My Shepherd

Song: Savior, Like A Shepherd Lead Us

Scripture: Psalm 23

The words of familiar passages are easily passed over if we’re not mindful. The preventative for such neglect is to revisit them afresh.

The Lord is Shepherd. He is my Shepherd. I have no need that will be left unsupplied. Some wants certainly, some pleasures assuredly. But needs, never. Trust Him today for all I need.

The Shepherd knows when and where it is safe to rest and what waters are safe to drink or to cross. He knows how much I can take and just what is needed to revive my strength. He knows the way, the right way. Follow His lead today.

The Shepherd knows the dangers that lurk about. He knows that the Devil is alive and well. He knows how dumb we sheep can be and what trouble we get ourselves into. He knows better than me the shadow of death. Stay close to Him today. He’s been here before and knows the way.

There will be wolves abroad today. Some behind trees. Some in sheep’s clothing. The Shepherd knows their disguises, their devices, their aims. He can take care of the enemy and the detractors better than me. He’ll not abandon me to their aims. Wait on Him today.

Today will be hard. And so will tomorrow. And the day after that. Concentrate on today. Stay with the Shepherd. Follow His lead. For one of these days will wind up eternity. And won’t that be just fine?

Jason Moore