HOW TO EXPERIENCE OPEN HEAVENS

Title: HOW TO EXPERIENCE OPEN HEAVENS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:12
“The LORD will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands.”

Supporting Texts: Matthew 3:16, Malachi 3:10, Isaiah 64:1, Genesis 28:12, Acts 10:9-16

INTRODUCTION:
Open heavens signify an uninterrupted flow of divine presence, blessings, and revelation. It is a state where barriers are removed, and one enjoys direct access to God’s supernatural resources. This message will outline the steps to experience open heavens and sustain this spiritual dimension.

1. THE IMPORTANCE OF OPEN HEAVENS

a) Spiritual Refreshment:
Open heavens bring renewal and empowerment (Isaiah 44:3).

b) Divine Guidance:
God reveals His will under open heavens (Acts 10:9-16).

c) Abundant Provision:
Open heavens ensure God’s blessings flow in abundance (Deuteronomy 28:12).

d) Victory in Battles:
Under open heavens, God fights your battles (2 Chronicles 20:22).

e) Biblical Example:
At Jesus' baptism, the heavens opened, and the Spirit descended, signifying divine approval (Matthew 3:16).

2. KEYS TO EXPERIENCING OPEN HEAVENS

a) A Life of Prayer:
Prayer is a powerful tool for unlocking the heavens (Luke 3:21).

b) Genuine Worship:
Worshipping God in spirit and truth invites His presence (John 4:24).

c) Sacrificial Giving:
Generosity in giving opens God’s storehouse of blessings (Malachi 3:10).

d) Obedience to God’s Word:
Walking in alignment with God’s commands ensures open heavens (Deuteronomy 28:1).

e) Biblical Example:
Elijah’s persistent prayer opened the heavens for rain after three years of drought (1 Kings 18:41-45).

3. OBSTACLES TO EXPERIENCING OPEN HEAVENS

a) Sin and Disobedience:
Sin blocks access to the blessings of open heavens (Isaiah 59:1-2).

b) Lack of Faith:
Doubt hinders God’s move in our lives (James 1:6-8).

c) Neglect of Worship:
A lack of heartfelt worship closes the heavens (Amos 5:23-24).

d) Ignorance of God’s Promises:
Failing to know and claim God’s promises limits blessings (Hosea 4:6).

e) Biblical Example:
The Israelites experienced closed heavens due to their disobedience (Haggai 1:10-11).

4. BENEFITS OF LIVING UNDER OPEN HEAVENS

a) Supernatural Breakthroughs:
Open heavens release divine breakthroughs (Isaiah 45:8).

b) Continuous Divine Favour:
God’s favour becomes evident in all areas of life (Psalm 5:12).

c) Anointed Living:
The anointing for exploits flows under open heavens (Acts 1:8).

d) Peace and Joy:
Open heavens bring an atmosphere of divine peace and joy (Philippians 4:7).

e) Biblical Example:
Cornelius experienced open heavens when God sent Peter with the message of salvation (Acts 10:1-4).

5. MAINTAINING OPEN HEAVENS

a) Consistent Fellowship with God:
Daily communion with God sustains open heavens (Psalm 91:1).

b) Gratitude and Thanksgiving:
A thankful heart attracts continuous blessings (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

c) Holiness and Purity:
Walking in righteousness keeps the heavens open (Matthew 5:8).

d) Perseverance in Faith:
Persistent faith ensures uninterrupted divine flow (Hebrews 11:6).

e) Biblical Example:
Jesus maintained open heavens through a consistent prayer life (Mark 1:35).

CONCLUSION:
Open heavens are a reality for every believer who seeks God wholeheartedly. By aligning your life with God’s principles and cultivating an atmosphere of prayer, worship, and obedience, you can experience and live under open heavens perpetually.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, open the heavens over my life and family.

2. Lord, remove every barrier to my open heavens.

3. Father, empower me to live a life of obedience and holiness.

4. Lord, grant me the grace to persist in prayer and worship.

5. Father, release divine provision from Your storehouse.

6. Lord, let my worship attract Your presence and power.

7. Father, open the heavens for supernatural breakthroughs in my life.

8. Lord, fill my heart with gratitude and thanksgiving.

9. Father, release fresh anointing upon me under open heavens.

10. Lord, let Your glory rest upon me always.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. I declare the heavens are opened over your life and destiny.

2. You will experience divine breakthroughs and abundant provision.

3. Every barrier to your open heavens is removed in Jesus’ name.

4. Your worship will unlock God’s presence and glory.

5. The blessings of open heavens will manifest in your family.

6. You will walk in divine favour and unstoppable grace.

7. Your prayers will bring immediate answers from heaven.

8. You will never lack divine guidance and direction.

9. Every drought in your life is replaced with divine refreshment.

10. From today, you will live perpetually under open heavens!