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Prayer Request: Today's Scripture *September 17, 2008*
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Today's Scripture *September 17, 2008* (Sep 16, 2008)
Prayer Request:
Today's Scripture *September 17, 2008*
Psalm 23: 1
The Lord is my shepherd;
I have all that I need.
I have all that I need.
In describing the Lord as a Shepherd, David wrote out of his own experience because he had spent his early years caring for sheep (1 Samuel 16: 10-11)
Sheep are completely dependant on the shepherd for provision, guidance, and protection.
The New Testament calls Jesus the "good Shepherd (John 10:11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd sacrifices his life for the sheep.),
The "great Shepherd" ( Hebrews 13:20 Now may the God of peace—Who brought up from the dead our Lord Jesus, The great Shepherd of the sheep, and ratified an eternal covenant with his blood— ), and the Great Shepherd ( 1 Peter 5:4 And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor.).
As the Lord is the Good Shepherd, so we are His sheep--not frightened, passive animals, but obedient followers, wise enough to follow One who will lead us in the right places, and in right ways. This Psalm doesn't focus on the animal qualities of sheep but on the discipleship qualities of those who follow. When you recognize the Good Shepherd, follow Him!
Heavenly Father, Good and Great Shepherd!
May we always follow Your voice. May Your teachings be life-giving to each of us.
Lord, I pray that we will all follow Your leading. You know which way is safe for us.
You take care of our every need! May we continually lean on You. In Jesus' Name, Amen..
May the Lord bless you!
April
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