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Psalm 23:6 ยท KJV

"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever."

King James Version

What does Psalm 23:6 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

4Yea, 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.
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

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Devotional Reflection

GratitudeHope

God takes care of us. Our future depends on how kind and merciful He is to us until He brings us home to live with Him forever.

Prayer

Father God, please fill my heart with Your goodness and use me and the way I affect other people to show them Your love. Please lead my heart and my hopes so they can find a home with You. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

1

How does recognizing God's goodness impact your daily life?

2

What does it mean for you to dwell in the house of the Lord?

3

When have you felt the presence of goodness and mercy in your life?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on ways to acknowledge God's goodness daily. Consider creating a gratitude journal to document His blessings.

relationships

Share your experiences of God's mercy with others to encourage them in their faith journey.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The assurance of goodness and mercy following us connects to the eternal life promised through Jesus.

See also: John 10:28

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