Psalm 23 The Lord is our Good Shepherd
Adrian Coetzer JFBC
Walking with God: Finding Fulfillment. Moses had been a shepherd. Also David and several other Biblical figures. Abraham and Isaac.
v 1-3 We have a caring shepherd. More than physical needs, also spiritual. He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness. He wants his sheep to be healthy.
Sheep are defenseless and not very smart, especially when they are alone. Aimless and clumsy. They smell. David knows that sheep need their shepherd.
v 4 holds the psalm together…I fear no evil, thy rod and staff comfort me, for you are with me. Our shepherd is always near.
What valley are you in today? There is power in the presence of God. This is when we learn to walk with God.
v 5-6 The Lord is generous in His goodness and faithfulness, with his grace and mercy. How many of us can find joy while in the presence of our enemies?
How much of the story of David is wrapped up in Psalm 23? You are not insignificant to God. He wants to be with you. Regardless of your failures.
Surely goodness and faithfulness will be with me all the days of my life.
My response:
1. Practice contentment. Instead of wanting more. God is enough.
2. Live from an abundance of the presence of God…both beside the still waters as well as the dark valleys. Daily encounters.
3. Be sure you are following the Good Shepherd.
In this psalm, who is not a shepherd? The sheep.
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