Justin Bieber‘s most recent and continued legal troubles have made him an easy punching bag in the media and blogosphere. But viewing the situation through his mother’s eyes may bring a fresh perspective to the struggles of this famous teenager.

“I ask that people keep me and Justin in their minds,” Pattie Mallette, the singer’s mother tells The Sun. “I pray for him everyday.”

“I think so many people go into the entertainment industry with amazing Christian roots and they get influenced somehow,” Mallette says, blaming people in Justin’s inner circle for his troubles.

“If Justin’s struggling, don’t kick him when he’s down or condemn him,” Pattie asks, “Pray for him.”