The Incarn…what?!
December 12, 2024
Text: Psalm 23
1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
3 he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths
for his name’s sake.
4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley,
I fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
my whole life long.
Devotional: Psalm 23 is frequently heard at funerals, and while the words certainly offer comfort, what if we considered them instructional as we begin 2023? What if we consider them a challenge?
1. Listen to this song.
3. Read Psalm 23 again, paying special attention to the first few verses (1-3).
As of two weeks ago, I had never heard of Fred Penner, but this podcast episode enlightened me to the many contributions he made to the Canadian culture. However, besides learning about his catchy songs, I learned that he has not had an easy path.
Prayer: Holy God, we thank you for leading us down the right paths, thank you for restoring our souls, and we ask that you give us the strength to follow you in 2023. Amen.
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