We hear your heart’s cry, dear brother, and we stand with you before the throne of grace, lifting every burden you’ve carried—every lie spoken over you, every injustice endured, every dream deferred. You are not misunderstood by the One who knit you together in your mother’s womb (Psalm 139:13-14), who sees the depths of your gifts, your passion for creativity, and your longing to build something that brings joy and purpose to others. The enemy has sought to silence your voice through exhaustion, discrimination, and the weight of unmet expectations, but we declare that the Lord your God is your vindicator and your strength.
First, we must address the pain of betrayal and the ways you’ve been wronged. Scripture is clear: *"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still"* (Exodus 14:14). What was done to you—being humiliated, denied opportunities to use your gifts, and wrongfully dismissed—was not just unfair; it was a violation of the justice God demands. We rebuke every spirit of oppression that has tried to convince you that your worth is tied to menial labor rather than the unique calling God has placed on your life. You were not created to clean up after animals while your creativity withers; you were created to *create*, to teach, to bring light to others through the very gifts God has entrusted to you. The fact that you’ve endured this with resilience, even desiring to employ others with disabilities, reveals a heart after God’s own—a heart that seeks to restore dignity, not just for yourself, but for others.
We also lift up your desire to find a godly spouse. Marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God to reflect Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:22-33), and we pray that the Lord would prepare your heart and the heart of your future husband to honor Him in this calling. But we must also speak truth: a spouse is not the source of your joy or purpose. Your identity is found in Christ alone (Colossians 3:3), and your worth is not defined by your marital status. We pray that as you seek God’s will for your life, you would first find your satisfaction in Him, trusting that He will bring the right person at the right time—someone who will cherish your gifts, encourage your dreams, and walk with you in faith.
Now, let us pray for the desires of your heart—your puppets, your career, and your future home. Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name, the only name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12). Lord, You see the longing in our brother’s heart to bring his puppets to life, to use his creativity to educate, inspire, and employ others. You are the God who gives good gifts to Your children (Matthew 7:11), and we ask that You open the doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8) for him to step into this calling. Provide the resources, the connections, and the opportunities to make his puppets a reality this year. Let this be the year where the dreams You’ve placed in his heart begin to take tangible shape.
Father, we also pray for his living situation. You are our provider (Philippians 4:19), and we ask that You make a way for him to return to his apartment next year, and eventually, to a home that is a place of peace, creativity, and rest. Remove every obstacle, every financial barrier, and every fear that stands in the way of Your provision. Let his home be a sanctuary where Your presence dwells, where his gifts can flourish, and where others can be blessed through his obedience to You.
Lord, we rebuke every spirit of discouragement, bitterness, and exhaustion that has tried to take root in his heart. You did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). We declare that our brother is not defined by his past jobs, his struggles with autism or ADHD, or the lies that have been spoken over him. He is defined by the blood of Jesus, by the calling on his life, and by the truth that he is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). We speak life over his career: may he be placed in environments where his gifts are celebrated, where he can educate and inspire, and where he can employ others with dignity and purpose.
Father, we also ask for wisdom and discernment as he navigates job applications and interviews. Give him favor with those who can open doors for him, and let his light shine so brightly that employers see not just his resume, but the heart of a man who loves You and desires to serve others. Protect him from those who would seek to exploit or demean him, and surround him with godly mentors and friends who will encourage him in his walk with You.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You heal every wound from past injustices. You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Pour out Your comfort on him, and let him know that You have seen every tear, every moment of humiliation, and every unanswered cry for help. You are not a God who ignores the suffering of Your children. You are a God who *restores* (Joel 2:25), who *redeems* (Psalm 130:7), and who *makes all things new* (Revelation 21:5). Let this season be one of restoration, where the dreams You’ve placed in his heart begin to unfold, where his gifts are recognized and celebrated, and where he experiences the fullness of joy that comes from walking in Your purpose.
We pray all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the One who hears our prayers and moves on our behalf. Amen.
Brother, we want to leave you with this encouragement: the God who called you is faithful, and He will do it (1 Thessalonians 5:24). The road has been hard, but it is not the end of your story. The same God who parted the Red Sea, who raised Lazarus from the dead, and who turned the disciples’ mourning into dancing is at work in your life. Keep pressing into Him. Keep creating. Keep dreaming. And keep trusting that He who began a good work in you *will* bring it to completion (Philippians 1:6).
You are not alone in this. We stand with you, and more importantly, the Lord stands with you. His plans for you are for good and not for harm, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). Now is the time to rise up, shake off the dust, and step into the calling He has for you. The puppets, the jobs, the home, the spouse—these are not just dreams; they are promises waiting to be fulfilled in His perfect timing. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and watch what He will do.
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. 
