THE Bible provides us with verses that assure us of God’s protection to us even when are asleep. The God of Israel watches over us and will guard us with His angels always. Here are 10 verses from the Bible that you can read and meditate upon before going to bed tonight. All the verses below are taken from the New International Version.
Psalm 4:8
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.
Psalm 91:11-12
For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Proverbs 3:24
When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
Psalm 121:3-4
He will not let your foot slip—he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Psalm 139:17-18
How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand—when I awake, I am still with you.
May God the Lord bless you with a good night’s sleep!
