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DCLM Daily Manna
Friday, November 13, 2026
Why Sleep Ye?
KEY VERSE
“And said unto them, Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation” (Luke 22:46).
Bible Reading:
Luke 22:39-42 (KJV)
39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him.
40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation.
41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed,
42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.
Experts advise that adequate sleep is essential for our overall well-being. Specifically, sleep is critical for physical recovery, immune function, and overall bodily processes. It is also necessary for cognitive function, mental health, memory consolidation, and emotional regulation. However, in certain situations, sleeping can be detrimental.
Christ’s disciples slept when they ought not and earned the rebuke of their Master. It is not as if Christ could not do without them, but He chose to carry them along. He wanted them to be on the same page with Him, especially during the Passion leading to His crucifixion. Their keeping awake could have served as an encouragement to Christ. More importantly, Christ expected them to resort to prayer to avoid falling into temptation.
In whatever situation we find ourselves, the Lord encourages us to pray, for “men ought always to pray, and not to faint.” We live in a world where temptation is prevalent, and we need divine help and strength to overcome. Especially in these last days, believers need to be more prayerful. Spiritual slothfulness is dangerous. We have God’s promise, “Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.”
Like the disciples who were asleep when they should be praying, most believers and churches are spiritually asleep on duty. Such sleep is dangerous. Our adversary, the devil, takes advantage of it to sow tares among us and unleash his notorious works of stealing, killing, and destroying. If Jesus needed prayer in His hour of temptation, individual believers must do much more today. Heed God’s word: “Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light” (Ephesians 5:14).
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Sleeping Christians tempt Satan to tempt them
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
2 Kings 3-4
COMMENTARY
1. The Danger of Spiritual Sleep – The disciples slept when they should have been praying. Jesus rebuked them, warning that prayerlessness leads to temptation. Spiritual sleep is dangerous because it leaves us vulnerable to the enemy’s attacks. We must stay awake and alert, especially in these last days.
2. The Priority of Prayer – Jesus commanded His disciples to pray, not just for themselves but for strength to overcome temptation. Prayer is our lifeline to God. It keeps us connected to Him and empowers us to resist the devil. “Men ought always to pray, and not to faint” (Luke 18:1).
3. The Consequences of Prayerlessness – When we fail to pray, we open the door for Satan to sow tares in our lives. He takes advantage of our spiritual slumber to steal, kill, and destroy. Prayerlessness is not just a weakness; it is a dangerous vulnerability that the enemy exploits.
4. The Example of Christ – Jesus, even in His hour of greatest temptation, prayed earnestly. He withdrew from His disciples and knelt before the Father, seeking strength to face the cross. If Jesus needed prayer, how much more do we? His example challenges us to prioritize prayer in every situation.
5. The DCLM Ministry’s Call to Prayerfulness – The Deeper Christian Life Ministry emphasizes the importance of prayer and watchfulness. Pastor Kumuyi teaches that believers must be vigilant and prayerful to overcome temptation and spiritual attacks. The Daily Manna devotional calls readers to wake up from spiritual slumber and engage in prayer.
About DCLM and Daily Manna
The Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) was founded in 1973 by Pastor Dr. W.F. Kumuyi. From a small Bible study of 15 students in Lagos, it has grown into a global ministry with churches across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. The ministry emphasizes holiness, prayer, Bible study, and watchfulness.
DCLM Daily Manna is a daily devotional written by Pastor Kumuyi. Each edition provides Scripture reading, exposition, and practical application to guide believers in their daily walk with God. The devotional consistently calls readers to be prayerful and watchful.
Prayer Reflection
Lord, wake me up from spiritual slumber. Help me to prioritize prayer and watchfulness. Give me strength to overcome temptation. I do not want to be caught asleep on duty. Keep me alert and vigilant. May my prayer life be consistent and fervent. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
