Psalm 23 ♥ KJV
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
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- Jesus is our protector
- He is our unfailing companion
Just as there is a special bond between a shepherd and his flock, so much more is the bond between the Good Shepherd and His people.
- “I shall not want” signifies the total dependence on God to provide – earnestly believing and depending on Him
Just as a sheep’s journey is often tormented, tried and tested, so is our life’s journey. God provides us a safe place to rest during the troublesome journey.
- As we grow weary, he strengthens us – preparing us for a higher service and greater purpose
“This life is not a bed for us to lie in, it is a road for us to travel.”
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Both the trials and blessings of this life are stepping-stones toward home
When we have God and his blessed assurance, there is no need to fear the things of this world and no need to fear death when we are called out of this world. His hands bind us, build us and show us the road where our trials are a blessing.
My prayer tonight: Lead me down the safe way in life’s journey. Help me to rely on you as my compass and my guide. You are my Shepherd and my Rock. ♥
