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.

Biblical Example: Daniel maintained his commitment to God despite trials and was favoured with visions and divine open heaven encounters (Daniel 6:10-22).

5. OBSTACLES TO AN OPEN HEAVEN AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM

a) Disobedience and sin close heaven’s doors (Isaiah 59:2): Sin separates us from God’s blessings, but genuine repentance restores the flow of heaven’s favour.

b) Doubt and unbelief block blessings (James 1:6-7): Lack of faith causes instability and hinders the reception of God’s blessings; wholehearted trust in God is essential.

c) Neglecting prayer and worship weakens your connection (Luke 18:1): Persistent prayer is necessary to maintain the open heaven connection; neglect causes spiritual drought.

d) Selfishness and unforgiveness hinder grace (Matthew 6:14-15): Holding unforgiveness or living selfishly blocks the flow of God’s grace and favour in your life.

Biblical Example: Jonah experienced the closing of heaven’s blessing when he ran from God’s call but upon repentance, the heavens were opened again, and God’s mercy was renewed (Jonah 1-3).

CONCLUSION:
Living daily under open heaven is God’s desire for every believer. It means walking in divine favour, supernatural provision, and powerful encounters with God. Yet, this blessing requires a life of obedience, faith, humility, and integrity. As you align with these principles, expect God’s blessings to flow abundantly.

Commit today to walk in the open heaven lifestyle — where God’s glory shines on you, His favour surrounds you, and His power manifests through you. Stay close to Him, and watch the heavens remain open over your life, ushering divine opportunities and breakthrough.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, open the windows of heaven over my life.
2. Father, help me to live in obedience to Your Word.
3. Holy Spirit, cultivate a pure heart in me.
4. Increase my faith to receive from heaven daily.
5. Lord, release Your supernatural provision into my life.
6. Protect me and guide my steps under Your open heaven.
7. Answer my prayers and manifest Your miracles.
8. Reveal Your glory and wisdom to me continually.
9. Help me to serve others and bless my community.
10. Remove every obstacle that blocks heaven’s blessings in my life.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You will experience open heaven in every area of your life.
2. Divine favour and supernatural provision are yours today.
3. The Spirit of God will guide you into all truth and wisdom.
4. Your prayers will be answered with signs and wonders.
5. God’s protection will surround you like a shield.
6. You are a channel of God’s blessing to others.
7. The glory of the Lord will shine brightly on your life.
8. Every hindrance to your breakthrough is removed.
9. You will walk in obedience and receive God’s abundant blessings.
10. Heaven is open over you, releasing favour, grace, and power.