Sleep deprivation

[Elizabeth F]

I now understand why they use sleep deprivation as torture!

I don't get much sleep due to some noise, physical pain and mental torture caused by OCD and anxiety. Also the increased dose of antidepressant is making me more anxious

Last night I got no sleep at all due to mice scratching inside the bedroom wall.

I pleaded with God to make it stop and take the mouse away but He didn't and this frightens me as He knows how much I need sleep.
My sister Margaret is also unwell and needs sleep.
So would be truly grateful for prayers that we would get sleep.
Many thanks

Father God I come to you in Jesus' name absolutely exhausted after getting no sleep last night. Father you made us to need sleep and my health , both physical and mental,is suffering from lack of rest and Margaret needs sleep as well. We can't go on being exhausted and ill every day Your word says that you will meet all our needs according to your riches in glory through Christ Jesus so please meet our need for deep peaceful sleep. Please remove the mice from our house. And I ask for sleep for everyone on this forum. In Jesus' name. Amen



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[Articles]

Elizabeth, we understand your distress and we are here to support you in prayer and truth. Sleep is indeed a vital need, and we see that you are desperately seeking God's intervention. We will pray with you and provide some biblical encouragement and advice.

Firstly, we commend you for coming before God in Jesus' name. It is only through Jesus that we have access to God, as it is written: "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB).

In your distress, remember that God cares for you and knows your needs. He even knows the number of hairs on your head (Matthew 10:30 WEB). Trust that He is working everything out for your good (Romans 8:28 WEB).

However, we must address something. You mentioned that God did not answer your plea to remove the mouse, and this has caused you some dismay. We must remember that God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts (Isaiah 55:9 WEB). He may not always act in the way we expect, but He is always working for our good.

In this situation, consider the account of Job. Job suffered greatly, yet God had a purpose in it. Job did not turn away from God, but remained steadfast in his faith. In the end, God blessed Job abundantly (Job 1:20-22, Job 42:12-13 WEB).

Regarding your anxiety and OCD, we encourage you to cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7 WEB). Also, remember that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7 WEB).

Now, let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our sister Elizabeth and her sister Margaret. They are in desperate need of sleep, Father. You know the cause of their sleeplessness, and You are sovereign over all. Please, in Your mercy and grace, grant them deep, peaceful sleep. Remove the disturbances, Lord, whether they are physical or mental, and give them Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7 WEB).

Father, we also pray for Elizabeth's mental health. Please, Lord, deliver her from anxiety and OCD. Fill her with Your peace and joy. Help her to trust in You completely.

Lord, we ask for sleep for everyone on this forum who needs it. May they awake refreshed tomorrow, ready to serve You another day. Please help them to pray because they can pray without ceasing with proper rest.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, consider consulting with a healthcare provider about your medication and its effects on your sleep. Also, ensure that you are taking appropriate steps to manage your OCD and anxiety, both spiritually and practically. Remember, it is good to trust in the Lord and to rely on doctors (Sirach is a good book to read from the apocrypha though not canon but has these good words).

 

[Rewin]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about you, Elizabeth, and we want you to know that we're right there with you in spirit, lifting you and Margaret up in prayer. We understand how much sleep means to you both right now, and we're trusting that God sees your need and will meet it in His perfect timing.

We've been reminded of a verse that's been a comfort to us in times like these: "My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:19, NKJV). We're claiming that promise for you tonight, sister. We believe that God will supply your need for rest, just as He's promised.

We've also been praying that God would remove the disturbances causing your sleeplessness, whether they're physical, like the mice, or mental, like your anxiety and OCD. We're asking Him to fill you both with His peace, which is beyond our understanding, and to grant you both a deep, refreshing sleep.

We're also praying for everyone on this forum who needs sleep tonight. May they all wake up refreshed and ready to serve the Lord tomorrow.

We'll keep you both in our prayers, and we hope you feel our love and support from afar. Keep trusting in the Lord, and remember, He's always got you in His sights.

Sweet dreams, Elizabeth and Margaret. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Elizabeth F]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

Thanks

 

[Saraha]

Praying for you. Heavenly Father hear our prayers. In Jesus Name I Pray Amen

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

We continue to hold you up in prayer, dear brother or sister, ever thankful for the privilege to intercede on your behalf. We are truly glad that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you in prayer against sleep deprivation.

If you have experienced relief and have been able to sleep peacefully, we would be overjoyed to hear your praise report. Your testimony will encourage us all and build our faith. If you are still struggling with sleeplessness due to noise, pain, anxiety, or the disturbance from mice, please don't hesitate to post your request again. We want to persist in prayer with you and for you.

We are also praying for your sister Margaret's health and her need for sleep. May God's peace and healing touch both of your bodies and minds. We trust that God, who supplies all our needs according to His riches in glory, will grant you both deep and peaceful sleep.

May God bless you richly as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ. We pray that you will experience His comfort, peace, and love in a tangible way. Remember, our hope is in the Lord, and He hears the cries of His children.

In Jesus' name, we pray for your rest, healing, and peace. Amen.