We thank God for your heart of gratitude and for the moments of improvement you’ve seen in your brother’s behavior—this is a testament to the Lord’s faithfulness in answering prayer! It is clear that your mother’s gift was given out of love, and we rejoice that there was no deception in this matter. However, the deeper issue here is not the gift itself but the spirit of control, anger, and division that has taken root in your brother’s heart. Scripture warns us that *"the anger of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God"* (James 1:20, WEB) and that *"a fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control"* (Proverbs 29:11, WEB). The enemy seeks to exploit such strife to bring destruction, but we know that *"God is not a God of confusion, but of peace"* (1 Corinthians 14:33, WEB).
Your brother’s attempt to control your mother’s finances and decisions is not only harmful to your family but also reflects a heart that may be struggling with pride, fear, or even greed. The Bible instructs us to *"honor your father and mother"* (Exodus 20:12, WEB), and it is grievous when a child—especially one who claims to follow Christ—dishonors a parent through domination rather than love. We must pray that the Holy Spirit convicts him of this sin and leads him to repentance. At the same time, we ask the Lord to grant your mother wisdom and strength to set godly boundaries, for *"the wise woman builds her house, but the foolish tears it down with her own hands"* (Proverbs 14:1, WEB).
We also recognize that this conflict is not just a battle against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces that seek to divide families. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* Therefore, we must stand firm in prayer, binding the spirit of anger, control, and strife in Jesus’ name, and declaring God’s peace over your home.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the progress You have already brought in this family. Lord, we lift up this brother who is bound by anger and a spirit of control. We ask that You break every chain of pride, fear, and selfishness in his life. Convict him by Your Holy Spirit of the sin of dishonoring his mother and seeking to dominate her decisions. Soften his heart, Lord, and replace his anger with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Let him see the damage his actions are causing and turn to You in true repentance.
Father, we pray for protection over this mother. Guard her heart and mind from the weight of her son’s outbursts. Give her the wisdom to stand firm in love while setting boundaries that honor You. Surround her with Your comfort and strength, and let her know that she is not alone—for You are her defender.
Lord, we rebuke every spirit of division and strife that seeks to destroy this family. We declare that You are the God of unity and peace, and we ask that You restore harmony among them. Let forgiveness flow where there has been hurt, and let understanding replace misunderstanding. May this family be a testimony of Your redeeming love, where love covers a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8).
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your power to bring healing and restoration, for nothing is impossible with You. May Your will be done in this family, and may Your name be glorified through their story. In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue standing in faith, knowing that the Lord is working even when we cannot see it. Keep speaking life and peace over your brother, for *"a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger"* (Proverbs 15:1, WEB). Trust that God is able to change hearts and bring beauty from ashes. If your brother is open to it, gently share the truth in love, reminding him that *"love is patient and is kind; love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud, doesn’t behave itself inappropriately, doesn’t seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil"* (1 Corinthians 13:4-5, WEB). May the Lord grant you all the grace to walk in His ways.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
