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Prayer is a powerful tool to connect with God. As the sun sets and you wind down from your busy day, pause to connect with God, acknowledging His presence throughout your day. Use this time to express gratitude, thank Him for His protection and seek forgiveness for actions you may not be proud of. As you prepare for bed, a nighttime prayer can calm your body, soul and mind, reaffirming that you are safe under His watch.
Below is a collection of prayers to bless your night's sleep. In peace and faith, lift these prayers to the Lord and rest in God's tranquility!
Powerful Evening for Peace and Rest
It it good to communicate with God at any time. Here are a few prayers that you can read and speak to our Lord God Almighty. These prayers are simply a guide for you - you can say your own sweet prayer to our Father. Remember, God will not weigh your words, He weighs your heart.
An Evening Prayer of Thanksgiving
Give thanks to the Lord for He is good! There is never a wrong time to praise the Lord– in joy, in sorrow, in worry, in pain, in goodness and in gladness– thanks be to our Father, Our God. A short time of prayer in the evening, helps you reflect on the day.
Father God, Protector and Deliverer,
I thank You for the day thus far.
Thank you for all that you helped me accomplish.
Thank You for the strength You gave me, for indeed, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!
Thank You for Your guidance in all the decisions I made this day and for blessing me with wisdom and discernment.
Even in moments beyond my control, I was not anxious, knowing that You are always in control.
As the day draws to a close, I seek Your peace through the night.
Thank You for blessing my day, now and always.
In Your mighty name I pray. Amen.
An Evening Prayer to Crush any Fears
Nightfall can bring anxiety and anxiousness. Here is a prayer that will calm your heart and remind you of God’s power over darkness.
Dear Father, Creator of the heavens and earth,
I come before you tonight as darkness brings upon a fear that I cannot explain.
Help me O Lord to be calm, knowing you created the night and day.
As I reflect on the psalm, I pray for the spirit of boldness, trusting You are with me:
“Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me,’
even the darkness will not be dark to You; the night will shine like the day,
for darkness is as light to You (Psalm 139:11–12).
I make this prayer in the name of Jesus. Amen.
An Evening Prayer for Peace and Calm
As the day draws to a close, reach out to our Heavenly Father to pray for a peaceful time.
Father God,
Thank You for being near.
I commit this evening into Your hands and I pray for your peace over my household.
As I close this day, help me to unwind and let go of things I struggled with during the day-
Things which caused me stress and turmoil.
Teach me to release it all, Lord!
Bless me with a quiet, peaceful evening, as I commit myself into Your hands.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Goodnight Prayers to be said at Bedtime for Peaceful Sleep
As you get ready for bed, thank God for the day and commit the night into His hands. He is ever-present and always ready to help. Here are a few prayer outlines to get you started. Remember, you can pray to God in your own words—He doesn't grade you on your word choice; He simply looks at your heart.
Prayer for a Good Night's Sleep
Lord my God,
Another day has come to an end...
Thank you, Lord, not only for the good times today but also for the bad.
In these moments you teach me to depend on you more.
Right now, I want to hand everything over to you: the difficulties and worries, the achievements and joys of today.
I know that you have been by my side. Calm my mind and heart so that I can sleep well.
Remove all fear, anxiety and anguish from my soul.
Help me to always love and forgive those who have offended me.
May I rest in your peace, always trusting in your faithful Word.
Grant me a good night's sleep, relieve all physical and mental tiredness.
In the name of Jesus, I ask these things, and thank you.
Amen!
Night Prayer for Children at Bedtime
It is good to encourage children to learn to communicate with God from an early age. Here is a short prayer of thanksgiving to God, and requesting His protection through the night.
Dear Father in heaven,
Thank You for the air I breathe.
Thank You for this day so sweet.
Thank You for the fun I had,
Thank You that I was not sad.
Thank You for the food I ate,
Thank You for the friends I made.
Be with me through the night,
That I may not cry of fright.
Protect us all and keep us safe,
As we rest in Your grace.
In Your mighty name I pray, Amen.
Good Night Prayer of Thanksgiving at Bedtime
When we count our blessings at the end of the day, we will be in awe of how the Lord works in our lives. Even when we don’t see it, He is working. Showing gratitude and thanking Him draws us closer to Him. Here is a short prayer to thank Him for His blessings.
