Psalm 23 (Contemporary English Version)
1You, LORD, are my shepherd. I will never be in need.2You let me rest in fields of green grass. You lead me to streams of peaceful water,
3 and you refresh my life. You are true to your name, and you lead me along the right paths.
How many times have you felt completely worn out? During those times, all you want is a break. We need to rest, relax and take our minds off of the matter at hand. Doing so will refresh us and allow us to see things from a newer perspective. There really is something to the statement "Let me sleep on it and I'll let you know in the morning". Rest gives us strength, better vision and a clearer mind.
Frankly, we need restoration. Not only in our physical bodies, but also spiritually. God has plans to restore us physically, emotionally and spiritually. He refreshes us and gives us rest. 1st Samuel 30:6 says that "David strengthened himself in the Lord". This clearly shows us that God is a source of strength and renewal. Through the work of the cross and resurrection, God is restoring us spiritually as well. Remember, Jesus said to the woman at the well, that He was the giver of living water, which we all know...water, restores our body. Jesus, restores us spiritually.
Furthermore, it is impossible for God to lie. He is true to His name and will always lead us along the right paths. If it is impossible for God to lie, then it is impossible for Him to lead us down the wrong path. We may not recognize the path or even think that it is the correct path, but we must trust God to lead us to the rest, provision and protection that He has for us.
Here is the latest update to Jonathan's translation of Psalms 23.
1.)"I am God, I always have been, and always will be. I'm here to lead you, protect you, guide you and provide for you. Because of that, you will never lack anything that you need. I'm God, and I've got you covered".
2.) "I will safely lead you to where you need to be. If you will follow me, I will take you to a place of rest, safety and nourishment. If you follow me, you'll be right where you need to be".
3.) "I am renewing you physically and spiritually. You're gonna be brand new, inside and out. I will lead you to exactly where you need to be. You will arrive and depart at the precise moment that is necessary. All you have to do is trust and follow".
1 comment:
Encouraging and very true. Love this 23rd Psalm and the wisdom you contribute.
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