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Family Night Prayers

As your family gathers before bedtime, take a few moments to pray together. These prayers help unite hearts, give thanks, and ask God’s protection for everyone in the household.

1. Evening Blessing for the Family

Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the gift of today and for the love that surrounds our family.
Bless each member of our home with peace and rest tonight.
Keep us safe through the night and guide us to wake refreshed to serve You in love tomorrow.
Amen.

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you.” — Numbers 6:24-25

2. Prayer for Protection at Night

Lord Jesus,
Watch over our family as we sleep tonight.
Send Your angels to guard us from harm, fear, and temptation.
Let Your love and light fill our home and hearts, so we may rest in safety and trust.
Amen.

“He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” — Psalm 91:11

3. Prayer of Gratitude as a Family

Dear Lord,
We are grateful for each other and for the blessings of today.
Thank You for our home, our food, and the love that binds us.
Help us to grow in patience, kindness, and faith, so our family may reflect Your presence in the world.
Amen.

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18

4. Prayer for Peace and Harmony

Father in Heaven,
Help our family to live in harmony and understanding.
When disagreements arise, teach us forgiveness and compassion.
Let Your peace reign in our hearts and home tonight and always.
Amen.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9

5. Night Prayer to the Holy Family

Holy Family of Nazareth,
Guide our family with Your example of love, humility, and devotion.
May our home be a place of faith, hope, and charity.
Intercede for us with Your Son, so we may always follow His ways.
Amen.

“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6

6. Short Family Night Blessing

Lord, bless our family tonight.
Keep us safe, healthy, and full of Your love.
May we rest well and wake ready to serve You together tomorrow.
Amen.

“The Lord watch over you and give you peace.” — Psalm 121:5-6

May these prayers help your family grow closer to God and each other. You may also like: Morning Prayers | Night Prayers

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