_The Bible has a lot to say about prayer! Here are some key points:_

1. *Prayer is a conversation with God*: "Talk to God as a friend" (Luke 11:1-4, Matthew 6:9-13)
2. *Pray with persistence and faith*: "Ask, and it will be given to you" (Matthew 7:7-11, Luke 18:1-8)
3. *Pray in Jesus' name*: "Whatever you ask in my name, I will do" (John 14:13-14, 15:16)
4. *Pray with thanksgiving*: "Give thanks to God in everything" (Philippians 4:6, Colossians 4:2)
5. *Pray for others*: "Pray for each other" (James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18)
6. *Pray without ceasing*: "Pray continually" (1 Thessalonians 5:17, Luke 18:1)
7. *God hears and answers prayer*: "God hears and answers prayer" (Psalm 66:19-20, Isaiah 65:24)
8. *Pray with humility and repentance*: "Humble yourselves and pray" (2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 18:9-14)
9. *Pray for guidance and wisdom*: "Ask for wisdom" (James 1:5, Proverbs 2:6)
10. *Prayer is a powerful tool*: "The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective" (James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18)

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*OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL*


*DATE:* TUESDAY 27, MAY 2025


*THEME:* TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR CHILDREN


*MEMORIZE:*
*_"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."_*
–Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)


*BIBLE READING:*
Deuteronomy 6:1-7 (KJV)
1. Now these are the commandments, the statutes, and the judgments, which the Lord your God commanded to teach you, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go to possess it:

2. That thou mightest fear the Lord thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son’s son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged.

3. Hear therefore, O Israel, and observe to do it; that it may be well with thee, and that ye may increase mightily, as the Lord God of thy fathers hath promised thee, in the land that floweth with milk and honey.

4. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord:

5. And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.

6. And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart:

7. And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.


*BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:*
Job 1—4


*MESSAGE:*
When Pharaoh said, “I won’t let the Israelites go,” he wasn’t talking about limiting them to a geographical location; he was talking about a different kind of bondage (Exodus 5:2). People who are in the kind of bondage that Pharaoh was referring to have no control over anything, not even their children (Exodus 1:1-22).

If a country’s government says that parents cannot raise their children in the way of the Lord, they should know that there is an evil agenda behind it. That is bondage, and they must not allow themselves to remain under it. Parents shouldn’t depend on any government to teach their children. Rather, they should take charge and teach them God’s values from His word. If a government insists that parents cannot teach their children what is right, they should move out of that place and go where they will not be under bondage.

Parents should check what their children are being taught in school and ensure they are not influenced to adopt a mindset that is against God’s will. They should also check the games they play and the cartoons they watch because, through them, something evil can be positioned to influence their mindsets. If you take charge of the children and youths around you, it will be difficult for them to be influenced by an evil agenda. If you are a parent, you must intentionally create time to teach your children God’s ways so that they will know Him for themselves as they grow. Let them spend more time with fellow believers, doing things that will make them grow up into godly adults.

When I moved to Redemption City with my family, my children were schooling far away, and they had to leave the house before 6am on school days so they wouldn’t be late for school. In order to have a relationship with them, we often ate our dinner in the car together as we drove back home from their school. As they grew older, I began to take them on evangelistic outreaches. Even when they were in the university, whenever I visited them, I ensured we spent quality time together. We would take walks and discuss the Scriptures; then, I’d guide them with God’s principles.

Parents, take charge of your children; don’t let the enemy win them over. God will hold you accountable for the children He has given you as He did with Eli (1 Samuel 2:27-31). Rise up to the responsibility of nurturing and training them in His ways.


*KEY POINT:*
Don’t expose your children to the enemy by submitting to societal pressures.


*AUTHOR:*
Pastor E. A. Adeboye.

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: M0NDAY 26TH MAY 2025

THEME: *REST ON EVERY SIDES*

MEMORIZE
1 Kings 5:4
But now the LORD my God hath given me rest on every side, so that there is neither adversary nor evil occurrent.

