January 15
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THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.3He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4 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.
5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever. – Psalm 23:1-6
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This psalm is my mother-in-law’s favorite among all the other psalms. It was read in her funeral service and what was memorable from her pastor’s service was how she has chosen the Lord to be her shepherd. He said that by choosing Jesus as her Lord and Shepherd, she has invested in her eternal life. Even though it was a sad occasion losing her in our lives, I had peace knowing the she is taken cared of and has eternal life.
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ADORATION: You are my shepherd Lord. Praise the Lord for your care and love. You are the giver of eternal life. You are worthy.
CONFESSION: Forgive me when I give in to my flesh and want something that belongs to this world and when I allow fear to creep into my heart.
THANKSGIVING: Thank you for choosing me to be yours and for faithfully rescuing me and keeping me on the narrow path that leads to you. The table you prepare for me in your Father’s house is a great manifestation of your faithfulness. Thank you for loving me.
SUPPLICATION: May all your people be reminded of the goodness and mercy that follows all those who walk in Your ways. May fear be replaced by love during the whole time that we live in this world.
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REFLECTION
• How is courage defined in this psalm?
• Why is Jesus is enough for all those who believe Him? Why can’t they want more?