Awesome reaction from a sister in Christ to this video. Go check it out to further this important conversation: ruclips.net/video/vR4JuxSHIwE/видео.htmlsi=nJ_Ea_UYQBp0qmaZ
thank you so much Joe for sharing my video much appreciated :) iv been following you a while now, and i felt lead by the Holy Spirit to react to this video, because i am Autistic thank you for doing this video, and please i would love you to expand more on this . :) much love and blessings in Jesus :)
Aww. That’s amazing. From one Audhdistic Christian to another, hang tight to Jesus, don’t let failures deter you from trying and a relationship with Jesus is a must. I love you and stay on the path.
Oh Joe, thank you for this video. My nine year old son has down syndrome, autism, nonverbal. But every week, he sits great in church, and when it's time to go, he fights ..sits down in the aisle, runs back in, doesn't want to leave. He loves God, without saying a word 🥰.
I was in the grocery store today. A young man with down syndrome smiled at me. I looked right in his eyes and said I Love You. He threw his arms around me and said I Love. All God's children are so beautiful. He made me cry happy tears.
@@tsakanimathye3376 my 😡child’s 😡school 😡taught 😡my child to hate Jesus and to hate white people😡😡 HE HATES HERSELF FOR BEING WHITE, AND SO DOES MY OTHER SON 😡
I have a daughter with many disabilities. It is very hard to even go to church with her. Sadly many people will complain that she makes noise or she is chewing a part of her clothing. I tell people very often that her spirit is not handicapped she worships the Lord in her own way. Keep that in mind. Just like you everyone can worship the Lord Jesus.
Shame on them! What Christian’s they are! You take your daughter, who cares what they think. It’s not about them. Your daughter, she is entitled to church as well. Don’t mind them. God bless you. Keep taking her. That’s what Jesus would want you to do.
I'm learning that autism is not so much a 'disability' but a different way of processing and interpreting the world. It's even more challenging with undiagnosed adults. Praise God that the Gospel doesn't just stop at those who are neurotypical but at all stripes of life.
I have a form of autism and ptsd, but when I saw the truth that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the Messiah, the Christ, my life has changed and something has been lifted and I don't suffer panic attacks anymore, neither anger attacks. I couldn't exit my house properly for over 10 years and recently I have traveled a distance I thought I was never able to do. Jesus helped me overcome. I want to continue the walk with Him. He is the source of love and comfort, in Him is everything we need grace and truth. Lord bless you Joe.
Your testimony is very beautiful. It brought me joy. It felt like my heart jumped for joy. I was having a hard day and reading what you had to say made it better.
It's important to realize that there's a lot of autistic people who don't "look autistic", or who are able to carry on "normal" lives, (sometimes without ever knowing they are autistic, but just feeling like something is wrong with them). An autistic kid or teen might not play or talk with their peers because they feel like they don't fit in, for example. So just talking to them and making them feel like they fit in goes a long way to helping them be more confident in their lives.
Pretty sure I don't "look autistic" until I have to try to deal with one of my sensory issues, and the trigger makes me feel like I just want to crawl out of my skin.
I hear and smell everything noise sets me off more so but when I’m with the Holy Spirit I’m unaffected by the world around me and I can feel the love my dogs have for me and my love for them comes through like waves in the ocean I’m thankful for the Grace to come to me where I am and Love me Regardless of where I am at the time
Please pray for my son Alexander who is high functioning autistic. I have been struggling to find the right words to talk to him about Christ. Blessings from RG in Australia. 🙏✝️🌻
If he's high functioning you could just give him the truth and just give him time to process the information and then ask him the next day or later that same day ask him what he thinks. It'll be an opportunity for him to be treated as an a sort of adult that his thoughts matter. Just a thought.
Im high functioning i will give you some advice about how to reach them try to get them to understand gods mercy the best you can without them feeling condemned it took me many years to understand i ran away from god for a very long time because i felt condemned over everything i still do sometimes but ive got a more clear understanding of his mercy i honestly think he has more patience with people with special needs try to let them know that god isnt gonna forsake them he just simply wants a relationship with those with faith in christ to the best of there ability try to be as gentle as possible while sharing the truth because believe me its easy to become terrified of god to the point you run away hope my advice will help reach them its brought me alot of peace knowing i dont have to be afraid.
Jesus loves him JUST the way he is. He meets us where we are! He loves US first! That's the thing, other people around us might not be able to understand differences, esp if they don't experience things the way we do, but Jesus KNOWS us - He MADE us! For HIS glory!! If he can accept that Jesus loves and died for him, and love Jesus, that's all Jesus has ever asked! To return His love. He then fills up our hearts and gives us joy that can't be measured or fully explained! 🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️🥰🥰🥰
I’m a Special Needs Education Assistant. I’ve often worked with people with autism. I worked with a little girl whose family is Christian. So whenever she got to watch music videos for her break time at school. I’d play this little light of mine I’m going to let it shine. She was mostly non-verbal . One day her & I were out for a walk and I was singing this little light, and she began to hum along. Very blessed day for her & I. Unfortunately here in Canada EAs are barely paid anything. I’ve almost quit a few times as extremely overworked and underpaid. I’ve only stayed for the children . Praise the Lord and these beautiful loving children.
I’m a late-diagnosed autistic Christian. My church has been the only truly welcoming community that gives me a sense of belonging. Keep in mind that when you interact with autistic adults, they probably have a lot of anxiety, they’ll probably mask their autism symptoms, and they might not disclose their diagnosis because they’re afraid of how you will react. Be patient and give them extra time to respond to questions. Also, I would urge people not to treat autistic adults like they are children. I have a Master’s degree in theology and sometimes, people address me like I’m stupid or infantilize me. It is important to be respectful, honor the sacred worth that we all have as beings created by God, and to not make demands without accommodating someone’s needs.
Thanks for this video! My sister is autistic, she's in her 20s but has the conversational skills of a 4 year old and intellect of a 12 year old, yet she's the most bold evangelist, prayer warrior and disciplined bible reader in our entire family, even if she uses simple words or writes down what she doesn't completely understand. We are truly humbled, inspired and always reminded of 1 corin 1:27 "But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong;"
Thanks, Joe. I'm Autistic and I tend to rub people the wrong way. I volunteer and go to bible study, but no one really wants to hang out with me outside of that. I am kind and loving, but also loud and obnoxious. Praise God for my friend who makes time for me a few times a year. She is such a blessing from the LORD 🕊
My brother had autism but was not always easy. During his last days he desired the Lord and was wonderful to see. Thanks Jo for speaking on this issue.
I have autism. I’ve been ignored and been mistreated all my life. I struggle with suicide, PTSD, severe depression and anxiety and on and. I’ve been sexually assaulted, verbally abused, made fun of, and excluded. I could go on and on. I live in a group home with my horses and dogs. I really don’t have any friends and feel very lonely. Church is the absolute worst for me. I get ignored and most people just think I don’t want to talk. I get a lot of stares too. I’m higher functioning so it makes everything just harder. I don’t go to church anymore because of that and all the churches around me are not talking about sin and heaven. I have been listening to your channels for a few years now and I really appreciate what you talk about. Thank you.
Hey Rebekah. 😊 Some of what you're saying resonates with me too. Don't give up and could you persevere in finding a new church? I know it's hard but I found a church where I largely feel accepted and have made a couple of friend there. Keep going as the Lord loves you and things won't always be like this. ❤✝️🙏🙏🙏
I listen to pastor Chris Garcia alone on any morning I can, because I'm a morning person ( before fatigue sets in, that is). But it's always amazing to be alone in God's presence
Please don't judge God by his people. He loves you right where you are! Those people don't have a right to judge you. Please pray and start your relationship with God. Everything is subject to change . Your future can be so different from your past. I'll pray for you to find peace and hope. God loves you!!
I’ve struggled with my emotions, regulating, relationships, etc most of my life. Numerous people have (kindly) suggested I could be autistic and the more I’ve researched it, I suspect I could be. I feel I’m too old now to get diagnosed. The main thing that has offered me support and comfort throughout my adult life has been talking to God and reaching out to Christ the King. I sadly fall into sinful behaviour from time-to-time, but the forgiveness, comfort and love Christ offers heals me beyond words. Apologies to anyone reading my rambling, but just wanted to share my struggles and solutions. Peace be with you all x
I'm in the music ministry at a small non denominational Christ centered church here in the states. There are a handful of autistic people in our church family. They are loved and protected....
I worked with adults with autism in group home and institutional settings and I would MUCH rather be around that population than general society, especially in these days. There is ministry for these sweet souls, let us not forget ❤️ 🙏🏻
I am a Christian with Autism, I am a mother of 5 adults and 2 grandchildren. I absolutely love being so far removed from the world and I have a new kitten because I clearly have zero friends. As a survivor of Munchausen by proxy my mother set me up for a lifetime of abuse and solitude also. Without PTSD my 18yo son has wonderful daydreams and talks and laughs to himself. With PTSD I can get caught in living nightmares however I am so blessed I lose 4-5hours in prayer and study in Gods love, word and instructions every morning as I need little sleep and alot of Jesus. My journey here is compared to Job but I wouldn't change a thing if this is what it took to be saved and have so much blessed, lost time with God. Autism and Jesus is the best blessing. I am so grateful for being an honest ahole and only having God.
@user-ld1wt9wm5j When did you find out about your autism, before or after having kids? I found out after fifty, with four grown kids. I could have been a better parent had I known earlier, but Yeshua is faithful and I have been a better parent than I should have been because of Him.
@helenholdsworth6407 I suspect most verbal autistic people assume the world dislikes us for our directness and honesty. As a Christian, I know mostly the world does hate me for the truth.
