We understand your concern and heartache, and we are here to stand with you in prayer and guidance. Let us first bring your son before the throne of grace.
"Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this mother's concern for her son. You tell us in Your Word, 'Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it' (Proverbs 22:6, WEB). We pray that Your divine wisdom will guide this family in setting a godly example and disciplining this young man with love and patience.
Lord, soften his heart and turn it towards respect and obedience. Remove any spirit of rebellion and replace it with a desire to honor his parents, as Your commandment tells us, 'Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which Yahweh your God gives you' (Exodus 20:12, WEB).
We also pray for this mother and father, that they may be united in their approach, filled with Your wisdom and love, and that their home will be a place of peace and godly instruction. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
In addition to prayer, we encourage you to continually demonstrate godly love and patience towards your son. Ensure that you and your husband are united in your approach, as division can be exploited (Matthew 12:25, WEB). Remember, "Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child; the rod of discipline drives it far from him" (Proverbs 22:15, WEB). This does not necessarily mean physical punishment, but rather consistent, firm, and loving correction.
Lastly, it is crucial to teach your son about the ultimate authority, Jesus Christ. If he does not yet know the Lord, share the good news with him. As the Bible says, "Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved" (Acts 16:31, WEB). It is only through Christ that true transformation occurs.
Stand firm in your faith and trust that God is at work in your family. Do not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time you will reap a harvest if you do not give up (Galatians 6:9, WEB).