Psalm 23

Psalm 23 is the most popular chapter in the Old Testament.  It was written by David who was a shepherd in his early years, now he is probably much older.  He is at peace and lives in tranquility.  This chapter shows his confidence and satisfaction of the care of his great God.  It shows that God is our personal Shepherd. 

Why is God compared to a shepherd?  Sheep have a natural tendency to wander off and get lost.  As believers we do the same thing.  We have a tendency to go astray. “For when we were controlled by the sinful nature, the sinful passions aroused by the law were at work in our bodies…” – Rom. 7:5.  We follow the desires of our flesh and pursue prideful lives.  Sheep are basically helpless without a shepherd.  We too are helpless without the Lord to protect and care for us.

Jesus declared that He is our Shepherd and gave His life for us.  See the parable about the lost sheep in Luke 15:1-7.  We need a shepherd just like the sheep.  Psalm 23 tells us He is our Shepherd who supplies our every need, our leader and guide, and our Protector.

Psalm 23

The Lord is my Shepherd ---- That’s Relationship

I shall not be in want ---- That’s Supply

He makes me to lie down in green pastures ---- That’s Rest

He leads me beside the still waters ---- That’s Refreshment

He restores my soul ---- That’s Healing

He guides me in the paths of righteousness ---- That’s Guidance

For His name sake ---- That’s Purpose

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death ---- That’s Testing

I will fear no evil ---- That’s Protection

For You are with me ---- That’s Faithfulness

Your rod and your staff they comfort me ---- That’s Discipline

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies ---- That’s Hope

You anoint my head with oil ---- That’s Consecration

My cup overflows ---- That’s Abundance

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life ---- That’s Blessings

And I will dwell in the house of the Lord ---- That’s Security

Forever ---- That’s Eternity

The Lord is my Shepherd.  Is He yours? 

Do you have confidence in God’s care as David did?

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