@turquoismama33 I suspect I am above average intelligence, my eldest 2 children are diagnosed as "gifted". I studied medicine and lived in books, forced to play with palliative care patients at my mother's employment etc. I suspected myself of being Autistic since my 20's but only was diagnosed due to my youngest son being so obvious on the spectrum at 30, the same time I acknowledged and recovered from Stockholm's for my mother, i was just slapped growing up so learnt to hide. My autistic traits worsened with the more I was abused, (my sons father raped my 11yo daughter with Cystic Fibrosis etc), I am now so agoraphobic I only leave the house for church or without option. Parenting forced me to partake in worldly events, it would have been much easier with this wisdom and self-awareness 🙏 I doubt any of my living children or grandchildren are saved except maybe my innocent 18yo Autistic boy
Sadly I just left a church because I felt nobody interested making friends with me. I have aspergers, normally people cannot tell, I can blend in with effort, but autism does slip out now and then. I think people on the spectrum can have some very insightful thoughts because their life-long different life experience. I now think God can use such "odd" insights to work for His Kingdom. Also for people with severe disability, I always thought they are like "testers", God put them in people's life to test people's heart. Thank you for bringing attention to these brothers and sisters in Christ with special needs. Sometimes I wonder how I would feel when all the social confusion and problematic communication removed when I am in heaven, how I would feel to have a clear mind without sin.
A few churches are very unwelcoming to newcomers. I once attended a service not even particularly wanting to make connections, but I saw something I wanted to buy. They reluctantly let me buy it but turned the lights off too soon really, saying " Sorry that we're turning the lights off ". !
Don't worry, I didn't fit into a church either... but I listen to the best teacher/preacher here on RUclips: my recommendation: Robert Breaker, Andy Woods, Tom from Watchmen River, Spencer Smith, Gene Kim from REAL Bible Believers... want some more? ruclips.net/video/DjkBmNR8-oY/видео.htmlsi=REdGJFnJltWcwpF-
We have a grandson on the Autism spectrum. He is a wonderful young man. He attends college with other young people that have special needs. Kindness doesn't cost us anything. His mom also used to work in a special needs school as a teaching assistant. God bless 🙏🏻
my brother was severely brain damaged couldnt have a conversation he was born with black on his brain fitted nearly everyday and sat rocking back and forth singing hymns he passed away aged 29 through a fit his name was dean they said he wouldnt live the day out but he did the day he was born thankyou for careing for special needs children joe
I was at a McDonald's with my kids once when my daughter was about 3 years old...(she's 32 now)...and there was a down syndrome young lady who was cleaning the tables and just doing little tidying jobs around the seating area. I saw my daughter watching her intently....and this lady noticed her too and came over to our table to say hi in a shy way. Well....my daughter looked up at her with a great big smile and reached up and gave that precious lady such a big hug !!! She was NOT expecting that....and she teared up as she walked away. I was so pleased with my daughter and got to see a little part of who she is that day.
Well done. I was a high school teacher who had the privilege of teaching autistic students. They taught me! God's children are so beautiful. God Bless All.
Pastor Joe… this is truly amazing. Just yest, I missed an opportunity to help someone seeming to be in need and this message verified it. In my heart I heard the words of Jesus “…whatever you do for the least of these…” but I was apprehensive. Next time I won’t delay. Thank you from coastal Alabama, USA. 😊
@@sharonseesink6163 I wouldn't go so far as to call it disgusting. Especially if he's high functioning, as was stated. Autism is not an intellectual disability and not all autistic people have the mind of a child. Look at Elon Musk. Or me. I am on the autism spectrum and have an IQ of 140 (last tested). Not that that's how I measure my worth because it's certainly not. Secondly, even a person who does have the mind of a child and will "get into heaven" can benefit from a personal relationship with the Lord in this life. So it's never wrong to pray to that end. Just my two cents.
@@nichebundles7246most autistic people have intellectual delay, such as me for example and only about 1-3% of high functioning autistics are that of Elon Musk (meaning they can go on to be productive members of society + being rich)
@@driftwood5504 did you see what all I said? I wasn’t even talking about being rich except for when I was describing how autistic people aren’t usually like Elon Musk (aka rich and successful in life). Most autistic people have so many struggles socially and intellectually and there aren’t many that are so high functioning that they go on to be like Elon musk. That’s what I was saying
My son is 25years old effected with Autism. It's been years now that he is at home with our any training or facilities yet he knows and loves God. Please pray for our family for financial breakthrough for resettlement.
My Partner has a 7 year old boy who has Autism and ADHD , And has such a strong love and understanding of Jesus , it fills my heart with happiness when I hear him say “I love Jesus a billions times “
Thank you. We need this awareness. My son is 13yrs old and has autism. They told us he would never talk and need to be put in a institution. Boy, they were very wrong! Jesus heals❤.
I had a cousin who was one of the first kids to be studied for liquid on the brain as well as several other conditions that prevented him from ever developing past rolling across the blanket we put him on in front of the TV. He was a sweet boy he had the kindest smile and he looked up at us and he would just see you. He went through several open heart surgeries before he was 3 and he changed everyone he met. I was 8 when he died but I will always remember him as a gift from God.
So very well said Joe! Having a son with severe autism I know he has taught me more about God's love then all the finest preachers. I was blessed to watch your message with my coffee!
I have been Blessed by NOT having a desire to be seen with, or hang around.. 'the cool kids' or the haughty which put themselves supposedly above the 'underlings'.... I'm perfectly content to be myself in whatever situation or group i happen to find myself in.
I have autism and I love my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Amen. 🥰🙏🏼✝️ and I'm Turning 20 in April. I was not raised Christian so I built up my faith with reading the bible, praying, reading about the church fathers, reading about source on Jesus outside the bible that confirmed his existence and resurrection, and many more.
Never found a church when my son was growing up that would accept us. He's 28 now, he knows he is a sinner, knows he is demonized (video game addiction), but hasn't surrendered yet. I believe he will. Thank you Joe for talking about this! He is ignored so much by friends and family, it breaks my heart.
Thanks for that Joe. ADHD/High-functioning autism may impact me in ways even I don’t see within myself or others. May the Lord Bless you and Keep you Joe!❤
My son who is 3 years old has been diagnosed with high functioning autism. Every day is a challenge as he sometimes doesn’t know how to regulate his emotions and struggle socializing with other kids. He is so sweet and always says he loves her mom and dad. I keep telling my wife that Autism which makes our son beautiful and we’re blessed with his life. I recently discovered he has special interests with playing piano and will find ways to help him use this interest and talent to honor our Lord. Thanks Joe for this topic.
Important: 1) Never link autism and low-IQ. There are professors, engineers, surgeons, accounts, and computer programmers on the spectrum. 2) No autistic person is exactly like another. 3) Autistic people often have a powerful "special interest." Think about all those theologians and hermits (we autistic people don't need as much social interaction, and some of us can block out fatigue, hunger, etc. when doing research) as well as inventors and scholars. 4) Monotropism is one way of describing how we experience the world. This means that we tend to focus our attention more narrowly than do people of average-type brain development. This can make it harder to multitask. 5)It seems like "average" people "live out of their gut" much of the time, whereas average and high IQ autistic people process a lot of information-including conversation- logically. We DO have very deep and powerful emotions, but these might be hard to access (alexithymia = emotion blindness) and sometimes our emotions get built up and blindside us in a meltdown. 6)Many of us have a history of intense rejection, misunderstanding, and even abuse. It's not uncommon for us to have C-PTSD as well as autism and other issues. 7) PLEASE if you are in Christian work and see a child who seems quiet, a little different, but super-smart, be CAREFUL how they read the Bible and what they hear at Church. They may take what they read and hear VERY literally. Being "all or nothing" is an issue among autistic people. That child may absorb the idea that they have to be perfect or God will hate them. They may also have HARD questions to ask you, because they will bring up logical contradictions in the Bible or doctrine. Be ready to answer, or find someone who knows the answer. Be aware that being in groups can be a literal hell due to sensory issues and trying to sort out all the information. The person may also be deeply disturbed, even if they don't show it, by accounts of violence in the Bible or by hell-fire and brimstone teaching. Although sometimes super-advanced intellectually, some autistic people lack the basic, deep, feeling of well-being that seems to protect most people from REALLY "feeling" what the teaching of Hell entails. Autistic people sometimes believe what you say in a way that is FAR deeper and more profound than most people ever would. Autistic "truth" or "faith" is often arrived at logically rather than being a "feeling." If you are aware of this, you can help the Autistic (or other) person who doesn't "feel" saved, and explain about alexithymia. Emotional feeling isn't faith; faith will show itself in how a person lives his or her life according to the light and grace God gives him or her.
@@offthekirbministriesOh,&Joe-here’s a cool way to think of eternity with Christ:the2Greatest marriages of all time;1st off,being The Father giving The Bride to His Son in holy matrimony(with Holy Spirit’s eternal blessings[&the lovely&wondrous roarings of the angels&all of creation”in attendance”,])&2nd being the wedding of Heaven&Earth.(In Genesis1:1-2,[&3-5{Days1&2}]it mentions Heaven&Earth as one flesh-before The LORD separates the2-creating Heaven&Earth[see also 2nd Peter2-3{focus on verses3:5-6😊}]-where”The Great Separation”once more occurs[ieg:God&Adam,Adam&Eve,snakes&their arms&legs,Eden lost,animals growing”defense/defense mechanisms”{credit#AnswersinGenesis}&lots of sad etc😢]…but wait!THERE’s MORE!In Revelation,we find things reversed:Heaven comes down to meet Earth,symbolizing the Great Union of Genesis1:1-2;where the separation created all of this evil,water returns to its[possible]millenium-long unity-at one in peace&harmony,with The Father,The Spirit,The Son&The Bride😊.Thx4reading this really-very long comment from the youth pastor of a small church in Livonia Mi![www.gcfellowship.org & www.theharborlife.org{in case you’re interested in what I&my church teaches😅😂😇🙏🏻👍🏻!}])
@@offthekirbministriesLastly,here’s the verses(technically,CHAPTERS)I’m drawing inspiration from,in the Book of Revelation(s-if you consider each different vision to be a different revelation-from the English side of things[for unfortunately,my13+Ancient Greek Septuagints disagree with”The Book of Revelations”-but I’ll get off this🐰trail,&back to the chapter-verses😅😂]!)=19:6-10,21:1-7,&of course22’s1-5;withending(with+the+ending=withending)of17-21😊.God bless you!(Sola Scriptura Esteban!COME LORD JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
@offthekirbministries My son was drawn to your channel-both because of your strong,Sola Scriptura-stance…&the oddbit of your physical-look-alikeness,to my good person.(His words-not mine[I DID say he had autism,after all🙃🙄😇🙏🏻👍🏻])
I am not autistic as far as I know - never having been diagnosed. But I have always suffered from severe social anxiety and felt like an outcast all my life. I was bullied and made fun of all through my childhood and I had terrible family issues. That kept me from ever getting the education and career that I should have. Now I’m four years divorced and all alone at almost 47 years old and am suffering the worst ever in my life. I thank God every day for saving me a year after that divorce but my life has still been very bad ever since. He took most of my sins away and I know I am forgiven through the blood of Jesus Christ. But every day is such a struggle to make it through all alone except for Jesus and drowning in bills and debt left over from before I was saved. My body is having all kinds of problems which makes it harder and harder for me to work this very physical and difficult job I do to make a living. I keep praying to God every day and reading His word but I’m still so lonely and depressed. I am really having a hard time understanding this.
