Prayers to Help You Sleep

Struggling to fall asleep? I want to encourage you to take some time to say these prayers and invite God’s peace into your mind and heart as you try to fall asleep.

20 Scriptures to Help You Sleep

1. Prayer for Inner Peace
“Lord Jesus, I ask You to quiet my thoughts and bring peace to my spirit. Let Your calming presence wash over me, removing all anxieties and fears. In Your name, I surrender to rest.”

2. Prayer for a Clear Mind
“Lord, I ask You to clear my mind of any distractions, worries, or lingering thoughts. Help me to release everything that happened today and find peace in Your presence. Let my mind be still and focused on Your goodness as I fall asleep.”

3. Prayer for Divine Protection
“Father, I declare that You are my protector. Cover me with Your wings tonight and keep every form of harm and darkness away. Surround me with Your angels.”

4. Prayer for Sweet Sleep
“God, You promise Your beloved sleep. I ask You for sweet and uninterrupted rest tonight. Let my body relax, my mind quiet down, and my spirit find comfort in You.”

5. Prayer to Release Worries
“Lord, I give You every worry and burden weighing on my mind. I choose to trust You with every detail of my life. Let me find peace as I rest in Your sovereignty.”

6. Prayer for God’s Voice
“Jesus, let Your voice be the loudest in my mind tonight. Speak words of comfort, encouragement, and peace to me, and let all other voices be silenced.”

7. Prayer for Resting in God’s Love
“Father, I rest in Your love tonight. I know that nothing can separate me from it. Let Your love fill every part of me, removing all fear and anxiety.”

8. Prayer for a Calm Mind
“Lord, quiet my racing thoughts and calm my anxious heart. Let Your peace guard my heart and mind as I lay down to sleep.”

9. Prayer for God’s Presence
“Jesus, I invite You into this space right now. Fill this room with Your presence and let me sense Your nearness as I drift off to sleep.”

10. Prayer for Trusting God
“God, I choose to trust You with everything tonight. I know You are in control, and I leave every concern at Your feet. Grant me rest and peace.”

11. Prayer for Dreams of Hope
“Father, I pray for dreams filled with hope and promise. Let my mind dwell on Your goodness, and may I wake up encouraged and refreshed.”

12. Prayer for Healing Sleep
“Lord, I ask for healing sleep tonight. Heal every part of my body, soul, and mind that needs restoration. Let Your power flow through me as I rest.”

13. Prayer for Overcoming Fear
“Jesus, I rebuke every spirit of fear in Your name. I declare that I am filled with Your peace and not given to fear. Let me sleep in confidence and calm.”

14. Prayer for a New Day
“Lord, as I lay down tonight, I thank You for a new day tomorrow. Fill me with hope and anticipation for what You have in store. Let me sleep soundly, knowing You hold my future.”

15. Prayer for Stillness of Soul
“God, still my soul tonight. Let me rest in the knowledge that You are with me, that You are for me, and that You will never leave me.”

16. Prayer for Divine Dreams
“Holy Spirit, I invite You into my dreams tonight. Speak to me, guide me, and reveal Your will to me even as I sleep. I am open to Your leading.”

17. Prayer for God’s Comfort
“Father, I seek Your comfort tonight. Hold me close and let me feel Your presence surrounding me. Comfort every area of my heart and mind.”

18. Prayer for God’s Peace to Cover Me
“Lord Jesus, cover me with Your peace like a blanket tonight. Let every part of my being find tranquility in You, and help me to sleep deeply and peacefully.”

19. Prayer for Surrendering Control
“God, I surrender control of every situation and outcome to You. I let go of every worry and rest in Your capable hands. Grant me the peace that surpasses all understanding.”

20. Prayer for God’s Light
“Lord, shine Your light in my heart tonight. Let Your love dispel every shadow and bring comfort and peace to my soul. I trust You as I rest. In Jesus name, Amen.”

Read: 20 Scriptures That Help You Sleep