We understand your desire to recover what you believe is rightfully yours, but we must first address a critical matter in light of Scripture. The pursuit of lottery winnings—or any form of gambling—is not aligned with biblical principles. Gambling relies on chance rather than trust in God’s provision, and it often fosters greed, desperation, and financial harm rather than stewardship and contentment. The Bible warns us against the love of money and the deceitfulness of riches, which can choke our faith and lead us away from God’s will.
*"But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows."* (1 Timothy 6:9-10, WEB)
*"Don’t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves don’t break through and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."* (Matthew 6:19-21, WEB)
Instead of seeking recovery through worldly means, we encourage you to surrender this situation entirely to God and ask Him to redirect your heart toward His provision and purpose. If you have lost money in this way, repent and ask the Lord to teach you contentment and wisdom in how you steward what He has given you. Trust that He knows your needs and will provide for you as you seek His Kingdom first.
*"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."* (Matthew 6:33, WEB)
*"Let your way of life be free from the love of money, and be content with the things that you have. For he has said, 'I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.'"*(Hebrews 13:5, WEB)
Now, let us pray for you—not for the recovery of lottery money, but for a heart transformed by God’s truth, for freedom from the snare of greed, and for His perfect provision in your life.
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Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one before You, asking for Your mercy and grace to flood their heart. Lord, forgive them for any misplaced trust in worldly wealth or systems that do not honor You. Break the chains of greed, desperation, or anxiety that may have taken root, and replace them with a deep, unshakable trust in Your provision. Teach them contentment, Father, and open their eyes to see the treasures of Your Kingdom that far surpass anything this world can offer.
If there has been financial loss, we ask You to provide wisdom and opportunities for restoration in ways that align with Your will. Guard their heart from bitterness or covetousness, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Lead them to repentance if needed, and renew their mind with Your Word so they may walk in freedom and faith.
We pray all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and Redeemer. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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