I don't know, Joe. When your friend says, "we need them more than they need us," that is not always true. I have two autistic boys, my 8 year old is level 1 and is a usually sweet little boy, he has his things, but he's a good boy for the most part. But my eldest son, who's 12 now, is level 3 and he is incredibly difficult. He goes into severe behaviors where he pulls mom's hair and sister's hair. He hits, claws, bites, pushes. We had to put plywood all around his room and put gym padding all around on top because he was putting so many holes in the walls. When he's upset he'll take his diaper off and urinate and defecate on the floor and even smear it all over his person, including the floor and walls. We have to have him on sleeping medication and yet he still wakes in the middle of the night. He's constantly screaming at the top of his lungs driving us mad. He throws food when upset (we have pasta sauce stains on the ceiling). He has a GPS tracker because he's jumped out the window a couple times to run away. I could go on and on. No medication seems to work. In fact, some has made things worse. It's strained our family and it's especially strained my marriage. I work 55 hours a week because my wife can't be employed since she cares for the children. Then on the weekends I take over as best I can. We don't have anyone, or very rarely I should say, have anyone to help as everyone is scared of my son. I have begged God to heal my son, or at least our situation so many times. Fasted and prayed. We have a group of people praying for us constantly, but it's been like this for years, Joe. In fact, it gets so bad that I don't even want to be alive most days. I am drained, Joe. So when I hear people say that autism is blessing, unfortunately, I get very angry. It triggers an anger inside of me that I never knew was possible. An anger that I'm losing control of more and more each day. I ask God to take it from me, to heal me, my son, and my family, but he hasn't answered my prayers... and if one more pastor tries to cite Job to me, I'll have to scream at the top of my lungs. Anyway... Sorry to rant. I just wanted to say that it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes it really is doom and gloom and hope is but star that fades into the darkness.
Thank you for sharing your story, you are right I should've shared both sides, and I may return to the subject in a future video as this was just a quick few thoughts. But we also know of children smashing the house, being driven hundreds of miles on holiday and then refusing to get out of the car so the parents had to drive back and of course when my wife worked in SEN there was physical attacks (not too bad for wife though), one damage to internal organs and one loss of fingers in a door. So effectively you are totally right having a child with a disability is not a walk in the park, but I do still believe God uses them mightily for His purposes. God bless you and thank you again for sharing - Joe
Have you tried to be the one stepping forward and talking to them? Maybe you have a "leave me alone" vibbd.. take your courage in your hands, and step forward! Gulp, and say Hope I am not interrupting, hi, how are you."
@daughterofyah80 I believe I totally understand. It's not easy to put yourself out there, esp if you don't know how much eye contact is liked or wanted. It's easier when greeted with a smile or "warmth" coming from someone towards you. It's harder when no sense of that comes from others.
My adult son has Autism he became a Christian at around eight years old, now a grown man loves the Lord, reads the Bible, and never misses church service unless he is sick. Your talk on special needs is so compassion in it, thank you for speaking on this subject. God bless.
My son is autistic and ADHD...AND I'm sure the Lord put him in my life to teach me patience. I was a very impatient man...raised him on my own, I put almost everything I to him and my life was on the back burner, but I was on auto pilot. I was dealing with the loss of his sister while raising him, drank on the weekends and did some stupid things I shouldn't have been doing. Worked a lot to keep a roof over us and part of me feels I didn't do enough when he was younger. He can be rhe happiest 18 year old and all ...loves his electronics like his dad....a little too much sometimes cause he gets whiney anf mad of thi gs don't go his way in a game....gamer rage. I don't k ow how to really talk to him about Jesus...I just pray in front of him and let Jim see me pray. We went to church when he was younger but I don't k ow if he really understood. Haven't been to church in years cause he's incontinent and still in adult "diapers " and I don't think anyone in the church classes know how to handle that. It's hard...
My heart hurts for you. We didn't go to church for many years because of people who didn't understand and some said some pretty cruel things. For the past year though we've been at a lovely small church fellowship who are so encouraging and have embraced both our sons with special needs. I don't know where you live but I'd encourage you to pray about an opportunity to have fellowship again. I'll pray for you too 🙏🏻
@dejayne8246 they understand the autism...it's just the having to ask him if he has to go to the bathroom or make him go cause he won't go in his own. Actually, since I've been praying on that, he had been going a bit more in his own but still sometimes goes in his pullup...he's getting there....slow
In case anyone is interested, common traits of autism are: 1) Hypersensitivity to sensory stimulation (e.g. unexpected noises, bright lights, touch, smell, etc). If exposed to too many of these things at once, they can have a "meltdown", which might look different for each person. For example, being in a crowded social situation with bright lights and having someone touch or scare them unexpectedly can cause them to react harshly which might lead to people thinking they just can't take a joke, for example. 2) Having strict routines or being very averse to change. Autistic people thrive on routine, and spontaneity can be very overwhelming. They may need time to prepare before a social situation and not knowing what to expect can be very stressful. Don't push autistic people to do things or join groups they aren't comfortable with. Instead, reassure them and help them to feel like they fit in either way so they will be more comfortable. 3) Not understanding common social cues. Autistic people tend to take things literally and might not get some jokes or sarcasm as quickly. They may also talk too much because they don't always know when it's their turn to stop. But many autistic people have special interests, and showing interest and letting them talk about it will make their day. 4) Difficulty speaking. Sometimes too loud, sometimes too quiet, or maybe in a more monotonous voice. Telling them to speak up or lower their voice can lead to frustration and shutting down. Some autistic people don't speak at all. 5) Social anxiety and difficulty making eye contact. This can be caused by all the traits listed above. They may force themselves to make eye contact if they've been told they need to do it more, and this can result in staring in a way that might make people feel uncomfortable. Remember they are just trying to fit in and don't understand social cues. 6) Repetitive movements ("stimming"). Rocking back and forth, flapping their hands or fingers, or even just bouncing their leg are common ways of doing this. This is usually their way of managing stress and helps themselves relax. Everyone stims to some degree, but autistic people do it a lot, and they way they do it can sometimes look weird to other people. There's definitely more traits, but that's all I could think of right at the moment.
Yep, I so relate to these things! It's not fun getting overstimulated by a surprise in public, and trying to react "normally"! It's like trying to keep a beach ball under water!
I have Aspergers syndrome and although i was raised Christian it wasn't until the last 8 years and seeing the endtimes signs coming to pass i started to REALLY find my faith. ive read that only about 10 % of autistic people are capable of faith and have a friend who is also autistic who says he needs proof, i tell him read revelation - "i tell you these things so that when you see them come to pass you may see and believe" well boy oh boy are my friends gonna get their proof, ive been watching prophect come to pass in front of us for several years now. Jesus is coming in our lifetime! ps my adopted sister had hydrocephalus as a toddler she spent alot of time in the hospital shes 38 now she is a similar miracle.
I have found as a person with Aspergers most people couldn't care less about me. However, my local Church have bucked that trend. I am fed up with not having a car and have been ripped off by a local man and need help to buy one as live in the middle of nowhere. could do with help to make videos for RUclips as have a lot to say. Joe, you are right and obviously care about people like me. You echo my thoughts. My own sisters don't have the time to spend with me and think I am a scrounger.
Joe, you made me cry with the last story!! The grocery store that I go to hires people with disabilities and I love them all. The teens with Downs do an amazing job as baggers. I saw a man once get angry with the bagger who was disabled and all he was doing was talking to the man. It broke my heart. Thank you for being you and God bless you.✝
Joe, one of the most loving, kind, caring people I have ever met is my special needs nephew. I believe if we all had a heart like him we would be much nicer people. Thank you. A very good word. 🙏🕊💜
Thanks Joe, I’m autistic and have ADHD and the Lord has been my solid foundation through times of anxiety and uncertainty. God bless you for this message.
Thank you for this video brother. I have a special needs son. He is autistic and has brain stem surgery when he was 12. He is now 23, and has been the most amazing blessing and joy in my life. I had the extreme honor and pleasure of leading him to the Lord a few years ago. He is high functioning.. and asks thoughtful and wonderful questions about the Bible and the Lord. May we all be blessed by these people that are our gifts from God. Love and appreciate you. ♥️God bless you brother. 🙏
I'm 24 with learning disability and speech disorder. I grew up in a christian family from a young age, praised him and seek out for him, I've been baptise. I struggle in year 11 and 12 at christian school, mostly I struggle in social. I got trapped by the world it got too much and i shut down. I started to get depressed and overthinking in the mind, I try to not push my parents away. Two nights ago, I started watching christian's youtube videos, I started to cry and I feel my heart pounding. I repent all my sins now and come back in his safe warm arms. I want to get better at social with other people and christian community.
I'm so happy you are now His! I will pray for you now about what you would like to get better at -- and that the good LORD might send someone your way who will be truly helpful to you in the Christian community near you.
Interesting - Glad to hear it. I myself am autistic, recently diagnosed as an adult, most people dislike me. That's when I take it upon myself to make it known that I dislike them. Went on like this for years and whilst people stopped their behaviour (they probably just gossiped) I ended up alone. I've just recently given my life to God, and slowly things are changing. Praise Lord God Almighty.
