A prayer to pray before bedtime. God, I pray that you would give me peace tonight. Let your thoughts fill my heart, not the anxieties of the day. Help me to think on your goodness as I fall asleep. Give me rest so that I can honor you with my day.

That thing you're afraid of...give it to God.

Verses for when you feel overwhelmed. 1. “When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” - Psalm 61:2 2. “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28 3. “Do not fear, for I am with you… I will strengthen you and help you.” - Isaiah 41:10 4. “Do not be anxious about anything…and the peace of God…will guard your hearts and minds.” - Philippians 4:6–7 5. “Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you.” - Psalm 55:22 6. “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” - 2 Corinthians 12:9 7. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you… Do not let your hearts be troubled.” - John 14:27

We can only be free from fear when we no longer desire the approval of others or the security of this world but fully rest in God’s love. - Henri Nouwen