Scriptural Focus: Psalm 23 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. Psalm 23:1 The Shepherd Knows What You . “He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.” Psalm 23:2-3 The Shepherd You Through the Valley. “He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.” Psalm 23:3 The Shepherd Prepares a for You. “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” Psalm 23:5 Psalm speaks the words that Jesus himself speaks from the cross. (vs. 1) Psalm speaks of the Shepherd who walks with us through the valley. (vs. 1) Psalm reveals to us the King of glory. (vs. 10) In Jesus, the one, the , and the are brought together. Reflection Questions Consider a time that you felt like you were walking through a “darkest valley” either in the past or in your current circumstances. How would you describe that darkness? Were you aware of God’s presence during this time? How does Psalm 23 speak to you today? What part(s) of the Psalm do you sense speaking most directly to you and why do you think that is? (ex. God as Shepherd/Host) Journal a prayer: