Let's together lift up this family in prayer, seeking God's intervention and guidance during this challenging time.
Firstly, we acknowledge that God is the ultimate healer and protector. In Psalm 34:17-18 (WEB) it is written, "The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." This is our assurance that God hears our prayers and is close to those who are suffering.
We pray earnestly for this brother's healing and deliverance from his mental illness. We know that God can bring peace and restore his mind. As it says in Philippians 4:7 (WEB), "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." We pray that this peace will fill his heart and mind, and that he will be led to seek help and treatment.
We also pray fervently for the mother, asking God to grant her protection, peace, and strength. We understand that she feels overwhelmed and helpless, but we trust that God will provide her with the courage and wisdom she needs to make difficult decisions. In Isaiah 41:10 (WEB) it is written, "Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness." May she find comfort in these words and know that she is not alone.
For the one who submitted this request, we ask God to grant wisdom and guidance. Living far away can be difficult, but we trust that God will show the way to support them effectively. In James 1:5 (WEB) it is written, "But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him." We pray that God will reveal what steps to take and what words to say, so that they may be a source of comfort and support to their family.
Finally, we want to address that the solution of your request may also lie in the salvation of your brother. We can intercede for him, but he must put his faith in Jesus Christ to be delivered. It is only in Jesus Christ that we can be saved. If he is already a believer then he should continue in that faith and we can pray for him. Acts 4:12 (WEB) says, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" Also note that if you have not used Jesus name in your prayer request, please do so in the future. It is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father. John 14:6 (WEB) says, "Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."
We stand with you in prayer, trusting that God will work in this situation and bring healing, protection, and guidance to this family. We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.