Rccg Emmanuel Parish Abuja

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

DATE: SUNDAY AUGUST 6TH 2023

TOPIC: INCREASE YOUR SPIRITUAL CAPACITY II

MEMORISE:
"For the flesh lusteth against the spirit and the spirit against the flesh and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would." - (Galatians 5:17)

READ: ROMANS 8:1-13 (KJV)

1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.

3 For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh:

4 That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

5 For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit.

6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.

7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.

8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.

9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.

10 And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.

11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.

12 Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.

13 For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.

MESSAGE:
We learnt yesterday about the importance of increasing our spiritual capacity and a bit about how to go about this. Today, we would go a bit deeper in discussing how to increase our spiritual capacity. The main goal in increasing our spiritual capacity is to be more spiritually-minded; to be more like Jesus and less like our default human nature.

Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. - Romans 8:7

The first thing you must do is to surrender your life to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, be baptized by immersion, signifying your death to the flesh and a new life in Jesus. After this, you seek to be baptized in the Holy Spirit and invite Him to dwell in you and take control of your life.

Once the above steps are taken, you must begin to do less of the things your flesh wants you to do. Don't let your flesh control you. You cannot be spending all your free time on social media, attending parties or eating as often as you like. If you give your flesh everything it asks for, you will remain under its control and this can only lead to eternal damnation. Paul said in Acts 17:28 that it is in Jesus that we believers live, move and have our being. That must be your testimony too. You also need the Holy Spirit to keep the flesh under control. You are not strong enough to deal with the flesh by yourself (Romans 8:13).

To continue to grow your spiritual capacity, you must truly pray without ceasing, as (1 Thessalonians 5:17) says. If you are not willing to pray consistently and fervently at all times, you are not yet willing to increase your spiritual capacity. When you cannot pray in understanding, switch to praying in the Spirit. Fasting and studying the word of God daily must also become your lifestyle (Jeremiah 15:16). You must also seek to hear God at all times. Ask Him questions about things you don't understand in the Scriptures.

These steps may appear simple and straight forward, but many people find it difficult to do them consistently.

REFLECTION:
Are you increasing your spiritual capacity?

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: JEREMIAH 9-11

AUTHOR PASTOR E A ADEBOYE

HYMNAL: 10 - IN CHRIST ALONE

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

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

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

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

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL

DATE: FRIDAY AUGUST 4TH 2023

THEME: PRAYERS FOR YOUR COMMUNITY

MEMORISE: Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the LORD. Leviticus 19:16

READ: Leviticus 19:15 -18

15 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty: but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour.

16 Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I am the LORD.

17 Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thine heart: thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour, and not suffer sin upon him.

18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.

MESSAGE

Prayers:

1. Father, thank You for the people, the schools, the Churches, and everything You have planted in my community.

2. Father, please bless all families in my community. Strengthen all marriages, and let all children be taught in Your way.

3. Father, please let there be unity amongst the people in my community, in Jesus' name.

4. Father, please let Your presence be in all learning institutions in my community, in Jesus' name.

5. Father, please help all the Christians in my community represent You according to Your will, in Jesus' name.

6. Lord, please help all leaders in my community lead according to Your will, in Jesus' name.

7. Father, please let everyone in this community have an encounter with You, in Jesus' name.

8. Father, please let there be a great developments and progress in my community, in Jesus name.

9. Father, please put an end to every form of evil in my community, in Jesus' name.

10. Father, please drive away every form of disease from my community, in Jesus' name.

11. Father, please put an end to every unrest and disputes within my community and between my community and neighbouring ones, in Jesus' name.

12. Your special prayer request for your community.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 4-5

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!
United Methodist Hymnal, 1989

OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL

DATE: THURSDAY AUGUST 3RD 2023

THEME: INTEGRITY

MEMORISE: The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. Proverbs 20:7

READ: Proverbs 28:6 -10

6 Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

7 Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

8 He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

10 Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

MESSAGE

Simply put, integrity is being true to your word - that is, what you say is consistent with what you do. Everyone who calls himself or herself a Christian must be a person of integrity. Our Lord Jesus Christ said, "But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil" (Matthew 5:7).

When you promise to do something, that is what you should do. If for any reason you cannot fulfil your promise, you must discuss it with the fellow involved and explain the circumstances. You shouldn't go back on a promise without any explanation- that is not like your Father in Heaven, whom you claim to be like.

