In October 1962 the world held its  breath as America and the Soviet Union stood at the brink of nuclear war. Premier Nikita Khrushchev had delivered nuclear missiles to Cuba and President John F. Kennedy demanded their immediate removal. Tensions were at an all time high.

Kennedy phoned three former presidents to get their advice. Herbert Hoover had faced the economic problems of the Great Depression; Harry Truman had gone through World War II; and Dwight Eisenhower had served as the Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. Each had valuable insights to share. After Kennedy conferred with all of his White House advisors, a balanced course of action defused the crisis. War was averted.

The Bible encourages us to seek the advice of wise counsellors. Proverbs 11:14 states, “Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” The word translated ‘counsel’ is a Hebrew nautical term used for steering a ship. The wisdom of godly advisors can help steer us in the right direction.

Are you facing a crisis? A truly wise person is open to the counsel and insight of others. Why not prayerfully seek the advice of some godly believers today?

If you seek wise counsel you multiply your chances for sound decisions.

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Dennis Fisher

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