The Reading
Psalm 23
The Divine Shepherd
A Psalm of David
The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths
for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley,
I fear no evil;
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff—
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
my whole life long.
The Reflection: A Guided Meditation on Psalm 23
King David, as a shepherd boy, knew his job was to care for, nourish, and protect his flock. God, the Good Shepherd, is present with you now, to love and care for you as one of God's precious flock. Take a moment today to reflect on God's presence in your life.
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