You, LORD, are my shepherd. I will never be in need (Psalm 23:1, CEV).
Quiet waters at Kingfisher Bay Retreat Centre — photo courtesy of Ruth Waring
Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is shepherding.
The most endearing thought in all the scriptures may well be the thought of the LORD’s precious care for the sheep of His pasture. The Good Shepherd supplies all our needs. When we are in His care there is no need for worry.
David, the shepherd king, makes this bold declaration:
You, LORD, are my shepherd. I will never be in need (Psalm 23:1, CEV).
Our needs for food, clothing, shelter and loving companionship are constant. They are ever present with us. At some point I’ll be hungry today, and though I will eat well, tomorrow, I’ll be hungry again.
The only thing more constant than our neediness is our Shepherd’s ample provision. What wonderful assurance we can draw from Jesus’ care! He will supply all we need.
Response: LORD God, help me to live in the calm assurance that you are my provider. You have provided abundantly in the past and will continue your care into the future. Thank you. Amen.
Your Turn: Are you under the Good Shepherd’s care? Are you resting in His provision?
I love the Psalms 
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Great post David!
It’s easy to overlook something so “familiar”… yet, the truth is most of us are still struggling to allow Him to be the Good Shepherd and to rest in His abundance.
I posted this video at muchgrace & wanted to share it with you as well – Bono & Eugene Peterson discussing The Psalms (i.e. if you haven’t seen it yet. It reminded me of both your postings.) Hope you enjoy it!
Much Blessings & Thanks for expounding on this great Psalm.
Thanks for posting this Bono/Peterson interview. I am blessed by the power of God’s word.
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