[:en]1. REST AND RESTORATION – “The Lord is my shepherd. I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures and leads me beside quiet water, He restores my soul” (vs. 1-2)
If we totally depend upon our good, great and head shepherd, He will provide our needs and lead us to a peaceful resting place .
2. GUIDANCE – “He guides me in the path of righteousness for His name sake.”(v. 3)
If we follow His leading, we will never be at fault.
3. PROTECTION – “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil” (v. 4)
Death casts a frightening shadow on us because we are entirely helpless in its presence. But God will protect and bring us to His side.
4. PRESENCE – “For you are with me, your rod and your staff they comfort me” (vs. 4-6)
The presence of God gives us confidence and comfort. It provides us the strength to carry on our life’s journey without fear.
5. PROVISION – “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup overflows” (v. 5)
Anointing of oil is an ancient Near Eastern culture. During a banquet, it is customary to anoint a person with fragrant oil. God offers the protection of a host even when enemies surround us. He grants us prosperity and success beyond measure.
6. BLESSINGS – “Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever” (v. 6)
God gives blessings of goodness and love throughout our life so that in the end, He will bring us into His house forever.
Do you accept Jesus as your Good Shepherd? Are you listening to His voice? Have you followed His leading? DON’T DELAY. DO IT NOW!
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