Forward Movement
Pursue the Righteous Path
“The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake.“ Pursuing Righteousness Psalm 23:3 (NASB) “He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of […]
Quiet Lifegiving Waters
The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. What we know about water is that it is paramount for a sheep’s survival. As stated in a previous post, sheep have an innate skittishness and could exhibit instinctive fear of running […]
The “I Shall Not Want” Life
Lack is essentially a scarcity mindset. The focus is typically on what you do not have. It is rooted in fear, self-reliance, comparison, and distrust as a result of anxiety, envy, hoarding, perpetual dissatisfaction, and feeling empty. Of which, the basis is from the world’s narrative, and system of disconnection from the Shepherd. Prosperity is […]
Sufficiency Over Scarcity with the Lord, My Shepherd
Seems ironic but it has been said that ancient near Eastern kings would call themselves Shepherds of their people. The writing of Psalm 23 has been attributed to David who was a king, understood God as King of kings, and addressed Jehovah as his Shepherd. Incidentally, David had no lack. He had sufficient provision to […]
In the Shadow of the Almighty
We must strive to demonstrate faith over fear while observing the Most High as our dwelling place. When we trust God and His sovereignty, we shift our focus from circumstances to His Power. Divine shelter and refuge in God invites our active and engaging participation. Like David facing Goliath, we declare, “The Lord who rescued […]
Living the Protected Life
Understanding that God has a hedge around us should fill us with peace and confidence. However, it’s important to remember that this protection doesn’t mean we’ll never face difficulties. Instead, God is with us in the midst of trials and tribulation, working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Even when we can’t see […]
God’s Protective Hedge
It’s comforting to know that we are not left to navigate life alone and we can move forward in faith with our Guardian and Protector. As believers, we have the assurance that God’s protection surrounds us like a hedge, shielding us from harm and guiding us through every season. Psalm 139:5 and Psalm 34:7 reminds […]
Forward Pursuit of the Mark
Moving forward in faith also requires trusting God’s word, especially when circumstances seem to cause conflicting views. It’s easy to doubt when we face difficulties, but let this be a reminder that God’s protection is not limited by our understanding or our timeline. He works in ways we cannot always see, and His promises are […]
Flawless Promises
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to place our trust, especially when there is uncertainty, shifting opinions, and broken promises. As believers, we are reminded that God’s word stands firm, unchanging, and utterly reliable and He shall keep His words forever. Psalm 12:5-7 beautifully captures this truth. He will keep the needy […]