100 Bible Verses for Sleep and Rest

Sleep is a gift from God, yet many struggle to rest peacefully. Worry, fear, stress, and overthinking often steal the quiet moments meant for renewal. The Bible gently reminds us that true rest does not come from silence alone but from trusting God with our hearts and minds.

These verses are perfect for bedtime reading, prayer before sleep, or moments when your soul feels restless. Let God’s Word slow your thoughts, steady your breathing, and prepare you for peaceful rest.

100 Bible Verses for Sleep and Rest

Peaceful Sleep in God’s Care

1. Psalm 4:8 – In peace I will lie down and sleep.

2. Proverbs 3:24 – When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.

3. Psalm 127:2 – He gives sleep to those He loves.

4. Psalm 3:5 – I lie down and sleep; I wake again.

5. Psalm 121:4 – He who watches over you will not slumber.

6. Isaiah 26:3 – Perfect peace for those whose minds are steadfast.

7. Psalm 91:1 – Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High.

8. Psalm 23:2 – He leads me beside quiet waters.

9. Psalm 116:7 – Return to your rest, my soul.

10. Psalm 62:1 – My soul finds rest in God alone.

Rest from Worry and Anxiety

11. Matthew 11:28 – Come to Me, and I will give you rest.

12. Philippians 4:6 – Do not be anxious about anything.

13. Philippians 4:7 – God’s peace will guard your hearts.

14. 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast all your anxiety on Him.

15. Psalm 55:22 – Cast your cares on the Lord.

16. Matthew 6:34 – Do not worry about tomorrow.

17. Psalm 94:19 – Your consolation brought me joy.

18. John 14:27 – My peace I give you.

19. Isaiah 41:10 – Do not fear, for I am with you.

20. Romans 8:6 – The mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.

God’s Protection Through the Night

21. Psalm 121:7 – The Lord will keep you from all harm.

22. Psalm 91:5 – You will not fear the terror of night.

23. Psalm 34:7 – The angel of the Lord encamps around you.

24. Isaiah 54:17 – No weapon formed against you shall prosper.

25. Psalm 3:3 – You are a shield around me.

26. Proverbs 18:10 – The name of the Lord is a strong tower.

27. Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength.

28. Psalm 27:1 – Whom shall I fear?

29. Psalm 125:1 – Those who trust the Lord cannot be shaken.

30. Psalm 91:11 – He will command His angels concerning you.

Trusting God Before Sleep

31. Proverbs 3:5 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart.

32. Psalm 37:5 – Commit your way to the Lord.

33. Isaiah 12:2 – I will trust and not be afraid.

34. Psalm 56:3 – When I am afraid, I trust in You.

35. Psalm 9:10 – Those who know Your name trust You.

36. Jeremiah 17:7 – Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.

37. Romans 15:13 – May God fill you with peace.

38. Hebrews 13:6 – The Lord is my helper.

39. Psalm 112:7 – They will have no fear of bad news.

40. Isaiah 30:15 – In quietness and trust is your strength.

Rest for the Weary Soul

41. Psalm 6:2 – Heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.

42. Lamentations 3:22 – His mercies are new every morning.

43. Isaiah 40:31 – Those who hope in the Lord renew strength.

44. Psalm 73:26 – God is the strength of my heart.

45. 2 Corinthians 12:9 – My grace is sufficient for you.

46. Psalm 138:3 – You made me bold and strong.

47. Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn.

48. Romans 8:26 – The Spirit helps us in our weakness.

49. Psalm 147:3 – He heals the brokenhearted.

50. Psalm 34:18 – The Lord is close to the brokenhearted.

Night-Time Peace and Stillness

51. Psalm 63:6 – I remember You upon my bed.

52. Psalm 119:148 – My eyes stay open through the watches of the night.

53. Job 33:15 – God speaks in dreams and visions.

54. Psalm 16:7 – My heart instructs me in the night.

55. Psalm 77:6 – I meditate in the night.

56. Psalm 42:8 – His song is with me at night.

57. Isaiah 50:4 – He awakens my ear morning by morning.

58. Psalm 30:5 – Weeping may stay for the night.

59. Psalm 90:14 – Satisfy us in the morning with Your love.

60. Psalm 121:3 – He will not let your foot slip.

God’s Promises for Rest

61. John 16:33 – Take heart; I have overcome the world.

62. Romans 8:38 – Nothing can separate us from God’s love.

63. Hebrews 4:9 – There remains a Sabbath rest for God’s people.

64. Exodus 33:14 – My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.

65. Isaiah 57:2 – Those who walk uprightly enter peace.

66. Psalm 85:8 – He promises peace to His people.

67. Zephaniah 3:17 – The Lord will quiet you with His love.

68. John 10:28 – No one will snatch them from My hand.

69. Psalm 32:7 – You are my hiding place.

70. Isaiah 32:18 – My people will live in peaceful dwelling places.

Ending the Day with Faith

71. Psalm 31:5 – Into Your hands I commit my spirit.

72. Luke 12:22 – Do not worry about your life.

73. Romans 12:12 – Be patient in affliction.

74. Psalm 118:24 – This is the day the Lord has made.

75. Psalm 46:10 – Be still and know that I am God.

76. Colossians 3:15 – Let the peace of Christ rule.

77. James 4:8 – Draw near to God.

78. Psalm 143:8 – Let the morning bring me word of Your love.

79. Isaiah 58:11 – The Lord will guide you always.

80. Psalm 66:9 – He preserves our lives.

Final Verses for Restful Sleep

81. Matthew 22:37 – Love the Lord with all your heart.

82. John 15:9 – Remain in My love.

83. Psalm 145:18 – The Lord is near to all who call on Him.

84. Hebrews 6:19 – We have this hope as an anchor.

85. Psalm 40:1 – He heard my cry.

86. Psalm 23:6 – I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

87. Romans 15:5 – God gives endurance and encouragement.

88. Psalm 19:14 – May my meditation be pleasing to You.

89. Isaiah 49:16 – I have engraved you on My hands.

90. Revelation 1:17 – Do not be afraid.

Closing Promises Before Sleep

91. Psalm 121:8 – The Lord will watch over your coming and going.

92. Psalm 103:13 – The Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.

93. Psalm 136:1 – His love endures forever.

94. Psalm 145:9 – The Lord is good to all.

95. Isaiah 25:1 – You have done wonderful things.

96. Psalm 66:20 – God has listened to my prayer.

97. Romans 8:28 – God works all things for good.

98. Psalm 73:24 – You guide me with Your counsel.

99. Psalm 84:11 – The Lord bestows favor and honor.

100. Numbers 6:26 – The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.

Sleep is more than rest for the body. It is rest for the soul. When you place your worries in God’s hands, your heart can finally be still. Let these verses become part of your nightly routine and allow God’s peace to carry you into deep, restoring rest.

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