Psalm 23- my word in season for 2021

 

Every year I spend time in prayer about a word in season for my life.  I carry this word in my heart with me throughout the year. I find it helps me to stay focused, prayerful, and grounded. Every year it has been one verse. For 2021 it is one chapter. The 23rd Psalm.

 

I will study this as the year progresses but here are my thoughts as the year begins:

 

I am using the message translation for this post.

 

1 God, my shepherd! I do not need a thing

 

My strength comes from the Lord. He is the author and finisher of my faith.

 

2. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from.

 

He has placed me here in Somerset West for such a time as this and supplies all my needs

 

3. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction.

 

I have had time to rest, reflect and now will walk a path of purpose

 

4. Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I am not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makes me feel secure

 

We are living in uncertain times and my help comes from the Lord.

 

5. You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head, my cup brims with blessing.

 

I am so grateful for my blessings at this time.

 

6. Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I am back home in the house of God for the rest of my life.

 

Each day I awake to experience your goodness and know that you are with me here and into eternity.