Dear Heavenly Father,
You may not be visible to my eyes,
but I felt Your presence throughout the entire day.
Thank You for Your mercies that are new every morning.
Thank You for Your hand of protection over me,
for Your rod and staff that guided and comforted me.
I am grateful for Your blessings of wisdom and discernment during the day.
As this day comes to a close, I lift up the night into Your hands.
Cover me and protect me, keeping me from all evil as I rest,
knowing You are watching over me.
I make this prayer of thanksgiving in Your name. Amen.
Night Prayer for Protection
Father of all mercy, bless my life.
Deliver me from the enemies who want to harm me.
Send your angels to protect me from danger, all violence, anguish and disaster.
Protect my soul, my family, my relationships and all my brothers and sisters in Christ.
Remove from my path the Enemy who wishes to kill, steal and destroy at all costs.
Keep me daily in your presence, Lord God, as the apple of your eye.
May your great power sustain and uphold me in this hour and always.
I am grateful for your goodness and mercy.
I pray in Jesus' name.
Amen!
Bedtime Prayers for Protection from Negative Thoughts and Spiritual Attacks at Night
There are times we find ourselves in spiritual warfare, which leaves us disturbed and clutters our minds with negative thoughts. But we know that the plans the Lord has for us are to prosper us and give us peace. In such moments, the best thing we can do is pray.
My God, My Lord, my refuge and my fortress, in whom I trust,
As I humbly come before You this night, I commit myself into Your hands.
I pray that with Your protection, I will not fear the terror of night.
I pray to You, my Lord, my refuge.
Under Your shadow, no harm will overtake me and no disaster will come near me.
As I wind up for the day, guide my steps and thoughts for the day to come.
Let no negative thoughts overwhelm me and disturb my peace,
as I commit this night into Your hands and make this prayer in Your mighty name. Amen.
Night Prayers to Ease a Worried and Anxious Mind at Bedtime
Not every day is perfect. There are days when things don’t go as planned, leaving us disturbed and anxious. On such days, thoughts can flood our minds at bedtime, making us even more restless. Let us pray for God’s calming presence.
Dear Father, my Lord, My God, My Comforter in times of distress,
I call upon Your name as You are my refuge and strength in times of trouble.
I pray for Your Holy Spirit to calm me as I cast all my fears unto You.
You are the only one who can deliver me and give me peace.
I know that You have my back, and therefore I will not fear.
Help me, Lord, to be still and know that You are God.
Help me to count my blessings instead of focusing on the things that are stealing my joy.
Lord, ease my anxious mind and bring me peace.
In Your name I make this prayer. Amen.
Night Prayer for Peaceful Sleep
Mighty God, before I go to sleep I ask you: please grant me good dreams!
Clear my mind of all nightmares and bad dreams, because you are so good, oh Father!
I cast at the foot of the cross all my anxieties, life's traumas, and the onslaughts of the evil one.
May everything that wants to steal my peace be destroyed.
I know that your care reaches me and supports me in this hour.
Stay with me tonight and always, Eternal God.
You are the Creator of the universe, and you do not sleep!
Watch over me, drive all evil from our home and fear from my heart.
Give me a restful night and sweet dreams, in Jesus' name!
Amen!
Goodnight Prayer Asking for God’s Help at Bedtime
While we may connect with the Lord during the day for help, it is good to keep the lines of communication open at night as well. God is watching—day and night—never sleeping, always protecting.
Abba Father, Creator of the heavens,
I come before You as a broken person asking for Your help.
You, O Lord, know my heart and my desires.
While I feel that I am up against the wall,
I pray for Your guidance and help to get through it all.
While it may be necessary for me to face this situation head-on,
I pray for Your strength so that this too shall pass.
As I lay my head down, I lift up my eyes to You, my Lord.
My help will come from You, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Amen.
Goodnight Prayer for God’s Guidance at Bedtime
No matter how old we get, we always need God to be the compass of our lives—to guide us, steering us to safety. This short prayer will help us connect with God, asking Him for His guidance.
My Father in heaven,
Thank You for Your presence today.
As I call it a night, I want to pray for Your guidance for tomorrow too.
Instruct me, dear God, and teach me the way I should go.
