The OT often speaks of God as Israel's shepherd (Psalm 80:1; Ezek. 34:15). In Psalm 23 David personalizes the image. God is not only Israel’s shepherd, he is also David’s shepherd. The original Hebrew says “The Lord shepherds me,” as does the Greek Septuagint. Because God shepherds David, he will lack for nothing. This includes nourishment and refreshment – green pastures and quiet waters -- and personal renewal. God guides David in righteous paths, not only for David’s sake but for the honoring of God’s name. God provides peace of heart even in the most frightening of circumstances. When … [Read more...]
Joyously drawing water from the springs of salvation Isaiah 12:2-3
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