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The Lord Is My Shepherd: A Study of Psalm 23

A deep dive into one of the most beloved passages of Scripture.

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The Shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. In ancient Israel, shepherds knew their sheep by name. They led them to green pastures and still waters. God is not a distant deity—He is a personal Shepherd who cares for each of us.

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Rest and Restoration

He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. God provides rest for our weary souls. In His presence we find restoration.

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The Valley

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil. The valley is not the end—it is a path we walk through. And we do not walk alone. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

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The Table

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. God does not remove our enemies—He prepares a feast in their presence. We are anointed, our cup overflows.

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Goodness and Mercy

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. Not sometimes. All the days. And we will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

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