Psalm 23 --- One of the most well-known passage of scriptures which is often referenced in times of distress to provide a person a measure of comfort and assurance. It's time for deeper reflection on what this passage really is conveying about the relationship between God and Man.
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"The Lord is my shepherd."
Significant Points
Implies an existence of a relationship.
Shepherd as owner or manger
Shepherd's characteristics: gentle, kind, intelligent, brave, and selfless.
Shepherd's care produces sheep who flourish and thrive contentedly.
Hireling's care produces sheep who struggle, starve, and suffer endless hardship.
Sheep require, more than other class of livestock, endless attention and meticulous care.
Sheep has mass mind (mob instincts).
Sheep's characteristics: fears and timidity.
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The Lord is My Shepherd
by Cissy Houston
Further Review
Related Blog: Grazing in the Dirt
Psalm 100:3 --- "Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture."
Jehovah-Rohi --- The Lord, My Shepherd.
Jehovah-El Elyon --- The God Most High
Jehovah Elohay/El – Elohay- Israel --- The Lord, My God/The Personal God of Israel
Jehovah Eloheenu --- The Lord, Our God
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