Such an emotional, thought-provoking message Joe 😭 I tutor lots of students with Autism, ADHD, etc & it’s so humbling and rewarding. They have the loveliest hearts ❣️
Some of the best friends I found through Church were those with special needs, they were a blessing to me , each in their own unique way and I ended up giving thanks for them !
Thank you for posting this video. I’m from the USA 🇺🇸 and am autistic myself. I’m a people pleaser. Also I tend to rest on my feelings because I don’t like feeling lonely 😩 or unhappy. Us autistic folks retain more knowledge and have a harder time letting go of stuff. It’s REALLY difficult to adjust to changes in whatever it may be adulthood workplace home habits etc. We’re super duper sensitive to people’s tone of voice and when they’re loud or something like that we take it way too seriously thinking 🤔 they’re mad 😡 but that’s not always the case. We want to get closer to God but when we’re doubting ourselves whether or not we’re saved (based on our feelings) we begin to question the Bible and all that. Pray 🙏 for us that God would seal us all autistic people so that we can rest assured that we have no fear 😨 of eternal damnation or death. All hands on deck saints!
Blessings Joe, I'm autistic and got saved four years ago, I'm now 64 and have struggled with social interaction most of my life, I think a lot of my autism has reduced since getting saved, I thank Jesus for pulling me out of the sewer of sin that had engulfed my life
Yes Joe you are fancy! My daughter had cerebral palsy. I wish i was in Christ then before she took her life. It makes me aware of others needs. Thanks for this attention.
@@noneedtoknowmyname2855 I don’t care what it’s a consequence of! The point remains that God allowed it and that His purpose for me includes for me to be Autistic. God bless you!
I have autism and was reborn about ten years ago, but over the years I've become really burnout with churches. The people are lovely and friendly, but there's so much false teaching, pastors more concerned with numbers and money than people's sanctification, and there's never any preaching against sin. I've always wanted to be emboldened in my faith, not wrapped in wool. I'm at a point where I'm too burnout to even go near a church, and it's very sad.
This message is so beautiful and I agree! There is beauty in getting to know and caring for vulnerable people. I'm an autistic Christian woman so I thank you, sir. This is a much better message than what a pastor recently preached about deliverance from autism because "his God doesn't make junk". My spirit turned away from that language about others. God redeems us in His glory and His plans. Never doubt. Thank you God, for the beauty in the wonderous ways in shaping us together for the better. Thank you for allowing us to grow and know so many different children of God.
@@gloriacresswell8052 Thank you! Yes, absolutely. I'm selectively mute and I do have communication issues but I spend time on my written thoughts for sure.
I have adhd and tourette syndrome and some form of depression, and I have been suspecting more and more that I have autism too and have been researching somw today and can see now how several of the symptoms of it really do apply to me in my own ways. I also have gone a while without falling into a repetative sin I have struggled with for years and years but I messed up today. I was looking for something and feeling like maybe researching autism so much was distracting me from focusing on God and so I lost my resolve tp be obedient and fell into son. And so now I was trying to find something christian to watch and kept getting distracted by other random videos instead of searching for something, and then started seeing more autism videos, and I prayed for forgivness and help, and then I saw this video, connecting autism and God, and it really made me feel seen and comforted by God, and also spoke to me some things I could do for others with autism, especially those who may have it more severely than me.
This is confirmation… my son doesn’t yet speak plainly but he dropped a few words just a few days ago praise the Lord 😇😇😇 I’d received a prophetic word not long ago that he would not only speak but proclaim God’s word with a meek and gentle spirit to his school mates… He will do it in Jesus name 🙏🏻😇 God bless you brother .
I have autism and despite having thought of myself as atheist in the past, God brought be back to him after a handful or more years astray. I love the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin and prodigal son. It can still be difficult at times in life and in faith but there is always hope in Jesus Christ. Praise his Holy Name.
Praising God at your comment! I also was an atheist. But I went astray for 40 years, and somehow, God saved me. There is always, always hope in Jesus Christ. He sees everything and He knows what we are going through. He is so much more holy and righteous than we even give Him credit for, and He is often more displeased at what people do to one another than we are.
I’m a student leader in a campus ministry. I’ve been very fortunate to see a young man with autism give their life to Christ a few weeks after I met him. It’s been a journey being able to understand him and meet his needs, but I have no doubt in my heart that he is following Christ.
My grandson who is autistic 24yrs old , he rides a motorbike, drives a car, and is a genius in computers thanks to my son ,his dad . Everything he did ,he did with his son,from mowing the grass to painting, decorating, fixing his bike and helping him to be the best person he can be.when my grandson and I talk about the bible we look at locations on his computer its great fun for him and e. Praise be to the heavenly father for my blessings to have my wonderful grandchildren in jesus name AMEN
Hi brother Joe I used to work in brothers of charity as a HCA with older people with mental physical and intellectual disabilities, and when I started the job I was grieving the passing of my 85 year old dad who we care for at home, but the joy and the connection I had with my clients was Amazing I played music on my flute and sang songs and found that I was able to connect with them in so many ways, but then my time was up the job found out I'd a spine problem and let me go ,but God is good I moved out of the city and gave my self to jesus hallelujah Amen 🙏 blessings from Ireland to all my brothers and sisters in Christ yesuha amen 🙏 ❤
Joe! Thank you for this video! I am an Autistic sister in the Lord! I'm sick right now and stuck in bed. I saw this, and I have tears in my eyes. This means so much. I've watched you on your other channel for a long time. I didn't know about this one but this video was in my feed. I am so blessed to hear this video.
This goes close to my heart as someone with autism/ ADHD myself. The churches I’ve been to lately are so hectic and nobody seems to look around and care about you. It’s what scared me off going to church for now. I’d love to be approached or talked to in church for help but people are so busy with themselves and walking past you, they don’t see. This needs to be changed. We all need to work as a community and help each other. Keep our eyes open. It’s why I feel better around most neurodivergent people I meet because we care and look around more. Because we know how it feels like to be forgotten, invisible and left out.
Also, it’s often an invisible disability. By looking out more, it’s not exclusively great towards neurodivergents, but being more aware of the people around us.
_'Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.'_ _'Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen.'_ (Ephesians 6:23-24)
To everyone who has an autistic or any special needs child / family member... You rock it's hard at times but the unique love they give can't be put into words. So yes, pay yourself on the back, give them a hug (if they'll allow it) and keep faith that it will get better.
Awesome reaction from a sister in Christ to this video. Go check it out to further this important conversation: ruclips.net/video/vR4JuxSHIwE/видео.htmlsi=nJ_Ea_UYQBp0qmaZ
thank you so much Joe for sharing my video much appreciated :) iv been following you a while now, and i felt lead by the Holy Spirit to react to this video, because i am Autistic thank you for doing this video, and please i would love you to expand more on this . :) much love and blessings in Jesus :)
Another wonderful video Joe! You made me think. For that once again my brother, THANK YOU!
High functioning verbal autistic people are very smart
Thank you for posting this! It was very very helpful to me, Joe.
I'm autistic and have ADHD and came to Christ about five days ago.
Okay now you need to read the Bible and pray everyday good luck
@@joelm4847 Thank you.
Hallelujah! Welcome, Bro!!! Praise the Lord!
WOW - praise the LORD ... he is great
Aww. That’s amazing. From one Audhdistic Christian to another, hang tight to Jesus, don’t let failures deter you from trying and a relationship with Jesus is a must. I love you and stay on the path.
Oh Joe, thank you for this video. My nine year old son has down syndrome, autism, nonverbal. But every week, he sits great in church, and when it's time to go, he fights ..sits down in the aisle, runs back in, doesn't want to leave. He loves God, without saying a word 🥰.
❤
Awesome! Praise God!
I was in the grocery store today. A young man with down syndrome smiled at me. I looked right in his eyes and said I Love You. He threw his arms around me and said I Love. All God's children are so beautiful. He made me cry happy tears.
That’s so sweet. I adore him already. ❤
@@tsakanimathye3376 my 😡child’s 😡school 😡taught 😡my child to hate Jesus and to hate white people😡😡 HE HATES HERSELF FOR BEING WHITE, AND SO DOES MY OTHER SON 😡
I am autistic/ADHD and the very minute I heard about Christ I automatically went 🥰
Are you saved ?
@@joelm4847 yes still on the path of repentance 😊
Praise Jesus!
@@WONDERBUBBLESTUDIOSGod Bless you my Friend Jesus Loves you. 😊
Amen keep Christ close always in your heart
My 24-year-old with autism is a believer. Praise God!
I’m autistic and Jesus came to me and saved me a couple of years ago
I have a daughter with many disabilities. It is very hard to even go to church with her. Sadly many people will complain that she makes noise or she is chewing a part of her clothing. I tell people very often that her spirit is not handicapped she worships the Lord in her own way. Keep that in mind. Just like you everyone can worship the Lord Jesus.
God bless your daughter she is precious to Jesus as joe said in his video :)
Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Shame on them! What Christian’s they are! You take your daughter, who cares what they think. It’s not about them. Your daughter, she is entitled to church as well. Don’t mind them. God bless you. Keep taking her. That’s what Jesus would want you to do.
We would love her at the church I attend. ❤
🤗🙏🤗💕
I'm learning that autism is not so much a 'disability' but a different way of processing and interpreting the world. It's even more challenging with undiagnosed adults. Praise God that the Gospel doesn't just stop at those who are neurotypical but at all stripes of life.
Amen 🙏
Agree with you.
I agree with you
I consider my Asperger (high functioning autism) a blessing, that if without, I don't think I ever would have found God.
Real Christianity used to be my special interest
I have a form of autism and ptsd, but when I saw the truth that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the Messiah, the Christ, my life has changed and something has been lifted and I don't suffer panic attacks anymore, neither anger attacks. I couldn't exit my house properly for over 10 years and recently I have traveled a distance I thought I was never able to do. Jesus helped me overcome. I want to continue the walk with Him. He is the source of love and comfort, in Him is everything we need grace and truth. Lord bless you Joe.
Your testimony is very beautiful. It brought me joy. It felt like my heart jumped for joy. I was having a hard day and reading what you had to say made it better.
@@SRose-vp6ew glory to God.
Praise the Lord and God Bless you!
