Scripture
Psalms 23
The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Observation
According to a Christian legend, carnations grew from the Virgin Mary’s tears as she watched Jesus carry the cross. This is how they became associated with motherly love.
Application
Growing up, no matter what, when you walked in the door of our house there was always food. My friends would gather and mom would have snacks. My grandmother was the same way. No one left their houses hungry. “I lack nothing” are beautiful words. When you make the Lord center of your life, you will lack nothing. This doesn’t mean you will have all the riches in the world. It means you will have what you need. You will have the Lord! He will be there to walk through anything with you and you will never be alone. When you have Christ, you have EVERYTHING!
Prayer
Lord, I thank you for giving to me everything I need, You! ~Amen
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