![]() Most of us don’t know what that’s like and the vast majority of us have no fear, from the enemies of Christ, when we go to bed but strangely, for those who are in the most dangerous parts of the world for Christians, they seem to have more peace of mind. For many in the world today who are Christians, they have the fear of having their home broken into and taken captive by those who hate Christians and would love nothing more than to kill them. “Holy Spirit, please fill our hearts with your peace as we rest in your love.There is nothing greater than to lie down and sleep and have no fear. “Creator of all things visible and invisible, let your light shine upon us as we rest in your peace.” May nothing disturb or upset us so that we may rest in your arms as we seek refuge from all danger. “God of Peace, grant us your peace at this moment and throughout our night. Here are some prayers that can be used specifically for sleeping well: Instead of relying on God to take care of us during our sleep hours (which might be difficult to do if we’re struggling with sleep problems), Catholics believe that it’s helpful to ask Him for help specifically in this area. ![]() In other words, if we just hope that God will provide for us when we’re asleep, but don’t do anything to help ourselves get a good night’s sleep, we’re basically saying that our faith isn’t real. ![]() In the New Testament book of James 3:17-18, Jesus said that faith without works is dead. Psalm 127:2 says, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” It’s not a new custom in fact, it goes back to the Bible. Like many Christians, Catholics pray for sleep. In Jesus’ Name we pray, Amen A Night Prayer for Sleep ![]() Send your peace and blessings upon our pillowcases. Help us to fall asleep quickly, awaken refreshed, and stay asleep through the night. May our sleep be free from disturbances, worries, and fears. Bless the hours we spend sleeping and grant us a refreshing and restful slumber. Please protect our sleep and keep us safe while we are asleep. READ: 40th Day Prayer for the Dead in the Philippines: A Guide to Understanding and Participating in the Tradition A Morning Prayer for Sleep Protect us from the evil one and bring us peace in soul and body. John Vianney, pray for us now and at the hour of our death. May God have mercy on us and forgive us our sins. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name. If you find that your anxiety is keeping you from getting a good night’s rest, consider following these Catholic prayers for sleep: There are many things that can be contributing to poor sleep, but one of the most common is anxiety. An Evening Prayer for Sleepĭo you struggle to get a good night’s sleep? Are you constantly waking up during the night? Do you feel stressed out and exhausted? Cast all your worries aside and allow yourself to be at peace in His presence. Request His guidance as you drift off to sleep.ĥ. Thank Him for helping you get a good night’s sleep every time.Ĥ. Ask God to help you fall asleep quickly and peacefully.ģ. This will help regulate your body’s sleep-wake cycle and promote a deep, restful slumber.Ģ. When we pray for sleep, we ask the Lord to help us relax and get the most rest possible.īelow are five simple prayer requests that can help you get more rest:ġ. Prayer is one of the most powerful tools we have to cultivate a good night’s sleep. In this blog post, we will explore some Catholic prayers for sleep and how you can use them to improve your quality of life. Fortunately, there are ways to help restore healthy sleep habits and improve your overall health. In fact, it may be one of the first things to go when we hit our late 20s or early 30s. Unfortunately, for many of us, sleep isn’t a regular occurrence. It’s during sleep that our body repairs itself and regenerates. Sleep is one of the most important things we can do.
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