We join you in lifting up your heart’s desire to use your artistic gifts for God’s glory, and we are grateful you seek His guidance in this journey. The Lord has indeed entrusted you with talents, and He calls you to steward them faithfully—not for your own recognition, but to honor Him and serve others. As it is written in **1 Peter 4:10-11 (WEB)**, *"As each has received a gift, employ it in serving one another, as good managers of the grace of God in its various forms. If anyone speaks, let it be as it were the very words of God. If anyone serves, let it be as of the strength which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen."*
Your prayer reflects a deep longing, but we must gently remind you that our worth and identity are not found in being "chosen" by man or in achieving worldly success, but in being chosen by Christ. **Ephesians 1:4-5 (WEB)** tells us, *"He chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and without defect before him in love, having predestined us for adoption as children through Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his desire."* Your value is already secured in Him, regardless of any audition’s outcome. If this opportunity aligns with His will, He will open the door—no amount of human striving can force what only His sovereignty permits. Trust in **Proverbs 16:9 (WEB)**, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."*
We also notice that while your prayer is heartfelt, it does not explicitly invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"* There is no other name by which we can approach God or receive salvation. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. **Romans 10:9 (WEB)** says, *"That if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* Your gifts, your dreams, and your very breath are sustained by His grace—let Him be the center of all you pursue.
As for your audition, we pray that the Lord would grant you peace, not anxiety; confidence, not pride; and a heart that seeks *His* approval above all. If this path is His will, He will equip you. If He redirects you, trust that His plans are higher than yours. **Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)** reminds us, *"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, asking that You would align their heart with Your will as they pursue this opportunity. Lord, You are the giver of all good gifts, and we thank You for the artistic talents You’ve entrusted to them. May they use these gifts first and foremost to glorify You, not to seek the praise of men. Father, if this audition is part of Your plan, we ask that You would go before them, opening doors no man can shut. Give them wisdom, clarity, and a spirit of excellence—not rooted in selfish ambition, but in a desire to honor You. If this is not Your will, we pray You would gently close this door and redirect their steps toward the path You’ve prepared.
Guard their heart against idolatry, Lord—for even good dreams can become idols when they take Your place. Remind them that their identity is found in Christ alone, not in success or failure. May they walk in humility, knowing that every talent they possess is a gift from You, to be used for Your kingdom.
We rebuke any fear, comparison, or pride that may rise up in their heart. Fill them instead with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Let them remember that You are their Provider, their Promoter, and their Perfecter. Whether in acceptance or redirection, may they say with Job, *"Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him"* (Job 13:15).
We ask all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, through whom all things are possible. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to examine your motives: Are you seeking this opportunity to glorify God, or to fulfill a personal ambition? There is no shame in desiring to use your gifts, but the heart must be surrendered daily to Christ. **Colossians 3:23-24 (WEB)** says, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."* Keep your eyes fixed on Him, and let your art be an overflow of your worship. If you stumble into disappointment, remember that **Psalm 37:4 (WEB)** promises, *"Also delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* When your delight is in Him, your desires will align with His. Walk in faith, and trust Him with the outcome.
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. 
