“Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.” (Hebrews 13:8) The Apostle Paul, writing to the Hebrew people, presents several distinct and significant portraits of Christ. Of particular note are those of High Priest and the Perfect … [Read more...]
Christ, the Good Shepherd
Psalm 23:1-6 Such beautiful imagery is painted for us in the 23rd Psalm as we get a view of the Lord who cares for His people as a Shepherd over His flock. As He nurtures, guides, protects, and comforts, we can understand the great Love that our … [Read more...]
The Beauty of the Shepherd: The Conclusion
Psalm 23:1-6 The previous four devotional studies from Psalm 23:1-6 are for those who have an ear to hear; those who are seeking relief from the Valley of the Shadow of Death; and those who are sheep, but have wandered away from the flock and are in … [Read more...]
The Beauty of the Shepherd: The Pay Day
Psalm 23:1-6 The Supply Concept: “The LORD is my shepherd...” (Psalm 23:1). In the previous devotions, under The Shepherd Concept, it has been noted that Christ is The Good Shepherd (as such, He made provision for the Sheep); He is The Great … [Read more...]
The Beauty of the Shepherd: His Position and His Provision
Psalm 23:1-6 The Shepherd Concept: “The LORD is my shepherd...” (Psalm 23:1). The Lord, my Sovereign God, is also “my shepherd.” The simple definition of a shepherd is one tending the sheep. In the physical, the shepherd is responsible for the … [Read more...]
The Beauty of the Shepherd: His Person
Psalm 23:1-6 “The LORD is my shepherd...” (Psalm 23:1) The 23rd Psalm is probably the most read, most memorized, most quoted, and most utilized in devotional books of any Psalm that King David penned. It has encouraged, assured, and given more … [Read more...]
