Closer Day 5 – Psalm 23

Read: Psalm 23

A Psalm of David. 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He 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.

Reflect

Do you need a reminder today that whatever the circumstance is, you are not facing it alone? Hear the ways that our Good Shepherd meets us in our trials. Our Good Shepherd provides peaceful, safe places to sustain us. Our Good Shepherd leads us by walking with us through the dark valleys of our lives. Our Good Shepherd protects and comforts us in the middle of our most challenging circumstances. The Good Shepherd provides all we need, interrupting the plans of our enemy. The Good Shepherd gives blessings that overflow into our lives. Are you in the middle of a dark valley right now? Look for your Good Shepherd. He is waiting to guide you through it. As you follow Him, be encouraged because goodness and mercy will come behind you, hemming you in from behind. And when this journey is over, the Good Shepherd’s path ends with eternity with Him. So, be encouraged that the Good Shepherd is with you wherever you are, moving on your behalf even now.

Prayer

Lord, the difficulties of this world can seem overwhelming, and the struggles feel too big. Help me to see You are here with me. Help me to seek Your face in the darkness so you can lead me to the light. Thank You that Your Word says you restore my soul. I love you, Lord.Holy Spirit, fill me to overflow, so my words speak truth and love. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.