Shalom,

We read Psalm 23 in our Spoken Word Bible Reading Plan for today. Here it is from the Amplified Bible:

Psalm 23

A Psalm of David.

1 The Lord is my Shepherd [to feed, guide, and shield me], I shall not lack.

2 He makes me lie down in [fresh, tender] green pastures; He leads me beside the still and restful waters.

3 He refreshes and restores my life (my self); He leads me in the paths of righteousness [uprightness and right standing with Him—not for my earning it, but] for His name’s sake.

4 Yes, though I walk through the [deep, sunless] valley of the shadow of death, I will fear or dread no evil, for You are with me; Your rod [to protect] and Your staff [to guide], they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my [brimming] cup runs over.

6 Surely or only goodness, mercy, and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life, and through the length of my days the house of the Lord [and His presence] shall be my dwelling place.

As you read through this Psalm, remember that our God has given us a free will. He will NOT force His will on us in this life. WE must CHOOSE to do things HIS way, IF we desire to walk in the promises of God that are found in His Word! That being said, our God leaves nothing undone in HIS part to protect, provide and lead us toward certain victory in every situation! Here are some Names of God that this Psalm reveals:

• "I shall not want" — Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord will provide" (Genesis 22:14)
• "still waters" — Jehovah-Shalom, "the Lord our peace" (Judges 6:24)
• "restores my soul" — Jehovah-Rophe, "the Lord who heals" (Exodus 15:26)
• "paths of righteousness" — Jehovah-Tsidkenu, "the Lord our righteousness" (Jeremiah 33:16)
• "you are with me" — Jehovah-Shammah, "the Lord is there" (Ezekiel 48:35)
• "presence of my enemies" — "Jehovah-Nissi, "the Lord our banner" (Exodus 17:15)
• "anoint my head" — Jehovah-M'Kaddesh, "the Lord who sanctifies" (Leviticus 20:8)

So now, when you meditate on Psalm 23, and everything else you see in the Word of God, REMEMBER what part is solely HIS, a what part YOU are expected to play! DO your do's and HE will bring the results! Sometimes like a mighty flood! AMEN! Here is Hillsong UNITED with "Wonder":

Shalom in Him!