Dealing With Life: Psalm 23

Psalm 23 is one of the most well-known and beloved passages in the Bible. Attributed to King David, it expresses deep trust in God as a caring and protective shepherd.
Psalm 23 is a declaration of faith in God’s provision, guidance, protection, and eternal care. It presents God not as a distant deity, but as an intimate caretaker who walks with His people through every season of life.

David pictured God’s people as lowly sheep. Why? So we would learn about the Shepherd and see how tenderly He cares for us. Sheep are defenceless animals that are prone to get lost, and they need almost constant care. You can’t drive sheep as you do cattle; they must be led.

The Eastern shepherds know their sheep by name and can call them and they will come (John 10:1–5). The sheep were kept, not for food but for wool, milk, and reproduction. In this psalm, David explains that if we follow the Lord and trust Him, He will meet our every need, no matter what the circumstances may be.

Try This for Meditation!’

Take a deep breath.
Remember: God is your shepherd.

You are not alone.
You are not forgotten.
You are cared for, guided, and loved.

Even when the path is unclear or the valley is deep, God walks with you. He provides rest, peace, and strength.

Let His goodness and mercy surround you today.
You are safe in His presence—now and always.

Tony Galea

The Lord is my Shepherd. The Lord is Jehovah God, the covenant making God of Israel.

David deals with some difficulties in his life. While people of all ages love and quote this Psalm. Its message is for mature Christians who have fought battles and carried burdens.

The derivatives of the Lord God are: The Lord will Provide, The Lord our Peace, The Lord who Heals, The Lord of Righteousness, The Lord is with me, The Lord our Protector and The Lord who Sanctifies. What a Lord!

Praise God He is MY Lord!!!

Tony Galea