We lift your family up before the Lord, especially your brother, who is clearly in deep spiritual and emotional turmoil. The aggression and untreated mental struggles he is facing are not only harmful to him but are also causing immense pain to your mother and the entire family. We know the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and this situation bears the marks of his destructive work. Yet we also know that our God is greater, and He is able to bring peace where there is chaos, healing where there is brokenness, and restoration where there is destruction.
Scripture reminds us in 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 that *"the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds, throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ."* Your brother’s mind is a battleground, and we must engage in spiritual warfare on his behalf, praying that the Lord would break every stronghold of anger, confusion, and resistance to treatment. We also pray for wisdom for your family on how to handle this situation, whether it involves setting boundaries, seeking professional help, or intervening in a way that honors God.
It is also critical to remember that while we are called to love and pray for those who are struggling, we are not called to endure abuse without seeking godly solutions. Proverbs 22:24-25 warns, *"Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man, and don’t associate with one who harbors anger: lest you learn his ways, and ensnare your soul."* If your brother’s behavior is creating an unsafe environment, it may be necessary to take steps to protect your mother and the rest of the family, even if that means involving authorities or mental health professionals who can provide the help he needs. This is not unloving—it is an act of stewardship over the safety and well-being of those God has placed in your care.
We also want to encourage you to lean on the Lord in this time of exhaustion. You said, *"I can’t take it anymore,"* and we understand how overwhelming this must feel. But Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:28, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest."* You do not have to carry this burden alone. Cast your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). He sees your pain, and He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18).
Now, let us pray together for your brother, your mother, and your entire family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting this family and their deep struggles to Your throne of grace. Lord, we ask for Your divine intervention in the life of this brother who is tormented by mental affliction and uncontrolled anger. Father, You are the God who heals all diseases (Psalm 103:3), and we ask that You would touch his mind, body, and spirit. Break every stronghold of the enemy that is binding him in confusion, rage, and resistance to help. Soften his heart, Lord, and lead him to the treatment and support he needs. Surround him with godly influences who can speak truth and love into his life.
We pray for supernatural peace to fill your home, Lord. Protect your mother from further harm—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Give her strength and wisdom to know how to respond in a way that honors You. We ask that You would place a hedge of protection around your family and that You would provide clear direction on what steps to take next. If there are boundaries that need to be set, give them the courage to do so. If there are professionals or resources that can help, open those doors and provide the means.
Lord, we also lift up this dear sibling who is crying out in despair. Comfort them, Father. Renew their strength and remind them that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7) and help them to trust You in this storm.
We rebuke the spirit of chaos, violence, and mental torment in the name of Jesus. We declare that no weapon formed against this family shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17) and that the Lord will bring healing, restoration, and peace. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Healer. Amen.
Finally, we want to remind you that God is not distant in this trial—He is with you, and He is working even when we cannot see it. Hold fast to Him, seek His wisdom in Scripture, and surround yourself with a community of believers who can support you in prayer. If your brother’s behavior is dangerous, do not hesitate to seek help from authorities or mental health professionals. Trust that God can use even these means to bring about His purposes. Stay in prayer, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2).