Two Sides of a Coin – Open Heaven Daily Devotional | 22 August 2025

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Theme: TWO SIDES OF A COIN

Memory Verse:

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." - Psalms 119:105

Bible Reading:

Philippians 2:12-13

12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

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Open Heaven 22 August 2025 Message

Many things in life have two sides or distinct opposites, just like the sides of a coin. For example, there is the sun and the moon, male and female, etc. God Himself has two sides. 1 John 4:8 says that He is Love; however, Hebrews 12:29 also says that He is a Consuming Fire.

God is a wonder; many things about Him attest to this. He is a lamb, and He is a lion. When you talk of a lamb, you immediately think of a tiny little sheep that is so beautiful that you want to hug it, but when you talk of a lion, that is an animal that people do not usually mess around with. The Bible also calls God a sun and a shield (Psalm 84:11). While the sun can be so hot that people run away from it, a shield protects people and makes them safe. We also know God as the Alpha and the Omega (Revelation 1:8). He is the beginning and the end, the first and the last (Revelation 22:13).

While He is starting some things, He is putting an end to some others. He is the One who blesses a family with a newborn baby and stands faithfully by the side of a believer who is taking his or her last breath. The same God who is merciful (Psalm 103:8) is also terrible (Deuteronomy 7:21). Our God is unfathomable.

In your relationship with God, there are also two sides: God’s side and your side. As you work out your salvation with fear and trembling, He works in you to do His good pleasure (Philippians 2:13). If you say that because He is working in you, then you can continue to sin, expecting grace to abound, He will forbid that (Romans 6:1-2). Yes, He wants you to be with Him in a mansion in heaven (John 14:2-3), but if you don’t play your part to get to that mansion, you will end up in hell. I agree that Jesus Christ brought grace (John 1:17), but that same verse says that He brought truth along with it. If you reject His truth, which sanctifies you and keeps you holy (John 17:17), then you will not enjoy His grace.

Beloved, the side of God you see and experience will depend on your actions and inactions. Walk in His truth and obey His commandments, and you will experience His favour and mercy abundantly in your life.

OPEN HEAVEN 22 AUGUST KEY POINT

God is Love, but He is also a Consuming Fire. Whichever side of Him you experience is up to you.

Bible in One Year

Lamentations 1-2

Hymn

ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME

Commentary

This devotional reminds us that God’s nature is multifaceted. While He is merciful and loving, He is also just and holy. Believers should not misuse grace as a license to sin. God rewards obedience and truth; He disciplines rebellion. Our choices determine which side of God we experience—mercy or judgment. Let this truth guide your daily walk with Christ, encouraging holiness, faithfulness, and reverence for Him.

📣 Call to Action (CTA)

Which side of God are you experiencing today? Share your thoughts in the comments or forward this devotional to someone who needs it.

🙏 Prayer Points

• Thank You, Father, for revealing Yourself as Love and Consuming Fire.
• Help me walk in Your truth and obey Your commandments.
• Grant me favour, mercy, and protection in every area of my life.
• Sanctify me daily through Your Word and Spirit.
• Work in me to will and do Your good pleasure as I pursue my salvation.

✝️ Salvation Call

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, today is your day of salvation. Confess with your mouth, “Jesus, forgive me of my sins and come into my life,” believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you shall be saved. Welcome to God’s family!

📝 Open Heaven Quiz – Two Sides of a Coin

1. Which two opposing characteristics of God are highlighted in this devotional?
2. According to Philippians 2:13, who works in you to do God’s good pleasure?
3. What determines which “side” of God you experience?
4. Fill in the blank: God is the Alpha and ______.
5. What should a believer not use as an excuse to continue sinning?

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