5 prayers to say before going to bed, memorize them
Le night prayers they are often recited as part of the bedtime routine. Here are 5.
- Good night prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you that your word illuminates my eyes, purifies my soul and preserves me for eternal life. Having come to the end of this day, I thank you for the many blessings you have bestowed on me. I ask forgiveness for the sins I have committed today. I pray that while I sleep, you can restore my strength and empower me for a new day tomorrow. Lord, bless me and protect me, make your face shine on me. Turn your face to me and give me peace. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
- Prayer to restore my strength
King of Kings, Lord of Lords, thank you that your word revives my soul, gives wisdom to my mind and produces joy in my heart. As I lie down to sleep, I am reminded of your promise that those who hope in you will have their strength renewed. They will fly on wings like eagles; they will run without getting tired, they will walk without getting tired. Fill me with all strength and peace in believing, so that with your power I may abound in hope. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
- Prayer for rest and peace
Faithful Father, thank you that your work is perfect, your ways are right, you are a God of faithfulness. As I lie down to sleep, I entrust myself to your care. I ask you to bring peace to my mind, rest to my body and restore to my spirit. You are able to do much more abundantly than anything I ask or imagine, according to your power operating in me. To you be your glory from generation to generation, forever and ever. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
- Prayer for spiritual protection
Mighty God, thank you that you are my shield and my strength. You have promised all those who are tired and burdened to come to you and you will give them rest. I ask you to give me rest tonight. May the word of Christ abide in me richly, teaching me in all wisdom and sanctifying my heart so that I can glorify you in my life. May I sleep gratefully in my heart to God. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
- Prayer for the vigil
God the Creator, thank you that you are merciful and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. You have been faithful in watching over me and protecting me during this day. I ask you to keep watching over me all night. You are the God of peace. May you sanctify me completely and all my spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. You, who called me, are faithful to the end. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
Source: Catholicshare.com.