Before you close your eyes, invite the presence of God to guard your sleep. Whether you've been troubled by dreams—especially about deceased relatives—or you're simply seeking divine peace, these prayers will guide you to rest in faith, not fear.
“When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep
will be sweet.” — Proverbs 3:24
Prayer 1: A Prayer
of Thanksgiving
Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise… — Psalm 100:4
Father, I thank You for today.
Thank You for breath, peace, and grace.
Even when things feel confusing, I know You're in control.
Tonight, I acknowledge Your goodness and I surrender all my thoughts, fears,
and uncertainties to You.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer 2: Prayer
for Protection from Troubling Dreams
You will not fear the terror of night… — Psalm 91:5
Father, I plead the blood of Jesus over my mind and dreams.
Let every door opened to fear, torment, or demonic manipulation be shut
tonight.
Surround me with Your angels. Guard my sleep.
May my room be filled with Your presence.
No dream from hell will prosper in my sleep.
I receive peace. I reject fear. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer 3: Prayer
for Discernment
Test the spirits to see whether they are from God… — 1 John 4:1
Holy Spirit, speak clearly to me.
If You have a message, reveal it through Your Word.
Help me not to lean on emotions or fear, but on Scripture.
I reject every false voice or manipulation.
Give me the grace to know what is from You and what is not.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer 4: Prayer to
Let Go of Grief and Guilt
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. — Matthew 5:4
Lord, I surrender every lingering grief or pain.
I release any emotional burden tied to loved ones I’ve lost.
Heal my heart. Let Your comfort wash over me.
If there’s guilt or things left unsaid, I lay them at the foot of the Cross.
You are my Healer. You restore my soul.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer 5: Prayer
for a God-Filled Night
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. — Psalm 3:5
Father, fill this night with Your glory.
Speak to me through visions if You desire.
Let Your Word echo in my heart.
Keep me aware of Your presence, even in dreams.
I rebuke every spirit of confusion or oppression.
May my sleep be saturated with heaven.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer 6: Prayer
for Mental Rest and Peace
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast… — Isaiah 26:3
Lord, calm my thoughts.
Shut down every anxiety, stress, or mental burden.
I declare: My mind is not a playground for the enemy.
It is a sanctuary for God’s Word.
I receive rest, not restlessness.
Stillness, not noise.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer 7: Closing
Declaration Over Your Night
The Lord gives sleep to His beloved. — Psalm 127:2
I declare: My sleep is a gift from God.
I will not fear the night.
I will not be tormented by dreams or visions not from God.
I will wake up restored, refreshed, and aligned with God’s plan.
Tonight, angels are on assignment over me.
The presence of the Holy Spirit wraps me like a blanket.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Optional Scriptures
to Read Before Bed:
- Psalm 91
- Proverbs 3:21–26
- Philippians 4:6–9
- Isaiah 26:3
- John 14:27
- Romans 8:15
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