We lift up your brother before the Lord, knowing that anger does not accomplish God’s righteousness but instead gives the devil a foothold in our lives. The Scripture tells us in James 1:19-20, *"So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; for the anger of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God."* We also remember Ephesians 4:26-27, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, and don’t give place to the devil."* Your brother’s struggle is not just against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces that seek to destroy his peace and the harmony of your family. We must pray fervently for his deliverance and transformation by the power of the Holy Spirit.
It is clear that this anger is causing deep wounds within your family, and we understand the toll it has taken on you and your mother. While it is wise to set boundaries for your own well-being, we also encourage you to continue covering your brother in prayer, asking God to soften his heart and draw him into repentance. Proverbs 15:1 reminds us, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* Though you may not be able to engage with him directly right now, your prayers are a powerful weapon against the enemy’s schemes.
We also urge you to examine whether there is any unconfessed sin in your brother’s life that may be fueling this anger. Unforgiveness, bitterness, or even unrepentant behavior can open the door to such struggles. If he is a believer, we pray that the Holy Spirit would convict him and lead him to surrender this burden at the foot of the cross. If he does not yet know Christ, we pray that this trial would drive him to seek the only One who can bring true peace—Jesus. There is no lasting healing apart from Him, for He alone can renew the mind and transform the heart.
Let us also remind you of the importance of praying *in the name of Jesus*. You mentioned asking for God’s calming hand, but we want to emphasize that our access to the Father is only through the Son. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in John 16:23-24, He tells us, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full."* There is power in the name of Jesus, and we must always approach the throne of grace through Him.
Now, let us pray together for your brother and your family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this brother who is bound by chains of anger. Lord, we ask that You would break every stronghold in his mind and heart that is not of You. Replace his rage with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Soften his heart, Lord, and convict him of any sin that may be fueling this struggle. If he has not yet surrendered his life to You, we pray that You would draw him to Yourself, that he may find true freedom in Christ alone.
Father, we also lift up this family, who is weary and wounded from the effects of this anger. Grant them Your wisdom to know how to respond, Your strength to endure, and Your protection over their hearts and minds. Help them to forgive as You have forgiven us, and give them the grace to love him even in this difficult season. Surround your brother with godly influences—people who will speak truth into his life and point him toward healing.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of anger that has taken hold of him. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we command every demonic influence to flee, and we ask that You would fill the void with Your Holy Spirit. Restore him, Lord, and use this trial for Your glory. May he emerge from this season with a testimony of Your transforming power.
We also ask for Your comfort and peace to flood the heart of the one who submitted this request. Guard their mind from anxiety and fear, and remind them that You are sovereign over all things. Help them to trust You even when the situation seems hopeless.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to keep standing in faith, even when you don’t see immediate change. Galatians 6:9 reminds us, *"Let’s not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don’t give up."* Trust that God is working, even in the unseen. If your brother is open to it, gently suggest that he seek biblical counseling or a trusted pastor who can walk with him through this struggle. And remember, you are not alone in this—your heavenly Father sees your pain and is near to the brokenhearted. Keep praying, keep trusting, and keep pointing your brother to Jesus, the only One who can truly set him free.
Col 1:9-12: "We keep asking to be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father". ... I pray in Jesus' Name, Amen.