It's important to realize that there's a lot of autistic people who don't "look autistic", or who are able to carry on "normal" lives, (sometimes without ever knowing they are autistic, but just feeling like something is wrong with them). An autistic kid or teen might not play or talk with their peers because they feel like they don't fit in, for example. So just talking to them and making them feel like they fit in goes a long way to helping them be more confident in their lives.
Pretty sure I don't "look autistic" until I have to try to deal with one of my sensory issues, and the trigger makes me feel like I just want to crawl out of my skin.
I hear and smell everything noise sets me off more so but when I’m with the Holy Spirit I’m unaffected by the world around me and I can feel the love my dogs have for me and my love for them comes through like waves in the ocean I’m thankful for the Grace to come to me where I am and Love me Regardless of where I am at the time
Please pray for my son Alexander who is high functioning autistic. I have been struggling to find the right words to talk to him about Christ. Blessings from RG in Australia. 🙏✝️🌻
If he's high functioning you could just give him the truth and just give him time to process the information and then ask him the next day or later that same day ask him what he thinks. It'll be an opportunity for him to be treated as an a sort of adult that his thoughts matter. Just a thought.
He is not condemned He is innocent
Im high functioning i will give you some advice about how to reach them try to get them to understand gods mercy the best you can without them feeling condemned it took me many years to understand i ran away from god for a very long time because i felt condemned over everything i still do sometimes but ive got a more clear understanding of his mercy i honestly think he has more patience with people with special needs try to let them know that god isnt gonna forsake them he just simply wants a relationship with those with faith in christ to the best of there ability try to be as gentle as possible while sharing the truth because believe me its easy to become terrified of god to the point you run away hope my advice will help reach them its brought me alot of peace knowing i dont have to be afraid.
Jesus loves him JUST the way he is. He meets us where we are! He loves US first! That's the thing, other people around us might not be able to understand differences, esp if they don't experience things the way we do, but Jesus KNOWS us - He MADE us! For HIS glory!! If he can accept that Jesus loves and died for him, and love Jesus, that's all Jesus has ever asked! To return His love. He then fills up our hearts and gives us joy that can't be measured or fully explained! 🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️🥰🥰🥰
@@turkey.3035 Darling. You are precious to the beautiful Jesus. Have no fear as he holds you in the palm of his hand. 😇😇
I’m a Special Needs Education Assistant. I’ve often worked with people with autism. I worked with a little girl whose family is Christian. So whenever she got to watch music videos for her break time at school. I’d play this little light of mine I’m going to let it shine. She was mostly non-verbal . One day her & I were out for a walk and I was singing this little light, and she began to hum along. Very blessed day for her & I. Unfortunately here in Canada EAs are barely paid anything. I’ve almost quit a few times as extremely overworked and underpaid. I’ve only stayed for the children . Praise the Lord and these beautiful loving children.
Thank you for what you do for God's children 💙
I’m a late-diagnosed autistic Christian. My church has been the only truly welcoming community that gives me a sense of belonging. Keep in mind that when you interact with autistic adults, they probably have a lot of anxiety, they’ll probably mask their autism symptoms, and they might not disclose their diagnosis because they’re afraid of how you will react. Be patient and give them extra time to respond to questions. Also, I would urge people not to treat autistic adults like they are children. I have a Master’s degree in theology and sometimes, people address me like I’m stupid or infantilize me. It is important to be respectful, honor the sacred worth that we all have as beings created by God, and to not make demands without accommodating someone’s needs.
Thanks for this video! My sister is autistic, she's in her 20s but has the conversational skills of a 4 year old and intellect of a 12 year old, yet she's the most bold evangelist, prayer warrior and disciplined bible reader in our entire family, even if she uses simple words or writes down what she doesn't completely understand. We are truly humbled, inspired and always reminded of 1 corin 1:27 "But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong;"
Absolutely!❤
My niece has learning disabilities. Joy of my life. Do not underestimate them. They know a lot more than you think. God bless you all.
Thank you brother. As a man with autism I felt that you treated autistic people well.
Thanks, Joe. I'm Autistic and I tend to rub people the wrong way. I volunteer and go to bible study, but no one really wants to hang out with me outside of that. I am kind and loving, but also loud and obnoxious. Praise God for my friend who makes time for me a few times a year. She is such a blessing from the LORD 🕊
My brother had autism but was not always easy. During his last days he desired the Lord and was wonderful to see. Thanks Jo for speaking on this issue.
I have autism. I’ve been ignored and been mistreated all my life. I struggle with suicide, PTSD, severe depression and anxiety and on and. I’ve been sexually assaulted, verbally abused, made fun of, and excluded. I could go on and on. I live in a group home with my horses and dogs. I really don’t have any friends and feel very lonely. Church is the absolute worst for me. I get ignored and most people just think I don’t want to talk. I get a lot of stares too. I’m higher functioning so it makes everything just harder. I don’t go to church anymore because of that and all the churches around me are not talking about sin and heaven. I have been listening to your channels for a few years now and I really appreciate what you talk about. Thank you.
Hey Rebekah. 😊 Some of what you're saying resonates with me too. Don't give up and could you persevere in finding a new church? I know it's hard but I found a church where I largely feel accepted and have made a couple of friend there. Keep going as the Lord loves you and things won't always be like this. ❤✝️🙏🙏🙏
I listen to pastor Chris Garcia alone on any morning I can, because I'm a morning person ( before fatigue sets in, that is). But it's always amazing to be alone in God's presence
Hi Rebekah I'm sorry for what you've been through. Always remember how much God loves you.
Please don't judge God by his people. He loves you right where you are! Those people don't have a right to judge you. Please pray and start your relationship with God. Everything is subject to change . Your future can be so different from your past.
I'll pray for you to find peace and hope. God loves you!!
Hey Rebekah just wanted to let you know you’re a warrior and I will see you in heaven one day❤️💪
I’ve struggled with my emotions, regulating, relationships, etc most of my life. Numerous people have (kindly) suggested I could be autistic and the more I’ve researched it, I suspect I could be. I feel I’m too old now to get diagnosed. The main thing that has offered me support and comfort throughout my adult life has been talking to God and reaching out to Christ the King. I sadly fall into sinful behaviour from time-to-time, but the forgiveness, comfort and love Christ offers heals me beyond words. Apologies to anyone reading my rambling, but just wanted to share my struggles and solutions. Peace be with you all x
I'm in the music ministry at a small non denominational Christ centered church here in the states. There are a handful of autistic people in our church family. They are loved and protected....
And completely innocent
I worked with adults with autism in group home and institutional settings and I would MUCH rather be around that population than general society, especially in these days. There is ministry for these sweet souls, let us not forget ❤️ 🙏🏻
I did the same work before retiring. I feel like you that I would rather spend time with them than anyone else.
Being around the general public is cancer. Most people suck.
Thank you for accepting God's calling
I am a Christian with Autism, I am a mother of 5 adults and 2 grandchildren.
I absolutely love being so far removed from the world and I have a new kitten because I clearly have zero friends.
As a survivor of Munchausen by proxy my mother set me up for a lifetime of abuse and solitude also.
Without PTSD my 18yo son has wonderful daydreams and talks and laughs to himself. With PTSD I can get caught in living nightmares however I am so blessed I lose 4-5hours in prayer and study in Gods love, word and instructions every morning as I need little sleep and alot of Jesus.
My journey here is compared to Job but I wouldn't change a thing if this is what it took to be saved and have so much blessed, lost time with God.
Autism and Jesus is the best blessing. I am so grateful for being an honest ahole and only having God.
@user-ld1wt9wm5j When did you find out about your autism, before or after having kids? I found out after fifty, with four grown kids. I could have been a better parent had I known earlier, but Yeshua is faithful and I have been a better parent than I should have been because of Him.
Don't call yourself names or is it a typo?
@helenholdsworth6407 I suspect most verbal autistic people assume the world dislikes us for our directness and honesty.
As a Christian, I know mostly the world does hate me for the truth.
@helenholdsworth6407 I love how that is what bothered you my sweet sister 🙏🥰✝️
@turquoismama33 I suspect I am above average intelligence, my eldest 2 children are diagnosed as "gifted". I studied medicine and lived in books, forced to play with palliative care patients at my mother's employment etc.
I suspected myself of being Autistic since my 20's but only was diagnosed due to my youngest son being so obvious on the spectrum at 30, the same time I acknowledged and recovered from Stockholm's for my mother, i was just slapped growing up so learnt to hide.
My autistic traits worsened with the more I was abused, (my sons father raped my 11yo daughter with Cystic Fibrosis etc), I am now so agoraphobic I only leave the house for church or without option.
Parenting forced me to partake in worldly events, it would have been much easier with this wisdom and self-awareness 🙏 I doubt any of my living children or grandchildren are saved except maybe my innocent 18yo Autistic boy
Sadly I just left a church because I felt nobody interested making friends with me. I have aspergers, normally people cannot tell, I can blend in with effort, but autism does slip out now and then. I think people on the spectrum can have some very insightful thoughts because their life-long different life experience. I now think God can use such "odd" insights to work for His Kingdom. Also for people with severe disability, I always thought they are like "testers", God put them in people's life to test people's heart. Thank you for bringing attention to these brothers and sisters in Christ with special needs. Sometimes I wonder how I would feel when all the social confusion and problematic communication removed when I am in heaven, how I would feel to have a clear mind without sin.
A few churches are very unwelcoming to newcomers. I once attended a service not even particularly wanting to make connections, but I saw something I wanted to buy. They reluctantly let me buy it but turned the lights off too soon really, saying " Sorry that we're turning the lights off ". !
I’ve got autism/adhd & don’t go to church anymore because I don’t fit in anywhere but am so glad Jesus is coming back soon.
