While David was a shepherd, he learned much about fighting an enemy. Later in 1 Samuel we read of him telling king Saul how he fought off lion and bear in order to rescue his sheep. He had no idea at that time he was in training to become king!
Psalm 23 The Lord is my shepherd. This is probably the most well known of all the psalms, and many songs have been written with the words from these verses, but how many of us have ever really studied the words and some of the hidden meanings?
I will show you how I will save you. So much more is included in the meaning of the word "save" than just a ticket to Heaven when we die. The original Hebrew meant safety, deliverance, health, prosperity and welfare. This verse sums up the whole psalm.
I will be with you when you are in trouble. Please note that the Christian life does not mean no trouble! But it does mean a way out of the trouble, it does mean passing through the storm in peace, it does mean a Godly result...
Because you love me. In Heaven right now, the Lord is saying your name, and is pleased that you love Him. Isn't that a wonderful thought? Maybe you don't think you love Him enough, or maybe you would like to love Him more. We can all love Him more than we do.
31 Thoughts from Psalm 91 – Part 8 This is part 8 of a series of thoughts based on Psalm 91. If you have not yet read Part 1, then please click here. Thought 22 Psalm 91:12 They will carry you in their hands They will carry you in their […]
No sickness will come near your house. Not only will you be secure, but all your family too. All those who live in your house. Isn't that good to know? As we make the Lord our personal refuge, our families are supernaturally protected from disaster.
If you make the Most High your dwelling... A reference to the beginning of the psalm. Look again at the first thought. I feel as though David refers us to the beginning, because he can imagine the doubts that his listeners have felt during the intervening verses.
Can you imagine all the people in your office or neighbourhood going down with the latest flu strain? Can you imagine what a witness it will be if the Christians are the only ones still standing? I heard a story not long ago about a US army officer in the Iraq war. All the time he was serving out there, not one of his men was killed. That's the power of faith in the Lord's protection.
You do not need to fear arrows that fly during the day. Our fears which terrorize us during the night can just seem to be worrying thoughts in the daytime. But again the Lord says we have no reason to fear. They cannot even find you!
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