Psalms 23 Explained
1 The LORD is my shepherd (He takes care of me by His guidance and provision) , I shall not be in want (will not lack).
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures (gives me rest),
he leads me beside quiet waters (to drink safely without fear),
3 He restores my soul (to drink from Him, our soul is restored)
He guides me in paths of righteousness (He directs our path) for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk trough the valley of the shadow of death (facing difficulties and in fearful situation), I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff (when we are in fear and difficulties, the rod and staff are not to beat us but to protect us by using it against our enemies) they comfort me (because we have a strong and reliable shepherd. We are in safe hands thus we are comforted).
5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies (we will be exalted in the midst of adversaries), You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows (we constantly have more than enough).
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life (Seek after Jesus and surely goodness and love will chase after us), and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
I hope with this explanation, we will live even more confidently and victoriously in Christ Jesus!
