The 23rd Psalm (May 9)

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want

He makes me lie down in green pastures,

he leads me beside quiet waters,

he restores my soul.

He guides me in paths of righteousness

for his name's sake.

Even though I walk

through the valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil,

for you are with me;

your rod and your staff,

they comfort me.

Your prepare a table before me

in the presence of my enemies.

You anoint my head with oil;

my cup overflows.

Surely goodness and love will follow me

all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord

forever.

                                                 Psalm 23 NIV

As you read the above, think about God's attributes, think about where David was in his life when he wrote this Psalm, and think about places you have been and will go and how these words can provide much comfort in your times of trial.

How do these words comfort you?

Pray for comfort for all in need.

In Christ.

David P