❤️🙏✝️
@leeannjuday. Darling girl. You fit in the palm of His hand. Be not afraid. 😇😇
Don't worry, I didn't fit into a church either... but I listen to the best teacher/preacher here on RUclips: my recommendation: Robert Breaker, Andy Woods, Tom from Watchmen River, Spencer Smith, Gene Kim from REAL Bible Believers... want some more? ruclips.net/video/DjkBmNR8-oY/видео.htmlsi=REdGJFnJltWcwpF-
❤Jesus loves you so much!❤
Me too. 🌷
You are very wise.❤
We have a grandson on the Autism spectrum. He is a wonderful young man. He attends college with other young people that have special needs. Kindness doesn't cost us anything. His mom also used to work in a special needs school as a teaching assistant. God bless 🙏🏻
my brother was severely brain damaged couldnt have a conversation he was born with black on his brain fitted nearly everyday and sat rocking back and forth singing hymns he passed away aged 29 through a fit his name was dean they said he wouldnt live the day out but he did the day he was born thankyou for careing for special needs children joe
Jesus loves it all brother
I was at a McDonald's with my kids once when my daughter was about 3 years old...(she's 32 now)...and there was a down syndrome young lady who was cleaning the tables and just doing little tidying jobs around the seating area. I saw my daughter watching her intently....and this lady noticed her too and came over to our table to say hi in a shy way. Well....my daughter looked up at her with a great big smile and reached up and gave that precious lady such a big hug !!! She was NOT expecting that....and she teared up as she walked away. I was so pleased with my daughter and got to see a little part of who she is that day.
I am a teacher's aide and work around autistic kids. The one I work around talks about demons a lot. He has a hard life. Pray for him.
0:50 As a high-functioning autistic who loves Jesus, I can definitely relate to this.
Well done. I was a high school teacher who had the privilege of teaching autistic students. They taught me! God's children are so beautiful. God Bless All.
Pastor Joe… this is truly amazing. Just yest, I missed an opportunity to help someone seeming to be in need and this message verified it. In my heart I heard the words of Jesus “…whatever you do for the least of these…” but I was apprehensive. Next time I won’t delay. Thank you from coastal Alabama, USA. 😊
My son has high-functioning autism. I’m praying he will be saved. He is 30.
Oh please. That is disgusting. He will get into heaven before you. He is innocent
@@sharonseesink6163 I wouldn't go so far as to call it disgusting. Especially if he's high functioning, as was stated. Autism is not an intellectual disability and not all autistic people have the mind of a child. Look at Elon Musk. Or me. I am on the autism spectrum and have an IQ of 140 (last tested). Not that that's how I measure my worth because it's certainly not. Secondly, even a person who does have the mind of a child and will "get into heaven" can benefit from a personal relationship with the Lord in this life. So it's never wrong to pray to that end. Just my two cents.
@@nichebundles7246most autistic people have intellectual delay, such as me for example and only about 1-3% of high functioning autistics are that of Elon Musk (meaning they can go on to be productive members of society + being rich)
@@Psawyer555 to be rich is not very filling... but GOD
@@driftwood5504 did you see what all I said? I wasn’t even talking about being rich except for when I was describing how autistic people aren’t usually like Elon Musk (aka rich and successful in life). Most autistic people have so many struggles socially and intellectually and there aren’t many that are so high functioning that they go on to be like Elon musk. That’s what I was saying
My son is 25years old effected with Autism. It's been years now that he is at home with our any training or facilities yet he knows and loves God. Please pray for our family for financial breakthrough for resettlement.
The way you can support someone with autism is to tell them that God loves them and has a wonderful grand plan for them for all eternity.
My Partner has a 7 year old boy who has Autism and ADHD , And has such a strong love and understanding of Jesus , it fills my heart with happiness when I hear him say “I love Jesus a billions times “
Thank you. We need this awareness. My son is 13yrs old and has autism. They told us he would never talk and need to be put in a institution. Boy, they were very wrong! Jesus heals❤.
My 9 yo autistic son loves the LORD dearly.
I had a cousin who was one of the first kids to be studied for liquid on the brain as well as several other conditions that prevented him from ever developing past rolling across the blanket we put him on in front of the TV. He was a sweet boy he had the kindest smile and he looked up at us and he would just see you. He went through several open heart surgeries before he was 3 and he changed everyone he met. I was 8 when he died but I will always remember him as a gift from God.
So very well said Joe! Having a son with severe autism I know he has taught me more about God's love then all the finest preachers. I was blessed to watch your message with my coffee!
I have been Blessed by NOT having a desire to be seen with, or hang around.. 'the cool kids' or the haughty which put themselves supposedly above the 'underlings'....
I'm perfectly content to be myself in whatever situation or group i happen to find myself in.
The tomb really was empty. Sometimes these kids with additional needs are waaaay wiser than we are. Love that kid!
I have autism and I love my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Amen. 🥰🙏🏼✝️ and I'm Turning 20 in April. I was not raised Christian so I built up my faith with reading the bible, praying, reading about the church fathers, reading about source on Jesus outside the bible that confirmed his existence and resurrection, and many more.
Great to meet you!! 🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️🥰
@@gloriacresswell8052 🙏🏻✝️💪🏻
Well done you. God isn't boring. Following worldly stuff is boring and pointless.
@@helenholdsworth6407 amen. Poeple how always try to seek pleasure have never enough, God is what we truly need.
Never found a church when my son was growing up that would accept us. He's 28 now, he knows he is a sinner, knows he is demonized (video game addiction), but hasn't surrendered yet. I believe he will. Thank you Joe for talking about this! He is ignored so much by friends and family, it breaks my heart.
Thanks for that Joe. ADHD/High-functioning autism may impact me in ways even I don’t see within myself or others. May the Lord Bless you and Keep you Joe!❤
My son who is 3 years old has been diagnosed with high functioning autism. Every day is a challenge as he sometimes doesn’t know how to regulate his emotions and struggle socializing with other kids. He is so sweet and always says he loves her mom and dad. I keep telling my wife that Autism which makes our son beautiful and we’re blessed with his life. I recently discovered he has special interests with playing piano and will find ways to help him use this interest and talent to honor our Lord. Thanks Joe for this topic.
Important: 1) Never link autism and low-IQ. There are professors, engineers, surgeons, accounts, and computer programmers on the spectrum. 2) No autistic person is exactly like another. 3) Autistic people often have a powerful "special interest." Think about all those theologians and hermits (we autistic people don't need as much social interaction, and some of us can block out fatigue, hunger, etc. when doing research) as well as inventors and scholars. 4) Monotropism is one way of describing how we experience the world. This means that we tend to focus our attention more narrowly than do people of average-type brain development. This can make it harder to multitask. 5)It seems like "average" people "live out of their gut" much of the time, whereas average and high IQ autistic people process a lot of information-including conversation- logically. We DO have very deep and powerful emotions, but these might be hard to access (alexithymia = emotion blindness) and sometimes our emotions get built up and blindside us in a meltdown. 6)Many of us have a history of intense rejection, misunderstanding, and even abuse. It's not uncommon for us to have C-PTSD as well as autism and other issues. 7) PLEASE if you are in Christian work and see a child who seems quiet, a little different, but super-smart, be CAREFUL how they read the Bible and what they hear at Church. They may take what they read and hear VERY literally. Being "all or nothing" is an issue among autistic people. That child may absorb the idea that they have to be perfect or God will hate them. They may also have HARD questions to ask you, because they will bring up logical contradictions in the Bible or doctrine. Be ready to answer, or find someone who knows the answer. Be aware that being in groups can be a literal hell due to sensory issues and trying to sort out all the information. The person may also be deeply disturbed, even if they don't show it, by accounts of violence in the Bible or by hell-fire and brimstone teaching. Although sometimes super-advanced intellectually, some autistic people lack the basic, deep, feeling of well-being that seems to protect most people from REALLY "feeling" what the teaching of Hell entails. Autistic people sometimes believe what you say in a way that is FAR deeper and more profound than most people ever would. Autistic "truth" or "faith" is often arrived at logically rather than being a "feeling." If you are aware of this, you can help the Autistic (or other) person who doesn't "feel" saved, and explain about alexithymia. Emotional feeling isn't faith; faith will show itself in how a person lives his or her life according to the light and grace God gives him or her.
Hi Joe, i am from Malaysia and glad you enjoy the coffee. 😊
This is so cool, I didn't expect anyone from Malaysia to be watching! And btw you have awesome coffee!! 😁 - Joe
@@offthekirbministriesJoe-my2sons&1daughter(&possibly eldesthough she denies this)are autistic!Thank you SO MUCH for this video!
@@offthekirbministriesOh,&Joe-here’s a cool way to think of eternity with Christ:the2Greatest marriages of all time;1st off,being The Father giving The Bride to His Son in holy matrimony(with Holy Spirit’s eternal blessings[&the lovely&wondrous roarings of the angels&all of creation”in attendance”,])&2nd being the wedding of Heaven&Earth.(In Genesis1:1-2,[&3-5{Days1&2}]it mentions Heaven&Earth as one flesh-before The LORD separates the2-creating Heaven&Earth[see also 2nd Peter2-3{focus on verses3:5-6😊}]-where”The Great Separation”once more occurs[ieg:God&Adam,Adam&Eve,snakes&their arms&legs,Eden lost,animals growing”defense/defense mechanisms”{credit#AnswersinGenesis}&lots of sad etc😢]…but wait!THERE’s MORE!In Revelation,we find things reversed:Heaven comes down to meet Earth,symbolizing the Great Union of Genesis1:1-2;where the separation created all of this evil,water returns to its[possible]millenium-long unity-at one in peace&harmony,with The Father,The Spirit,The Son&The Bride😊.Thx4reading this really-very long comment from the youth pastor of a small church in Livonia Mi![www.gcfellowship.org & www.theharborlife.org{in case you’re interested in what I&my church teaches😅😂😇🙏🏻👍🏻!}])
@@offthekirbministriesLastly,here’s the verses(technically,CHAPTERS)I’m drawing inspiration from,in the Book of Revelation(s-if you consider each different vision to be a different revelation-from the English side of things[for unfortunately,my13+Ancient Greek Septuagints disagree with”The Book of Revelations”-but I’ll get off this🐰trail,&back to the chapter-verses😅😂]!)=19:6-10,21:1-7,&of course22’s1-5;withending(with+the+ending=withending)of17-21😊.God bless you!(Sola Scriptura Esteban!COME LORD JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
@offthekirbministries My son was drawn to your channel-both because of your strong,Sola Scriptura-stance…&the oddbit of your physical-look-alikeness,to my good person.(His words-not mine[I DID say he had autism,after all🙃🙄😇🙏🏻👍🏻])
I am not autistic as far as I know - never having been diagnosed. But I have always suffered from severe social anxiety and felt like an outcast all my life. I was bullied and made fun of all through my childhood and I had terrible family issues. That kept me from ever getting the education and career that I should have. Now I’m four years divorced and all alone at almost 47 years old and am suffering the worst ever in my life. I thank God every day for saving me a year after that divorce but my life has still been very bad ever since. He took most of my sins away and I know I am forgiven through the blood of Jesus Christ. But every day is such a struggle to make it through all alone except for Jesus and drowning in bills and debt left over from before I was saved. My body is having all kinds of problems which makes it harder and harder for me to work this very physical and difficult job I do to make a living. I keep praying to God every day and reading His word but I’m still so lonely and depressed. I am really having a hard time understanding this.
