The Lord is My Shepherd

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. (Psalm 23:4)

In this psalm, David is saying that God, who is our shepherd, provides us with protection even when there is danger present.
 
He knows he doesn’t have to fear any evil because of God’s protective presence.
 
Just as a shepherd uses the crook of his rod to pull back his sheep from falling, so God does the same for us. The shepherd uses his staff to fight off wolves and other predators who seek to devour the sheep. 
 
How many times has God pulled you out of a pit with his rod? How many times has God protected you from enemies that sought to harm you? Physically and spiritually? 
 
Sometimes the path we are on can feel dangerous.
 
Thankfully, even if there is danger present, we don’t have to fear.  We know our shepherd is right by our side. 
 
God designed us to go through life with Him present in every moment.
 
Every second of the day.
 
When you awake each morning, take on your challenges with God by your side.
 
Know that no matter what is before your path, you and God can handle it together.
 
Whether it’s a simple everyday task, or distressing circumstances, your shepherd is there with you. 
 
Today, choose to invite Him into whatever it is you are doing or going through. No matter the darkest valley, life will be better having God by your side. He will not let you down!
 
“Heavenly Father, thank you for going with me and before me in every season of life. Even when I walk through dark valleys and danger is present, I know your protective presence is there to guide me. I know whatever challenge I face, I am equipped to handle it because you and I will do it together. Amen.”


Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!



His Watchful Nature

I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. (John 10:11)
 
As we go through this life, we never have to fear being unprotected. The Lord tells us He is the good shepherd, the One who will give up His own life and watch over us continually until we go to be with Him for eternity.
 
Even when we wander astray, we are never too far gone for us to be out of His reach.
 
Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4)
 
When fear tries to claw at your heart, remember the good shepherd is armed and guards you with a vengeance. Even if you fall into a pit, He will pull you back with the hooked end of His staff.
 
Any time you have to face your fears, remember you don’t face them alone. The Lord has even gone before you and made a way for you to pass through.
 
Today, rest in the wonderful comfort of His watchful nature and constant protection.
 
Today’s devotion blessed me. May we trust God with today’s needs and challenges. For He’s real and He’s there, and far greater than our worries. If He tenderly looks after the birds and the flowers, won’t He look after you, His child? The answer is yes, without a doubt.
 
Have a beautiful and uplifting day in The Lord!