Credible Counsel

At times, if we can simply hold fast to the promise of the Lord’s presence and the hope of our future forever with Him, whatever we are facing presently, becomes a bit less overwhelming. Asaph, the writer of the seventy-third Psalm, recognized and declared the truth and his confidence in God’s presence and guidance.

 

Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with Your counsel, and afterward You will take me into glory. – (Psalm 73:23-24)

 

Whether we feel His presence or not, the Lord is with us. He hears our every cry, and He holds us in His hands. Our hope is secure in the safety of our Savior. We need only remember to turn to Him and listen, as He is present and prepared to guide us with wisdom and insight as to which we we are meant to go. May we ever look to the Lord and listen, trusting in His counsel now and the glory that is yet to come.

 

The Lord’s always near,

He’s holding our hand;

guiding with wisdom,

to fulfill His plan.

He’s hope for us now,

and promise to come;

our future glory,

the battle’s been won.

For it matters not,

the trials we face;

for God is with us,

both now and always.

 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that You are always with us, holding us up by Your hand. Thank You that You guide us with Your counsel, and that You provide us the hope of the promise of entering the glory of Your presence forever. Forgive us for our fears and failure to recognize Your power and presence within us. Teach us to trust You more, so that we may rise up in Your strength and face whatever comes our way with the courage that comes from You alone. Lead us to love others with the sort of love and care that points people directly to You. May many come into a lasting relationship with You. Be glorified O God, as we go where You guide us. Amen.

© Shannon Elizabeth Moreno and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present.

Let love and faithfulness never leave you; …write them on the tablet of your heart. – Proverbs 3:3