We join you in lifting up your heart’s desire to use your talents for the glory of God through puppet ministry, and we commend you for seeking to honor Him in your work. The Lord has a way of turning our hardships into opportunities for His kingdom, and we pray that He will open doors for you to create puppets that will be a blessing to many—especially in spreading the Gospel and encouraging believers. Your desire to use this craft for Christian media and outreach aligns with the call to serve others, and we ask the Lord to provide the resources, creativity, and connections needed to bring this vision to life.
We also hear the pain in your words regarding the injustice you’ve faced—being wrongfully dismissed from your job and the difficulties that followed. The Bible reminds us in **Ecclesiastes 3:1-3 (WEB)** that there is "a time to break down, and a time to build up," and we trust that God is leading you into a season of restoration. While the world may deal unfairly, our Heavenly Father sees all and promises in **Romans 8:28 (WEB)** that "all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose." We rebuke the spirit of injustice and disappointment that may linger from these trials, and we declare that the Lord will vindicate you in His timing. Your labor is not in vain when it is done for Him (**1 Corinthians 15:58**), and He will provide for your needs as you seek first His kingdom (**Matthew 6:33**).
That said, we gently remind you that our ultimate hope is not in earthly justice or financial restoration, but in the eternal reward Christ has secured for us. While it is good to ask for provision, let us also surrender our plans to the Lord, trusting that His ways are higher than ours (**Isaiah 55:8-9**). If this puppet ministry is His will, He will make a way. If He has another path, we pray you will be open to His leading, even if it looks different from what you envision.
We also notice the mention of unresolved bitterness toward those who wronged you (indicated by the repeated "#"). Holding onto resentment can hinder the work God wants to do in and through you. **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** urges us to "let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you." We encourage you to release this burden to the Lord, praying even for those who have hurt you (**Matthew 5:44**), so that your heart remains free to serve Him joyfully.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, asking that You would guide their hands and heart as they seek to create puppets for Your glory. Lord, if this is Your will, provide the materials, wisdom, and opportunities needed to bring this ministry to life. Open doors in Christian media and outreach where these puppets can be used to share Your Word and bring joy to children and adults alike. We pray for divine connections with those who can support this vision, whether through resources, collaboration, or platforms to reach others.
Father, we also ask for Your healing touch on the wounds of injustice and betrayal. Comfort our friend where they have been wronged, and help them to release any bitterness or anger into Your hands. Remind them that vengeance belongs to You (**Romans 12:19**), and fill their heart with Your peace as they trust in Your justice and provision. Restore what has been lost, not just financially, but spiritually and emotionally, so they may walk in freedom and purpose.
Lord, we rebuked any spirit of discouragement, fear, or distraction that would hinder this work. Let every puppet created be a tool for Your kingdom, drawing people closer to You. May this ministry bear fruit that lasts, and may it be a testament to Your faithfulness in turning ashes into beauty (**Isaiah 61:3**).
We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
