Psalm 23

My take on one of those things people send to each other on the internet.  Whoever wrote it used one-word descriptions.  Naturally, I must add more:

The LORD is my shepherd – I am my Beloved's and He is mine/relationship!

I shall not want – He faithfully supplies for all my needs

He makes me lie down in green pastures – Rest, Sabbath rest – in a life-giving place

He leads me beside still waters – Refreshment, washing with the water of the Word

He restores my soul – He renews, reinvigorates and restores the anxieties and anxiousness my soul endures daily/healing

He leads me in paths of righteousness – The LORD is my guide, directing my steps

for His Name's sake – His Name, His fame, His acclaim are the purpose of my life

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death – Crap happens, testing comes, it rains on the just and the unjust

I will fear no evil – I am surrounded b y the ultimate Protector

For You are with me – I couldn't get away from Him if I wanted to, He is faithful, so faithful

Your rod and your staff, they comfort me – The discipline of the LORD tells me He has not given up on me, I am still in training, it isn't over. 

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies – Even in my most unworthy condition, You strengthen me and feed me with the finest food 

You anoint my head with oil – You welcome me into your Presence so graciously, You consecrate and set me apart

My cup runs over – More than full, You have poured out every good blessing/abundance

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life – I am blessed with a steadfast covenant of the love of the LORD, like a shadow, blessing is always right there behind me…

And I will dwell in the house of the LORD – His house is my house.  Oh LORD, You have been our dwelling place forever/security

Forever – Eternity is written on my heart, happily ever after

1 thought on “Psalm 23”

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *