"You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore."
Psalm 16:11
"God comes to our lonely, anxious hearts and whispers our name. God says "I see both the fear you have of closeness and the deep longing you have to belong. I have come to comfort you and to respond to your need. I have been seeking a relationship with you. You belong. You belong to me. You are my child."

Wednesday

LORD GIVE ME STRENGTH

I have not been sleeping well for the past couple of weeks. Sometimes I just cannot let go of things on my mind so readily.

When I do not sleep well, the lack of sleep can have an adverse effect on me. I am more tired than normal. More grouchy. Just plain run down and the effect can plague other parts of my body with symptoms.

At these times is when I am more conscience of who I am. A frail human being that only God can minister to deeply. Bring me up, perk me up, refresh me, renew me. Get me to face another day. Thank You Lord!

22 Real Comments:

Prayer Girl said...

I pray the Lord gives you strength and that He gives me strength as well. We all love and support each other in our struggles. I am having mine too.

Love you.
PG

Birdie said...

JBR, thank you for your words of love :-) Lots of strength to you dear one, the sleep will come again. In the meantime keep your faith ... lots of love, hugs!

NOS said...

I can relate to the sleep problems. I'm sorry. I hope you are able to get some rest soon.

Wishing you well,
NOS

Stuff could always be worse said...

Yes sleep problems are bad! Hope for better, for you
kim

Finding Pam said...

I know what you mean about not getting to sleep. Say to yourself before you go to sleep that you will have a good night's sleep, and think peaceful thoughts.

Our subconscious has so much power over us as we sleep, so we might as well use it to our advantage. I usually say positive affirmations like I am loved, I am happy, I am healthy, I am worry free.

I keep you in my prayers as always.

Big hugs and lots of love,
Pam

Karen said...

It is hard to "turn off" our thoughts when we are trying to sleep...hope some restful nights are in your future!

sunnycalgirl said...

I struggle too..I will both lie down in peace, and sleep: For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety..Psalm 4:8

Brian Miller said...

i hope you have strength for today and rest tonight...peace be upon you...

Stitching For Serenity said...

Oh Dear do I hear you. I can't tell you how much more run down a body can feel when it's fighting all day to be well. I do pray your able to find some restorative sleep soon. Hugs. Tammy

Sonja said...

I know those nights too JBR, probably most of us do, and some more than others. Prayin for peace of mind and heart for you tonight... for good rest, quiet and peaceful rest.

Hugs!

A girl needs 2 Talk said...

I am praying that you have ample, welcoming, blissful, peaceful sleep with sweet dreams, full of love, life, God & His presence. :)

Mary333 said...

I hear you, JBR! I hate it when I don't sleep well and feel like I'm walking around in a fog all day. It makes me grumpy, too! Like you, it also makes me see how dependant on the Lord I am, which is a good thing. Realizing the positive aspects of it doesn't make me less grouchy though!

Goose Hill Farm said...

"But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong."
—2 Corinthians 12:9-10


Sweet JBR~

I pray that sleep will come easy for you tonight!

Blessings~
Laura

Anonymous said...

STRESS AND RELIVING THE PAST HAS AN AFECT ON US. PRAYING FOR DEEP SLEEP AND RESTORATION TO YOUR SOUL.

Anonymous said...

DONT KNOW IF THIS WORKED THE FIRST TIME.
STRESS AND RELIVING THE PAST HAS AN AFECT ON US. PRAYING FOR DEEP SLEEP AND RESTORATION TO YOUR SOUL.

onthewaynow said...

JBR I've had plenty of sleepless nights. SAtan loves to steal ones sleep with worry. Turn your thoughts over to God. God Bless.

RCUBEs said...

Working nights now for so long, it's hard for me to adjust with the regular sleeping cycle when I'm at home. It is hard when your body/mind cannot rest completely. But praying for His strength to be yours and may He grant you long, restful sleep! Take care JBR!

Oscar Reeves said...

I am a new parent. so I know what's it like to have sleepless night. Oscar

Beth in NC said...

God bless you sweet friend. I pray you'll have sweet sleep and rest in Jesus' Name. <3

RenJac said...

I so needed this, I hate it when I can not sleep well, and the last few months have been horrible :(
Praying for you to get some rest

Denise said...

Praying peaceful rest for you sis.

A girl needs 2 Talk said...

Hope you sleep like a little baby. Sending you peace. :) :)