Psalm 23 - a handout

PSALM 23 (page 555)

Where do you place your confidence?

Who or what do you depend on / follow?

TRUST THE GOD WHO PROVIDES & PROTECTS

(1) The LORD is my good shepherd who takes care of his sheep even when they walk through the darkest valleys (vv1-4)

I shall lack nothing I really need (v1)

“I shall not fear” (v4)

“You are with me… and comfort me” (v4)

(2) The LORD is my generous host who shares his plenty with his people in the presence of their enemies (vv5-6)

You welcome and honour me and lavish me with abundant blessings (v5)

“I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for length of days” (v6)