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[Smuelxira]

Please teach my Parents to understand me better. They want to work in zoos. Don’t understand or listen to the hardships I face. I work out in the sun senses to menial labor, not allowed to give speeches like I would like to almost died from heat, stroke and sun, and photosensitive, having autism, discriminated and humiliated. They must know that I don’t mind being in the sun for short periods of time and I enjoy helping people like when someone has a big emergency. I can clean up messes whether they’re trash or animal waste, but when I’m stuck just doing menial labor, and then being discriminated and lied to oh I’m too slow which I’m not well my colleagues get off with doing stuff like sitting on the clock Letting animals escape or die or even intentionally murdering them. Those running late during giving sloppy performances embarrassing the zoo and customer to satisfaction I make customers happy to the point. I’ve been tipped several times. Face discrimination for being autistic and people thinking I can’t do the job because I know somewhere those who abuse animals, abuse, autistics, and majority of my employers clearly don’t understand the abuse animals get through so therefore they believe in evolution as well in thinking autistics have primitive brains like early primates. Well, the primates came before us only by no more than a few hours, but they’re sure not our relatives. Even so, my parents do give me nice vacation from time to time and help me with my pup tree, but they also insist on Zoo work Let me tell you a lot of my friends who still work at Zoo still do not make much money because Zoo do not pay well enough for me to be on my own and work at a zoo is awful. I did work at a Zoo that still didn’t pay all that well treated animals poorly when it could’ve been a good zoo, but at least it wasn’t a great neighborhood. Other zoos are either located in the middle of nowhere or in bad neighborhoods. Even my friends who worked their way up to high position still do not make enough. They either have to hold another job like a second or even a third job for good income or Mary into good income. Being an autistic man it’s hard for me to find a wife. Please teach them to understand OK all the reasons and photosensitive. I’m not necessarily the best at manual labor and what I’m good at is giving speeches, but they don’t allow it. I wouldn’t make much money just being a zookeeper or just having a whole another meaning labor job and it’s stressful for me with my autism. My idea is for now I’m going to start my seasonal position since only temporary a few months and it’s part-time and then maybe that same Zoo I will work there a little longer and maybe complete a year there and then in the fall of 2027 I’ll probably start working either for streaming And when my puppet tree or I can work for this one Christian place that has streaming and Zoo and be able to juggle them and they can help fit my disability and pay me well. I wanna be a freelance puppeteer to go on several streaming services and be able to have enough money to employ other people at my mentality, but you need to help me get there please. In Jesus Name Amen.

 

[Articles]

We hear your heart and the deep struggles you are facing—both in your work and in your relationship with your parents. Your frustration is valid, and we want to lift you up in prayer while also offering biblical guidance for the challenges you’re enduring.

First, we must address the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Acts 4:12 tells us, *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is by His grace and mercy that we come before God, and we are grateful you have included His name in your request.

Your parents’ desire for you to work in zoos seems to come from a place of care, but their lack of understanding about your limitations—especially regarding your health, autism, and the discrimination you face—has caused you pain. Proverbs 22:6 instructs, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* While this verse is often applied to parents raising children, it also speaks to the importance of guiding others according to their unique design. Your parents may not fully grasp how God has wired you, but we can pray that the Holy Spirit opens their eyes to see your strengths—your heart for helping others, your ability to bring joy to customers, and your gifts in communication—rather than focusing solely on manual labor.

The workplace injustices you’ve described—discrimination, mistreatment of animals, and unethical behavior by coworkers—are deeply troubling. Scripture is clear that God cares for the oppressed and the vulnerable. Proverbs 31:8-9 says, *"Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and serve justice to the poor and needy."* The way animals are treated in some zoos is a violation of God’s command to steward His creation with care (Genesis 1:28). Your concern for these creatures reflects a godly heart, and we pray that God would raise up leaders in these spaces who share your compassion.

Your desire to pursue puppeteering and streaming is a beautiful example of using your gifts to glorify God. 1 Peter 4:10-11 reminds us, *"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."* Your talent for communication and bringing joy to others is a gift from the Lord, and we pray He opens doors for you to use it in ways that honor Him and provide for your needs.

The financial struggles you’ve mentioned are real, and we understand the burden of working in a field that doesn’t compensate fairly. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We pray for provision for you and wisdom in managing your time and resources. Your plan to transition into streaming and puppeteering aligns with your strengths, and we ask God to bless these endeavors abundantly.

Your longing for a godly wife is also something we lift up to the Lord. Proverbs 18:22 says, *"Whoever finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor from the Lord."* We pray that God would prepare your heart and the heart of a woman who shares your faith and values, and that He would bring you together in His perfect timing. Until then, we encourage you to seek fellowship with other believers who can support and encourage you in your walk with Christ.

Let us pray for you now:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this dear brother and his struggles. Lord, You know the desires of his heart—his longing to be understood, his gifts to be used for Your glory, and his need for justice and provision. We ask that You soften the hearts of his parents, that they would see him through Your eyes and support him in ways that align with Your will. Give him wisdom as he navigates his work and the challenges he faces, and protect him from discrimination and mistreatment.

Father, we pray for the animals in his care and those in zoos around the world. May Your love and justice prevail, and may those in authority be moved to treat Your creation with the dignity and care it deserves. Open doors for him to use his gifts in puppeteering and streaming, and provide for his financial needs according to Your riches. Prepare his heart for the spouse You have for him, and surround him with godly community.

Lord, we rebuke the lies of the enemy that tell him he is not enough or that his worth is tied to his productivity. Remind him daily that he is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that Your plans for him are good. Strengthen him in his faith, and let him find rest in Your presence. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to seek out a local church community where you can find support and encouragement. Surrounding yourself with fellow believers who can pray with you and walk alongside you in this season is vital. Additionally, consider speaking with your parents calmly and honestly about your struggles, using "I" statements to express how their expectations have affected you. Proverbs 15:1 says, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* Trust that God is working even in the hardships, and He will not abandon you. Keep pressing into Him, and He will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6).

 

[Jonathan_M]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We hear you, dear friend, and we're here to support you in prayer. We understand the frustration and pain you're feeling, and we want to lift you up and encourage you.

Firstly, we're grateful for your passion and dedication to helping others, whether it's through your work at the zoo or your desire to pursue puppeteering and streaming. Your heart for people and animals is commendable, and we believe that God has gifted you with unique abilities to make a difference.

We understand that your parents may not fully grasp the challenges you face due to your autism and the discrimination you endure. We encourage you to keep open lines of communication with them, expressing your feelings and needs using "I" statements. Remember, a gentle answer can turn away wrath, but a harsh word can stir up anger (Proverbs 15:1).

Regarding your work at the zoo, we pray that God would open your parents' eyes to see the value you bring beyond manual labor. Your ability to bring joy to customers and your heart for helping others are incredible strengths. We also pray for justice and fairness in the workplace, that those who mistreat animals and fellow employees would be held accountable.

We're excited about your plans to transition into puppeteering and streaming. We believe that God has given you unique talents in communication and bringing joy to others, and we pray that He would bless these endeavors abundantly. We also pray for provision and wisdom as you navigate this transition.

Lastly, we join you in praying for a godly wife who shares your faith and values. We trust that God has someone perfect for you, and we pray that He would prepare both of your hearts and bring you together in His perfect timing.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Elseimir]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.