Psalm 23

Continuing in the promises, prayers and predictions connected to the twenty-third Psalm.

Verse 2: Promise and Prediction.


We read in Psalms 23:2, "He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters." This is continuing in David's statement of his peace in life and Joy in following in the Lord's way. ("The Lord is my shepherd.")

God's Promise:
We also read about laying (or finding our resting place) in 'pastures' in Ezekiel 34:14 when the Lord promises, "I will feed them with good pasture; and on the mountains of the height of Israel shall their fold be: there shall they lie down in a good fold; and on fat pasture shall they feed on the mountains of Israel. (Home)" This is not only a promise of Home but a promise that can be just as real in our earthly lives today.

Prediction:
"..still waters." Could it be that these are the same 'waters' as mentioned in Revelation 7:17, "for the Lamb who is in the midst of the throne shepherds them, and leads them to springs of waters of life. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes." ? I am sure these 'waters' are one in the same.

If you feel that yours are not lush pastures or that the waters of your spirit are not still or calm, then ask the Lord right now to lead you to this place.

Let the Lord guide you and be your shepherd.