Day 23

PSALM 23: The Lord is my shepherd

In this very famous psalm the tone changes from the stormy Psalm 22 but there are a number of common themes or repeated words – how many can you find?

God is firstly a shepherd to his messiah David and ultimately Jesus. He has also always been a shepherd to Israel throughout their history. From the Psalm, what does it mean for us to have God as our shepherd?

This psalm has often been used at funerals. Can you see why (compare 1 Cor 15:26)?

Today’s Prayer Suggestions

1. Give thanks for rest in the Lord as your Shepherd and ask Him to lead you beside still waters and restore your soul.

2. Pray for unity of voice and heart as we praise God together in our gatherings this coming Sunday.

3. Pray for Mark and Anne Osbourne to experience God's strength. Pray that they'd experience good health as they keep on serving.