In His Presence

Psalm 16:8 I have set the Lord always before me; Because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.

Can we say that we are always mindful of God's presence? If so, does our behavior reflect it? Whether in public, private, by day or by night, God is present. Does our life reflect that confidence, and reverence? Having someone at our right hand is having someone by us in a position of honor, and respect. It also means having someone by our side who will protect us. Do our words, attitude, actions, and deeds demonstrate to others that we honor, respect, and fear God? Does our confidence (in humility) communicate that we do not fear man or life itself, because we have, and serve, a God who is bigger than life itself? Do we stand firm in our beliefs, and do what is good, regardless of the persecution, and criticism, knowing that God will handle the consequences, and outcome, of truly following Him, and obeying Him? This is the kind of confidence, honor, and respect, King David was talking about when He wrote these words. Let us who call ourself Christian (born again believer) be purposely mindful of God's presence today. Let us not forget that His eyes are on us, and that He is always with us to not only guide us, but to also protect us. We are His ambassadors, His representatives. Let us represent Him with honor, respect, humility, and confidence, regardless of what others say about us as a result.