14/02/2023
2023 Psalms 23.
"The Lord is my shepherd"
Key responsibilities of a shepherd:
- To feed the sheep
- To guide the sheep
- To shield the sheep
Sheep need a shepherd because;
- Sheep are directionless and often wander away from safety.
- Sheep are weak and helpless against predators.
- Sheep are restless yet can't digest what has been eaten until they lie down.
- Sheep need food and still water not raging torrent.
- Sheep can't get up if cast down.
- Sheep aren't intelligent enough to save them selves when danger is due.
David clearly shows us that , The Lord condescends to assume the lowly office of the shepherd to them that believe in Him.
When He is your shepherd, you will not lack a thing (verse 1). He will lead you to green pastures (verse 2) thus sustaining your life- promises of salvation and hope. The Lord revives a flagging spirit and leads it away from danger (verse 3).
No fear though in the valley where predators hide verse 4).
I pray may 2023 be your year.
May the Lord always be your shepherd to feed you, guide you and shield you no matter the valley you are going through, may his rod and staff always comfort you that at the end of it all you are more than a conqueror.
More than a conqueror@mt Carmel.🙏
