Lesson 5: Psalms 23:1
Lesson 5: Psalms 23:1
Psalms 23:1
The Blueprint — The Verse
The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
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The Context — The History
Psalm 23 is attributed to David, who spent his youth as a shepherd before becoming Israel's king. Ancient Near Eastern shepherds provided protection, guidance, and provision — a powerful image for God's care.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
This psalm opens the collection's most beloved pastoral poem. David moves from green pastures and still waters through dark valleys to a table prepared before enemies, ending in the house of the LORD forever.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Psalms 23:2
He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Psalms 23:2) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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When have you experienced God as your shepherd?
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What does it mean to 'lack nothing' in a material world?
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How does this psalm speak to seasons of fear or loss?