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Now, relax your mind and body as we hear tonight's sleep story.

Good evening and welcome to this Abide Bedtime story. Good evening and welcome to this Abide Bedtime Story.

A story written to bring peace and comfort to your heart and mind as you lie down to sleep.

I'm Lonane Lara.

Take a deep breath, surrendering your day to God as you prepare to rest in his loving arms. There are many things in life fighting for your attention on a daily basis.

Many can invoke fear, questioning,

an uncertainty of God's hand in your life. You might want to choose to trust God, but it can often be easier to give into fear. Tonight, you'll be reminded of

the freedom that comes to a heart that trusts in God. Take a few moments to settle into

your bed as you prepare to fall asleep.

Rest your head comfortably on your pillow and take a slow, deep breath.

Breathe in slowly through your nose, pausing for a moment before exhaling through your mouth.

With closed eyes, rest your shoulders into your bed, releasing any stress from your day.

Point and flex your toes as you take one more deep breath. Your day is over.

It's time to rest in the goodness of God as he gives you the gift of sleep.

Father God, thank you for your beloved child.

As they lie down to sleep, I ask that you grant them the peace that transcends understanding, like your word promises in Philippians

for.

As their day has come to a close, I ask that you would give them the grace to release their anxiety,

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