A Short Prayer for the Moment Before Sleep

Here I am, Lord, head on the pillow,
the lights out and the day behind me.

I've said what I needed to say.
Whatever I've left out, You already know.

Return to your rest, my soul,
for the Lord has been good to you.
He was good this morning.
He was good this afternoon.
He is good right now, in the dark.

Goodnight, Father. Keep me until morning.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

When to Pray This

Pray this with your head on the pillow and the light already off. It is short enough to say when you are tired and have nothing else left. Say it quietly, and then let yourself rest.

A Verse to Hold On To

"Return to your rest, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you." — Psalm 116:7 (BSB)