The day is coming to an end. Before you go to sleep, take a moment to read the word of God. Pray. Lift up what you are thankful for, any worries, pray for God’s blessing as you go to sleep.
- Psalm 4:8 In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
Leave the stress of the day and any worries in the hands of God. He will give you peace.
- Proverbs 3:24 If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
There can be a lot around us in our lives with our home, work, family, stress, worries and fear. Trust that God wants you to have a good sleep. We can face any challenge better if we are well rested.
- Psalm 23:2-3 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Trust God to lead you to rest, peace, renewed strength and energy. God wants good for us.
- Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Commit your way to God. When we are led by him, we can let our worries go. Instead of being anxious about what may or may not happen tomorrow, pray to God that his will be done.
- Psalm 63:5-6 My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food, and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips, when I remember you upon my bed, and meditate on you in the watches of the night;
Before you sleep, it is good to take the time to read the Bible and to pray to God. It satisfies our soul.
- Exodus 33:14 And he said, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
God is with you. If you don’t know God’s presence, seek him with all your heart. Be at peace in the presence of God.
- Psalm 116:7 Return, O my soul, to your rest; for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.
God is a generous God. May his peace, rest and love be with you in abundance.
Have you been stressed out lately? If yes, how have you been dealing with it? We usually get stressed out because of the overwhelming pressure brought about by personal and family problems, concerns at work or studies and even dilemma in the business. Of course, there are a lot more reasons for us to be stressed out but these are the most common causes.
According to Science, stress is our natural response to any good or bad experiences that we usually encounter. This means that it can be triggered anytime of the day. Sadly, when it get the most out of us, it can change our routine drastically and affect even our health.
The good news is there are several ways to battle or overcome stress. But the best way to deal with it is to go back to God’s Word. Here are five verses that you can remember to help you in dealing with stress:
John 14:1
“Do not be worried and upset,” Jesus told them. “Believe in God and believe also in me.”
Philippians 4:6,7
Don’t worry about anything, but in all your prayers ask God for what you need, always asking him with a thankful heart. And God’s peace, which is far beyond human understanding, will keep your hearts and minds safe in union with Christ Jesus.
James 1:2-4
My friends, consider yourselves fortunate when all kinds of trials come your way, for you know that when your faith succeeds in facing such trials, the result is the ability to endure. Make sure that your endurance carries you all the way without failing, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.
Psalms 46:1-3
God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not be afraid, even if the earth is shaken and mountains fall into the ocean depths; even if the seas roar and rage, and the hills are shaken by the violence.
Romans 8:28
We know that in all things God works for good with those who love him, those whom he has called according to his purpose.
7 Bible Verses Before You Sleep
The day is coming to an end. Before you go to sleep, take a moment to read the word of God. Pray. Lift up what you are thankful for, any worries, pray for God’s blessing as you go to sleep.
The day is coming to an end. Before you go to sleep, take a moment to read the word of God. Pray. Lift up what you are thankful for, any worries, pray for God’s blessing as you go to sleep.