Friday, November 7, 2008

The 23rd Psalm

Michael's family is in the midst of a dark hour. They have difficult decisions to make right now. Michael's body is shutting down. But his mind is very sharp. He knows what he wants and is trying to hang on "for his family" he said.

I hope he is not afraid. I hope that if it is God's will he will fight. I hope that if it is God's will, he will not.


The 23rd Psalm:


Because the Lord is my Shepherd, I have everything I need!

He lets me rest in the meadow grass and leads me beside the quiet streams. He gives me new strength. He helps me do what honors him the most.

Even when walking through the dark valley of death I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me, guarding, guiding all the way.

You provide delicious food for me in the presence of my enemies. You have welcomed me as your guest; blessings overflow!

Your goodness and unfailing kindness shall be with me all of my life, and afterwards I will live with you forever in your home.


-- The Book (Tyndale House Publishers)


Or if you prefer the King James version:

The 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name' sake.



Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil: For thou art with me;
Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies;
Thou annointest my head with oil; My cup runneth over.



Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever.


-- KJV

Peace.

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