It's normal to think about what happened during the day and plan for the next day when you go to bed.
This time of thinking and getting ready could make you feel a lot of different things, like stress, gratitude, frustration, joy, unease, awe, and more.
God, who knows exactly what we're going through and has a plan for it all, can help us with all of this.
You are always with me, Heavenly Father. As I lay down to sleep, I remember that you keep me alive. When I sleep, I'm not aware of what's going on in my body, but you know every cell in my body.
Help me forget the problems of the day as I sleep and forgive those who have hurt me. Let me remember when I wake up that my sins have been forgiven and that your kindness is new every morning. Keep an eye on me. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
Lord, I pray that you will keep me from having any kind of trouble sleeping. Be my shield against things inside me that would keep me from sleeping, like worries, anger, jealousy, or other bad feelings.
Protect me from outside things like loud motorcycles or other vehicles, neighbor's parties, fireworks, phone calls, or kids who won't go to sleep. May my bed be soft and just the right temperature. Thank you for the many things you've given us. Amen.
God, my high king, I thank you for keeping my family safe while we sleep. I'm grateful that you keep me safe from people who want to hurt or steal from me. I'm thankful that you keep us safe from the tricks of the devil and give us spiritual armor to fight him.
I'm grateful that you keep me from getting sick and hurt. I'm grateful that you keep our souls and spirits safe. Now, I'd like to ask that your angels watch over my family and home tonight while we sleep. Amen.
The sun setting behind a grass field O Lord God, my protector and provider, I find safety in your arms as the day ends. Your loyalty is my shield that keeps me safe from day to day. When I look at you, the light of the world, I don't feel afraid of the night.
I tell you my worries that might keep me from sleeping, and I ask you to calm my mind as I lay in bed. As I fall asleep, let me think about how good and kind you are. Don't worry about tomorrow, because I know you will be with me. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. (Proverbs 3:24)
Thank you for giving us a place to live, sleep, and eat good food. Help us get a good night's sleep, give us peaceful dreams, and send your angels to guard our home all night long. Show us how to trust you more and love you more. You are good; you are great; and you are faithful, God.
Father, I'm so tired. Help me sleep now, give me back my energy, hide my feelings, and keep an eye on my mind. I sleep tonight in you.
God is just as important at the end of the day as He is at the beginning. Another day is coming to an end, and you might be looking for a way to give your dreams to God, forgive the wrongs of the day, or ask the Spirit to talk to you while you sleep. If you don't know what to say as you face another night alone or a hard day tomorrow, you might want to pray along with the above bedtime prayer and make God the Lord of your nights.