Praying together before bed can strengthen the bond between couples, bringing them closer to each other and to God.
These prayers rooted in scripture, provides a moment of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual connection, fostering a sense of peace and unity as couples end their day together.
Whether you’re thanking God for your blessings, seeking guidance for your relationship, or simply desiring a peaceful close to the day, let these words bring peace and unity as you and your partner drift off to sleep.
30 Goodnight Prayers for Couples
1. Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Heavenly Father, we come before You tonight, grateful for the blessings of this day. Help us to release any anxieties and trust in Your perfect plan.
Fill our hearts with Your peace that surpasses understanding and strengthen our bond as a couple. As we rest, may we draw closer to You and to each other, finding solace in Your love and grace.
Lord, guide us as we journey together, facing life’s challenges hand in hand. May our love for one another be a reflection of Your unwavering love for us.
Keep us safe through the night, and may we awaken refreshed, ready to serve and honor You in all that we do. Amen.
2. Psalm 4:8
In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
Dear Lord, as we lay down to sleep tonight, we thank You for Your protection and guidance. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance that we are safe in Your care.
Help us to trust in Your provision and find comfort in knowing that You are always with us.
Father, may our home be a sanctuary of love, peace, and faith. Strengthen our relationship and help us to grow together in Your wisdom.
As we close our eyes, may our hearts be filled with gratitude and our minds be at ease, knowing that we are held in Your loving embrace. Amen.
3. Ephesians 4:2-3
With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Gracious God, we seek Your guidance in our relationship as we strive to be humble, gentle, and patient with one another. Teach us to bear each other’s burdens and maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Lord, bless our union with Your presence, and may our love be a testament to Your grace. As we sleep, may we be reminded of Your steadfast love and the importance of nurturing our bond.
Grant us restful sleep and a renewed spirit to face the challenges of a new day together. Amen.
4. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.
Heavenly Father, we come before You tonight, seeking to embody the true essence of love as described in Your Word. Help us to be patient and kind, setting aside envy, arrogance, and selfishness.
Lord, grant us the strength to bear all things, believe in each other, hope for the best, and endure life’s challenges together.
As we rest tonight, fill our hearts with Your love and guidance, and may we continue to grow in our relationship, anchored in Your truth. Amen.
5. Colossians 3:14
And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the gift of love that binds us together in perfect harmony. Help us to always put on love and prioritize our relationship, nurturing it with care and understanding.
As we go to sleep, may we be reminded of the beauty of our union and the joy it brings.
Father, bless our relationship with Your wisdom and grace, guiding us in our journey together. May our love for each other be a reflection of Your boundless love for us.
Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance that we are always held in Your loving embrace. Amen.
6. James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.
Gracious God, we seek Your wisdom in our relationship, knowing that You give generously to those who ask. Guide us in making wise decisions and understanding each other’s needs.
As we sleep tonight, fill our hearts with Your divine wisdom and help us grow closer as a couple.
May we rest peacefully, knowing that You are guiding our path and blessing our union. Amen.
7. Psalm 127:1
Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.
Dear Lord, we acknowledge that without You, our efforts are in vain. We invite You into our relationship, asking that You build and watch over our union.
Help us to trust in Your guidance and rely on Your strength as we navigate life’s journey together.
Father, bless our home with Your presence and fill it with love, peace, and joy. As we rest tonight, may we be reminded of Your constant care and protection.
Grant us restful sleep and the assurance that our relationship is secure in Your hands. Amen.
8. Proverbs 3:24
If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the promise of sweet sleep and the assurance that we have nothing to fear when we rest in Your care.
Grant us peaceful and restorative sleep tonight, free from worry and fear. May we awaken refreshed and ready to face the new day together.
Lord, help us to trust in Your provision and find comfort in Your presence. Strengthen our bond as a couple and guide us in our journey together.
May our love for each other continue to grow, rooted in Your unwavering love for us. Amen.
9. Isaiah 26:3
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.
Gracious God, we seek Your perfect peace as we end our day and prepare for rest. Help us to keep our minds focused on You, trusting in Your guidance and provision.
Lord, bless our relationship with Your presence and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. As we sleep tonight, may we be reminded of Your love and faithfulness.
Grant us restful sleep and a renewed spirit to face the challenges of a new day together. Amen.
10. Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the gift of hope that fills our hearts with joy and peace. Help us to trust in Your promises and rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to guide our relationship.
Father, bless our union with Your presence and help us to grow together in faith and love. Strengthen our bond and fill our hearts with joy and peace.
Grant us restful sleep and the assurance that our relationship is secure in Your hands. Amen.
11. Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Dear Lord, as we end this day, we come to You seeking rest and peace. Take away our burdens and grant us Your comforting presence. Help us to trust in Your promise of rest, knowing that You are our refuge and strength.
Father, we thank You for the gift of each other and the love we share. Strengthen our bond and guide us in our relationship.
As we sleep, may we be reminded of Your faithfulness and the hope we have in You. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
12. Psalm 91:1-2
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Heavenly Father, we seek refuge in Your presence tonight. Be our fortress and our shelter, protecting us from harm and granting us peace.