READ
2 Chronicles 14:9-13
And there came out against them Zerah the Ethiopian with an host of a thousand thousand, and three hundred chariots; and came unto Mareshah.
Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the valley of Zephathah at Mareshah.
And Asa cried unto the LORD his God, and said, LORD, it is nothing with thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O LORD our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude. O LORD, thou art our God; let not man prevail against thee.
So the LORD smote the Ethiopians before Asa and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled.
And Asa and the people that were with him pursued them unto Gerar: and the Ethiopians were overthrown, that they could not recover themselves; for they were destroyed before the LORD, and before his host; and they carried away very much spoil.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*Life on earth is regulated by time and Season. It says in God's word that there is a time for war and a time for peace*.

MESSAGE
*Life on earth is regulated by time and Season. It says in God's word that there is a time for war and a time for peace.*

Rest on every side, is very possible on this side of eternity as also shown in today's memory verse.

No king fought battles like the King David in Bible history, yet it came to a point in his life that God took over his battles and subdued all the nations around him subjecting them to tribute paying...

In the days of Jehoshaphat, God told him that he and his people will not need to fight in the battles raging against them. He further told them that the battle belongs to the Lord!

*We too can come to a point in our lives and in our walk with God that He takes away our battles from us and gives us rest on every sides.*

This is your portion today in Jesus name.

*Anything your eyes can see from God's word is possible to achieve, attain or receive.*

You can either chose to agree with God's word and attract what He says or argue blindly against His word and also face the consequences.

God is true and have no lies in Him, what He says He will do. Those who believe what He says, live in the atmosphere of His power and possibilities.

In today's text, King Asa saw the amazing help of God in the face of the worst battles of his life because he chose to believe in the unfailing abilities of God through His word.

To enjoy rest on every sides;
1. Make seeking God your highest priority in life.

See this scripture.

2 Chronicles 14:7 Therefore he said unto Judah, Let us build these cities, and make about them walls, and towers, gates, and bars, while the land is yet before us; because we have sought the LORD our God, we have sought him, and he hath given us rest on every side. So they built and prospered.

2. Maintain the attitude of gratitude continually.
2Chronicles 20:17-23;

Whilst Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah praised God, the Lord Himself laid ambushment against their enemies and killed to keep them alive. He has not changed!

3. Deliberately chose a life of obedience and Service to God.
Job 36:11 If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures.

ACTION STEPS
1. Put God first in every aspect of your life. Make Him your highest priority in life.
2. Chose deliberately to believe and obey God's word as a matter of priority and principle.
3. Maintain the attitude of gratitude continually.

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for today's devotional guide, I receive grace to enjoy rest on every sides in my life in Jesus name. Amen.

REMEMBER
*Life on earth is regulated by time and Season. It says in God's word that there is a time for war and a time for peace.*

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READINGS: Ruth 1-2; Psalms 46-47; Proverbs 30; Mark 3; Romans 4;

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HYMN
" There shall be showers of blessing " :
This is the promise of love ;
There shall be seasons refreshing,
Sent from the Saviour above.

Show - - ers of blessing,
Showers of blessing we need ;
Mercy-drops round us are falling,
But for the showers we plead.

2
" There shall be showers of blessing "
Precious reviving again ;
Over the hills and the valleys,
Sound of abundance of rain.

3
" There shall be showers of blessing " :
Send them upon us, O Lordl
Grant to us now a refreshing ;
Come, and now honour Thy Word.

4
" There shall be showers of blessing ":
Oh that to-day they might fall,
Now as to God we're confessing,
Now as on Jesus we call !

