25 Comforting Bedtime Bible Verses for Peaceful Sleep

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, bedtime is a precious moment of quiet reflection and rest. It’s an opportunity to find peace in the comforting words of the Bible and seek peace as we prepare to sleep. In this post, we’ve put together 25 soothing verses to help you find calm and tranquility before bedtime. These verses offer the assurance of God’s presence and His promises to watch over you as you rest.

Often we get so caught up in the rat race of life. We run hard like a hamster on the wheel, running fast, but going nowhere! Take some time to rest in Jesus’ presence. 

Bedtime Verses

Psalm 4:8
“In peace, I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.”

Psalm 91:1-2
“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him.”

Psalm 139:17-18
“How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! I can’t even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up, you are still with me!”

Proverbs 3:24
“You can go to bed without fear; you will lie down and sleep soundly.”

Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!”

Isaiah 41:10
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”

Matthew 11:28
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.'”

John 14:27
“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”

Romans 8:6
“So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.”

Philippians 4:6-7
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”

Colossians 3:15
“And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.”

1 Peter 5:7
“Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

Psalm 3:5-6
“I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me. I am not afraid of ten thousand enemies who surround me on every side.”

Psalm 63:6-8
“I lie awake thinking of you, meditating on you through the night. Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings. I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.”

Psalm 127:2
“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones.”

Isaiah 32:18
“My people will live in safety, quietly at home. They will be at rest.”

Matthew 11:29
“Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

Luke 12:22-24
“Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, ‘That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds.'”

John 14:1
“Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.”

2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

Hebrews 13:5-6
“Don’t love money; be satisfied with what you have. For God has said, ‘I will never fail you. I will never abandon you.’ So we can say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?'”

1 John 4:18
“Such love has no fear because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love.”

Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.”

Psalm 119:148
“My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises.”

Philippians 4:8
“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.”

Short Prayer

Heavenly Father, as we turn to these comforting bedtime Bible verses, we seek your presence and your peace. Thank you for the assurance that you watch over us as we sleep. Help us release our worries and find rest in your love. May these verses guide our thoughts and grant us a night of tranquil sleep. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Conclusion

In the quiet moments before sleep, let these verses remind you of God’s promises to protect and watch over you. May they bring you peace, comfort, and a sense of His abiding presence as you lay down to sleep. Rest well, knowing that you are cherished and protected by the One who never slumbers or sleeps.