Known by the Shepherd
Read · Psalm 23
Read the passage in its whole chapter and notice its setting.
Open the chapterReflect
The shepherd image speaks of provision and presence, including in the dark valley. The psalm does not say there will be no valley. It confesses trust in God while walking through one.
A question to sit with
Where do you need guidance rather than a quick answer?
Pray
Lord, be my Shepherd in familiar places and in places I fear. Lead me toward what is good. Amen.
Carry it into the day
Read the whole psalm and linger over the phrase that stays with you.