Giving Thanks That God Is Near

I will bless the LORD who guides me;

even at night my heart instructs me.

I know the LORD is always with me.

I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.

Psalm 16:7-8

Sometimes we try to ride out the storms in our lives—doing this the best we can. We think, If I can just hang on and be strong, I can get through this. David knew he couldn’t make it on his own. In the past, he had found help in the Lord God. And in this prayer, David again sought the Lord’s protection: “Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge” (v. 1). He rejoiced in the guidance and assistance the Lord had given him. Though his enemies were trying to shake and topple him, David stood firm because God was “right beside” him.

In prayer today, acknowledge that God is right beside you—upholding and guiding you. Thank him that he helps you and does not leave you to struggle on your own.

• Dear Lord, I will not be shaken, for you are right beside me . . .