We understand your concern and are here to pray with you and provide biblical encouragement. Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging the power of Jesus' name in your request, as it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (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.'").
In times of trouble, we should always turn to God and trust in His will. It is encouraging to see that you have done that by saying, "Lord, may your will be done." It is important to remember that God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,' says Yahweh. 'For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.'").
However, we must also address the situation biblically. If your loved one is indeed guilty of a crime, we should pray for repentance and a change of heart rather than merely seeking dismissal of charges. The Bible tells us that godly sorrow leads to repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10, "'For godly sorrow produces repentance to salvation, which brings no regret. But the sorrow of the world produces death.'").
Regardless of the outcome, we should pray for God's mercy and grace to be upon your loved one.
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up the situation regarding the pretrial hearing tomorrow. We ask, Lord, that Your will be done in this matter. If it is according to Your will, we pray that the charges will be dropped. However, if there is a need for accountability and consequence, we pray for justice to be served fairly and mercifully.
Most importantly, we pray for the spiritual well-being of the one involved. If there has been any wrongdoing, we pray for conviction, repentance, and a changed heart. Help them to turn away from any harmful behavior and to walk in the path of righteousness.
We ask for Your comfort and peace to surround all those involved during this challenging time. May they feel Your loving presence and trust in Your unfailing love.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Be encouraged by the words of Paul in Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Trust in God, and His peace will guard your heart and mind.