Isaiah 65:24
 “And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; while they are yet speaking, I will hear.”

Prayer is more than a habit — it’s a supernatural transaction. A moment where Earth speaks and Heaven moves. But what makes your prayer effective is what’s backing it.

When God said, “Before they call, I will answer,” He wasn’t pointing to religious routine. He was highlighting relationship and identity.

Cornelius: A Picture of Heaven’s Response

In Acts 10, Cornelius — a man who didn’t yet know Christ — has an encounter that changes everything. An angel appears and says: “Your prayers and your alms have ascended for a memorial before God.”

A memorial in heaven. Built not only by his prayers but by what backed them — his giving.

Cornelius wasn’t manipulating God. He moved God’s heart through persistent prayer and sacrificial giving. Even as an outsider, Heaven took notice.

Giving Is Spiritual, Not Transactional

God cannot be bought — but He can be moved. Giving isn’t about rules or manipulation; it’s about faith and identity. Most give out of principle or withhold out of fear. But fear enslaves. Faith releases.

Abraham gave everything — not out of pressure, but out of revelation. And what did God do? He gave more than the stars.

“Give, and it will be given to you…” — Luke 6:38

Poverty Is Not Lack — It’s Disorder

Poverty isn’t about how much you have. It’s a spirit. It’s disorder. It causes money to slip through hands and faith to collapse under pressure. That’s why God calls us to occupy — not just wait.

Luke 19:13: “Occupy till I come.”

You cannot occupy with:

  • A scarcity mindset
  • A blaming spirit
  • A lack of faith

When your giving is backed by identity, your prayers become powerful. When your mindset is aligned with Heaven, your life becomes fruitful.

Final Thoughts

Prayer that’s backed by faith…
Giving that’s backed by identity…
And a mind that’s free from fear —
This is the life that guarantees Heaven’s response.

Before you even speak — He answers.
While you are still praying — He hears.

Let your life be a memorial before God!

Blessings

Prophet Gebhardtt