Live By Faith And Not By Sight

In the governance of a nation, there are many examples of foolish decisions that have been made when wise counsel has been ignored, or when a proud leader has disregarded the advice of knowledgeable generals. Similarly, there are other instances when victory has been secured, when decisions have been based on wise counsel, or rulings have reflected informed guidance: "For in the abundance of counsellors there is victory."
As Christians, we live by faith and not by sight, and often we are faced with decisions or choices which may have a significant impact on our future life and witness. And this little proverb is an important reminder to seek godly counsel when we are undecided or facing a challenge, contemplating a change, or required to make an adjustment in our life's circumstances.
God often uses seasoned believers to offer advice, and many times we discover that it is out of the mouth of multiple witnesses, that we receive godly wisdom in our life-choices.
Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety

Our United Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the wise counsel of Christian brothers and sisters that You have placed in our lives, to give us godly guidance and wise instruction. May we be willing to listen to their advice and we pray that You would confirm the guidance we receive in Your Word and through Your Holy Spirit. Use us, we pray, to offer wise advice to others, and to be ready and willing to respond to Your leading and guiding in every area of our lives. This we ask in Jesus' name, AMEN.