Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Listen to the Word
The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. (Psalm 23:1)

The Bible frequently compares us to sheep, and that’s not exactly a compliment. Sheep aren’t known for being the brightest animals around. They have a hard time finding their own food, and they tend to get themselves lost rather frequently. Sheep also aren’t the toughest creatures you will find (There aren’t many high schools who choose a sheep as their mascot – “The Fighting Sheep” just wouldn’t exactly strike fear into the hearts of their opponents). Sheep are basically defenseless against predators. A sheep left on its own would not stand a chance.

The good news is that we are not sheep who have been left on our own. We have a shepherd. The LORD is our shepherd. We don’t know where to go, but he guides us. We are helpless and vulnerable, but he protects us. We can’t take care of ourselves, but he provides for us.

Live the Word
Make a list of five things God has supplied for you – things you would not have been able to acquire through your own ability. Thank God for providing for you as your shepherd.