RCCG Open Heaven 16 October 2026 Daily Devotional by Pastor E.A. Adeboye

RCCG Open Heaven 16 October 2026 Daily Devotional by Pastor E.A. Adeboye – SHIELDED BY HIS WORD

Topic: SHIELDED BY HIS WORD

Memorise:

He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
— Psalm 107:20 (KJV)

Read: Psalm 84:1-12 (KJV)

1 How amiable are thy tabernacles, O LORD of hosts!
2 My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the courts of the LORD: my heart and my flesh crieth out for the living God.
3 Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, even thine altars, O LORD of hosts, my King, and my God.
4 Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah.
5 Blessed is the man whose strength is in thee; in whose heart are the ways of them.
6 Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; the rain also filleth the pools.
7 They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God.
8 O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.
9 Behold, O God our shield, and look upon the face of thine anointed.
10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.
11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
12 O LORD of hosts, blessed is the man that trusteth in thee.

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RCCG Open Heavens 16 October 2026 Today Message by Pastor E.A. Adeboye

The word of God is a mighty shield that defends us from negative things. Today’s memory verse tells us that God’s word heals and delivers from destruction. This means that when the enemy wants to destroy you, God will send His word, and His word will shield you from the enemy’s attacks.

If you are trusting God for the fruit of the womb, I want you to believe that your testimony is around the corner. This is because God has shielded you from barrenness through His word. In Exodus 23:26, He says: “There shall nothing cast their young, nor be barren, in thy land: the number of thy days I will fulfil.”

Also, God shields His children from poverty through His word. 3 John 2 says, “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” In other words, no matter how tough and challenging your situation might be at the moment, God’s word to you is that you will be healthy and prosperous.

Through His word, God shields His children from lack and hunger. Psalm 23:1 says, “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Through the word of God, you are reassured that the Lord is your shepherd, and with Him, you have everything you need. No need will arise in your life and remain unmet because Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is for you.

Psalm 84:11 says that the Lord will not withhold any good thing from those who walk uprightly. God will see to it that before a need arises, there is more than enough provision to meet it. Beloved, I pray that in any area you may be experiencing lack, your eyes will be opened to see God’s abundant provisions for you, in Jesus’ name.

Another thing that God’s word shields believers from is abandonment and loneliness. Jesus said in John 14:18 that He will not leave you comfortless. He also said in Hebrews 13:5 that He will never leave nor forsake you. This means that even if your parents or friends forsake you, He will always be with you.

Beloved, to be shielded by the word of God, you must know what He has said concerning you and truly believe it. A weapon you are ignorant of, or fail to use, cannot benefit you. Therefore, make it your daily practice to meditate on God’s word and obey it, for in doing so, you will enjoy His covering at all times.

Prayer Point:
Father, please help me to know, believe, and obey Your word so that I will enjoy Your shield at all times, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year:
Mark 8-9

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Hymn: Ancient Words

Verse 1:
Holy words long preserved
For our walk in this world,
They resound with God’s own heart,
O let the ancient words impart.

Chorus:
Ancient words, ever true,
Changing me, changing you;
We have come with open hearts,
O let the ancient words impart.

Verse 2:
Words of life, words of hope,
Give us strength, help us cope;
In this world, where e’er we roam,
Ancient words will guide us home.

(Chorus)

Verse 3:
Ancient words shall stand the test,
Time and change have proved them best;
Through the ages they endure,
Ancient words are strong and sure.

(Chorus)

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Open Heaven Devotional 16 October 2026 Commentary

Theme: The Burden Bearer shields you with His Word. God’s Word heals, delivers, and protects from barrenness, poverty, lack, and abandonment. But you must know it, believe it, and obey it.

Major Keywords: Shielded by His Word, healing and deliverance, protection from barrenness, prosperity and provision, never alone.

Commentary Summary:

• His Word Shields from Barrenness: Exodus 23:26 promises no barrenness in your land. Whether physical children, spiritual fruit, or the works of your hands, God’s Word declares fruitfulness over you.

• His Word Shields from Poverty and Lack: 3 John 2 declares prosperity and health. Psalm 23:1 says, “I shall not want.” Psalm 84:11 promises no good thing withheld from those who walk uprightly.

• His Word Shields from Abandonment: John 14:18 and Hebrews 13:5 promise He will never leave nor forsake you. Even if parents or friends forsake you, He remains.

• Key Truth: A weapon you are ignorant of cannot benefit you. To be shielded by God’s Word, you must know what He has said, believe it, and obey it. Meditate on His Word daily.

Reference to Theme: This message, SHIELDED BY HIS WORD, reveals that God’s Word is your defence against every attack of the enemy. It is a shield—but you must pick it up, know it, and use it.

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Action Steps:

1. Meditate on God’s Word Daily: Make it a habit to read and meditate on Scripture every day. You cannot use a weapon you don’t know.

2. Speak God’s Promises Over Your Life: Don’t just read the Word—declare it. Speak His promises over your health, finances, family, and future.

3. Obey the Word You Hear: The shield works when you walk uprightly (Psalm 84:11). Obey God’s Word. Live according to it.

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