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African Igbo proverbs/ ILU NDi Igbo:
Onye Ndi iro gbara gburugburu , Na Eche Nduya Nche Ngbe nile;

English Translation:
He is Surrounded by enemies, should not forget to be vigilant always!!!
From :
Charliza Kalisia

Proverbs 16:3

“Commit to the lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

When you surrender your plans and dreams to the lord , he provides clarity and direction. Begin each day by praying for guidance, trusting that he will lead you towards the best path. This surrender can help you motivated, knowing he is working behind the scenes

*Here are some good morning Bible verses to inspire your day*

· Lamentations 3:22-23: "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
· Psalm 143:8: "Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life."
· Psalm 5:3: "In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly."
· Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him and he will make your paths straight."
· Philippians 4:6-7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

When you’re feeling anxious or worried: Philippians 4:6
When you’re feeling weak or overwhelmed: 2 Corinthians 12:9
When you’re seeking guidance: Proverbs 3:5-6
When you’re feeling afraid: Isaiah 41:10
When you’re struggling with doubt: Hebrews 11:1
When you’re seeking peace: John 14:27
When you’re facing challenges or trials: James 1:2-3
When you’re in need of strength: Isaiah 40:31
When you’re feeling unloved: Romans 8:38-39
When you’re seeking forgiveness: 1 John 1:9

Igbo Proverbs & their English translations:
1. IheOkuko bu Nmiri na achu di ya nkpa
English :
Its always a case "No holds is bared, while pursuing very important matters.

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: FRIDAY 23RD MAY 2025

THEME: *TRAVEL AT YOUR PACE*

MEMORIZE
2 Corinthians 10:12
For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.

READ
John 21:20-22
Then Peter, turning about, seeth the disciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord, which is he that betrayeth thee?
Peter seeing him saith to Jesus, Lord, and what shall this man do?
Jesus saith unto him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*We are called differently for different reasons, hence our uniqueness in everything*

MESSAGE
Life is a journey and we all travel differently, many times in different directions and with different assignments from God.

However, if we all follow God's plans for our lives individually and particularly, there will always be a converging point though we may be traveling in different directions.

As our capacities vary so also is our destinies. God built every person's capacity based on his or her destiny.

We are not the same, neither are we wired the same way this is because our purposes and destinies are not the same either. Each of us is uniquely different from others.

In today's text, Jesus reprimanded Peter for busybody instead of minding his own calling and assignment. *We are called differently for different reasons hence our uniqueness in everything.*

The donkey for instance is not as fast as the horse, it doesn't travel as fast as the horse, but it's a very unique beast of burden and transport. For instance, it covers an average distance of about 20km a day. It is not as smart as the horse, sometimes, we call people who are not smart donkeys; but the donkey is a very clever beast, it can memorise and remember any route it travels, the horse may not and must needs be guided always.

So even if you can't travel as fast as a horse, be glad if you can move like a donkey, after all, it is said that slow and steady wins the race.

Consider also that our Lord chose to use a donkey to enter Jerusalem. The king of Kings travelled on a donkey. The Holy family travelled from Nazareth to Bethlehem the birth place of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ, it took about 9days for them to get there in those days, (a journey of about 180km) however, the important thing was that they arrived on schedule for the birth of the Savior!

If you will focus all your energy on your goal and destination in life and keep on moving according to your strength and pace, you also will arrive on schedule.

Avoid the rat race of comparing yourself with other people, envying and competing with others. You will never be like them no matter how you try because you were created differently for different reasons.

Appreciate your uniqueness and celebrate it.

Shalom!

ACTION STEPS
1. Discover your uniqueness and celebrate it.
2. Avoid emulations and seditions.
3. Stay within the boundaries of your grace and mercy from God.

REMEMBER
*We are called differently for different reasons, hence our uniqueness in everything*

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: 1Samuel 17; Psalms 20; Proverbs 12; Matthew 13; Acts 13;

*REMEMBER TO ATTEND PRAYERS IN CHURCH TODAY BY 5PM.*


HYMN
Just as I am------without one plea,
But that Thy blood was shed for me,
And that Thou bidd'st me come to Thee,
O Lamb of God, I come !

2
Just as I am---poor, wretched, blind,
Sight, riches, healing of the mind ;
Yea, all I need, in Thee to find,
O Lamb of God, 1 come !

3
Just as I am-----Thou wilt receive,
Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve :
Because thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come !

4
Just as I am----Thy love unknown
Has broken every barrier down :
Now to be Thine, yea, Thine alone,
O Lamb of God, I come !

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