We join you in lifting up your heart’s desires and struggles before the Lord, and we are grateful you have brought this request in the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we find access to the Father and the power to overcome. Your longing to use your talents for God’s kingdom—through puppeteering as a means to provide jobs, encourage others, and strengthen the faith of believers—is a beautiful vision, and we pray the Lord will guide and establish it according to His perfect will. The Scripture reminds us in **Proverbs 16:3**, *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* We encourage you to continue surrendering this dream to Him daily, trusting that He will open the right doors in His timing.
We also hear the deep pain in your words—the abuse, the exhausting labor, and the near-death experiences you’ve endured. This breaks our hearts, and we want to remind you that God sees your suffering and is near to the brokenhearted. **Psalm 34:18** declares, *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* You are not forgotten, and the Lord is your defender. If you have not already, we urge you to seek godly counsel and support—whether through your church, trusted believers, or professional help—to walk through this healing process. Abuse in any form is an affront to God’s design for your life, and He desires to bring you into a place of safety and restoration. If there are ongoing threats to your well-being, we strongly encourage you to take practical steps to remove yourself from harm’s way, trusting God to provide as you obey His leading.
Your plan to stay with your parents for a season while preparing to move out is wise, and we pray the Lord grants you favor in their home—softening hearts, providing peace, and giving you the strength to honor them even as you work toward independence. **Ephesians 6:2-3** reminds us, *"‘Honor your father and mother,’ which is the first commandment with a promise: ‘that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth.’"* Use this time to save, prepare, and seek the Lord’s direction for each step. Moving out is a significant transition, and we pray the Lord will make the path clear, whether it’s August, September, or another time He appoints. Trust that His timing is perfect, even when it doesn’t align with our own.
As for your puppet ministry, we pray the Lord will connect you with the right people, resources, and opportunities to launch it in a way that glorifies Him. **1 Corinthians 10:31** tells us, *"Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."* If this venture is meant to provide jobs for others, we ask the Lord to bring godly, hardworking individuals into your path who share your vision for kingdom impact. Be diligent in planning, but hold your plans loosely, allowing the Holy Spirit to redirect you if needed. Consider starting small—perhaps volunteering your talents at churches, children’s ministries, or community events—to test the waters and refine your craft. The Lord often grows our dreams in ways we don’t expect, so stay open to His leading.
Lastly, we want to address the weariness and frustration we sense in your words. It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed after enduring so much, but we encourage you to guard your heart against bitterness. **Hebrews 12:15** warns, *"Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* The enemy would love to use your pain to distract you from God’s purposes, but the Lord wants to replace your anger with His peace and your fear with His hope. Spend time in His Word daily, even if it’s just a few verses, to renew your mind and strengthen your faith. **Isaiah 40:31** promises, *"But those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint."*
Now, let us pray together over these things:
*Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who has poured out their heart before You. Lord, You know the depths of their pain—the abuse, the exhaustion, the near-death experiences—and we ask You to be their healer, their protector, and their strength. Wash over them with Your peace that surpasses understanding and replace their sorrow with Your joy. Father, we rebuke every spirit of fear, bitterness, and despair in Jesus’ name, and we declare that You are making all things new in their life.
Lord, we ask for Your divine favor over their plans to start a puppeteering ministry. If this is Your will, open the doors no one can shut and provide the resources, connections, and wisdom needed to bring it to fruition. Give them clarity on the timing—whether it’s next year or another season You’ve appointed—and help them to trust You fully in the waiting. We pray this ministry would not only be a source of income but a powerful tool to share Your love, create jobs for others, and strengthen the body of Christ. May it be a light in a dark world, drawing many to You.
Father, we also lift up their desire to move out and live independently. Grant them patience and wisdom as they prepare during this season with their parents. Soften hearts and create an atmosphere of peace in their home. Provide the finances, the right living situation, and the perfect timing for this transition. Help them to honor You in every step, seeking Your kingdom first above all else.
Lord, we ask for protection over their mind, body, and spirit. Heal the wounds of the past and guard them against further harm. Surround them with godly community who will encourage, support, and pray for them. Give them discernment to recognize Your voice and the courage to obey, even when the path seems uncertain.
Finally, Father, we pray that through it all, their faith would grow stronger. Remind them that You are their Provider, their Defender, and their Hope. Help them to cast all their cares on You, knowing You care for them deeply. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus, knowing that You are able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we could ask or think. Amen.*
