Open Heaven 26 December 2024 – The Reason For His Birth (4)
Topic: The Reason For His Birth (4)
MEMORISE:
“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.” – Romans 8:11 (KJV)
Also Read:
Open Heaven 27 December 2024 – Redemption
READ:
Mark 16:16-20 (KJV)
16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
19 So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.
20 And they went forth, and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Revelation 8-11
Open Heaven 26 December 2024 MESSAGE
The reason for Jesus Christ’s birth includes the powerful impact of the Holy Spirit in believers’ lives. Jesus opened the way for the Holy Spirit to dwell in us, as stated in John 7:38:
“He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.”
Every believer carries the Holy Spirit within them, empowering them to heal the sick, raise the dead, and perform miracles. If you believe in Jesus, the signs and wonders that followed Him will follow you too (Mark 16:17). In fact, you can perform even greater works (John 14:12).
When Jesus died on the cross, the temple veil tore in two (Matthew 27:51), symbolizing that God’s presence was no longer reserved for the high priest. Now, every believer has access to the throne of grace and can perform miraculous works through the Holy Spirit. Don’t view ministers as the only miracle workers. As a believer, you can also operate in this power if you carry the Holy Spirit within you.
John 3:34 reveals that Jesus received the Holy Spirit without limit because He perfectly fulfilled God’s will. Similarly, the extent to which the Holy Spirit works in believers depends on how fully they obey and follow God. If you commit to living a holy life and spend quality time with God daily, He will increase the manifestation of the Holy Spirit in your life, producing undeniable signs and wonders.
Your life circumstances should not control you. The Holy Spirit within you equips you to command situations to align with God’s will. The devil fears believers who exercise their authority in Christ, but he preys on those who fail to use their God-given power.
If you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you carry a tremendous advantage because of the Holy Spirit within you. Start using that power today and watch as the devil flees in fear.
ACTION POINT:
When you encounter someone who is sick, boldly lay hands on them and pray for their healing.
HYMN 15 – Pass Me Not O Gentle Saviour
- Pass me not, O gentle saviour,
Hear my humble cry,
While on others Thou art calling,
Do not pass me by.
Saviour, Saviour,
Hear my humble cry,
While on others Thou art calling,
Do not pass me by.
- Let me at Thy throne of mercy
Find a sweet relief;
Kneeling there in deep contrition,
Help my unbelief. - Trusting only in Thy merit
Would I seek Thy face;
Heal my wounded, broken spirit,
Save me by Thy grace. - Thou, the spring of all my comfort,
More than life to me,
Whom have I on earth beside Thee?
Whom in Heav’n but Thee?
The Open Heavens 2024 Daily Devotional guide was authored by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical churches globally. The devotional app is available on all major platforms, including iOS, Android, and Windows. Use this guide daily for spiritual growth and empowerment.
