the Lord is my shepherd I lack nothing
he makes me lie down in Green Pastures
he leads me beside Quiet Waters he
refreshes my soul he guides me along the
right paths for his name’s sake even
though I walk through the darkest Valley
I will fear no evil for you are with me
your rod and your staff they comfort me
you prepare a table before me in the
presence of my enemies you anoint my
head with oil my cup overflows surely
your goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life and I will dwell
in the house of the Lord forever Psalm
– dear beloved
congregation today let us delve into the
sacred words of Psalm a profound
passage that has brought Solace and
strength to countless Souls throughout
history this Psalm often recited in
times of distress and uncertainty paints
a vivid picture of the Shepherd’s Care
over his flock as we explore its verses
may we find reassurance in the
unwavering presence and guidance of Our
Shepherd the Lord Almighty the Lord is
my shepherd I lack
nothing what a powerful declaration to
begin with in these simple yet profound
words we acknowledge that our Shepherd
is not just any Shepherd but the Lord
himself he is the one who tends to our
every need ensuring that we lack no
nothing essential for our well-being in
a world filled with wants and desires
let us find contentment in the provision
of Our Shepherd he makes me lie down in
Green Pastures he leads me beside Quiet
Waters he refreshes my
soul picture this Serene scene painted
by the psalmist Lush Green Pastures
Tranquil Waters a soul rejuvenated by
The Shepherd’s Care Our Shepherd knows
when we need rest and Restoration in the
midst of life’s busyness and Chaos he
offers us moments of Stillness and peace
where our weary Souls find refreshment
and renewal he guides me along the right
paths for his name’s sake how comforting
it is to know that we are not left to
wander aimlessly through life Our
Shepherd is our guide leading us along
the paths of righteousness for his
name’s sake he directs our steps
stearing us away from harm and guiding
us toward his perfect will let us trust
in his guidance and follow wherever he
leads even though I walk through the
darkest Valley I will fear no evil for
you are with me your rod and your staff
they comfort
me life is not without its trials and
tribulations we all face valleys of
Darkness moments of fear and uncertainty
yet in the midst of it all we can take
comfort in the presence of Our Shepherd
he walks beside us his rod and staff
ready to defend and protect with him by
our side we need not fear any evil that
may come our
way you prepare a table before me in the
presence of my enemies you anoint my
head with oil my cup
overflows even in the face of adversity
Our Shepherd lavishes us with his
blessings he spreads a feast before us a
symbol of His abundant provision and
generosity he anoints our heads with oil
a sign of his favor and blessing our
cups overflow with his goodness and
Grace despite the challenges we may face
surely your goodness and love will
follow me all the days of my life and I
will dwell in the house of the Lord
forever as we reflect on the words of
Psalm let us hold fast to the promise
of God’s unfailing goodness and love
they will accompany us every step of the
way guiding us through life ups and
downs and ultimately we have the
Assurance of dwelling in the house of
the Lord forever basking in his presence
for all
eternity in conclusion let us embrace
the comforting truth of Psalm that we
are cared for guided and protected by
our loving Shepherd May these words
dwell richly in our hearts sustaining us
through every season of life amen like
if you believe in God