Psalm 23 a life story with a happy ending
BACKGROUND :- written by David - the shepherd of the nation of Israel and an heir of the Great Shepherd of the sheep, Jesus. It might have been composed while David was a boy, watching his father's flocks (1 Samuel 16:10,11), or later in his life, based on his earlier experiences. UNDERSTANDING :- Verses 1-4:- speak of the good shepherd. David describes vividly his sense of the fullness of God's care by using the metaphor of a shepherd who supplies his sheep with everything needed for their well being. 1-3 God , my shepherd! I don't need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. 4 Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makes me feel secure. Verse 5 & 6 presents God as the good h