Psalm 23:1 The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
Lord, You are sovereign and holy, gracious and loving. You make sure I have exactly what I need to take my next step in Your will. Forgive me for the times when I am discontent. Help me, especially during those times, to be able to clearly see both Your provision and the next step You would have me to take. Give me a heart of gratitude for the abundant blessings You surround me with daily. Restore my world-weary soul.
Psalm 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters….
Lord, Just like a toddler who doesn’t like to stop playing to rest but needs that rest in order to keep going, I have a hard slowing down, being diligent about self-care. It feels selfish and indulgent, but I know it’s important because You encourage me to take care of myself, to rest, breathe, take time in Your presence and Your word, to take time daily to nourish my soul so that I have the space, the peace, the energy to do Your work. Help me, Jesus, to take better care of myself so that I can better care for Your people.
Psalm 23:3 …He restores my soul….
Lord, Thank You for this day and for the reminder that with You, I lack nothing, through You, I have all I need for the next step You need me to take. Help me to trust and obey, even when the world tries to tell me I need more, more, more. Help me to take time daily to nourish myself, to root myself in You, so that I can nourish and uplift others in Your name. Draw me closer, LORD. Amen.
Psalm 23:5 …my cup overflows.
Have a blessed day.
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