April 29th, 2023

4-29-23
He has Risen! Alleluia!
Today’s devotion is based on Psalm 23, “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.”
This most well-known of psalms is both introduced and summarized in its first verse: The Lord is my Shepherd, I lack nothing. This simple sentence holds profound and deep meaning – God is with me; I need nothing more.
Without trust in God, we, like sheep who don’t have a good shepherd, are uncared for, living in the shadow of death and fearful about what may happen next. Instead of guidance from a good shepherd, we fall back on our resources and have the potential to lead a ragged life, always wanting more and not knowing how or where to find it.
By trusting the Lord as our Shepherd, we live with his promise, ‘I am with you.’ We know where our lives are headed as we are refreshed, guided, protected, and comforted by God’s love, as shown in God’s Word. Nothing more is needed.
Please pray with me; Dear God, we thank you that you shepherd us through our lives during difficult times and times of peace. We want to feel your goodness and love for each of us as we travel through life to live with you forever. Amen.