Rest Peacefully In Prayer

My precious child of God, I greet you in the mighty name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ! Today, let us meditate on Psalm 3:5, which says, “I lay down and slept; I woke again, for the Lord sustained me.” What a powerful verse reminding us of the hope we have in God.

Many people go to bed without peace, burdened by the worries and cares of this world. But my dear friend, there is something you can do when you feel overwhelmed—something my husband and I had learned through our own experiences in ministry. We faced many challenges and trials in the ministry, but in those moments of distress, we did one thing: we kneeled down and prayed. No matter the time—whether it’s 11 PM, 2 AM, or 3 AM—when our hearts were troubled, we never tried to sleep until we’ve cried out to the Lord in prayer. 

This is what you must do: kneel down, pray, and pour your heart out to God. The Lord hears you at all hours—day or night—and He is always ready to listen. That is the greatness of our God. When you cry out to Him, He will sustain you. As Psalm 18:35 and 63:8 declare, “Your right hand upholds me.” The Psalmist knew that God’s mighty hand would always be there to hold us up. And Psalm 145:14 reminds us, “The Lord upholds all who fall.” God is there to lift you, my friend, even in the darkest hours.

But there is something you must do: dwell in His presence. According to Psalm 91:1, “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” When you make God your refuge, He will sustain, deliver, and give you His peace. Then you can rest peacefully, knowing you are safe in His hands.

My friend, are you feeling troubled in your heart? Are you struggling to find rest at night? Cling to the Lord tightly and pray. He will work a miracle in your life and grant you His perfect peace. 

PRAYER: 
Precious Heavenly Father, I thank You for being my God who sustains me. You have promised that I can cast all my cares upon You. Please help me, Lord, not to worry or be anxious about anything but to trust in Your unfailing love. Even now, I pray that You will always be my top priority, guiding me to seek You first in all circumstances. Please help me to bring my concerns to You in prayer before sharing them with anyone else, for in You alone, I find true rest and the perfect solution to my problems. Let Your mighty right hand uphold me and strengthen me so that I remain strong and peaceful in every situation, becoming an overcomer through Your grace. Fill me with Your peace and grant me a restful sleep, fully believing that You are with me, ready to rescue me and honour me. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.