Topic: God, So Approachable [Teens Open Heavens 8 November 2018]
Memorise: Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, –
Hebrews 10:19
Read: Esther 5:1-3 (KJV)
Bible In One Year: Jeremiah 49-50, Hebrews 5
MESSAGE:
When Queen Esther went into the inner court of the king, she risked her life, but because she obtained favour, the king stretched the golden scepter he was holding towards her. She was then allowed to approach the king and he made her an incredible offer. The first thing we learn from this story is that powerful kings are not easily approached except according to laid down rules. Even though it is this way with earthly kings as regards access, it is not so with the Kings of kings.
Today, to access God’s presence, all you need to do is to come to Him with thanksgiving and to worship Him with praises. However, never take such an easy access for granted! That easy access cost Jesus Christ His life! You must never approach His presence with sin in your life, if you do, it means you are taking God and that easy access for granted. You will not be given access except you first repent and forsake your sins. Come with praise and thanksgiving wrapped in holiness.
Prayer Point: Father, thank you for giving me access into your presence. Lord, let me never be denied access both now and in eternity.
Also Read: Teen Open Heaven Daily Devotional by Pastor Adeboye
Hymn 10:
1. What a friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
Everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry
Everything to God in prayer!
2. Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged;
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
Can we find a Friend so faithful?
Who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness,
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
3. Are we weak and heavy laden,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
In His arms He’ll take and shield You;
You wilt find a solace there.
Daily Devotional for Teen’s guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.
