Oh, David how did you know,

that we needed a shepherd to lead us and help us to grow.

Green pastures and still waters are good for our souls,

with your personal experience and testimony you knew we’d hit pot holes.

You began by describing the simple beauty of nature in life,

and then warned us about the dark shadows in the valley that would bring us strife.

The rod and staff — our greatest comforts in need,

when we have enemies and adversaries waiting to plant their seeds.

You left us your prophesy and wisdom right here in the Scripture,

1,000 years later Jesus was born and now we understand the full picture.

With the Lord as ‘my’ shepherd to care, watch and preserve,

He gives us what we need but not what we deserve.

The Holy One has booked a table, prepared a feast, overfilled our cups, and takes a seat by our side,

and promises to deliver us through the fire and hardships in this broken world with only Him as our guide.

Thank you King David for writing Psalm 23,

His goodness and mercies can surely set us free.

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