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The 23rd Psalm Remixed
Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011 (message contributor)
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1. Meeting The Shepherd
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the first message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the Lord as our shepherd.
The most quoted and best loved passage of Scripture is the twenty-third Psalm. The vast majority of Christians can quote bits and pieces of this Psalm. This passage is read quite regularly at funerals or during other times of crisis to provide comfort. This Psalm consists of only six verses but it ...read more
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2. Who Provides For Me?
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the second message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines how the Lord as our Shepherd provides for us.
The words “I shall not be in want,” “I lack nothing” or “I’ll have all that I need,” depending on your translation produce within our minds a particular picture. In fact it almost sounds as if it is providing evidence to back up the ever popular health and ...read more
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3. Napping In Green Pastures
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the third message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the importance of the rest that the Lord provides.
Today, I would like you to take an imaginary trip with me. Close your eyes and let’s begin our journey. Envision a beautiful lush green meadow with soft grass. Through the middle of this meadow runs a clear stream. The sky is blue, the sun is shining brightly and there is a soft cool breeze ...read more
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4. Playing Follow The Leader
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the fourth message in a series that takes a fresh look at the twenty-third Psalm. This message examines the leadership provided by the shepherd.
How many of you have ever played “Simon Says?” As you know, “Simon Says” is a more detailed version of the game “Follow the Leader.” The object of the game is to listen closely to the instructions given by the leader to make sure that you can stay in the game. ...read more
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5. Through The Dark Valley
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the fifth message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines how the Lord leads us through the dark valleys.
If you would, I would like you to give this question some serious thought. “What was the lowest point in your life?” That time when the light at the end of the tunnel turned out to be an oncoming train. You prayed and it seemed that those prayers never made it past the ceiling. You so ...read more
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6. The Table Is Set
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the sixth message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines what David means by the Lord setting a table.
The Holiday Season brings with it so many opportunities to eat. Families have the opportunity to get together and sit down to share a meal together. Those meals are usually quite enjoyable. There is always plenty of food and most of the time some of our most favorite foods appear on the table. ...read more
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7. What Follows Following The Shepherd
Contributed on Dec 13, 2011
This is the final message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the benefits of following the Lord Our Shepherd.
Are you a patient person? Do you find it easy to wait when you are anticipating something? If you are like me anticipation often causes my patience to be in short supply. Maybe it is human nature or a product of living in an instant gratification culture. Whatever the reason, we would prefer to ...read more