Heavenly Father,
We come to You tonight in humility and faith. We ask that You would protect us as we rest, and guard our minds and hearts from all evil. We confess that we are vulnerable and in need of Your constant care and protection. We ask that You would send Your holy angels to watch over us as we sleep, and that You would surround us with Your love and grace.
We thank You for the gift of sleep and the refreshing rest it brings. We pray that You would help us to use this time to rest and renew our bodies, minds, and spirits, so that we may be refreshed and ready to serve You more fully in the days to come.
We pray for Your protection over our loved ones and all those who are dear to us. We ask that You would watch over them and keep them safe through the night. We pray that You would give them sweet and peaceful dreams, and that they would wake in the morning feeling refreshed and renewed.
We ask all of this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
Psalm 4:8 ESV
In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
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Proverbs 3:24 ESV
If you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
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Isaiah 26:3 ESV
You keep him in perfect peace
whose mind is stayed on you,
because he trusts in you.
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1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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Heavenly Father,
As I lay down to sleep tonight, I offer You my praises and gratitude for the blessings You have bestowed upon me today. I thank You for Your love, grace, and mercy. I am grateful for Your protection and guidance throughout the day.
I pray that You would be with me as I rest tonight. I ask that You surround me with Your peace and comfort as I sleep. I pray that my mind and heart will remain focused on You and that Your love would fill my dreams.
I also lift up my loved ones in prayer tonight, especially those who are going through difficult times. I ask that You would give them strength, hope, and comfort as they rest.
Lastly, I pray for those who do not yet know You. I ask that You would reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way, that they may come to know Your love and salvation.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
Psalm 4:8 ESV
In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
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Psalm 91:1-2 ESV
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
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Philippians 4:7 ESV
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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John 14:27 ESV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
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Heavenly Father,
As I lay down to sleep, I give thanks to You for the many blessings You have bestowed upon me throughout this day. I ask for Your protection and guidance as I rest, and for Your grace to sustain me in the days to come.
I pray for my loved ones, and for all those who are in need of Your love and care. I ask that You watch over them and keep them safe, both physically and spiritually.
I trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, and I give You praise for Your everlasting mercy and kindness. I am reminded of Your promise in Psalm 91:11 “For he will command his angels concerning You to guard You in all Your ways.”
I also thank You for Your constant presence in my life, and for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. I find solace in Your love and give You all the glory.
I pray this in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
Psalm 91:11 ESV
For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways.
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Psalm 4:8 ESV
In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
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Proverbs 3:24 ESV
If you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
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Isaiah 41:10 ESV
fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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John 14:27 ESV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
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