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Psalms, winter · November 1, 2020

psalm 23

scripture reading

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 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.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

devotional reading

“I think I’ll name you, James.” said the gentle Shepherd as he bent down to pick up the little lamb. “Yes, James, suites you just fine.” He cradled the baby lamb in his arms while he led the rest of the sheep beside still waters. The Shepherd calls his sheep by name.

He does this so that he can quickly identify them, but also as a method of personal guidance as the lamb matures. Certainly, phrases like, “Ava, please step away from the edge,” or “Jacob, you need to obey,” had escaped Shepherd’s mouth on more than one occasion. All of this because his most significant responsibility is to protect the sheep. He will not let one of them go missing.

The verses in Psalm 23 reflect the responsibilities of the Shepherd and establish His all-encompassing Spirit.

  • I shall not want – Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord will provide (Genesis 22:14)[i]
  • Still waters – Jehovah-Shalom, the Lord our peace (Judges 6:24)[i]
  • Restores my soul – Jehovah-Rophe, the Lord who heals (Exodus 15:26)[i]
  • Paths of righteousness – Jehovah-Tsidkenu, the Lord our righteousness (Jeremiah 33:16)[i]
  • You are with me – Jehovah-Shammah, the Lord is there (Ezekiel 48:35)[i]
  • Presence of my enemies – Jehovah-Nissi, the Lord our banner (Exodus 17:15)[i]
  • Anoint my head – Jehovah-M’Kaddesh, the Lord who sanctifies (Leviticus 20:8)[i]

It is the work of the Shepherd to take care of the sheep. As the Shepherd fulfills his responsibilities, the sheep want for nothing as they follow him. (Psalm 37:26) As sheep spend time with the Shepherd, they become more and more like him: lying down in green pastures, walking beside still waters, having a restored soul, staying on the right path, and having the Shepherd always near; Yes, please!

How can the Shepherd do all the work, and the sheep reap all the benefits? This is called sanctification. Sanctification is a progressive work of God and man that makes us freer from sin and like Christ.[ii] The Shepherd is at work in the sheep, “both to will and to work for his good pleasure” (Philippians 2:13). While the sheep cooperate by “presenting their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God” (Romans 12:1). What a beautiful relationship the Shepherd and the sheep share.


[i] Warren W. Wiersbe, The Wiersbe Bible Commentary (Colorado Springs, Colorado: David C. Cook, 2007), 901-902.

[ii] Wayne Grudem, Bible Doctrine (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1999), 326.

discussion questions

From the list above, what name of God brings you the most peace?
In what areas of your everyday life are you struggling to follow the Shepherd?
How can you spend more time with the Shepherd?
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Little Lamb who made thee Dost thou know who ma Little Lamb who made thee 
  Dost thou know who made thee 
Gave thee life & bid thee feed. 
By the stream & o'er the mead; 
Gave thee clothing of delight, 
Softest clothing wooly bright; 
Gave thee such a tender voice, 
Making all the vales rejoice! 
  Little Lamb who made thee 
  Dost thou know who made thee 

  Little Lamb I'll tell thee, 
  Little Lamb I'll tell thee!
He is called by thy name, 
For he calls himself a Lamb: 
He is meek & he is mild, 
He became a little child: 
I a child & thou a lamb, 
We are called by his name. 
  Little Lamb God bless thee. 
  Little Lamb God bless thee.

- by William Blake
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