I remember when l had just finished secondary school and was looking for a way to sponsor my university education. I approached the authorities of a school in Ondo State and they agreed to sponsor my education on the condition that l would study Mathematics and serve them for five years after getting my degree. Although English was my favorite subject, l had no choice. When l graduated, l went back to serve them, but after two and a half years, l became restless: l wanted a Master's degree. After gaining admission to do my Masters, l appealed to them to let me go for it, assuring them that l would return to finish my bond. They didn't believe me, but after obtaining the degree, l returned to the school to continue serving them. By then however, l was becoming an embarrassment to them because l had a higher degree than my Principal. After another one and a half years, l appealed to them to allow me to get a Ph.D and return, but they said, "You are free to go and you don't have to come back".

The name of Jesus is powerful - so powerful that Philippians 2:10-11 says that at the mention of that name, every knee in heaven, on earth and underneath the earth should bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is Lord. As powerful as His name is, the Bible says He magnifies His word above it (Psalm 138:2). This is why we trust completely in the word of God - we know that He can and will do what He says He will.

If you say you are Christ-like then your word must be your bond.

Jesus always keeps His word: you should always keep yours too.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Jeremiah 1-3

AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE

HYMN 20: STAND UP,STAND UP FOR JESUS

1 Stand up, stand up for Jesus
ye soldiers of the cross;
lift high his royal banner,
it must not suffer loss.
From vict'ry unto vict'ry
his army he shall lead
till ev'ry foe is vanquished
and Christ is Lord indeed.

2 Stand up, stand up for Jesus,
the trumpet call obey;
forth to the mighty conflict
in this his glorious day.
Ye that are men now serve him
against unnumbered foes;
let courage rise with danger
and strength to strength oppose.

3 Stand up, stand up for Jesus,
stand in his strength alone;
the arm of flesh will fail you,
ye dare not trust your own.
Put on the gospel armor,
each piece put on with prayer;
where duty calls or danger,
be never wanting there.

4 Stand up, stand up for Jesus,
the strife will not be long;
this day the noise of battle,
the next, the victor's song.
To him that overcometh
a crown of life shall be;
he with the King of glory
shall reign eternally.

Are you ready???
The RCCG Annual Convention is here.
7th to 13th August 2023.
Don't be told, be there!!!!

Make it a day with us as we raise a sound....... where ever you are join us let's praise our father together

On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you Mr. OLUFEMI DAGUNDURO

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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What a history at RCCG Emmanuel Mega parish last Sunday. Dedication of 4 babies in one Sunday. The first triplet in the parish.
All glory to almighty God.

On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life as you celebrate a golden jubilee year today MRS TINA CHAMAN

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment, and everlasting prosperity in Jesus' Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you Deacon Yomi Osho

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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March celebrants.
Happy Birthday to you all.

On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you our Daddy pst E.A. Adeboye

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you our Daddy in the lord pst E.A. Adeboye

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL MEGA PARISH,*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you *Dcn. Francis & Princess Adesewa Precious*

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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A Nine lesson and Christmas carol event.

What a wonderful time in God presence ....

1. At 6pm, we begin to praise God.

2. After about twenty (20) minutes; we will cry to God for mercy. We will confess all our sins.

3. The last twenty (20) minutes; we will cry to God for mercy for our nation (Nigeria).

On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you Mr. Godspower Eze. U

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you Dcn. ESEYIN SAMUEL ENIOLA

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, MEGA PARISH, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you Dr. POPOOLA SAMUEL

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you a lot of blessings, Joy, Peace, upliftment and everlasting prosperity in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you *MRS. MARGARET OLUBUKOLA*

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you *MASTER ISRAEL JOHN* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you
*Mrs. Patience Rasheed* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to your *marriage*Mr. & Mrs. Rasheed Mayaki* .

May this year *wedding anniversary* of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy unspeakable* , *Peace*, *upliftment* *more money* in your accounts, good *health* , sound *mind* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).

We celebrate you both greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you
*Mrs. Stella Atema and Mrs. Patience Moses* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you both greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you
*Mr. Etido Sylvester Uma* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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Emmanuel Parish family weekend Medical team

On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to our Daddy
*Pastor Alphonsus Ekpenyong* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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On behalf of all of us in *RCCG, EMMANUEL PARISH, ZONAL HQ*, we celebrate God in your life for adding another beautiful year to you
*Mr. Kennedy Ammeh* .

May this beautiful birthday celebration of yours bring you lot of *blessings* , *Joy* , *Peace*, *upliftment* and *everlasting* *prosperity* in Jesus Name. (Amen).
We celebrate you greatly.

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