Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters
  he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths
  for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley
  I fear no evil;
for you are with me;
  your rod and your staff—
  they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
  in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
  my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
  all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
  my whole life long.

Comment:

The 23rd Psalm is certainly one of the best-known passages in the Bible. It offers a wealth of comfort and reassurance as we move through the challenges of this human experience we're sharing.

Metaphysically we understand the LORD to be synonymous with the Christ—the indwelling Presence of God that is the truth of our spiritual identity. The Christ in me is infinitely powerful, but it's a quiet power; it doesn't shout to get my attention the way some of the negative thoughts in consciousness do. That's why it's important to remember that it is always within me, available to “shepherd” me lovingly through the shadows of death and evil that seem so real, to the green pastures and still waters of peace, joy and abundance that are my destination. The “goodness and mercy” of the Christ are with me all the days of my life; it's up to me to know that, and to choose always from that rich resource.   Blessings!

Rev. Ed