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Albert Einstein prayer you can use to receive billions of dollars from God.

Rev. Dr. Cecil Wayne Thorn, ThD

I received an email claiming to include a letter from Albert Einstein to a friend about his daily prayers to receive billions of dollars.

ChatGPT helped me translate this letter. In reality, the letter discusses topics such as the weather, road conditions, tunnels, fog, and the journey to the telegraph station. It does not mention any special prayer for obtaining billions of dollars from God.

This is another SCAM the enemy is using to deceive you into believing that a specific prayer will lead to immense wealth. Don’t be misled by such false promises.

What does Gods Word say to do:

The context surrounding how God supplies our needs can be found in various passages that emphasize faith, obedience, and seeking God’s kingdom. Here are a few key verses and points:

1. Matthew 6:33: (KJV)

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

Key Points:

  1. Seek ye first the kingdom of God:
    • Seek: This implies an active pursuit. It’s not a passive wish but a determined effort to find and follow God’s will.
    • First: This indicates priority. Seeking God’s kingdom should be the primary focus of a believer’s life, taking precedence over all other concerns.
    • The kingdom of God: This refers to God’s reign and rule in our lives and in the world. It involves living in accordance with God’s principles, spreading the message of the Gospel, and working towards the realization of God’s will on earth.
  2. And his righteousness:
    • This means striving to live a life that reflects God’s character and standards. It involves personal holiness, ethical behavior, and justice.
    • Righteousness here is both imputed, through faith in Christ, and practiced, through a life that seeks to follow God’s commands.
  3. And all these things shall be added unto you:
    • All these things: In the context of the Sermon on the Mount, “these things” refer to basic human needs such as food, drink, and clothing (Matthew 6:25-32 (KJV) ). Jesus reassures His followers that God knows their needs and will provide for them.
    • Shall be added unto you: This is a promise of provision. When we prioritize God’s kingdom and righteousness, God takes care of our material needs. This doesn’t mean a life free from difficulties, but a life where God’s provision is assured.

In summary, Matthew 6:33 teaches us to prioritize seeking God’s kingdom and living righteously. When we do so, we are assured that God will take care of our material needs. This verse calls for a life of faith and trust, where God’s will is our primary concern, and in response, He faithfully provides for our necessities.

2. Philippians 4:6-7: (KJV)

“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

Key Points:

  1. Be careful for nothing:
    • This phrase means “do not be anxious about anything.” It is a command to avoid worry, which often stems from a lack of trust in God’s provision and control.
    • Instead of being consumed by anxiety, believers are encouraged to turn to God with their concerns.
  2. In every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving:
    • Prayer and supplication: Prayer is a general term for communicating with God, while supplication refers to making specific requests or petitions. This emphasizes the importance of both general prayer and specific requests in our relationship with God.
    • With thanksgiving: Gratitude is a crucial component of prayer. When we thank God, we acknowledge His past faithfulness and goodness, which reinforces our trust in Him for the future.
    • Bringing every concern to God means involving Him in all aspects of our lives, no matter how big or small.
  3. Let your requests be made known unto God:
    • This encourages openness and honesty in our prayers. God invites us to bring all our needs and desires to Him, trusting that He cares for us and is willing to listen.
    • It is a reminder that God is approachable and desires to hear from His children.
  4. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding:
    • The peace of God is a supernatural peace that goes beyond human comprehension. It is not dependent on circumstances but is rooted in the assurance of God’s presence and control.
    • This peace is a gift from God that calms our hearts and minds, even in the midst of difficulties.
  5. Shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus:
    • The term “keep” implies guarding or protecting. God’s peace acts as a guard over our hearts (emotions) and minds (thoughts), shielding us from anxiety and fear.
    • This protection is found in and through Christ Jesus, emphasizing the importance of our relationship with Him.

In summary, Philippians 4:6-7 encourages believers to combat anxiety through prayer and supplication, accompanied by thanksgiving. By presenting our requests to God, we are promised His peace, which surpasses all understanding, guarding our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. This passage teaches us to trust God fully and to rely on His peace in every circumstance.

3. Proverbs 3:5-6: (KJV)

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Key Points:

  1. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart:
    • This calls for wholehearted trust in God, not just partial or occasional trust. It means having confidence in His character, His promises, and His plans, even when circumstances are uncertain or challenging.
    • Trusting God involves faith that He is good, that He loves us, and that He has a purpose for everything we experience.
  2. Lean not unto thine own understanding:
    • This warns against relying on our own limited and often flawed perspective. Our understanding is finite and can be influenced by emotions, biases, and incomplete information.
    • By contrast, God’s understanding is infinite and perfect. He sees the bigger picture and knows what is best for us in every situation.
  3. In all thy ways acknowledge him:
    • Acknowledging God means recognizing His sovereignty and seeking His will in every area of our lives. It involves prayer, seeking wisdom from His Word, and being open to His guidance through the Holy Spirit.
    • This acknowledgment should be consistent, covering all aspects of life, not just major decisions or spiritual matters.
  4. He shall direct thy paths:
    • When we trust God fully, refrain from relying solely on our own judgment, and seek His guidance in everything, He promises to lead us. This direction may come through scripture, prayer, wise counsel, or a sense of peace about a particular decision.
    • God’s direction ensures that we walk in the path He has planned for us, which is always for our good and His glory.

