feeds on the human awareness of guilt. In the book of Genesis 3:10, Adam and Eve disobeyed God and without anyone scolding them, they were condemned in their hearts:

“And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself.”

Self condemnation is not the same as sorrow for sin. Sorrow for sin leads to repentance but self-condemnation leads to fear, inferiority complex and low self-esteem. The Bible teaches that God has offered us forgiveness of sin through the death of Jesus Christ. Self-condemnation produces feelings of shame, disgrace, fear, terror, and depression, according to Ezra 9:6, that says:

“…O my God, I am ashamed and blush to lift up my face to thee, my God: for our iniquities are increased over our head, and our trespass is grown up unto the heavens.”

And Isaiah 6:5:

“Then said I, Woe is me! for I am undone; because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.”

Self-condemnation could sometimes be very dangerous in cases where it develops into depression, because it has succeeded in sending some people to their early graves. In Matthew 27:5, Judas Iscariot suffered from serious guilt and self-condemnation,

“And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged himself.”

May the Lord deliver a user of this devotional suffering from guilt and self-condemnation today in Jesus’ name. Furthermore, 2 Corinthians 7:10 says:

“For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death.”

The sorrow of the world is synonymous with guilt and self-condemnation, the Bible says it brings death. Guilt defiles human life, produces feelings of anguish, despair, shame and disgrace. Guilt also produces feelings of unworthiness as in the case of the prodigal son in Luke 15:21. In the Name that is above all other names, the power of self-condemnation is broken in your life today.

Prayer Point: Father, please let your perfect love drive away every iota of self-condemnation in my life in the name of Jesus.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.

WEDNESDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER, 2016 OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE TOPIC WELL GROUNDED?

WEDNESDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER, 2016

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE

TOPIC
WELL GROUNDED?

MEMORISE:
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love. Ephesians 3:17.

READ: Matthew 13:3-9.
3 And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow;

4 And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up:

5 Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth:

6 And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away.

7 And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them:

8 But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold.

9 Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Jeremiah 44-46, Psalms 58

MESSAGE
To be well grounded is to be stable, firm and immovable. Stability is the state of being in a firm or unwavering situation, whether spiritually, physically, or emotionally. Stability is an important element of a settled life before God. God is popularly called Everlasting Rock, the Rock of Ages. God is very stable and dependable; you can completely rest in His love. That is why Hebrews 13:8 says:
“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.”

Therefore, stability in the life of Christians is based on God’s unchanging nature. 2 Samuel 7:16 says:
“And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established forever.”

Stability is required in order to resist and repel spiritual assault by the enemy, stability depends upon firmness of faith, and stability is a very important aim of the Christian ministry. An unstable Christian is a baby in the Lord who is yet to find his or her proper footing. Whenever they are exposed to the misbehaviour of other Christians, especially those considered as more mature than they are, it shakes them to the foundation of their belief. They usually look up to fellow men or women as their perfect examples, and therefore put much premium on such people. Consequently, the fall of such individuals may affect them to the point of taking a decision to stop serving God. They are easily tossed to and fro by every wind of doctrine according to Ephesians 4:14:
“That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;”

Are you well grounded in the faith? Are you stable and dependable? Are you settled in your mind about important doctrines of the Bible? Or are you a confused person that is not very sure of what you believe? One of the terrible weaknesses of unstable Christians is the danger of falling victim to fake prophets and false teachers. Some have many ‘fathers and mothers in the Lord’; they are therefore eating regularly from different spiritual pots, making themselves victims of doctrinal confusion. I pray that God will establish you and plant your feet on the Rock of Ages forever in Jesus’ name.

HYMN
SING HYMN 9 “MY FAITH HAS FOUND A RESTING PLACE”.

PRAYER POINT
Father, please make me immovable, plant my feet on the Rock forever in Jesus’ name.

SING HYMN 9 ''MY FAITH HAS FOUND A RESTING PLACE''...

1 My faith has found a  resting place,
Not in device nor creed;
I trust the Ever-living One,
His wounds for me shall plead.

Refrain:
I need no other argument,
I need no other plea;
It is enough that Jesus died,
And that He died for me.

2 Enough for me that Jesus saves,
This ends my fear and doubt;
A sinful soul I come to Him,
He’ll never cast me out.
[Refrain]

3 My heart is leaning on the Word,
The written Word of God,
Salvation by my Savior’s name,
Salvation through His blood. [Refrain]

4. My great Physician heals the sick,
The lost He came to save;
For me His precious blood  He shed,
For me His life He gave.
[Refrain]

Open Heavens 12 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Almighty God

Open Heavens 12 September 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – The Almighty God

Topic: The Almighty God [Monday 12, September 2016]

Memorise: For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth. – Romans 9:17

Read: Exodus 5:1-4 (KJV)

1 And afterward Moses and Aaron went in, and told Pharaoh, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Let my people go, that they may hold a feast unto me in the wilderness.

2 And Pharaoh said, Who is the LORD, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I know not the LORD, neither will I let Israel go.

3 And they said, The God of the Hebrews hath met with us: let us go, we pray thee, three days' journey into the desert, and sacrifice unto the LORD our God; lest he fall upon us with pestilence, or with the sword.

4 And the king of Egypt said unto them, Wherefore do ye, Moses and Aaron, let the people from their works? get you unto your burdens.

Bible in One Year: Jeremiah 38:7-40:16, Psalms 56

MESSAGE:

God is the creator of Heaven and earth. He is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, the first and last, the one who knows all things and can do all things. All power in Heaven and on earth belongs to Him, which is why He is called the Almighty God. Though it is not possible for man to fully comprehend God, but a better understanding of His creative power, wisdom and authority can be made visible by considering the works of His hands according to Psalms 8:3-4:

“3 When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained; 4 What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?”

Consequent to the almightiness of God, whenever He says yes, one cannot help but wonder why anyone would try to oppose Him. But from time immemorial, human beings have been found in opposition to the Almighty God, all to their own detriment. Striving against God is the fruitless opposition of the ungodly to God’s will and purpose and to the struggle of the righteous as they seek to obey God’s commandments.

Many so-called Christians today are equally striving against God by holding a worldview that is contrary to the Word of God and by their sinful words and immoral actions. Incidentally, some are ignorantly striving against God like Apostle Paul in Acts 26:14

“And when we were all fallen to the earth, I heard a voice speaking unto me, and saying in the Hebrew tongue, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.”

It does not matter who anybody may do, if God says yes, no one can say no. God says inIsaiah 46:10

“…My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:”

Also Proverbs 19:21 says:

“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”

Do not resist the Holy Spirit, or be found arguing with God. Don’t ever try to attack God’s people or practice unbelief, lest you be found guilty of striving against God!

Prayer Point: Father, please don’t let me ever be found in opposition to your Word in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.