Psalm 23

Psalm 23 is one of the more famous psalms written by David the King.  The same David who took down Goliath with a slingshot and some smooth stones.

David was also a musician and liked to write poems and songs.  This particular psalm is about God being his Shepherd-King.

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

This short little Psalm is packed with powerful promises, provisions, and purpose.  The Lord is my Shepherd.  What more should I want?