“Night, night! Sleep tight!”

On my bed I remember You; I think of You through the watches of the night. – Psalm 63:6

You may have heard this saying ’Sleep tight’ to ensure you have a restful night’s sleep. Well, it certainly has a very interesting somewhat amusing story behind it (search around and let us know what you discover).

Sometimes, we just can’t seem to go to sleep! Many reasons might be the cause; however, one of the best responses to this is time with GOD in prayer and Bible reading or listening. God’s loving Presence has such a calming effect on our minds, bodies, souls, and spirits.

We can hold to the promises from God on any issue, situation, or circumstance we have. Consider these verses as you hear from and talk with our Heavenly Father while waiting for sleep.

Hear Him say:

“When you (________insert your name_______) lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet”. – Proverbs 3:24

Hear yourself say in agreement with God:

“On my bed, I remember You [God]; I think of You through the watches of the night”. – Psalm 63:6

After having a full, restful, refreshing sleep, let this be your praise and thanks to GOD:

“I lie down and sleep; I wake again because the Lord sustains me.” – Psalm 3:5

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Penelope Allen White is a wife, mother of two young adult sons, and grandmother. Her passion is for all children and people to have an intimate knowledge of God. She works as a Christian educator, speaker, church school curriculum writer and teacher, workshop facilitator, middle school counselor, and neighborhood tutor. Despite her busy schedule, she still finds time to enjoy a game of hopscotch!