When was the last time you read the twenty-third Psalm?

In one of my old preaching Bibles, I wrote the following outline in the margin. Peek over my shoulder and let me share these with you today.

POSSESSION. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (23:1).

PROVISION. “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake” (23:2-3).

PRESENCE. “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me” (23:4a).

PROTECTION. “Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me” (23:4b).

PROVISION. “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever” (23:5-6).

No explanation needed.
No application needed.
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What a beautiful Psalm to take with you throughout the day.