Night Prayer When You Can’t Sleep

For lying awake at night while the clock ticks on.

“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.”

Psalm 4:8 (KJV)

Lord, I cannot sleep. My body is tired but my mind will not rest. I keep thinking about the day and worrying about tomorrow.

I give You every thought keeping me awake. Hold them for me tonight. Relax my body, slow my breathing and quiet my heart.

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for Thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety. Let me rest in that safety now.

If sleep does not come right away, let me rest in Your presence instead of fighting the night. Give me enough strength for tomorrow. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Short prayer to remember

Lord, I lay down in peace. Give me rest tonight. Amen.

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Questions about this prayer

What helps when I cannot sleep?

Put your phone away, keep the room dark and cool, breathe slowly and pray short prayers.

Should I see a doctor for insomnia?

If sleeplessness lasts more than a few weeks, talk to a doctor.

Night Prayer When You Can’t Sleep

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Questions about this prayer

What helps when I cannot sleep?

Should I see a doctor for insomnia?

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