Help us to trust in Your unfailing love and to rely on Your strength as we face the challenges of life together.
Lord, bless our relationship and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. As we sleep, may we be reminded of Your constant care and protection. Grant us restful sleep and a renewed spirit to serve You with joy and gratitude. Amen.
13. Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Dear Lord, we place our trust in You tonight, knowing that You will guide our paths. Help us to rely on Your wisdom and not our own understanding.
As we end this day, may we find comfort in knowing that You are in control and that You have a perfect plan for our lives.
Father, bless our union and help us to grow in faith and love. Strengthen our bond and guide us in our journey together. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
14. Psalm 23:1-2
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for being our shepherd and providing for our needs. As we lie down to sleep tonight, may we find rest in Your green pastures and still waters.
Lord, bless our relationship and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. As we sleep, may we be reminded of Your love and faithfulness.
Grant us restful sleep and a renewed spirit to face the challenges of a new day together. Amen.
15. Romans 12:10
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the gift of love that binds us together. Help us to love one another with genuine affection and to honor each other in all that we do.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of nurturing our relationship and showing kindness and respect.
Father, bless our union and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow in faith and love. Amen.
16. Matthew 18:20
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your presence in our relationship. As we come together in prayer tonight, we ask that You be with us and guide us in our journey together.
Help us to rely on Your strength and wisdom, knowing that You are always with us.
Grant us restful sleep and a renewed spirit to serve You with joy and gratitude. Amen.
17. Galatians 6:9
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the encouragement to persevere in doing good. Help us to stay strong and not grow weary in our efforts to love and serve one another.
Father, bless our union and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow in faith and love. Amen.
18. 1 Peter 4:8
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the power of love to cover our shortcomings and sins. Help us to love each other earnestly and to forgive one another as You have forgiven us.
Lord, bless our union and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Strengthen our bond and guide us in our journey together.
As we sleep, may we be filled with gratitude for the love we share and the hope we have in You. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
19. Philippians 1:9-10
And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.
Dear Lord, we pray that our love for each other may abound more and more, guided by knowledge and discernment. Help us to approve what is excellent and to strive for purity and blamelessness in our relationship.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of growing in love and wisdom.
As we sleep, may we be filled with gratitude for the love we share and the hope we have in You. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
20. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the reminder to rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and give thanks in all circumstances. Help us to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and joy in our relationship.
Lord, bless our union and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Strengthen our bond and guide us in our journey together.
As we sleep, may we be filled with hope and gratitude for the blessings we share. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
21. 1 John 4:7
Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the gift of love that comes from You. Help us to love one another deeply, knowing that our love is a reflection of Your divine love for us.
Father, bless our union and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Amen.
22. Hebrews 13:4
Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the sacred gift of marriage. Help us to honor our vows and keep our relationship pure and undefiled.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of faithfulness and commitment in our union.
Lord, bless our marriage and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow in love and faith. Amen.
23. 1 Corinthians 16:14
Let all that you do be done in love.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the reminder to do everything in love. Help us to approach each day with a heart full of love and compassion for one another.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of nurturing our relationship with kindness and understanding.
Father, bless our union and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
24. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of companionship and the strength we find in each other. Help us to support and lift each other up in times of need.
As we sleep, may we be filled with gratitude for the blessings we share and the hope we have in You. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
25. Proverbs 17:17
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the friendship and love we share in our relationship. Help us to be true friends to one another, supporting each other through all of life’s challenges.
Father, bless our relationship and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
26. Matthew 19:6
So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for joining us together in love and unity. Help us to honor and cherish our relationship, knowing that it is a sacred bond.
Lord, bless our marriage and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow in love and faith. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
27. Song of Solomon 2:16
My beloved is mine, and I am his; he grazes among the lilies.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the intimate and loving relationship we share. Help us to cherish and honor each other, knowing that we are a gift to one another.
Father, bless our union and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow closer to You and to each other.
As we sleep, may we be filled with gratitude for the love we share and the hope we have in You. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
28. 1 Thessalonians 3:12
And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, as we do for you.
Heavenly Father, we pray that our love for each other may continue to grow and abound. Help us to love one another deeply and to extend that love to others.
Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
29. Mark 10:9
What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the sacred bond of marriage and the love that binds us together. Help us to honor and cherish our relationship, knowing that it is a gift from You.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of commitment and faithfulness in our union.
Father, bless our marriage and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow closer to You and to each other. Amen.
30. Colossians 3:13
Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the power of forgiveness in our relationship. Help us to bear with one another and to forgive each other as You have forgiven us.
As we end this day, may we be reminded of the importance of grace and compassion in our union.
Lord, bless our relationship and guide us in our journey together. Strengthen our bond and help us to grow in love and faith. Grant us peaceful rest and the assurance of Your care. Amen.
Conclusion
Praying together as a couple before bedtime is a beautiful practice that can deepen your spiritual connection and strengthen your relationship.
May these prayers guide you in nurturing your love for each other and your faith, and may you find comfort and joy in the presence of God each night. Amen.