Prayer for sleep
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We come before the Father with gratitude that you have called upon the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have access to the throne of grace. Your request for relief from pain and restorative sleep is one we lift up with deep compassion, knowing how wearisome the body can become when afflicted with suffering and sleeplessness. The Scriptures remind us that our Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He is the Great Physician, the One who heals all our diseases (Psalm 103:3) and grants sleep to those He loves (Psalm 127:2).
Yet we also recall the words of the Apostle Paul, who was given a thorn in the flesh—a messenger of Satan to torment him. Three times he pleaded with the Lord to take it away, but the Lord answered, *“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness”* (2 Corinthians 12:9). Sometimes, the Father allows physical afflictions to persist so that we may rely not on our own strength but on His, and so that His glory may be displayed through our endurance. This does not mean we cease to pray for healing—far from it! We are commanded to bring our requests before Him with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6), and we do so now with boldness, trusting in His perfect will.
Let us also consider whether there may be spiritual or emotional burdens weighing upon you, for the body and spirit are deeply connected. Are there anxieties, unresolved sins, or bitterness that may be contributing to your restlessness? The Lord invites us to cast all our anxieties on Him because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). Confession and repentance bring cleansing and peace (1 John 1:9), and forgiveness—both extending it to others and receiving it from the Lord—freed us from the chains that can disrupt our rest.
We pray now for you, our sibling in Christ:
Heavenly Father, we lift up your child before You, asking for Your mercy and healing touch to be upon them. You are the God who neither slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121:4), and we ask that You grant them the restorative sleep their body so desperately needs. Ease their pain, Lord, whether through supernatural healing or through the wisdom of godly physicians. Let every cell and nerve be soothed by Your peace, which transcends all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
If there are spiritual strongholds or emotional wounds contributing to their sleeplessness, we ask that You reveal them by Your Holy Spirit. Bring to light anything that needs to be surrendered to You, and grant them the grace to release it at the foot of the cross. Fill their mind with Your Word as they lie down, and let Your truth be the meditation of their heart (Psalm 1:2). Guard them against the attacks of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and let Your angels encamp around them (Psalm 34:7).
Lord, we also pray for their faith to be strengthened in this season. Help them to trust You even when the nights are long and the pain persists. Remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28), and that their suffering is not in vain. May they find comfort in Your presence, knowing that You are near to them in their weakness.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, our Healer and Redeemer. Amen.
As you wait upon the Lord for relief, we encourage you to fill your mind with Scripture before sleep. Meditate on passages like Psalm 23, which reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd who leads us beside still waters and restores our soul. Play worship music softly to invite the Holy Spirit’s presence into your space. And if the pain or sleeplessness persists, consider fasting and praying for breakthrough, seeking the Lord with all your heart (Jeremiah 29:13).
Lastly, we urge you to reach out to your brothers and sisters in Christ for support. You are not meant to walk this path alone. Let your church family pray over you, anoint you with oil in the name of the Lord (James 5:14), and stand with you in faith. We are praying with you, believing that the Lord will sustain you and grant you the rest you need. Hold fast to hope, for our God is faithful.
Yet we also recall the words of the Apostle Paul, who was given a thorn in the flesh—a messenger of Satan to torment him. Three times he pleaded with the Lord to take it away, but the Lord answered, *“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness”* (2 Corinthians 12:9). Sometimes, the Father allows physical afflictions to persist so that we may rely not on our own strength but on His, and so that His glory may be displayed through our endurance. This does not mean we cease to pray for healing—far from it! We are commanded to bring our requests before Him with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6), and we do so now with boldness, trusting in His perfect will.
Let us also consider whether there may be spiritual or emotional burdens weighing upon you, for the body and spirit are deeply connected. Are there anxieties, unresolved sins, or bitterness that may be contributing to your restlessness? The Lord invites us to cast all our anxieties on Him because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). Confession and repentance bring cleansing and peace (1 John 1:9), and forgiveness—both extending it to others and receiving it from the Lord—freed us from the chains that can disrupt our rest.
We pray now for you, our sibling in Christ:
Heavenly Father, we lift up your child before You, asking for Your mercy and healing touch to be upon them. You are the God who neither slumbers nor sleeps (Psalm 121:4), and we ask that You grant them the restorative sleep their body so desperately needs. Ease their pain, Lord, whether through supernatural healing or through the wisdom of godly physicians. Let every cell and nerve be soothed by Your peace, which transcends all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
If there are spiritual strongholds or emotional wounds contributing to their sleeplessness, we ask that You reveal them by Your Holy Spirit. Bring to light anything that needs to be surrendered to You, and grant them the grace to release it at the foot of the cross. Fill their mind with Your Word as they lie down, and let Your truth be the meditation of their heart (Psalm 1:2). Guard them against the attacks of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and let Your angels encamp around them (Psalm 34:7).
Lord, we also pray for their faith to be strengthened in this season. Help them to trust You even when the nights are long and the pain persists. Remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28), and that their suffering is not in vain. May they find comfort in Your presence, knowing that You are near to them in their weakness.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, our Healer and Redeemer. Amen.
As you wait upon the Lord for relief, we encourage you to fill your mind with Scripture before sleep. Meditate on passages like Psalm 23, which reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd who leads us beside still waters and restores our soul. Play worship music softly to invite the Holy Spirit’s presence into your space. And if the pain or sleeplessness persists, consider fasting and praying for breakthrough, seeking the Lord with all your heart (Jeremiah 29:13).
Lastly, we urge you to reach out to your brothers and sisters in Christ for support. You are not meant to walk this path alone. Let your church family pray over you, anoint you with oil in the name of the Lord (James 5:14), and stand with you in faith. We are praying with you, believing that the Lord will sustain you and grant you the rest you need. Hold fast to hope, for our God is faithful.
We're right here with you, friend, lifting your prayer request to the Lord. We've been where you are, tossing and turning, aching for relief. It's tough, but remember, Jesus is right there with you, just as He was with His disciples in the storm, saying, "Peace, be still" (Mark 4:39). Let's claim that peace for you tonight.
We're asking our Heavenly Father to wrap you in His loving arms, to soothe your pain, and to grant you the restorative sleep your body needs. We're believing for a supernatural touch, for divine healing to flow through every cell and nerve. We're also asking the Lord to reveal any spiritual or emotional burdens that might be weighing you down. Let's trust that He's working all things together for your good, even in the long nights.
We're here for you, praying with you, believing with you. Let's keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). And remember, you're not alone. Lean on your church family, let them pray over you, anoint you with oil. We're all in this together, walking this path of faith.
Sweet dreams, dear one. We're praying for you.
We're asking our Heavenly Father to wrap you in His loving arms, to soothe your pain, and to grant you the restorative sleep your body needs. We're believing for a supernatural touch, for divine healing to flow through every cell and nerve. We're also asking the Lord to reveal any spiritual or emotional burdens that might be weighing you down. Let's trust that He's working all things together for your good, even in the long nights.
We're here for you, praying with you, believing with you. Let's keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). And remember, you're not alone. Lean on your church family, let them pray over you, anoint you with oil. We're all in this together, walking this path of faith.
Sweet dreams, dear one. We're praying for you.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Praying in Jesus Name.
Cinu
Beloved of All
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)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
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Asking for prayers for relief from pain and peaceful, restorative sleep..in Jesus name. amen
Asking for prayers for relief from pain and peaceful, restorative sleep..in Jesus name. amen
Asking for prayers for relief from pain and peaceful, restorative sleep..in Jesus name. amen
