He Tends Sheep

He Tends Sheep

Psalm 23:1-6 (NIV)

1A psalm of David.

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2He makes me lie down in green pastures,

he leads me beside quiet waters,

3he restores my soul.

He guides me in paths of righteousness

for his name’s sake.

4Even 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.

5You prepare a table before me

in the presence of my enemies.

You anoint my head with oil;

my cup overflows.

6Surely goodness and love will follow me

all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord

forever.

I.       Introduction:

II.    The Lord Is The Source of All our Needs: Sustenance For This Life (vv. 1-3a)

A.    Providing Nourishment

1.      Physical

2.      Spiritual

B.     Providing Tranquility

III. The Lord Is The Guide in All Our travels: Safety During The Journey (vv. 3b-4)

A.    Guiding Morally

B.     Guiding Safely

1.      Relieving Fears

2.      Providing Comfort

IV. The Lord Is The Blessing in Every Situation: Satisfaction Of Abundant Care (v. 5)

A.    Blessing In The Face of Opposition

B.     Blessing To The Point of Overflowing

V.    The Lord Is The Prize at the End of the Journey: Surety of an Eternal Home (v. 6)

A.    Cared For By A God Of Character

1.      Assured of God’s Goodness

2.      Assured of God’s Love

B.     Sheltered In A Place Of Safety

1.      A Place of Sanctuary

2.      A Place of Communion

VI. Conclusion: