Unshaken by His Nearness

Written By Lettie Henley

“For David speaketh concerning him, I foresaw the Lord always before my face, for he is on my right hand, that I should not be moved.” - Acts 2:25 (KJV)

In this verse, Peter quotes David to proclaim a truth fulfilled in Christ: an unshakable life flows from an unbroken awareness of God’s presence. David speaks prophetically of the Messiah, yet his words also unveil the spiritual posture of a heart anchored in God. To “foresee the Lord always before my face” is to live with intentional, continual God-consciousness, not occasional acknowledgment, but steady attentiveness.

This is not the confidence of self-reliance, but of divine nearness. The Lord is not merely observed from a distance; He is placed “before my face,” central to vision, priority, and direction. Such awareness shapes how one responds to danger, opposition, and uncertainty. Fear loses its dominance when God occupies the forefront of the soul.

The phrase “on my right hand” speaks of strength and support. In Scripture, the right hand symbolizes power, defense, and authority. David’s assurance, and Christ’s fulfillment, rests not in favorable circumstances, but in God’s sustaining presence. Because the Lord stands beside him, he declares, “I shall not be moved.” Stability is not rooted in the absence of trouble, but in the presence of God.

In Peter’s sermon, this verse points ultimately to Jesus, whose trust in the Father was unwavering even in death. The resurrection proves that the One who trusted fully in God was not abandoned. For believers, this truth is deeply personal. The same God who upheld Christ now dwells with His people through the Spirit.

Acts 2:25 invites us to examine where we fix our gaze. What we keep before our face determines what shakes us. When God is central, circumstances lose their power to overthrow our faith. Anchored by His nearness, we stand firm.

Prayer:

Lord, keep Yourself ever before my face. When fear threatens and uncertainty presses in, remind me that You are near. Establish my heart in Your presence, that I may not be moved. Amen.

Lettie Henley

Lettie Henley is a devoted child of God whose journey of faith has been marked by a relentless hunger and passion for Jesus. As an autodidact, she has spent years seeking wisdom through prayer, study, and soul-searching, always striving to draw closer to her Savior. Her love for Christ fuels everything she does: whether she's sharing her story, encouraging others, or simply living out her faith daily.

A wife and mother, Lettie’s heart is rooted in her family, and she believes that walking in God’s love begins at home. She is also a loving daughter and a child of the Most High, constantly reminded that her true identity is found in Christ alone.

Through her writing and her life, Lettie seeks to inspire others to pursue Jesus with the same passion that has transformed her soul. Her desire is to be a light in this world, shining brightly for the glory of God and encouraging others to walk boldly in their faith.

https://www.lettiehenleyministries.com
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