He guides me along right paths,
bringing honour to his name.
Psalm 23:3b, NLT*
Psalm 23 is probably the best-known psalm, and it’s such a comfort, whether we’re in the green meadows or in the narrow valley of the shadow.
Our Shepherd is with us, resourceful to nourish us, powerful to defend and rescue, wise in His leading and rewarding us for following.
We can get to thinking it’s all about us, and there’s a lot of “us” in the message.
Today’s verse reminds me of the bigger picture: the psalm—and life—is about revealing the character and nature of our Shepherd. It’s about Him.
Thank You, God, for the care You give us. You provide, protect, guide and reward. The way You treat us reveals more about You than about us. You are the Holy One, worthy of all honour and praise. Help us follow obediently, not just to stay safe but to give You glory.
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Our song this week is the traditional Irish hymn, “The King of Love My Saviour Is,” sung here from the Maranatha Celtic Hymns recording.
*New Living Translation (NLT) Holy Bible. New Living Translation copyright © 1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
Thanks for sharing that translation. “brings honour to His name” I love that,
Blessings,
Janis http://www.janiscox.com
The different translations often help me see familiar passages in a different light — love it!
Thanks, Janet, for your message. God’s goodness and life follows us all the days of our life! It is all about the Shepherd. Thanks!
Amen, Ruth Ann — God is a good Shepherd!