In summary, Proverbs 3:5-6 urges us to place our complete trust in God, avoid relying on our own understanding, and seek His will in all things. When we do so, we have the promise that He will guide us on the right path, leading us in ways that align with His perfect plan for our lives.

4. Psalm 37:4: (KJV)

“Delight thyself also in the Lord; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”

Key Points:

  1. Delighting in the Lord: This involves finding our ultimate joy, satisfaction, and fulfillment in our relationship with God. It means prioritizing Him above all else and finding our pleasure in His presence, His Word, and His ways.
  2. Alignment of Desires: As we delight in the Lord, our desires begin to align with His. Our hearts are transformed, and we start desiring what He desires. This process of alignment leads to a deeper understanding of God’s will for our lives.
  3. Trust and Prayer: Delighting in the Lord also involves trusting Him with our needs and desires. When we pray, we do so with the confidence that He knows what is best for us and will provide according to His perfect timing and wisdom.

In summary, Psalm 37:4, along with these other verses, highlights the importance of seeking God, trusting Him, and praying with a heart that delights in Him. As we do so, our desires align with His, and He fulfills those desires in ways that are ultimately for our good and His glory.

In conclusion

The email claiming to include a letter from Albert Einstein about his prayers for receiving billions of dollars is a scam. Upon translating the letter, it is clear that it only discusses mundane topics such as weather, road conditions, and a journey to a telegraph station, without any mention of special prayers for wealth. This serves as a reminder not to be deceived by false promises of immense wealth through specific prayers.

God’s Word emphasizes faith, obedience, and seeking His kingdom over material wealth. Key verses such as Matthew 6:33 (KJV), Philippians 4:6-7 (KJV), Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV), and Psalm 37:4 (KJV) encourage us to prioritize our relationship with God, trust in Him, and make our requests known through prayer and thanksgiving. These teachings underscore the spiritual rewards of a faithful life, rather than the pursuit of material riches.

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IF MY PEOPLE!

Wayne Thorn

Rev. Cecil Thorn

2 Chronicles 7:14 (KJV)

14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

The last part of this verse  states “will heal their land”

I think some of us may have forgotten what prayer can do. We need healing in our country and around the world.

We talk, we complain, and we participate in marches for the topics we fill compassionate about, but we don’t hear a call to prayer much.

We as Christians have a mandate from God to pray.

Matthew 6:5–13 (KJV)

5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. 7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. 8 Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. 9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. 10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

Hear Matthew in verse 10 start off with When you pray, not if you pray, but this is how you do it. Then he goes and says in verse 10 “10  Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

The right kind of prayer has a passion for God’s glory and agenda. His name, kingdom and will have the top priority[1]

This day, I’m calling out to all of you to go to your prayer closets and start praying for this country of ours and for the world.

[1] David Guzik, Matthew, David Guzik’s Commentaries on the Bible (Santa Barbara, CA: David Guzik, 2013), Mt 6:9–13.

Still going….

Rev. Cheryl Eaton

When you seem at your worst: keep holding on. When it seems your faith is as small as it can get; keep holding on through prayer!

Often times through my journey it seemed I would give up! I kept hearing Christian teachers and preachers in my head saying to stay strong. I would remember the scripture that says: ” Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am gentle and humble of heart, and you will find rest for your souls…Matthew 11: 28-29(KJV)

All God asks of us is to be faithful. God asked His own son to be faithful and fulfill the earthly plan by coming to earth in the form of a human. Even in the Garden of Gethsemane Jesus had to pray in agony until droplets of blood seeped through the pores of his forehead. He was agonizing before God so he would not turn and run. Who in their right mind wants to put themselves over to be mutilated and tortured? Jesus had to get the mindset of the Father. He came through victorious because He sought the will of God.

You also will come through victorious! Keep quoting scripture that strengthens you and encourages you to continue to turn the battle over to God!

Keep going so that you can say to others as a testimony: Still going for Christ!

Is it wrong to pray for something specific?

Rev. Cecil Thorn

Well, let’s think about this, there are some very specific times when God’s people pray for very specific things, Like the healing of the man let down through the roof. His friends must have been praying that if they could get him to Jesus he would be healed (Mark 2:1-12(KJV). There was a time when Jesus’s mother asked Jesus to do a miracle at a wedding and He turned the water into wine (John 2:1-11(KJV).

These are two examples of asking God /Jesus to do something specific. Hezekiah asked that his life be lengthened and God did so by giving him 15 more years of life.

Now we must be careful about what we ask for because it may not be in the will of God for you to have some of the things we ask for. So let’s give it a test:

  1. Does it Glorify God in this thing
  2. Can God be seen in this thing
  3. Will this shine through you about God’s love for us

know there is a thing called the perfect will of God and we can do this by praying in the spirit to God. Here you don’t know what yours saying or thinking but you come into union with God about these things through this kind of prayer. God’s perfect will is not always what we would want it to be because God’s perfect will may be Life or Death, Wealth or poverty, etc.

I believe you can pray one way or the other pray for that specific need when you know it or pray for God’s will when you don’t know what to pray for.

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