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Psalms 23

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The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
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He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
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He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
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Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
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Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
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Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
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Psalms 23 Study & Commentary

Psalm 23 is the famous Shepherd Psalm. It depicts the Lord as a provider, guide, and protector who leads His sheep through green pastures and the valley of the shadow of death.

CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS

1. I Shall Not Want: With the Lord as Shepherd, we have everything we need (v. 1). Contentment is found in the Shepherd’s presence, not in the sheep’s circumstances.
2. The Presence in the Valley: God does not always remove the valley, but He goes through it with us (v. 4). His rod (protection) and staff (guidance) are our comfort.
3. The Table in the Presence of Enemies: God provides peace and abundance even while the battle still rages. Our cup runs over because of His limitless grace.

FORMAL PRAYER

The Lord is our Shepherd; we shall not want. Lead us, O Lord, beside the still waters and restore our souls, that we may dwell in Thy house for ever. Amen.
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