What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, “The LORD is my Shepherd?

Psalm 23 is a beautiful psalm that pictures the relationship between the Good Shepherd and His sheep. It describes for us the nature of this relationship that God intends for each of His children to enjoy. “The LORD is my Shepherd”, therefore I shall dwell with contentment because of His provision, courage because of His presence, and confidence because of His promises.

Psalm 23:1-3a – “The LORD Is My Shepherd” (Part 1) – Outline (pdf) – In this message, we consider the first part of this great Psalm 23 in which we see the relationship between the Great Shepherd and His sheep. We focus on the statement, “The LORD is my Shepherd, therefore I shall dwell with contentment because of His provision.”

Psalm 23:3b-4 – “The LORD Is My Shepherd” (Part 2) – Outline (pdf) – In this message, we consider the second part of this great Psalm 23 in which we see the relationship between the Great Shepherd and His sheep. We focus on the statement, “The LORD is my Shepherd, therefore I shall dwell with courage because of His presence.” Here in v. 4 we consider our Great Shepherd’s protection.

Psalm 23:5 – “The LORD Is My Shepherd” (Part 3) – Outline (pdf) – In this message, we consider the third part of this great Psalm 23 in which we see the relationship between the Great Shepherd and His sheep. We focus on the statement, “The LORD is my Shepherd, therefore I shall dwell with courage because of His presence.” Here in v. 5 we consider our Great Shepherd’s provision of peace.

Psalm 23:6 – “The LORD Is My Shepherd” (Part 4) – Outline (pdf) – In this message, we consider the second part of this great Psalm 23 in which we see the relationship between the Great Shepherd and His sheep. We focus on the statement, “The LORD is my Shepherd”, therefore I shall dwell with confidence because of His promises of earthly and eternal blessings in this relationship.