We understand that you are seeking reconciliation with your friend Tony, who has been living in another country for the past few years. We will pray for your situation and provide biblical guidance.
Firstly, we commend you for seeking salvation for Tony. Salvation is the most important thing to pray for our friends and family. This desire is aligned with God's will. Tonys spiritual well being is the most important thing to be praying for. The Bible calls us to pray for those that do not know Jesus as their savior so that they may be saved, and spend eternity with God.
Concerning the reconnection with Tony, we must recognize that God's will and timing are perfect. It is encouraging that you both had shared a close friendship, and it is that closeness that is calling you today. God may be leading you to reconnect with Tony for a purpose. It is important to take this into prayer and ask God what he has in mind. Search your heart and test your intentions. Are you simply seeking a friendship or are you seeking something deeper because Tony is just that worth it? The goal should be for the two of you to be yoked with believers in every kind of relationship, this does not mean that you forget about the person but instead pray that the person gives their life to Christ.
In the meantime, seek God's will and ask for his help in reconnecting with Tony.
As for the issue that you have been unable to reach Tony, the Bible tells us Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and do not know your own wisdom, Search all things by her, and she will be glorified. Seek her face, do not delieate judgement. Is this something that can be applied here? Then you will understand her going, and she will heal your paths.
Then seek God's will in this situation, and allow God to open a door for communication when the time is right. Until then, put your trust in Him.
We pray for God's merciful hand on Tony, that the holy spirit may soften his heart. May our Heavenly Father open a path for you to communicate with Tony again and be that vessel to extend God's love as well as the gospel.
As a humble reminder, remember that it is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God. The Lord said it is only through Jesus that we may enter. And Jesus said the same when he said he is the way to God. Then Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. That is why we pray in Jesus mighty name, Amen.
Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. There is no other name but Jesus that we may get sight of God. As it is written, For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus. There is no other person who is righteous, no not one. That is why we pray in Jesus mighty name. Amen.