He Gives Sleep to His Beloved

Baptist Daily Devotional
Jul 8
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Rev. Tse Amable | July 8 2025 | Acts 12:6-10

KEY VERSE: “The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, PETER WAS SLEEPING BETWEEN TWO SOLDIERS, bound with two chains, and sentries stood guard at the entrance.” Acts 12:6 (NIV)

MESSAGE:

Apostle Peter was aware of the killing of Apostle James. With his own arrest, he did not doubt that a sure death awaited him in the next 24 hours. After arresting Peter, Herod put him in prison, handing him over to be guarded by four squads of four soldiers each, with the intention of bringing him out for public trial after the Passover (Acts 12:4). Extraordinary precautions were taken by chaining him to two soldiers instead of one, as was usual. The other two soldiers kept watch outside the cell.

But despite all these tight security measures, Apostle Peter showed no signs of anxiety. He was able to sleep soundly on what seemed to be his last night before execution. What made Peter sleep so soundly that he had to be hit by the angel before he could wake up?

First, Peter knew who he had put his faith and trust in and was persuaded the God he trusted was able to keep what he had committed TO HIM/ INTO HIS HANDS (2 Timothy 1:12). Secondly, even in prison and chains, Peter was enjoying one of the blessings of God – A GOOD SLEEP. The Bible says God “GIVES HIS BELOVED SLEEP” (Psalm 127:2).

Are you facing any challenges in life that are giving you “sleepless nights”? You are a beloved of Jesus Christ, and a good night’s sleep is one of your “citizenship” rights. Therefore, do not allow any situation or circumstance to rob you of a sound sleep. The Bible says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7).

SHALOM! ALL IS WELL AND SHALL BE WELL!

FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:

Do you see sleep as a blessing? Many wealthy individuals are incurring substantial medical bills so that they can rest at night. If you can sleep soundly like a baby even amid troubles, that is a blessing you should not take for granted. However, if you suffer from insomnia, take it to the Lord in prayer and claim your rest in the name of Jesus Christ.

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus, I thank you for the blessing of a sound sleep at night. I pray for any child of yours who is having sleepless nights that you will comfort and heal them. Please send your angels to watch over your children when they sleep at night. I ask for this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen!

THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.

SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!

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DAILY word study: SLEEP

The word “sleep” in this passage comes from the Greek word katheudō, meaning “to fall asleep” or “to rest.” It can also refer to a deeper state of calm or inactivity.

Peter’s katheudō was not out of exhaustion but confidence. He wasn’t just physically tired—he was spiritually at rest. He trusted God so deeply that even the threat of death didn’t rob him of rest. That’s not ordinary sleep—that’s grace-induced peace. For the believer, sleep is both a physical renewal and a sign of trust in God’s care.

Reflect on this:

What keeps you awake at night? Surrender it. Let your sleep tonight be your quiet “Amen” to God’s faithfulness.