Insomnia

Ehh... It's late. I couldn't sleep, so I decided to do what I do best at times like these- let my ideas flow. My overflow of thoughts are usually what keep me awake in the first place. Sometimes I will not go to sleep until my creativity has burned out! I'm just wondering right now- what keeps you up? Stress, imagination, and paranoia are a few broad examples of factors that lead to insomnia. You may work overtime trying to finish a project of some sort, or you may have too many worries about bills and time. Whatever the case may be, your mind is not at rest. In order to be content, you must allow your brain and body to recover.
   When I feel like somewhat of an insomniac, I stop myself from thinking any further and pray to God. I remember the verse Psalms 4:8 that says, "In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD, make me to dwell in safety." (NASB) This is true in every situation. Despite your anxiety and endless tasks, always remember that with God you may rest peacefully. If you're lonely, call upon His name. If you're highly strung-out, call upon His name. If you don't know where you're going in life, call upon His name. Christ is the answer to all of your problems, both deep and miniscule. Never get the impression that you are all alone because God is watching, and He wants you to talk to Him. Your heavenly father will never abandon you.
   I know it gets tough being under a lot of pressure, but I also know it is a test that will only help me to mature. Nothing worth preserving is easy to attain. Therefore, greater knowledge sometimes comes with trials. We are reminded in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to be thankful for all things, and why not- we are blessed beyond measure! Whatever is bothering you, I pray that you call upon God to relieve your mind, to give you peace, and to reassure you that He's there always. Whatever is keeping you up, count it all joy! Send praises and prayers up- God will surely give you rest.:)