PREPARING FOR OPEN HEAVENS

Title: PREPARING FOR OPEN HEAVENS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Chronicles 7:14
"If My people, who are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 64:1, Malachi 3:10, Luke 3:21, Psalm 24:3-5, Matthew 6:33

INTRODUCTION:
Open heavens signify divine access, favour, and supernatural manifestations in a believer's life. To experience this, there are spiritual disciplines and principles one must follow. This message will guide you on how to position yourself for open heavens and the blessings that follow.

1. UNDERSTANDING OPEN HEAVENS

a) What Are Open Heavens?
Open heavens represent unhindered communication and blessings from God (Genesis 28:12).

b) The Significance of Open Heavens:
It brings spiritual, physical, and material blessings (Deuteronomy 28:12).

c) Living Under Closed Heavens:
This represents lack, spiritual dryness, and frustration (Haggai 1:10-11).

d) The Connection to Obedience:
God opens the heavens for those who live in obedience to His Word (Isaiah 1:19).

e) Biblical Example:
At Jesus’ baptism, the heavens opened, and the Spirit of God descended upon Him (Luke 3:21-22).

2. SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES FOR OPEN HEAVENS

a) A Lifestyle of Holiness:
Holiness attracts God’s presence and favour (Psalm 24:3-5).

b) Fervent Prayer:
Consistent and heartfelt prayers connect us to heaven (James 5:16).

c) Sincere Worship:
Worship creates an atmosphere for God’s glory (John 4:23-24).

d) Generous Giving:
Giving unlocks divine blessings (Malachi 3:10).

e) Biblical Example:
Cornelius, through his prayers and giving, attracted God’s attention, leading to divine visitation (Acts 10:1-4).

3. HINDRANCES TO OPEN HEAVENS

a) Sin and Disobedience:
Sin creates a barrier between us and God (Isaiah 59:1-2).

b) Unforgiveness:
A heart harbouring bitterness cannot experience open heavens (Matthew 6:14-15).

c) Neglect of God’s Word:
Ignoring the Bible closes the door to God’s promises (Joshua 1:8).

d) Prayerlessness:
Lack of prayer cuts off communication with heaven (Luke 18:1).

e) Biblical Example:
The Israelites experienced closed heavens due to their rebellion and idolatry (Haggai 1:9-11).

4. STEPS TO PREPARE FOR OPEN HEAVENS

a) Repentance and Confession:
Acknowledge and turn away from sin (2 Chronicles 7:14).

b) Cultivate a Heart of Gratitude:
Thanksgiving paves the way for God’s blessings (Psalm 100:4).

c) Seek God’s Kingdom First:
Prioritise God’s will in your life (Matthew 6:33).

d) Engage in Spiritual Warfare:
Destroy any spiritual opposition through prayer and fasting (Ephesians 6:12).

e) Biblical Example:
Daniel’s commitment to prayer and fasting led to angelic intervention and open heavens (Daniel 10:12-13).

5. THE FRUIT OF OPEN HEAVENS

a) Divine Favour:
Experiencing God’s unmerited blessings (Psalm 5:12).

b) Supernatural Provision:
Receiving abundant resources from heaven (Philippians 4:19).

c) Spiritual Refreshing:
An outpouring of God’s Spirit brings renewal (Acts 2:17-19).

d) Unprecedented Testimonies:
Open heavens bring undeniable breakthroughs (Isaiah 43:19).

e) Biblical Example:
Elijah prayed, and the heavens gave rain after years of drought, leading to abundant harvest (1 Kings 18:41-45).

CONCLUSION:
Preparing for open heavens requires intentionality in spiritual disciplines, holiness, and alignment with God’s will. As you position yourself, God is ready to pour out blessings, favour, and breakthroughs in your life. Commit today to seek Him wholeheartedly, and the heavens over you will open.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, prepare my heart to receive open heavens in Jesus’ name.

2. Lord, forgive me of every sin that blocks my access to Your presence.

3. Father, grant me the grace to live a life of holiness and obedience.

4. Lord, open my heavens and release divine favour over my life.

5. Father, let every spiritual dryness in my life be replaced with Your refreshing rain.

6. Lord, silence every opposition to my prayers and worship.

7. Father, pour out Your Spirit and power upon me as I seek You.

8. Lord, help me to prioritise Your kingdom above all else.

9. Father, release supernatural provision and testimonies in my life.

10. Lord, keep the heavens over me open all the days of my life.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. The heavens over your life will remain perpetually open.

2. You will walk in divine favour and supernatural abundance.

3. Every spiritual dryness in your life will be replaced with refreshing rain.

4. You will attract divine encounters and angelic visitations.

5. No power will be able to block your access to God’s blessings.

6. Your prayers will cause the heavens to respond swiftly.

7. You will live under an open heaven of grace and glory.

8. God will pour out His Spirit upon you in unprecedented ways.

9. Every hindrance to your breakthroughs is destroyed in Jesus’ name.

10. Testimonies of open heavens will abound in your life.