Bible Study August 5, 2024
Psalm 23:6 (LSB)
“Surely goodness and lovingkindness will pursue me all the days of my life,” And I will dwell in the house of Yahweh forever.
Maybe one of the most familiar and quoted chapters in the scriptures is that of Psalm 23. It is often read at celebration of life service to bring comfort an peace to the remaining family.
Suffering can come at the hands of an adversary or many times it is a result of the sin in our lives. One very good example of this is from King David in writing Psalm 23. David the scriptures teach us was a “man after God’s own heart.” Yet he was not perfect in all his ways.
This Psalm written by David lays out before us many beautiful images from the creator: green pastures, still waters, His comfort through the valley of the shadow of death, the table He prepares for us, the oil of anointing, and the goodness and mercy He bestows upon His people. It is a picture of true contentment.
Oftentimes the journey to get there is not that easy. There are obstacle that we encounter on our journey. We should rest aware that knowing God is in the midst of our trials. But we can rest assured that as we pass through these valleys we will come out the other end in victory when the Lord is with us and we indeed are with Him.
The Good News is that God will reward those that remain faithful following His guidelines and seeking His face. When we do this the we can say with assurance “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.”
“God’s promises are like the stars; the darker the night, the brighter they shine.” David Nichols.
God Bless.
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