The Good Shepherd Psalm (part 4) Resurrection Presbyterian Church
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- Religion & Spirituality
Date: 1/21/24
By: Elder Steven Morris
Text: Psalm 23
Outline:
I. Because your wise & good Shepherd is always with you, He would have you fear no evil or calamity [v4a]
A. Our Shepherd wisely leads us to the best place – moving to higher, better pastures
B. Our Shepherd wisely leads us by the best path – through some deep/steep valleys
C. Our Shepherd wisely leads us with full preparation – for any evil/calamity
II. Because your wise & good Shepherd wields His rod & staff, He would have you fear no evil or calamity [v4b]
A. Our Shepherd comforts our souls and curbs our fears with His rod
B. Our Shepherd comforts our souls and curbs our fears with His staff
Questions for under-sheepherds (sheep entrusted to lead other sheep for the Good Shepherd)
• Are you imitating Christ’s motive? Deep love & care for the lives and flourishing of His flock
• Are you imitating Christ’s manner? Wisdom in seeking out spiritual sustenance, leading to it
• Are you imitating Christ’s means? Comforting sheep with your presence & power for their good
Date: 1/21/24
By: Elder Steven Morris
Text: Psalm 23
Outline:
I. Because your wise & good Shepherd is always with you, He would have you fear no evil or calamity [v4a]
A. Our Shepherd wisely leads us to the best place – moving to higher, better pastures
B. Our Shepherd wisely leads us by the best path – through some deep/steep valleys
C. Our Shepherd wisely leads us with full preparation – for any evil/calamity
II. Because your wise & good Shepherd wields His rod & staff, He would have you fear no evil or calamity [v4b]
A. Our Shepherd comforts our souls and curbs our fears with His rod
B. Our Shepherd comforts our souls and curbs our fears with His staff
Questions for under-sheepherds (sheep entrusted to lead other sheep for the Good Shepherd)
• Are you imitating Christ’s motive? Deep love & care for the lives and flourishing of His flock
• Are you imitating Christ’s manner? Wisdom in seeking out spiritual sustenance, leading to it
• Are you imitating Christ’s means? Comforting sheep with your presence & power for their good
38 min