Life has been hard for you. You are not alone. The comforter is with you permanently. The Holy Spirit of our Lord Jesus. ❤
I don't know, Joe. When your friend says, "we need them more than they need us," that is not always true. I have two autistic boys, my 8 year old is level 1 and is a usually sweet little boy, he has his things, but he's a good boy for the most part. But my eldest son, who's 12 now, is level 3 and he is incredibly difficult. He goes into severe behaviors where he pulls mom's hair and sister's hair. He hits, claws, bites, pushes. We had to put plywood all around his room and put gym padding all around on top because he was putting so many holes in the walls. When he's upset he'll take his diaper off and urinate and defecate on the floor and even smear it all over his person, including the floor and walls. We have to have him on sleeping medication and yet he still wakes in the middle of the night. He's constantly screaming at the top of his lungs driving us mad. He throws food when upset (we have pasta sauce stains on the ceiling). He has a GPS tracker because he's jumped out the window a couple times to run away. I could go on and on. No medication seems to work. In fact, some has made things worse.
It's strained our family and it's especially strained my marriage. I work 55 hours a week because my wife can't be employed since she cares for the children. Then on the weekends I take over as best I can. We don't have anyone, or very rarely I should say, have anyone to help as everyone is scared of my son. I have begged God to heal my son, or at least our situation so many times. Fasted and prayed. We have a group of people praying for us constantly, but it's been like this for years, Joe. In fact, it gets so bad that I don't even want to be alive most days. I am drained, Joe. So when I hear people say that autism is blessing, unfortunately, I get very angry. It triggers an anger inside of me that I never knew was possible. An anger that I'm losing control of more and more each day. I ask God to take it from me, to heal me, my son, and my family, but he hasn't answered my prayers... and if one more pastor tries to cite Job to me, I'll have to scream at the top of my lungs.
Anyway... Sorry to rant. I just wanted to say that it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes it really is doom and gloom and hope is but star that fades into the darkness.
Thank you for sharing your story, you are right I should've shared both sides, and I may return to the subject in a future video as this was just a quick few thoughts. But we also know of children smashing the house, being driven hundreds of miles on holiday and then refusing to get out of the car so the parents had to drive back and of course when my wife worked in SEN there was physical attacks (not too bad for wife though), one damage to internal organs and one loss of fingers in a door. So effectively you are totally right having a child with a disability is not a walk in the park, but I do still believe God uses them mightily for His purposes. God bless you and thank you again for sharing - Joe
Yeah. I feel so alone and have a really hard time socializing. Especially at church. No one ever talks to me because I’m alone. 😕
Their loss. I'm so sorry. Hugs you're never alone with Jesus.
Have you tried to be the one stepping forward and talking to them? Maybe you have a "leave me alone" vibbd.. take your courage in your hands, and step forward! Gulp, and say Hope I am not interrupting, hi, how are you."
Oh I'm so sorry you feel alone. I said a little prayer for you.
@daughterofyah80 I believe I totally understand. It's not easy to put yourself out there, esp if you don't know how much eye contact is liked or wanted. It's easier when greeted with a smile or "warmth" coming from someone towards you. It's harder when no sense of that comes from others.
Yah loves you ever so much!! 🤗🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️🙏
My adult son has Autism he became a Christian at around eight years old, now a grown man loves the Lord, reads the Bible, and never misses church service unless he is sick. Your talk on special needs is so compassion in it, thank you for speaking on this subject. God bless.
Jesus is Lord! Thank you for sharing.
My son is autistic and ADHD...AND I'm sure the Lord put him in my life to teach me patience. I was a very impatient man...raised him on my own, I put almost everything I to him and my life was on the back burner, but I was on auto pilot. I was dealing with the loss of his sister while raising him, drank on the weekends and did some stupid things I shouldn't have been doing. Worked a lot to keep a roof over us and part of me feels I didn't do enough when he was younger. He can be rhe happiest 18 year old and all ...loves his electronics like his dad....a little too much sometimes cause he gets whiney anf mad of thi gs don't go his way in a game....gamer rage. I don't k ow how to really talk to him about Jesus...I just pray in front of him and let Jim see me pray. We went to church when he was younger but I don't k ow if he really understood. Haven't been to church in years cause he's incontinent and still in adult "diapers " and I don't think anyone in the church classes know how to handle that. It's hard...
My heart hurts for you. We didn't go to church for many years because of people who didn't understand and some said some pretty cruel things. For the past year though we've been at a lovely small church fellowship who are so encouraging and have embraced both our sons with special needs. I don't know where you live but I'd encourage you to pray about an opportunity to have fellowship again. I'll pray for you too 🙏🏻
@dejayne8246 they understand the autism...it's just the having to ask him if he has to go to the bathroom or make him go cause he won't go in his own. Actually, since I've been praying on that, he had been going a bit more in his own but still sometimes goes in his pullup...he's getting there....slow
@@Mandalorian_of_Christ every little step is progress!
You're not alone. My son is 13 and has autism. 🙏 virtual hug 🤗
In case anyone is interested, common traits of autism are:
1) Hypersensitivity to sensory stimulation (e.g. unexpected noises, bright lights, touch, smell, etc). If exposed to too many of these things at once, they can have a "meltdown", which might look different for each person. For example, being in a crowded social situation with bright lights and having someone touch or scare them unexpectedly can cause them to react harshly which might lead to people thinking they just can't take a joke, for example.
2) Having strict routines or being very averse to change. Autistic people thrive on routine, and spontaneity can be very overwhelming. They may need time to prepare before a social situation and not knowing what to expect can be very stressful. Don't push autistic people to do things or join groups they aren't comfortable with. Instead, reassure them and help them to feel like they fit in either way so they will be more comfortable.
3) Not understanding common social cues. Autistic people tend to take things literally and might not get some jokes or sarcasm as quickly. They may also talk too much because they don't always know when it's their turn to stop. But many autistic people have special interests, and showing interest and letting them talk about it will make their day.
4) Difficulty speaking. Sometimes too loud, sometimes too quiet, or maybe in a more monotonous voice. Telling them to speak up or lower their voice can lead to frustration and shutting down. Some autistic people don't speak at all.
5) Social anxiety and difficulty making eye contact. This can be caused by all the traits listed above. They may force themselves to make eye contact if they've been told they need to do it more, and this can result in staring in a way that might make people feel uncomfortable. Remember they are just trying to fit in and don't understand social cues.
6) Repetitive movements ("stimming"). Rocking back and forth, flapping their hands or fingers, or even just bouncing their leg are common ways of doing this. This is usually their way of managing stress and helps themselves relax. Everyone stims to some degree, but autistic people do it a lot, and they way they do it can sometimes look weird to other people.
There's definitely more traits, but that's all I could think of right at the moment.
Yep, I so relate to these things! It's not fun getting overstimulated by a surprise in public, and trying to react "normally"! It's like trying to keep a beach ball under water!
Yes. It's like when someone takes hold of a newcomers arms and tries to get them to dance! Don't do it!
I have Aspergers syndrome and although i was raised Christian it wasn't until the last 8 years and seeing the endtimes signs coming to pass i started to REALLY find my faith. ive read that only about 10 % of autistic people are capable of faith and have a friend who is also autistic who says he needs proof, i tell him read revelation - "i tell you these things so that when you see them come to pass you may see and believe" well boy oh boy are my friends gonna get their proof, ive been watching prophect come to pass in front of us for several years now. Jesus is coming in our lifetime! ps my adopted sister had hydrocephalus as a toddler she spent alot of time in the hospital shes 38 now she is a similar miracle.
Only 10% are capable of faith? What do you mean? Does that mean 90% of autistic people go to Hell?!
Thank you, you making me cry.I adhd and high functioning autism too
God bless you, stay strong in the Lord brother Brandon He loves you to pieces!!
God bless you Joe@@offthekirbministries
I am someone who’s on the mild Autism spectrum and intellectual delay. This video really blessed me. Thank you for sharing your kind words @Joe Kirby.
Got goosebumps when Edward said the tomb was empty ❤🔥
BEST response from Edward!!!! I got it right away before you spoke his response! 🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️🥰😃
I bet that made them think!
I have found as a person with Aspergers most people couldn't care less about me. However, my local Church have bucked that trend. I am fed up with not having a car and have been ripped off by a local man and need help to buy one as live in the middle of nowhere. could do with help to make videos for RUclips as have a lot to say. Joe, you are right and obviously care about people like me. You echo my thoughts. My own sisters don't have the time to spend with me and think I am a scrounger.
Joe, you made me cry with the last story!! The grocery store that I go to hires people with disabilities and I love them all. The teens with Downs do an amazing job as baggers. I saw a man once get angry with the bagger who was disabled and all he was doing was talking to the man. It broke my heart. Thank you for being you and God bless you.✝
Joe, one of the most loving, kind, caring people I have ever met is my special needs nephew. I believe if we all had a heart like him we would be much nicer people. Thank you. A very good word. 🙏🕊💜
Thanks Joe, I’m autistic and have ADHD and the Lord has been my solid foundation through times of anxiety and uncertainty. God bless you for this message.
