Living Daily Under Open Heaven

LIVING DAILY UNDER OPEN HEAVEN

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:12

Supporting Texts: John 1:51, Matthew 3:16, Isaiah 60:1-3, Acts 10:38

INTRODUCTION:

Living under an open heaven means walking in constant divine favour, provision, and supernatural access to God’s blessings. It is the place where God’s blessings flow without hindrance, where prayers are answered, and miracles happen. The scripture in Deuteronomy 28:12 promises that God will open the heavens to bless His people abundantly when they obey His voice and walk in His ways. This open heaven is not just for special occasions but for every day of a believer’s life.

Jesus Christ is the ultimate connection between heaven and earth, and through Him, believers can experience this open heaven daily. When the heavens are open, divine resources, wisdom, protection, and power are released for your life and ministry. Isaiah’s prophecy in Isaiah 60:1-3 also reveals that God’s glory will rise upon His people, causing nations to come to them because of God’s manifested presence.

Today, we are challenged to position ourselves for this open heaven by living a life of obedience, faith, and continual seeking of God’s face. When we do, we live in the realm of supernatural possibilities and divine breakthrough.

1. THE PROMISE OF AN OPEN HEAVEN

a) God promises abundant provision (Deuteronomy 28:12): God commits to bless the work of your hands and open the windows of heaven to pour out blessings beyond your ability to contain. This abundant provision is a reward for obedience and faithfulness to His covenant.

b) Open heaven signifies divine favour (John 1:51): Jesus declared that heaven is open to those who believe, with angels continually ascending and descending on the Son of Man, connecting heaven and earth and releasing God’s favour to His people.

c) It releases divine authority (Matthew 3:16): At Jesus’ baptism, the heavens opened, and the Holy Spirit descended like a dove, marking the release of divine power and authority for His earthly ministry.

d) Open heaven attracts God’s glory (Isaiah 60:1-3): When God’s glory arises upon you, darkness flees, and people from all nations are drawn to the light of God’s manifested presence upon your life.

Biblical Example: Cornelius, a devout man, experienced an open heaven when God sent an angel to communicate with him, initiating a move of salvation to the Gentiles (Acts 10:1-38).

2. CONDITIONS FOR LIVING UNDER OPEN HEAVEN

a) Obedience to God’s commands (Deuteronomy 28:1-2): Open heaven is conditional on your willingness to obey God’s voice and walk in His statutes; obedience unlocks blessings and divine favour.

b) Maintaining a pure heart (Psalm 24:3-4): Only those who have clean hands and a pure heart are qualified to see the Lord and live in the realm of open heaven, as impurity blocks the flow of God’s blessings.

c) Faith and continual seeking (Hebrews 11:6): Living under open heaven requires faith, trusting God continually, and seeking His face persistently to experience His supernatural workings in your life.

d) Humility and repentance (2 Chronicles 7:14): God promises to hear from heaven, forgive sins, and heal the land when His people humble themselves, pray, and turn from their wicked ways.

Biblical Example: Elijah experienced open heaven when he prayed fervently, and fire came down from heaven to consume his sacrifice, demonstrating God’s power and approval (1 Kings 18:36-38).

3. BLESSINGS THAT FLOW FROM AN OPEN HEAVEN

a) Supernatural provision and increase (Malachi 3:10): God promises to pour out such abundant blessings that you will have more than enough, opening doors for financial and material increase.

b) Divine protection and guidance (Psalm 91:1-4): Under open heaven, God shelters you from harm, provides divine protection, and guides your steps through life’s challenges.

c) Answers to prayer and miracles (James 5:16): The prayers of the righteous avail much, bringing breakthrough, healing, and miracles into difficult situations.

d) Spiritual growth and revelation (Ephesians 1:17-18): God opens your spiritual eyes to understand His will and wisdom, giving you deeper revelation and spiritual maturity.

Biblical Example: Peter, after receiving the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, experienced open heaven and performed miracles, leading many to salvation and the growth of the early church (Acts 2:1-41).

4. LIVING DAILY IN THE REALM OF OPEN HEAVEN

a) Cultivate intimacy with God through prayer and worship (Psalm 63:1): Drawing near to God daily invites His presence and keeps the heavens open over your life, making His blessings accessible.

b) Walk in righteousness and integrity (Proverbs 10:9): Living a life of integrity secures your pathway and prevents spiritual blockages that close heaven’s windows.

c) Keep your faith active by expecting God’s intervention (Mark 11:24): Believe that you have received even before seeing the manifestation, and live a life of confident faith in God’s promises.

d) Serve others and bless your community (Luke 6:38): Generosity and kindness towards others unlocks the windows of heaven, releasing blessings not only to others but also to your own life.