OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

DATE : SUNDAY 4th DECEMBER 2016

THEME : SATANS DELICACY?

Memorise:
Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat
sold his birthright. Hebrews 12:16

Read: Daniel 1:6-8 (KJV)

6 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and
Azariah:

7 Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel the
name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach;
and to Azariah, of Abednego.

8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion
of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the
prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

MESSAGE
The word delicacy is commonly used to describe a food item that is considered
highly desirable and usually scarce and expensive. Delicacies often have unusual
characteristics, flavors and tastes, thereby attracting the interest of the high and
mighty in the society.
Meanwhile, the devil uses a delicacy as a potent weapon to bring down his human
targets, and it was proven an effective weapon over the years. He successfully used
it against Adam and Eve, Esau, etc.

Examples of the devils delicacy include; A Job offer, A business venture or

proposal, a relationship
However, Godly people like Daniel know that delicacies have the potential to defile
a child of God, especially when offered as bait from the devil.
This example is highlighted in the book of Daniel 1:8;

8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the
king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the
eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

However attractive that meal was to Daniel .He didnt allow it to defile him. We
are presented with so many choices on a daily basis. Some of which may seem nice
and attractive, but they are traps and deception laid out by the devil.
I pray that you will never fall for any attractive proposition of the devil in Jesus
name.
Another example is Joseph in the book of Genesis 39:7 And it came to pass after
these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie
with me.
Vs 10 And it came to pass, as she spake to Joseph day by day, that he hearkened
not unto her, to lie by her, or to be with her.

The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the
LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalms 19:8

When oil is pure, it makes the lamp burn brightly. When a candle light burns, and it
comes across something impure, it suddenly goes dim, or off. If you do not want to
dim or quench the Spirit of God in you, keep off every form of defilement.
Evil thoughts will hinder the free move of God in your life. Acts of disobedience, selfwill and insubordination to authority are capable of putting out the fire of the Spirit
in you.
Benefits of Purity:
They shall see God: Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
He shall receive the blessing from the LORD: PS 24:4-5

Christians are the brides of Christ, therefore, God expects us to maintain our purity.
Psalms 119:1 says:

Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD.

The undefiled resists temptation and is without sin like Jesus was (Hebrews 4:15). If
you want to remain undefiled, you must watch against the lust of the flesh, the lust
of the eyes and the pride of life (1st John 2:15-17). To be undefiled, you must remain
in Gods way, keeping His commandments. Gods Word and instructions must be the
laws governing your life. Are you undefiled? How pure are you? No matter how pure

or undefiled you may be; there is room to press forward for a greater, higher and
closer walk with God. Are you ready to pant after more of God in your life?

Prayer Point:

Lord Jesus, I refuse to fall for the devils trick, please help me to maintain my purity.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR : Exodus 17-19 and Psalms 116