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There is one word in the Old Testament used more than any other to describe the character of God. It is the Hebrew word, chesed, which means steadfast love – love that never quits, love that never gives up, even in the face of disappointment, love that is poured out, even when it... Read More →

Is your cup half full or half empty? The Bible says that when you have faith in God, your cup overflows. As it says in Psalm 23, “My cup runneth over.” This means that no matter how difficult the times God will abundantly provide. And because God graciously provides we can share... Read More →

There is a hungering in the soul that can be answered only by God. Jesus pointed to the people of Israel in the wilderness. They ate manna that fell from heaven as a miraculous gift; but still they died.  (John 6:49) “I am the living bread that comes down from heaven,” said... Read More →

There is much in life that brings us discomfort. The Bible encourages us that we will find real comfort in God. David acclaimed the Lord as his Shepherd, and said, “Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.”  (Psalm 23:4) The shepherd’s rod and staff were used . . . to guide the... Read More →

There are times when we find ourselves in a dark valley. There is much in this world that can cause us to fear. But the Scripture says, Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me.  (Psalm 23:4) The answer to fear is to trust... Read More →

How can you know what is the right path in life? The Scriptures call us to look to God, who will lead us in the right way. “Good and upright is the Lord . . . God leads the humble in what is right.”  (Psalm 25:8-9) The right path is not simply the way that appears profitable, or... Read More →

The Lord is my shepherd . . . (Psalm 23:1) He leads me beside the still waters (Psalm 23:2) Sometimes the waters of life become rough. Hurricane Florence has battered the east coast with raging floodwaters. Jesus’ disciples were once caught in a fearsome storm on the Sea of... Read More →

Many people spend their lives grasping, but still feel empty. When God is our shepherd, says Psalm 23, we will no longer be in want. We lack nothing (Psalm 23:1) because God is the answer to what we need. God enables us to “lie down in green pastures” (Psalm 23:2), which means... Read More →

The Lord is my shepherd. With the image of shepherd, Psalm 23 illustrates who God is for us. God is near. God watches over us. God cares for us. God will guide us. God will protect us. We are invited to join in saying, The Lord is my shepherd – to put our trust in God. Sunday’s... Read More →