Incorruptible Counsel and Comfort

“I bless the Lord who gives me counsel; in the night also my heart instructs me” (Psalm 16:7). Most of us receive constant counsel, seemingly from everywhere. Everyone, every book, every social-media feed is trying to tell us precisely what will make us happier and more fulfilled. Hopefully, some of the input into our lives is godly and biblical. If we’re honest, though, some of it we could probably go without. But what if, instead of soundbites and social media, we could go straight to the fount of inexhaustible wisdom? What if we could receive counsel from the one who Himself needs no counsel? This is exactly what David receives in Psalm 16: “I bless the Lord who gives me counsel.” How do we access this counsel? One of the greatest gifts God gives us is the counsel of His heart through the sufficiency of His word. Did God leave anything out of His book that we need to make it from here to eternity? Is there any unwise guidance, or are there any mistakes? No, never! God is the pre-eminent counselor. His words are wisdom without end. Not only that but when you pray, you never get His voicemail. There’s never a time when you can’t speak with Him. God offers wise counsel, and in this we find real comfort. David declares, “Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken” (Psalm 16:8). Elsewhere, Asaph prays, “I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel” (73: 23-24). It’s as if we are children crossing a busy street, and our Father is holding our hands as we cross. Those cars zipping by sure can be intimidating—but with God at our side, what have we to fear?  —Alistair Begg, Truth For Life

Life often brings uncertainty, challenges, and trials that can leave us feeling unsteady. Psalm 16:8 reminds us of an unshakable truth: when we keep our eyes on the Lord and trust in His presence, we stand firm. David declares that because God is at his right hand, he will not be shaken. This is not a statement of self-reliance but of deep dependence on God’s nearness and strength. When we align our hearts with Him, fear loses its grip, and faith takes hold.

No matter what storms arise, we can rest assured that God stands beside us, guiding and sustaining us. His presence brings stability when everything else feels uncertain. When we fix our thoughts on Him and rely on His promises, we find unshakable peace. Today, let’s choose to walk with the confidence that God is at our right hand—our refuge, our strength, and our steadfast hope. —DH