Saturday, April 18, 2015

Shepherded by the Holy Spirit

The LORD is my shepherd….  Psalm 23:1 KJV

Have you ever considered the Holy Spirit to be in Psalm 23? This is probably one of the most known and beloved Psalms. We know that David wrote this Psalm…and that all scripture is inspired by the Holy Spirit … All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17.

David was a shepherd as a boy and young man. Since sheep are sort of dumb animals, they must be watched over and cared for carefully. David wrote this, not from the perspective of a shepherd, but as one of the sheep—God’s flock. The Lord is my shepherd…and the Holy Spirit brings this fact to my mind and understanding. I need the Lord to take care for me…and I feel safe in His presence. He protects me. Sheep are a reflection of their shepherd. If he takes good care of the sheep, they are healthy and content. If not, they will be scrawny, sick and may get lost or hurt. Do you feel like the Lord is your shepherd—caring for, protecting and providing for you?

Prayer ~ Holy Spirit, continue to inspire me, guide me and give me understanding that I would know You more deeply and see You as my shepherd. Lord God—You are the great shepherd—the keeper of my soul…of all souls. I praise You.

© 2015 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted.

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