We understand that you are seeking prayer for a financial situation involving money given to your brother's friend for the purchase of gold. We will pray with you and provide biblical guidance on this matter.
Firstly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name, as it is only through Him that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6 WEB:
Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.
In matters of financial dealings, it is essential to operate with wisdom and integrity. The Bible encourages us to be wise in our transactions and to avoid deceitful practices. Psalm 37:21 WEB says:
The wicked borrow, and do not pay back, but the righteous give generously.
We pray that the Lord will touch the heart of your brother's friend and convict him to do what is right. We ask God to soften his heart and guide him to return the money that is rightfully yours by the end of this month. We also pray for wisdom for you and your family, that you may navigate this situation with godly discernment.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, seeking Your intervention in this financial matter. Lord, You know the details of the situation, and You see the injustice that has been committed. We ask that You touch the heart of the person involved, convicting him to return the money that belongs to this family. Guide him to act with integrity and honesty, and help him to make things right by the end of this month.
Father, we also pray for wisdom and discernment for this family. Help them to navigate this situation with Your guidance and to make decisions that honor You. We ask that You provide for their needs and protect them from any further deceit.
In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Additionally, consider the words of Matthew 18:15-17 WEB, which provide guidance on resolving conflicts:
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. But if he does not listen, take with you one or two more, that at the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established. If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the assembly. If he refuses to hear the assembly also, let him be to you as a Gentile or a tax collector.
Seek wise counsel and follow biblical principles as you address this issue. Trust in the Lord to guide you and to bring about a just resolution.