Counsel me and never ever let Your loving eyes move away from me.
I trust in You, my Lord, with all my heart.
I lean not on my own understanding.
Tonight and every day, I submit my plans to You, dear Father,
And You make my paths straight.
In Your name I pray. Amen.
Goodnight Prayer for Strength for the New Day/ Bedtime Prayer for Release at the End of a Disappointing Day
If today has been a day when everything seems to have gone wrong, when you have felt like giving up, when you have no joy to face the new day, turn to God for a release from this disappointing day and pray to Him to face a new day.
My Lord, My God,
Today has been a difficult day for me with all that has happened.
But I have found comfort under Your wings.
Lord, as I prepare for tomorrow, I pray for rest in Your presence.
I pray for You to renew my strength as I put my hope and trust in You.
Lord, I pray for Your power that will help me rise above the situation I am in.
I pray that as the new day dawns, I will run and not grow weary,
That I will walk and not go faint.
I know, Father God, that I can do all things through You, who gives me strength.
Thank You, God, as I know that Your tender mercies are new every morning;
Great is Your faithfulness to me, Lord.
Amen.
Night Prayer for Family and Loved Ones at Bedtime
It is good to pray for your family and friends, that the Lord keeps them safe and protects them during the night.
Dear God,
As I come before Your throne of grace,
I lift up my family unto You.
Lord, I pray for Your mercies over each and every member of my family.
I pray that You bless them and keep them through the night with peaceful sleep.
I pray, Lord, that You keep them from all harm
And watch their coming and going, both now and forevermore.
I pray that each and every member of my family enjoys good health
And that they will be strengthened in Your presence.
I pray for my parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, cousins, and neighbors,
That they will experience Your goodness and mercies
And their minds are renewed as they rest.
I pray for good health for all members of my family
And that You heal everyone who is suffering from any discomfort.
I pray for Your tender mercies over us all as we go to bed,
And let us fear nothing, for You are with us.
In Your name I pray, Amen.
Evening Prayers from the Bible
A Prayer Based on the Ten Commandments
Oh Lord, one true God,
I want to hear your laws.May I worship you.
May I worship only you, above all things.
May everything I say and do show respect for your name.
May I respect the weekly day of rest.
May I honour my parents.
May I reject violence and evil, so that I never take someone's life.
May I be loyal to my friends and faithful to the commitment of marriage/relationships.
May I not steal what belongs to others.
May I not tell lies to destroy other people's reputations.
May I not be envious of what others have, but be satisfied with the good things you have given me.
Amen.
Prayer for more virtues
Lord God, help me to live up to the virtues you have placed on me.
May I endeavour to add perfect conduct to faith,
to good behaviour, let me add knowledge;
To knowledge let me add self-control;
to self-control let me add perseverance;
to perseverance let me add devotion to God and piety;
to devotion to God let me add brotherhood and affection for my neighbour;
and to fraternity let me add love.
I want to grow in these things, to be more productive and useful,
and to attain the complete knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Based on 2 Peter 1:5-8
Psalm 91
1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”3 Surely he will save you
from the fowler’s snare
and from the deadly pestilence.
4 He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
5 You will not fear the terror of night,
nor the arrow that flies by day,
6 nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness,
nor the plague that destroys at midday.
7 A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.
8 You will only observe with your eyes
and see the punishment of the wicked.9 If you say, “The Lord is my refuge,”
and you make the Most High your dwelling,
10 no harm will overtake you,
no disaster will come near your tent.
11 For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways;
12 they will lift you up in their hands,
so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
13 You will tread on the lion and the cobra;
you will trample the great lion and the serpent.14 “Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him;
I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.
15 He will call on me, and I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble,
I will deliver him and honor him.
16 With long life I will satisfy him
and show him my salvation.”- Psalm 91:1-16
Here are a few steps you can follow to ensure that you and your family maintain an ongoing, open line of communication with the Lord.
- Make it a point to set time aside dedicated for prayer.
- Play soothing gospel worship to create a peaceful atmosphere
- Remember, that communication is a two-way process. God will speak to you. So wait in His presence to hear from Him.
- Take time to journal your thoughts or what you felt the Lord s to you
- If possible, encourage your family members to join in the prayer time. A family that prayers together, stays together.
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