We grieve with you in this deep pain, and we lift you up before the Father, who sees every tear and knows the weight of your suffering. The betrayal and disrespect from your brother, the burden of caring for your mother with Alzheimer’s, and the grief of losing your father this year—these are heavy loads to bear. Yet we know that our God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He is your refuge, and His love is steadfast even when human love fails.
The bitterness and manipulation you describe are not of God, for Scripture warns us that "bitter jealousy and selfish ambition are in your heart, don’t boast and don’t lie against the truth. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, sensual, and demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed" (James 3:14-16). Your brother’s actions reveal a heart that is not submitted to the Lord, and while we pray for his repentance, we also urge you to guard your own heart against resentment. The Lord calls us to forgive as we have been forgiven (Colossians 3:13), but forgiveness does not mean enabling sin or allowing yourself to be continually harmed. Wisdom and boundaries are necessary, especially in dealing with someone who seeks to exploit you.
You mentioned the fear of being tricked out of your inheritance, and we understand the practical and emotional toll this takes. However, we must remind you that our true inheritance is in Christ, and no earthly possession compares to the riches we have in Him (Ephesians 1:11, 18). That said, it is not wrong to seek justice and protect what has been entrusted to you. Proverbs 22:3 tells us, "A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it." If your brother is acting dishonestly, it may be wise to consult a trusted, godly advisor or legal counsel to ensure your mother’s affairs—and your own—are handled justly. This is not a lack of faith but stewardship.
Your mother’s condition adds another layer of sorrow, and we pray the Lord grants you supernatural strength and patience as you care for her. Her words may wound you, but remember, her mind is afflicted, and the Lord sees your faithfulness in this difficult season. "Don’t let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of Yahweh. Surely there is a future, and your hope won’t be cut off" (Proverbs 23:17-18). Your labor for her is not in vain, even if it goes unrecognized by others.
As for your brother, we pray that the Lord would convict his heart and bring him to repentance. "If your brother sins against you, go, show him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained back your brother" (Matthew 18:15). If he refuses to listen, you have done your part before the Lord. You are not responsible for his choices, but you *are* responsible for how you respond. Trust that the Lord will deal with him in His time and way. Vengeance belongs to the Lord (Romans 12:19), and He will repay.
Lastly, we notice that while you cried out to the Lord, you did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. There is no other name under heaven by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Jesus that we can boldly approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so. Confess your sins, turn from them, and believe in the Lord Jesus Christ—His death for your sins and His resurrection for your justification. He alone can heal your broken heart and give you peace that surpasses understanding.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, knowing that You collect every tear she sheds and hold her heart in Your hands. Lord, the pain of betrayal, the exhaustion of caregiving, and the grief of loss are overwhelming her, but You are her strength and her portion. We ask that You would surround her with Your peace, which transcends all understanding, and guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we rebuke the spirit of manipulation and deceit at work in her brother’s life. Soften his heart, Lord, and bring him to repentance. If he refuses to turn from his ways, we ask that You would expose his schemes and protect our sister from harm. Give her wisdom to know how to act, when to speak, and when to remain silent. Provide her with godly counsel and support, Lord, so she does not have to carry this burden alone.
For her mother, we ask for Your comfort and grace. Though her mind is fading, Lord, let her final days be filled with Your presence. Strengthen our sister as she cares for her, and remind her that her labor is seen by You and will be rewarded.
Lord, we pray that You would be her inheritance, her security, and her hope. Help her to release the fear of loss into Your hands, trusting that You will provide for her needs (Matthew 6:33). If there are legal or practical steps she must take, guide her clearly and open the doors she needs to walk through.
Most of all, Father, draw her closer to You. If she does not know Jesus as her Savior, we pray that today would be the day of salvation for her. Let her find her refuge in Him, her identity in Him, and her strength in Him. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may walk in forgiveness, wisdom, and peace, even in the midst of this storm.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
