ALL WE LIKE SHEEP Psalm 23 Psalm 23

ALL WE LIKE SHEEP Psalm 23

Psalm 23 TYPE: Confidence Song STRUCTURE: – 1 -4 Sheep/Shepherd Metaphor – 5 -6 Royal Banquet Metaphor

Psalm 23 Verse 1 1 a. A song of David 1 b. The Lord is MY Shepherd

Defenseless

Unaware of Hidden Dangers

Unable to forage for themselves

Prone to Herd Mentality

Psalm 23 Verse 1 1 a. A song of David 1 b. The Lord is MY Shepherd RESULT 1 c. I do not suffer want PROVEN BY Verses 2 -4

Psalm 23 Verse 2 2 a. He makes it so I can lie down in lush pastures

To lie down, sheep must: • Have their fill of food & water • Feel completely safe • Be free of pests

Psalm 23 Verse 2 2 a. He makes it so I can lie down in lush pastures 2 b. He leads me to refreshing water

Psalm 23 Verse 3 3 a. He restores my strength

Psalm 23 Verse 3 3 a. He restores my strength 3 b. He leads me down right paths REASON for the sake of His reputation

Psalm 23 Verse 4 4 a. Even when I walk through the darkest valley 4 b. I will not be afraid of danger 4 c. Because you are with me 4 d. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me

Psalm 23 Verse 4 4 a. Even when I walk through the darkest valley 4 b. I will not be afraid of danger 4 c. Because you are with me 4 d. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me

Psalm 23: 5 5 a. You set out a feast in front of me in the sight of my enemies 5 b. You refresh my head with oil 5 c. My cup overflows

Psalm 23: 6 6 a. Surely Your goodness and Your loyal love will chase after me all the days of my life 6 b. And I will live in the house of the LORD all my life

2 Amazing Truths: 1. A relationship with God is based on EXTRAVAGENT GRACE 2. Without His constant care we are UTTERLY HELPLESS