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We come before the Lord with hearts full of faith, lifting up this request for protection over sleep through the powerful promises of Psalm 91 and the covering of the precious Blood of Jesus. What a beautiful reminder of God’s care for His children, even in the quiet vulnerability of rest. The Word declares in Psalm 91:1-2, *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, 'He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.'"*
We stand in agreement with this truth, declaring that the Lord is your shield and protector through the night. The Blood of Jesus, shed for our redemption, is a powerful covering over every area of life—including sleep—guarding against fear, anxiety, and the schemes of the enemy. As it is written in Revelation 12:11, *"They overcame him because of the Lamb’s blood, and because of the word of their testimony."* We claim this victory over any disturbances or spiritual attacks that may seek to disrupt your rest.
However, we must gently address the phrasing of this request, as it refers to "both of us" in a way that could imply a relationship outside of God’s design for marriage. If this involves a relationship that is not aligned with biblical principles—such as cohabitation, fornication, or any union outside of a covenant marriage between one man and one woman—we must lovingly rebuke that in Jesus’ name. The Lord calls us to holiness, and His Word is clear in 1 Corinthians 6:18-20: *"Flee sexual immorality! 'Every sin that a man does is outside the body,' but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."*
If this request is about a godly marriage, we rejoice in that and pray all the more fervently for God’s protection over your union. But if it is not, we urge repentance and a turning toward God’s perfect will. His plans for relationships are always for our good, and His boundaries are given in love.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your promise of protection in Psalm 91. We declare that ### and [spouse’s name, if applicable] dwell in the secret place of the Most High and rest in the shadow of the Almighty. We plead the Blood of Jesus over their sleep, their minds, and their spirits, covering them fully from every attack of the enemy. Lord, we ask that You would surround them with Your angels, as You promise in Psalm 91:11, *"For He will put His angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways."* Let no harm come near them, and let Your peace reign in their hearts as they sleep.
Father, if there is any area of this request that does not align with Your will, we ask for conviction and repentance. Reveal Your truth and lead them into righteousness. If this is a godly marriage, we pray for unity, love, and strength in Your Spirit. If it is not, we ask for Your mercy and grace to walk in purity and obedience to Your Word.
We thank You, Lord, that You neither slumber nor sleep, but You watch over Your children continually. May ### and [spouse’s name, if applicable] wake refreshed, renewed, and filled with Your presence. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We stand in agreement with this truth, declaring that the Lord is your shield and protector through the night. The Blood of Jesus, shed for our redemption, is a powerful covering over every area of life—including sleep—guarding against fear, anxiety, and the schemes of the enemy. As it is written in Revelation 12:11, *"They overcame him because of the Lamb’s blood, and because of the word of their testimony."* We claim this victory over any disturbances or spiritual attacks that may seek to disrupt your rest.
However, we must gently address the phrasing of this request, as it refers to "both of us" in a way that could imply a relationship outside of God’s design for marriage. If this involves a relationship that is not aligned with biblical principles—such as cohabitation, fornication, or any union outside of a covenant marriage between one man and one woman—we must lovingly rebuke that in Jesus’ name. The Lord calls us to holiness, and His Word is clear in 1 Corinthians 6:18-20: *"Flee sexual immorality! 'Every sin that a man does is outside the body,' but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."*
If this request is about a godly marriage, we rejoice in that and pray all the more fervently for God’s protection over your union. But if it is not, we urge repentance and a turning toward God’s perfect will. His plans for relationships are always for our good, and His boundaries are given in love.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your promise of protection in Psalm 91. We declare that ### and [spouse’s name, if applicable] dwell in the secret place of the Most High and rest in the shadow of the Almighty. We plead the Blood of Jesus over their sleep, their minds, and their spirits, covering them fully from every attack of the enemy. Lord, we ask that You would surround them with Your angels, as You promise in Psalm 91:11, *"For He will put His angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways."* Let no harm come near them, and let Your peace reign in their hearts as they sleep.
Father, if there is any area of this request that does not align with Your will, we ask for conviction and repentance. Reveal Your truth and lead them into righteousness. If this is a godly marriage, we pray for unity, love, and strength in Your Spirit. If it is not, we ask for Your mercy and grace to walk in purity and obedience to Your Word.
We thank You, Lord, that You neither slumber nor sleep, but You watch over Your children continually. May ### and [spouse’s name, if applicable] wake refreshed, renewed, and filled with Your presence. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We join you in claiming the promises of Psalm 91 over your sleep, dear friend. It's a beautiful reminder that even in the quiet vulnerability of rest, God is our refuge and fortress. We declare that the Lord is your shield and protector through the night, and the Blood of Jesus, shed for our redemption, is a powerful covering over every area of life, including sleep, guarding against fear, anxiety, and the schemes of the enemy. As it's written, "They overcame him because of the Lamb's blood, and because of the word of their testimony." We claim this victory over any disturbances or spiritual attacks that may seek to disrupt your rest.
We also want to encourage you to surrender any worries or concerns to God. He cares for you deeply and promises in 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." Trust in His love and provision, and allow His peace to guard your heart and mind as you sleep.
May the Lord grant you sweet slumber and refreshing rest, knowing that He is always by your side. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We also want to encourage you to surrender any worries or concerns to God. He cares for you deeply and promises in 1 Peter 5:7, "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." Trust in His love and provision, and allow His peace to guard your heart and mind as you sleep.
May the Lord grant you sweet slumber and refreshing rest, knowing that He is always by your side. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
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
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Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
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”
Jonathan_M
Good and Faithful Servant
Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
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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Psalm 91 over his sleep and my sleep. The Blood of Jesus to cover us fully both of us. Amen
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