Bad dreams can leave the heart unsettled and the mind troubled. Sometimes they come as reflections of stress, fear, or emotional burdens. Other times, they feel deeply spiritual, leaving us uneasy, restless, or even afraid to sleep again. As believers, we are not powerless in moments like these. The Bible reminds us that God is the giver of peace, rest, and divine protection, even in our sleep.
Scripture shows us that God speaks, guards, and comforts His children both day and night. From the Psalms to the Gospels, God promises peaceful rest, freedom from fear, and protection from every form of darkness. When bad dreams come, prayer anchored in God’s Word becomes a powerful weapon. Declaring Scripture over your sleep invites God’s presence, calms your spirit, and silences every troubling thought or spiritual disturbance.
These 50 Bible verses are carefully selected to help you pray against bad dreams, night terrors, fear, anxiety, and spiritual unrest. As you read and meditate on them, allow God’s peace to cover your heart and His angels to guard your sleep. You can pray these verses aloud before bed or meditate on them when you wake from a troubling dream, trusting that the Lord watches over you at all times.
50 Powerful Bible Verses to Pray Against Bad Dreams
1. Psalm 4:8 – “I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
2. Proverbs 3:24 – “When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.”
3. Psalm 91:5 – “You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day.”
4. Psalm 127:2 – “For he grants sleep to those he loves.”
5. Isaiah 26:3 – “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
6. Job 11:18–19 – “You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look about you and take your rest in safety.”
7. Psalm 121:4 – “Indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.”
8. John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you… Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
9. Psalm 3:5 – “I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.”
10. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 – “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.”
11. Psalm 34:7 – “The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.”
12. Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you… I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
13. Psalm 56:3 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
14. Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
15. Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.”
16. Romans 8:6 – “The mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.”
17. Psalm 91:11 – “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.”
18. Proverbs 12:25 – “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.”
19. Isaiah 54:14 – “You will have nothing to fear. Terror will be far removed; it will not come near you.”
20. Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.”
21. Colossians 3:15 – “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.”
22. Psalm 118:6 – “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.”
23. 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.”
24. Psalm 11:6–7 – “The Lord is righteous, he loves justice.”
25. Nahum 1:7 – “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble.”
26. Psalm 55:22 – “Cast your cares on the Lord, and he will sustain you.”
27. Isaiah 32:18 – “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.”
28. John 16:33 – “In me you may have peace.”
29. Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
30. Hebrews 13:6 – “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.”
31. Psalm 91:1 – “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”
32. Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.”
33. Psalm 62:5 – “Yes, my soul, find rest in God.”
34. Luke 10:19 – “I have given you authority… to overcome all the power of the enemy.”
35. Psalm 30:5 – “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
36. Proverbs 1:33 – “Whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm.”
37. Psalm 16:7 – “I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me.”
38. Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace.”
39. Psalm 138:7 – “Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life.”
40. Isaiah 57:19 – “Peace, peace, to those far and near.”
41. Psalm 66:12 – “We went through fire and water, but you brought us to a place of abundance.”
42. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
43. Psalm 97:10 – “He guards the lives of his faithful ones.”
44. Isaiah 48:18 – “Your peace would have been like a river.”
45. Psalm 121:7–8 – “The Lord will keep you from all harm.”
46. Psalm 119:165 – “Great peace have those who love your law.”
47. Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord your God is with you… he will quiet you with his love.”
48. Psalm 125:2 – “The Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore.”
49. Isaiah 33:24 – “No one living in Zion will say, ‘I am ill.’”
50. Psalm 91:16 – “With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.”
Conclusion
Bad dreams do not have the final say over your peace. God’s Word assures us that He is deeply concerned about our rest, our minds, and our spiritual safety. When fear tries to invade your sleep, Scripture becomes a shield, reminding you that the Lord watches over you every moment, even when your eyes are closed. As you pray these verses, you are inviting God’s peace, protection, and presence into the deepest parts of your life.
Sleep is a gift from God, not a place of torment or fear. Through faith, prayer, and the declaration of God’s Word, every troubling dream can be silenced, and every restless night can be transformed into peaceful rest. God promises to guard your heart, your mind, and your sleep with His unfailing love.
Make it a habit to pray before going to bed. Speak these scriptures aloud. Meditate on them. Trust that God’s angels are surrounding you and that His peace is covering you. No darkness is stronger than His light. As you rest in Him, may your nights be calm, your dreams be peaceful, and your heart be filled with assurance that you are safe in the hands of the Almighty.
