We are glad to join you in prayer for this urgent need. We are reminded of Joel 2:13, “Rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to Yahweh your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness, and relents from sending calamity."
Firstly, we want to commend you for acknowledging that this request is In Jesus Name. Praying in Jesus' name is essential because, as the Bible tells us in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" It's through His name that we are able to approach God and pray.
As for court favor, we must remember that God does not condone wrongdoing, but He is merciful and forgiving. Psalm 103:12 says, "As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us." But we need to meet the requirements of true repentance. This means more than just being sorry, it means turning away from wrong actions and living a changed life. Worldly sorrow may feel remorse but will not lead to true repentance. It is godly sorrow that will lead us to change our actions. In 2 Corinthians 7:10, it says, "For godly sorrow works repentance to salvation, which brings no regret. But the sorrow of the world works death."
Let's pray together,
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, asking for Your mercy and grace to be upon this dear one. We confess that they have turned away from their wrongdoing, and we do ask that you fully remove his sins as far as the east is from the west. We sincerely ask for a miracle, that the charges against ### be dismissed, and that they will not have to go to jail. We ask that You grant favor in the sight of the court and those who will be judging. But most importantly, we ask that they continue to live a life of true faith and repentance, that they may gain eternal life in Jesus Christ. Bring healing to all those involved and affected. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We encourage you both to continue walking in faith, trusting in God's promises, and living a life that honors Him. May this trial bring you closer to God and strengthen your faith.