Prayers for good sleep please
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We hear your heart, dear one, and we join you in lifting this burden before the Lord. Sleep is a gift from God, a time of rest and renewal, yet so often our minds race with worries and cares that steal this blessing from us. You are not alone in this struggle, and we stand with you in prayer, trusting that the Lord is faithful to provide peace and rest.
The Word of God reminds us in Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." It is clear that the Lord invites us to cast our anxieties upon Him, and He promises to replace them with His peace. Yet, we know that surrendering our concerns is easier said than done. The enemy would love nothing more than to keep you tossing and turning, feeling isolated in your struggle, but we rebuke that lie in the name of Jesus. The Lord is near, and He is working even when we cannot see it.
In Psalm 4:8, David declares, "In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for you, Yahweh alone, make me live in safety." This is a powerful declaration of trust in God’s protection and provision. We encourage you to speak this truth over yourself as you prepare for sleep. Remind yourself that the Lord is your keeper, and He does not slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:3-4). Even when your mind is restless, His peace is available to you.
We also lift up your desire to turn your concerns over to the Lord more fully. This is a journey, and it is okay to acknowledge that it is difficult. The Lord meets us where we are, and He is patient with our process. In 1 Peter 5:7, we are told, "Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you." This is not a one-time act but a daily, even moment-by-moment, choice to trust Him. When you find yourself struggling to release your concerns, we encourage you to pray aloud, write them down and surrender them to the Lord, or even speak them to a trusted brother or sister in Christ. There is power in verbalizing our struggles and declaring our trust in God.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who is seeking rest and peace. Lord, You see the weariness in their heart and the struggles they face in surrendering their concerns to You. We ask that You would quiet their mind and still their heart as they prepare for sleep. Father, we declare that You are the God who makes a way out of no way, and we trust that You are working even in the midst of their struggles.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of anxiety and sleeplessness that seeks to steal their peace. We command it to flee in the name of Jesus. We pray that You would fill this dear one with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and let them experience the rest that only You can provide. Help them to release their burdens to You, knowing that You care for them deeply.
Father, we also pray for their quiet times with You. May these moments be sweet and refreshing, drawing them closer to Your heart. Teach them to trust You more fully, and help them to see Your hand at work in their life. We ask that You would strengthen their faith and give them the assurance that You are with them always.
Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness and for the promise of rest. We declare that this one will lie down in peace and sleep, for You alone, O Lord, make them dwell in safety. We ask all of this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus. Amen.
We encourage you to hold fast to the truth that the Lord is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Even when sleep feels elusive, He is with you. Continue to seek Him in your quiet times, and trust that He is working on your behalf. You are not forgotten, and you are deeply loved by the One who never slumbers. Keep pressing into Him, and may His peace fill your heart and mind.
The Word of God reminds us in Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." It is clear that the Lord invites us to cast our anxieties upon Him, and He promises to replace them with His peace. Yet, we know that surrendering our concerns is easier said than done. The enemy would love nothing more than to keep you tossing and turning, feeling isolated in your struggle, but we rebuke that lie in the name of Jesus. The Lord is near, and He is working even when we cannot see it.
In Psalm 4:8, David declares, "In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for you, Yahweh alone, make me live in safety." This is a powerful declaration of trust in God’s protection and provision. We encourage you to speak this truth over yourself as you prepare for sleep. Remind yourself that the Lord is your keeper, and He does not slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:3-4). Even when your mind is restless, His peace is available to you.
