MARCH: A SEASON OF OPEN DOORS

MARCH: A SEASON OF OPEN DOORS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Revelation 3:8
"I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name."

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:1, 1 Corinthians 16:9, Acts 16:26, Matthew 7:7

INTRODUCTION

The month of March signifies movement, progress, and access into new realms. In the spiritual sense, it represents a season when doors that were once closed begin to open supernaturally. God is the one who opens doors that no man can shut (Revelation 3:8). When He grants access, no force in heaven, earth, or hell can stop His plan.

Throughout the Scriptures, we see examples of how God opened doors for His people. Paul declared in 1 Corinthians 16:9 that "a great door and effectual is opened unto me." When Peter was imprisoned, an angel came and opened the prison doors, leading him to freedom (Acts 12:7-10). Likewise, this season of March is a prophetic time when God is unlocking doors of opportunities, breakthroughs, and divine favour.

However, for every open door, there are adversaries who try to hinder access. That is why believers must be spiritually sensitive, prayerful, and positioned in faith. As we step into this season, it is time to believe that God is granting us supernatural entry into our blessings.

1. GOD IS THE OPENER OF DOORS

God alone has the power to open and close doors according to His divine purpose.

a) God Opens Doors No Man Can Shut
Isaiah 22:22 declares that when God opens a door, no one can shut it. His authority is final.

b) God Opens Doors of Opportunities
Joseph moved from prison to the palace because God opened a door for him (Genesis 41:39-41).

c) God Opens Doors of Breakthrough
When Paul and Silas prayed and praised, God opened the prison doors (Acts 16:26).

d) God Opens Doors for Kingdom Advancement
Paul recognised that God had opened a great door for him to preach the gospel (1 Corinthians 16:9).

e) Biblical Example: The Israelites Entering the Promised Land (Joshua 3:14-17)
God opened the Jordan River, giving His people access to their promised inheritance.

2. BARRIERS TO OPEN DOORS

While God has promised open doors, there are spiritual barriers that must be overcome.

a) Unbelief and Fear
The Israelites missed their open door to Canaan because of fear (Numbers 13:31-33).

b) Sin and Disobedience
Sin can block access to God’s blessings (Isaiah 59:1-2). Obedience is the key to divine access.

c) Satanic Opposition
Paul acknowledged that even though a great door was opened, adversaries arose (1 Corinthians 16:9).

d) Lack of Spiritual Sensitivity
Many people fail to discern when God is opening a door for them (Luke 19:41-44).

e) Biblical Example: The Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1-12)
The foolish virgins missed their open door because they were unprepared.

3. KEYS TO ENTERING OPEN DOORS

Accessing open doors requires spiritual preparation and alignment with God’s will.

a) Faith and Boldness
Hebrews 11:6 says that without faith, it is impossible to please God. Step into open doors with confidence.

b) Prayer and Fasting
In Matthew 7:7, Jesus taught that persistent prayer opens doors: "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you."

c) Righteous Living
Psalm 84:11 states that God will not withhold good things from those who walk uprightly.

d) Spiritual Warfare
Some doors require warfare before they open. Daniel fasted and prayed for 21 days before the breakthrough came (Daniel 10:12-13).

e) Biblical Example: Peter’s Supernatural Deliverance (Acts 12:7-10)
Peter was in prison, but the church prayed, and God opened the prison doors.

4. OPEN DOORS LEAD TO GREATER RESPONSIBILITIES

When God opens a door, it often comes with new assignments and challenges.

a) Open Doors Require Stewardship
Every new level requires faithfulness (Luke 16:10).

b) Open Doors Bring New Challenges
The children of Israel faced battles after entering Canaan (Joshua 6:1-5).

c) Open Doors Demand a Closer Walk with God
The more God promotes you, the more you need Him (John 15:5).

d) Open Doors Are for God’s Glory
God blesses His people so that they can bless others (Genesis 12:2).

e) Biblical Example: Esther’s Open Door to Save a Nation (Esther 4:14-16)
Esther’s access to the king was an open door for the deliverance of the Jews.

CONCLUSION

This month of March is a prophetic season of open doors. God is granting access to new opportunities, breakthroughs, and divine connections. However, every open door requires faith, prayer, and spiritual alertness. We must be prepared to step into what God has prepared for us and walk in obedience to His will. No force of darkness will be able to stop what God has already set in motion for His children.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Lord, I thank You for setting open doors before me this month.
2. Every adversary against my open doors is destroyed in Jesus' name.
3. Father, I receive the faith and boldness to walk through every open door.
4. Lord, remove every barrier hindering my access to divine blessings.
5. Holy Spirit, lead me to the right opportunities at the right time.
6. I command every prison door in my life to open by fire.
7. Lord, make me a good steward of the opportunities You give me.
8. Every satanic opposition against my progress is cancelled.
9. Father, open doors of favour, prosperity, and divine help for me.
10. Lord, I will not miss my season of open doors.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS

1. This month, doors of divine favour and breakthrough shall open for you.
2. Every closed door in your life is supernaturally opened now.
3. No power of darkness shall stop your access to God’s blessings.
4. You will walk into new opportunities, and no man shall hinder you.
5. Divine helpers will locate you, and God will position you for greatness.
6. Your season of delay is over; this month, you shall experience divine speed.
7. Every satanic opposition against your progress is broken in Jesus' name.
8. The doors of financial increase and supernatural abundance are opened for you.
9. You will testify of great and mighty things in this season.
10. The Lord will go before you and make every crooked path straight.

This is your season of open doors! Step in with faith and watch God do great things in your life.