Psalm 23: Finding Comfort and Rest in the Good Shepherd's Care

Psalm 23

A psalm of David.

1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
2     He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3     he refreshes my soul.
He guides me along the right paths
    for his name’s sake.
4 Even though I walk
    through the darkest valley,[a]
I will fear no evil,
    for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
    they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me
    in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
    my cup overflows.
6 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.null

Psalm 23 portrays a deeply comforting image of God as the Good Shepherd who leads, provides, and protects. "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul." This Psalm speaks to the personal care and attention God gives to those who follow Him. It assures us of God’s constant presence and protection, providing a sense of security and peace even in the darkest times. By embracing God as our shepherd, we can experience true rest and comfort in His provision and guidance.