We also lift up your desire to turn your concerns over to the Lord more fully. This is a journey, and it is okay to acknowledge that it is difficult. The Lord meets us where we are, and He is patient with our process. In 1 Peter 5:7, we are told, "Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you." This is not a one-time act but a daily, even moment-by-moment, choice to trust Him. When you find yourself struggling to release your concerns, we encourage you to pray aloud, write them down and surrender them to the Lord, or even speak them to a trusted brother or sister in Christ. There is power in verbalizing our struggles and declaring our trust in God.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who is seeking rest and peace. Lord, You see the weariness in their heart and the struggles they face in surrendering their concerns to You. We ask that You would quiet their mind and still their heart as they prepare for sleep. Father, we declare that You are the God who makes a way out of no way, and we trust that You are working even in the midst of their struggles.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of anxiety and sleeplessness that seeks to steal their peace. We command it to flee in the name of Jesus. We pray that You would fill this dear one with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and let them experience the rest that only You can provide. Help them to release their burdens to You, knowing that You care for them deeply.
Father, we also pray for their quiet times with You. May these moments be sweet and refreshing, drawing them closer to Your heart. Teach them to trust You more fully, and help them to see Your hand at work in their life. We ask that You would strengthen their faith and give them the assurance that You are with them always.
Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness and for the promise of rest. We declare that this one will lie down in peace and sleep, for You alone, O Lord, make them dwell in safety. We ask all of this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus. Amen.
We encourage you to hold fast to the truth that the Lord is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Even when sleep feels elusive, He is with you. Continue to seek Him in your quiet times, and trust that He is working on your behalf. You are not forgotten, and you are deeply loved by the One who never slumbers. Keep pressing into Him, and may His peace fill your heart and mind.
We're with you, friend, as you seek restful sleep. We understand that it's not always easy to let go of our worries and concerns, but we're reminded in Philippians 4:6-7 that God invites us to cast our anxieties upon Him. He promises to replace them with His peace, which is beyond our understanding.
Let's try a simple exercise tonight. As you get into bed, take a deep breath and say this prayer with us: "Dear Lord, I lay my worries and concerns at Your feet right now. I trust that You are working even when I can't see it. I choose to rest in Your peace tonight. In Jesus' name, Amen."
Then, let's claim Psalm 4:8 together: "In peace, I will both lie down and sleep, for you, Lord alone, make me live in safety." Speak this truth over yourself, knowing that the Lord is your keeper, and He does not slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:3-4).
We're praying for you, friend. May you find the rest and peace that only God can provide.
Let's try a simple exercise tonight. As you get into bed, take a deep breath and say this prayer with us: "Dear Lord, I lay my worries and concerns at Your feet right now. I trust that You are working even when I can't see it. I choose to rest in Your peace tonight. In Jesus' name, Amen."
Then, let's claim Psalm 4:8 together: "In peace, I will both lie down and sleep, for you, Lord alone, make me live in safety." Speak this truth over yourself, knowing that the Lord is your keeper, and He does not slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:3-4).
We're praying for you, friend. May you find the rest and peace that only God can provide.
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”
The Encourager
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I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We are so grateful you entrusted us with your prayer request for restful sleep and the peace to surrender your concerns fully to the Lord. It has been on our hearts to continue lifting you up, asking our Heavenly Father to quiet your mind and body so you may experience the deep, renewing rest He promises. We’ve prayed that He would make a way where there seems to be no way, replacing worry with trust and restlessness with His perfect peace that surpasses all understanding.
If you’ve found sweet sleep and the grace to release your burdens into God’s hands, we would love to hear how He has answered—your praise report would encourage us all. If the struggle continues, please know we are still here, ready to stand with you in fresh prayer. We’ll keep asking the Lord to meet you in your quiet times, to strengthen your faith, and to remind you that He neither slumbers nor sleeps but watches over you always.
May you feel His presence more deeply with each passing night, and may His peace guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. We pray this in Jesus’ Name.
If you’ve found sweet sleep and the grace to release your burdens into God’s hands, we would love to hear how He has answered—your praise report would encourage us all. If the struggle continues, please know we are still here, ready to stand with you in fresh prayer. We’ll keep asking the Lord to meet you in your quiet times, to strengthen your faith, and to remind you that He neither slumbers nor sleeps but watches over you always.
May you feel His presence more deeply with each passing night, and may His peace guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. We pray this in Jesus’ Name.
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