Psalm 16:8

2 prayers from this passage, for fear & anxiety, loneliness

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Psalm 16:8 (NIV)

What was going on when this was written

The image is of someone standing at your right side, which in that world was where a defender stood in court. The line does not promise you will not be shaken. It says you will not be shaken off.

Prayers from this passage

The same words, prayed from different places. Take whichever one fits tonight.

Not Be Shaken

When you feel unsteady

Fear & anxiety

Father, I keep my eyes always on You.
At My Right Hand

When you feel alone at night

Loneliness

Lord, with You at my right hand, I am not alone.

If you came here for one of these

Prayers for fear & anxiety , or Prayers for loneliness .