Psalm 8:3-4 (NLT) 3When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers—the moon and the stars you set in place—4what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them?
Psalm 3:5 (NLT) I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the LORD was watching over me.
Psalm 63:6-8 (NLT) 6I lie awake thinking of you, meditating on you through the night. 7Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings. 8I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.
There are nights when I go to bed, only to wake up an hour or so later, and then I remain awake most of the night until nearly morning. It’s almost as if I cannot find the “off switch” for my thoughts. On those evenings, the best solution I have found is to lie still and think of Bible verses and hymns I know, and also to spend time silently in prayer for others. What a comfort it is to know that the same LORD God Almighty who placed all the stars and heavenly bodies in place, is the very same God who watches over me. Changing my focus from daily stresses and cares of the day, and turning my focus toward my Heavenly Father, calms my thoughts and gives me good rest for the evening. It is the best way I know to have peace during the night and awake refreshed in the morning.
Gracious Heavenly Father,
You understand our thoughts and you know what keeps us awake at night. Calm our fears, quiet our thoughts, and help us to focus on you. Thank you for the safety you provide and for the comfort of knowing you care deeply for us. You never abandon us.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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