We lift you and your brother before the Lord, knowing that family strife is deeply painful, especially when it involves the care of your mother and the stewardship of resources God has entrusted to you both. The bitterness, stubbornness, and greed you describe are not of the Lord, for Scripture warns us that "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil" (1 Timothy 6:10, WEB) and that "where envy and selfish ambition exist, there is confusion and every evil deed" (James 3:16, WEB). Your brother’s actions reflect a heart that is not yet surrendered to Christ’s lordship, and we must pray earnestly for his repentance and transformation.
The Lord calls us to honor our parents (Exodus 20:12) and to act with integrity, fairness, and love—especially within the family. Your desire to ensure your mother receives proper care is commendable, and your willingness to seek a godly solution reflects a heart that wants to do what is right. However, we must also address the tension between you and your brother with truth and grace. If he is withholding information about finances or acting out of selfishness, this is not only unfair but dishonoring to your parents and to God, who sees all things. "Don’t overreach the poor in his court. Don’t crush the afflicted in the gate; for Yahweh will plead their case, and plunder the life of those who plunder them" (Proverbs 22:22-23, WEB). The Lord takes seriously the mistreatment of the vulnerable, and your mother’s well-being is a sacred responsibility.
We also urge you to examine your own heart in this conflict. Bitterness and fear can take root if we do not surrender our pain to the Lord. "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you" (Ephesians 4:31-32, WEB). While your frustrations are understandable, guard against allowing resentment to fester. Trust that the Lord sees your struggles and will act on your behalf as you seek His will.
As for your brother, we rebuke the spirits of greed, pride, and deception that may be influencing him. These are not from God but from the enemy, who seeks to divide families and distort stewardship. "A man’s pride brings him low, but one of lowly spirit gains honor" (Proverbs 29:23, WEB). We pray that the Lord would break the hardness of his heart and convict him of his sin, leading him to repentance. May he recognize that his actions are not only hurting you but dishonoring your parents and grieving the Holy Spirit.
We also encourage you to seek wise counsel, whether from a pastor, elder, or trusted believer who can help mediate this situation. If financial mismanagement or deception is occurring, it may be necessary to involve a neutral third party to ensure transparency and fairness. "Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed" (Proverbs 15:22, WEB). Do not face this alone—allow the body of Christ to support and guide you.
Above all, we remind you that this battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces. "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places" (Ephesians 6:12, WEB). Put on the full armor of God—praying always in the Spirit, standing firm in truth, and trusting that the Lord will bring justice and peace.
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**Let us pray together:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this brother and his family before Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the pain, the strife, and the injustice taking place. You know the heart of this man’s brother—how he has allowed greed, pride, and stubbornness to take root. We ask that You would convict him by Your Holy Spirit, softening his heart and leading him to repentance. Break the chains of selfishness and deception, Lord, and replace them with a spirit of humility, generosity, and love. Remind him that every good gift comes from You, and that he is but a steward of what You have entrusted to him.
Father, we pray for wisdom and discernment for this brother as he navigates this difficult situation. Give him clarity on how to proceed, whether through mediation, legal counsel, or simply trusting You to intervene. Protect him from bitterness and fear, and fill him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Provide for his needs—time, resources, and support—as he seeks to honor his mother and do what is right in Your eyes.
Lord, we ask that You would expose any hidden deceit or mismanagement of funds. Bring truth to light, and let justice prevail. May this brother’s actions be guided by integrity, and may his brother’s heart be turned toward reconciliation and righteousness. Let no weapon formed against this family prosper, and let every tongue that rises against them be condemned (Isaiah 54:17).
We also pray for their mother—may she receive the care and love she deserves. Comfort her in her frailty, Lord, and surround her with people who will treat her with dignity and kindness. Heal any wounds in this family, and restore what the enemy has sought to destroy.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would use this trial to draw both of these brothers closer to You. May they seek Your face above all else, trusting in Your provision and sovereignty. Let this situation be a testimony of Your faithfulness and redemption.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
