We hear your heart, dear brother, and we stand with you in prayer before the throne of grace. Your desire to use your talents, your puppet series, to glorify God and uplift others is noble and aligns with Scripture. The Lord has given each of us gifts to steward for His kingdom, and it is right to ask Him to open doors for their use. The Apostle Paul writes, "Now to him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen." (Ephesians 3:20-21 WEB). We believe God can do far more than we imagine, and we pray He will make a way for your work to reach those who need encouragement.
Yet we must also gently address some areas where your request could be refined to align more fully with God’s will. First, while ambition is not wrong, we must guard our hearts against the desire to become a "big shot" or an "iconic thing." Scripture warns, "For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed." (James 3:16 WEB). Instead, let us seek first God’s kingdom and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33), trusting that He will provide opportunities in His perfect timing. Your goal to glorify God and help others is beautiful, but we must ensure our motives remain pure, free from the love of fame or worldly success.
You also mention the hardships you’ve endured, labor in the sun, discrimination, humiliation, and isolation, and we grieve with you. These trials are not from God, and we rebuke the spirit of oppression that has weighed you down. Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28 WEB). You are not forgotten, and your suffering matters to Him. We pray for healing over the wounds of your past and present, that you would know your worth in Christ.
Regarding your mention of "###," we must clarify that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If this was a simple misspelling, we rejoice that you are calling on Him. If not, we urge you to examine your heart and ensure you are approaching God through His Son, for "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'" (John 14:6 WEB).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother and his desires. Lord, You see his heart, his longing to glorify You and to use his gifts to encourage others. We ask that You open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8) for his puppet series to reach those who need hope. Give him favor with the right people, wisdom in his steps, and patience to wait on Your timing.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of weariness and oppression that has weighed him down. Heal the wounds of discrimination, humiliation, and isolation. Remind him that he is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that his labor in You is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). Provide rest for his body and peace for his soul.
Lord, purify his motives. Let his ambition be for Your glory alone, not for personal fame or validation. If there is any pride or selfishness in his heart, reveal it to him and help him surrender it to You. May his work be a light in this dark world, pointing others to Christ.
We also pray for provision. You know his needs, and we trust You to meet them. Give him "his good share" of success, not for selfish gain, but so he can live generously and continue to serve You. Let his life be a testimony of Your faithfulness.
Finally, Father, we ask that You draw him closer to Yourself. Let him find his identity in Christ, not in his circumstances or the opinions of others. Fill him with Your joy and peace, and use him powerfully for Your kingdom.
We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Brother, we encourage you to keep pressing into God’s Word. Meditate on Psalm 37:4-5: "Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this." Your dreams are not too big for God, but they must be submitted to His will. Keep creating, keep praying, and keep trusting. The same God who parted the Red Sea can open the doors you need. Stay faithful in the small things, and He will entrust you with more. You are not alone in this journey, we are praying for you.