Thank you for this video brother. I have a special needs son. He is autistic and has brain stem surgery when he was 12. He is now 23, and has been the most amazing blessing and joy in my life. I had the extreme honor and pleasure of leading him to the Lord a few years ago. He is high functioning.. and asks thoughtful and wonderful questions about the Bible and the Lord. May we all be blessed by these people that are our gifts from God. Love and appreciate you. ♥️God bless you brother. 🙏
I'm 24 with learning disability and speech disorder. I grew up in a christian family from a young age, praised him and seek out for him, I've been baptise. I struggle in year 11 and 12 at christian school, mostly I struggle in social. I got trapped by the world it got too much and i shut down. I started to get depressed and overthinking in the mind, I try to not push my parents away. Two nights ago, I started watching christian's youtube videos, I started to cry and I feel my heart pounding. I repent all my sins now and come back in his safe warm arms. I want to get better at social with other people and christian community.
I'm so happy you are now His! I will pray for you now about what you would like to get better at -- and that the good LORD might send someone your way who will be truly helpful to you in the Christian community near you.
I'm autistic but on the higher functioning side. Thank you Jesus
Interesting - Glad to hear it.
I myself am autistic, recently diagnosed as an adult, most people dislike me.
That's when I take it upon myself to make it known that I dislike them.
Went on like this for years and whilst people stopped their behaviour (they probably just gossiped) I ended up alone.
I've just recently given my life to God, and slowly things are changing.
Praise Lord God Almighty.
Such an emotional, thought-provoking message Joe 😭 I tutor lots of students with Autism, ADHD, etc & it’s so humbling and rewarding. They have the loveliest hearts ❣️
Amen Kiran me and Emma know you do a wonderful job helping those with additional needs!! - Joe
Some of the best friends I found through Church were those with special needs, they were a blessing to me , each in their own unique way and I ended up giving thanks for them !
Thank you for posting this video. I’m from the USA 🇺🇸 and am autistic myself. I’m a people pleaser. Also I tend to rest on my feelings because I don’t like feeling lonely 😩 or unhappy. Us autistic folks retain more knowledge and have a harder time letting go of stuff. It’s REALLY difficult to adjust to changes in whatever it may be adulthood workplace home habits etc. We’re super duper sensitive to people’s tone of voice and when they’re loud or something like that we take it way too seriously thinking 🤔 they’re mad 😡 but that’s not always the case. We want to get closer to God but when we’re doubting ourselves whether or not we’re saved (based on our feelings) we begin to question the Bible and all that. Pray 🙏 for us that God would seal us all autistic people so that we can rest assured that we have no fear 😨 of eternal damnation or death. All hands on deck saints!
May our Father in heaven grant this request and let these people know that when HE saves, it's forever.
Blessings Joe, I'm autistic and got saved four years ago, I'm now 64 and have struggled with social interaction most of my life, I think a lot of my autism has reduced since getting saved, I thank Jesus for pulling me out of the sewer of sin that had engulfed my life
Yes Joe you are fancy! My daughter had cerebral palsy. I wish i was in Christ then before she took her life. It makes me aware of others needs. Thanks for this attention.
So sorry for your loss! 🤗🤗🤗🙏
Bunyz9728. The Mercy of the beautiful Jesus is deeper than the ocean . He looks upon your daughter with the greatest Mercy. God bless you 😇😇
I'm so sorry. But be assured your daughter is with Jesus.
"The tomb was empty!"....Gänsehaut pur🙏🙏
My favorite part!
I have Autism a mild high quality form. I go to Church and worship our lord every Sunday.
Hallelujah from Malaysia 🙌 praise God 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I’m Autistic used to think it was a curse and now I know it’s a gift. Neurodivergent thinking is such a gift from God.
It's a medical consequence of being vax injured, it's not a blessing, neither a curse.
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I don’t care what it’s a consequence of! The point remains that God allowed it and that His purpose for me includes for me to be Autistic.
God bless you!
I have autism and was reborn about ten years ago, but over the years I've become really burnout with churches. The people are lovely and friendly, but there's so much false teaching, pastors more concerned with numbers and money than people's sanctification, and there's never any preaching against sin. I've always wanted to be emboldened in my faith, not wrapped in wool. I'm at a point where I'm too burnout to even go near a church, and it's very sad.
This message is so beautiful and I agree! There is beauty in getting to know and caring for vulnerable people. I'm an autistic Christian woman so I thank you, sir. This is a much better message than what a pastor recently preached about deliverance from autism because "his God doesn't make junk". My spirit turned away from that language about others. God redeems us in His glory and His plans. Never doubt. Thank you God, for the beauty in the wonderous ways in shaping us together for the better. Thank you for allowing us to grow and know so many different children of God.
You write well, too! Is it easier for you to write than talk? Like more time to get words together?
@@gloriacresswell8052 Thank you! Yes, absolutely. I'm selectively mute and I do have communication issues but I spend time on my written thoughts for sure.
@@Willow115.34 I TOTALLY understand!!! Great to meet you, Sis!! Lol. Basically I type my exact thoughts. 😊
@@Willow115.34 Do you have any trouble with hearing things properly? Mis-hearing what is said or with verbal dyslexia??? I do.
Willowgeace33. Those comments are disgraceful . That pastor will be lucky to get into heaven preaching that rubbish.
I am an autistic believer from New Zealand. Thank you for this video. God bless and keep you and your family.
Have you heard the Aaronic Prayer song sung by Kari Jobe? I love it!
I have adhd and tourette syndrome and some form of depression, and I have been suspecting more and more that I have autism too and have been researching somw today and can see now how several of the symptoms of it really do apply to me in my own ways. I also have gone a while without falling into a repetative sin I have struggled with for years and years but I messed up today. I was looking for something and feeling like maybe researching autism so much was distracting me from focusing on God and so I lost my resolve tp be obedient and fell into son. And so now I was trying to find something christian to watch and kept getting distracted by other random videos instead of searching for something, and then started seeing more autism videos, and I prayed for forgivness and help, and then I saw this video, connecting autism and God, and it really made me feel seen and comforted by God, and also spoke to me some things I could do for others with autism, especially those who may have it more severely than me.
This is confirmation… my son doesn’t yet speak plainly but he dropped a few words just a few days ago praise the Lord 😇😇😇 I’d received a prophetic word not long ago that he would not only speak but proclaim God’s word with a meek and gentle spirit to his school mates… He will do it in Jesus name 🙏🏻😇 God bless you brother .
It's happening!
This is great news! I have been diagnosed with ADHD on the autism spectrum. But the Love of the Lord Jesus Christ has will never fail.
I have autism and despite having thought of myself as atheist in the past, God brought be back to him after a handful or more years astray. I love the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin and prodigal son. It can still be difficult at times in life and in faith but there is always hope in Jesus Christ. Praise his Holy Name.
Praising God at your comment! I also was an atheist. But I went astray for 40 years, and somehow, God saved me. There is always, always hope in Jesus Christ. He sees everything and He knows what we are going through. He is so much more holy and righteous than we even give Him credit for, and He is often more displeased at what people do to one another than we are.
Thanks for this video! My daughter is autistic. Many blessing!
I’m a student leader in a campus ministry. I’ve been very fortunate to see a young man with autism give their life to Christ a few weeks after I met him. It’s been a journey being able to understand him and meet his needs, but I have no doubt in my heart that he is following Christ.
My grandson who is autistic 24yrs old , he rides a motorbike, drives a car, and is a genius in computers thanks to my son ,his dad . Everything he did ,he did with his son,from mowing the grass to painting, decorating, fixing his bike and helping him to be the best person he can be.when my grandson and I talk about the bible we look at locations on his computer its great fun for him and e. Praise be to the heavenly father for my blessings to have my wonderful grandchildren in jesus name AMEN
I’ve been diagnosed with autism for over 10 years. You’re doing great, Joe!
Thanks for welcoming us with open arms! I’m in tears. God bless you, all of you!
They help us more than we help them
Joe I was Born 3 months prematurely and with hydrocephalus and through my parents prayers God has given me a great life
Thank-you Joe. I am proof that if God is all you have than you have everything you need.
All my life you have been faithful, thank-you Jesus.
Autisitc Chrisitan here and long time follower, Much respect for this video 🙏
We should all make extra time for those who are in need of extra help and in your heart you already know who they are
Hi brother Joe I used to work in brothers of charity as a HCA with older people with mental physical and intellectual disabilities, and when I started the job I was grieving the passing of my 85 year old dad who we care for at home, but the joy and the connection I had with my clients was Amazing I played music on my flute and sang songs and found that I was able to connect with them in so many ways, but then my time was up the job found out I'd a spine problem and let me go ,but God is good I moved out of the city and gave my self to jesus hallelujah Amen 🙏 blessings from Ireland to all my brothers and sisters in Christ yesuha amen 🙏 ❤
God Bless you!
Praise and Worship in song is a GREAT way to connect! He inhabits the praise of His people!! 🥰🙌🙌🙌✝️✝️✝️
Sorry for your loss, too! 🤗🙏
Joe! Thank you for this video! I am an Autistic sister in the Lord! I'm sick right now and stuck in bed. I saw this, and I have tears in my eyes. This means so much. I've watched you on your other channel for a long time. I didn't know about this one but this video was in my feed. I am so blessed to hear this video.
This goes close to my heart as someone with autism/ ADHD myself. The churches I’ve been to lately are so hectic and nobody seems to look around and care about you. It’s what scared me off going to church for now. I’d love to be approached or talked to in church for help but people are so busy with themselves and walking past you, they don’t see.
This needs to be changed. We all need to work as a community and help each other. Keep our eyes open.
It’s why I feel better around most neurodivergent people I meet because we care and look around more. Because we know how it feels like to be forgotten, invisible and left out.
Also, it’s often an invisible disability. By looking out more, it’s not exclusively great towards neurodivergents, but being more aware of the people around us.
Seek home groups.
Autistic and Christian for a few months now, it’s been hard with an atheist family, being atheist my whole life
_'Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.'_
_'Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen.'_
(Ephesians 6:23-24)
To everyone who has an autistic or any special needs child / family member... You rock it's hard at times but the unique love they give can't be put into words.
So yes, pay yourself on the back, give them a hug (if they'll allow it) and keep faith that it will get better.