When Worry Keeps You Up at Night

God’s peace isn’t fragile—it’s strong enough to calm every anxious thought.

September 03, 2025

Key Verse:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
— Philippians 4:6–7

Devotional:
Anxiety often shows up in the quiet moments—when your head hits the pillow and suddenly your mind runs wild with every “what if.” Maybe it’s about your kids, your job, your health, or the future. Worry has a way of multiplying in the dark. But Philippians reminds us that there’s another way forward.

God’s peace is not like the world’s peace. It doesn’t depend on circumstances lining up or problems disappearing. It’s a supernatural calm that guards your heart and mind. Think about that—peace as a guard, standing watch over your thoughts, protecting you from the spiral of fear.

But notice the order: peace follows prayer. Paul says to present your requests to God with thanksgiving. That means we don’t just unload our fears—we also remember God’s past faithfulness. Gratitude anchors us while prayer releases our burdens. And in that holy exchange, God gives us what the world cannot: peace that surpasses understanding.

Reflection & Prayer Prompt:

  • What worries are stealing your sleep right now? Write them down.

  • How has God been faithful in your past struggles? Name at least two ways.

  • Tonight, instead of rehearsing your worries, rehearse your gratitude.

Faith in Action:

  • Light a candle tonight as you pray—let it symbolize God’s peace guarding your heart.

  • Send a text of encouragement to a friend who might be battling anxiety too.

Prayer:
Lord, You see the fears I carry. You know the thoughts that keep me awake at night. I give them to You now. Thank You for being my peace and protector. Guard my heart, quiet my mind, and fill me with the calm that only You can give. Amen.

If anxiety has been weighing heavily on you, I created Peace Over Anxiety, a 30-day devotional to help you let God’s peace reign in your life. It’s a gentle guide to lead you from worry into worship.