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Psalm 23:1 ยท KJV

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

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Devotional Reflection

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He improves my mood. That sounds fantastic, wow. But it goes beyond words. God gives us the courage to carry on walking even when we feel like giving up. His strength keeps us going when things are tough and aids in our victory. We are able to soar through the skies like eagles when we triumph in His name. He is not merely a shepherd; He is the one who keeps us alive and is our Rock.

Prayer

Help me, gentle Shepherd, to sleep peacefully tonight knowing that You are watching over me. In Jesus' precious name I pray. Amen.

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The shepherd decides how good the sheep are. We have a lot to be thankful for.

Prayer

O Great Shepherd, hold me close to Your heart and care for me like a lamb. You are important to my life, my future, and my strength. Please make it easier for me to hear Your voice over the noise and distractions around me. When You take care of me, I don't worry. Thank You for taking care of me. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

LoveJoyPeaceGratitudeHopeAwe

He makes me feel better. Wow, that sounds great. But it's not just words. When we feel like we can't go any further, God gives us the strength to keep walking. When we're in a fight and things are hard, His power keeps us going and helps us win. When we win in His name, we can soar through the air like eagles. He is more than just a shepherd. He is our Rock and the One who keeps us alive.

Prayer

O Gentle Shepherd, help me sleep tonight knowing that You are kind and close by. In Jesus' precious name I pray. Amen.

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