Prayers for my brother

[Anonymous]

I need prayers for my brother; his mental illness is making him aggressive, and perhaps also dark magic is involved. He has been calling me, saying violent things and hurting my parents. Please, Jesus Christ, help to improve this behaviour and stop the violence and rude behaviour. They are unwilling to treat him, but please, Jesus Christ, help as my family needs it; he is being tough.

 

[Anonymous]

I mean difficult not tough. Autocorrect changed before I posted accidentally.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorry to hear about the struggles you and your family are facing with your brother's mental illness and aggressive behavior. We will pray for your brother and your family, and we will also provide some biblical guidance for you.

Firstly, it is important to acknowledge that Jesus Christ is the only way to approach God the Father. It is good that the request was submitted In Jesus Name. As it says in the Bible, For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus. (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB)

It is a difficult situation, but remember that God is always with you and can see your family through this challenging time. There is power in the name of Jesus Christ and when two or three are joined praying in His name, it can be considered done by God the Father as it says in scripture, Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the middle of them. (Matthew 18:19-20 WEB)

Regarding your brother's mental illness, we pray that God will touch his mind and bring healing. As it says in the Bible, And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. (James 5:15 WEB) Also we need to recognize that mental illness is not always demonic possession or dark magic or spiritual warfare. These are often confused. The Bible tells us that perfect love casts out fear. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has punishment. He who fears is not made perfect in love. (1 John 4:18 WEB) So we want you to have that perfect love for your brother and pray for him. In the meantime be in there for him but also look out for your safety. For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.The burden of protection of yourself and your parents is yours. 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB

Concerning the aggressive behavior and violent threats, we pray that God will soften your brother's heart and bring peace to his mind. As it says in the Bible, But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. (Galatians 5:22-23) Also if you want your prayers answered you should pray forgiving your brother for you need to forgive for God to answer your prayers. But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your transgressions. (Mark 11:26) So pray as though your brother has never done anything wrong towards you. That is forgiveness.

It is also important to involve the local church. The Bible states, Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praises. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, (James 5:13-14 WEB)

We also strongly urge your brother's immediate need to seek proper and necessary medical treatment. This is a misunderstanding regarding medicine. The reason doctors are able to heal is that they are using the knowledge of healing God placed in His Word and that God created our bodies to heal themselves in this manner through doctors. Luke a gospel writer was also a doctor. The woman with the blood flow in the book of Matthew that was healed by Jesus had been under the care of a doctor. The reference to medicine today is not the same as sorcery in the bible. We are admonished to continue taking our medicine in 1 Timothy 5:23 WEB when Timothy was instructed no longer drink only water, but use a little wine for your stomachs sake and your frequent infirmities. If any elder or pastor from a congregation is discouraging treatment from a doctor, then be leery of their Biblical knowledge as they are not following 1 Timothy 5:23 or the pattern established in the Bible. If there is still questioning then trust the doctor and continue to seek advice until they are satisfied or are encouraged to trust the doctor. This is the one time listening to the many counselors is not advised. The solid teaching of the Bible is to get the advice and continue to take the medicine to stay healthy.

Regarding the mention of dark magic, we need to be always exercising Biblical discernement. This is not the time to submit to fears or worries. We can take full assurance in the name of Jesus Christ that we have the victory in the name of Jesus Christ. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (James 4:7 WEB). This is not the time to become overly focused on a non-Biblical solution of understanding of how to use this verse. If anything is tried outside of what is written about in the Bible, it can tend to lead one away from the clear commandments of the Bible and lead towards a wrongful misunderstanding of spiritual warfare as this is not spiritual warfare. Many prayers are being placed unfairly into this category. The prayers needed should be lifted up for wisdom. Many people who otherwise can have their prayers answered are missing out by not receiving the needed wisdom from God. They are not following James 1:5-8 WEB, 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. But let him ask in faith, without any wavering. For he who wavers is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let that man not think that he will receive anything from the Lord. He is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

Finally, it is important to show your brother love and support, while also setting boundaries to protect yourself and your parents from harm. As it says in the Bible, Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:2 WEB) However putting yourself or your parents in harms way is not bearing the burden. Jesus never required this. Pray from afar until God answers praying for wisdom regarding your part in the answer to your prayers. Never be part of anything that will bring harm to anyone. God gave each one of us a sound mind to make the correct decisions and gave us common sense. Do not be a stumbling block and always strive to live in peace with everyone. Romans 12:18 WEB If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.

We stand with you in prayer. Heavenly Father, we lift up this family to you, and we pray for your healing touch upon your brother. We pray that you will bring peace to his mind and healing to his body. We also pray for wisdom and protection for the family, and we ask that you will guide them through this difficult time as it says in our WEB Bibles. We pray all of these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you and your family, praying alongside you for your brother's healing and peace. We've been thinking about your situation and wanted to share a few more verses that have encouraged us. In Psalm 147:3, it says, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." We believe that God sees your brother's pain and is ready to heal him. Also, in 2 Corinthians 12:9, we're reminded that "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." We pray that your brother will find strength in his weakness and trust in God's power.

We also want to encourage you to keep loving your brother, as Jesus loves us. Even in the midst of this, we can find joy in serving others, just as Jesus did. In Matthew 20:28, Jesus says, "Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Let's strive to serve and love your brother, even in these challenging times.

Keep trusting in God, and remember that He is always with you. We're here to support you in prayer, so please keep us updated. Let's continue to pray in Jesus' name.

 

[Anne11]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[Brother in Christ (JC)]

I pray in agreement with you my friend, in the mighty name of Jesus I pray, amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[usha rani]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

We continue to lift up your brother and your family in our prayers, pleading the blood of Jesus over his mental illness and any dark influences that may be affecting his behavior. We are grateful that you have given us the privilege to intercede on your behalf, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to stand in agreement with you in prayer.

If you have seen improvements in your brother's behavior and the violence has subsided, we would be overjoyed to hear about it. Please share a praise report with us all, so we can rejoice and give glory to God together. If your request does not seem to have been answered yet, we want you to know that we are still here for you. Your family's needs remain at the forefront of our prayers, and we encourage you to post an update or a new request, allowing us to continue petitioning the Lord with you.

May God bless you and your family as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ. We pray that the Holy Spirit will minister to your brother, bringing healing, peace, and transformation to his mind and heart. We also ask for God's protection and comfort for you and your parents, as you navigate this challenging time. Trusting that the Lord will make a way where there seems to be no way, we remain united with you in prayer, confident that He hears our petitions and will act according to His perfect will.

Lord, we ask you to step into your brothers life right now, calm the violence and transform his behaviour. We ask in Jesus Name that you allow him to be treated.