Genesis 28:10-22
Then Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, “Surely the LORD is in this place, and I did not know it.” (Genesis 28:16).

There are places with perpetual open heaven around the world. I have heard of an open heaven characterized by a holy habitation that exists at the prayer mountain in Seoul, South Korea. Same has been said of other prayer cities and camps.

For example, there is a church in the city where I live, it used to be the headquarters of the parent church before its relocation to another city. Any time I was distressed, needed a touch from God or a place to pray, and I worshipped there in the morning on weekdays, I always knew that God was there.

Unknown to Jacob he slept in a holy habitation. His encounter with God unveiled that to him. He said, “Surely the LORD is in this place, and I did not know it … How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven” (Genesis 28:16 -17).

Friend, it is my prayer that we will be alert to know when God is in a place and respond to Him in worship. God’s presence thrives in the midst of worship. See Psalm 22:3. When we learn how to praise God, He will inhabit our praises and the heaven over our lives, gatherings, churches and cities would open. Think of these things. Shalom.

Your Turn

• Thank God for this word of life that has come to give us quick understanding.
• Pray for the grace to apply what you have learnt.
• Pray for your need and that of your church or fellowship.

Song: Glorious God beautiful King.

Further Reading: Isaiah 66:1 – 2.