Psalm 23

By Rose Publishing

Psalm 23 has been read and cherished by countless generations and is considered the most popular psalm in the Bible. Packed with charts, illustrations, simple summaries, and more, Psalm 23 is a great Bible study tool that provides a number of scriptural references that shows the importance of following the good shepherd.

Now you can get an insider's look at what Psalm 23 is all about —a view from the shepherd. Learn how -

• Psalm 23 reveals the yearly cycle of sheep moving through their pastures
• A nomadic shepherd cared for his flock
• Danger, drama, and salvation from death figured into shepherding
• Sheep learned to trust and recognize their shepherd
• Compare rod and staff references throughout the Bible

The Psalm 23 pamphlet is a word-by-word study of this cherished psalm, providing a meaning and an application for each phrase, as well as related Bible passages. For example:

• "He restores my soul"

• Meaning

—God cares for and keeps my heart and mind.

• Sheep may become "cast," stuck on their backs, unable to get up. A downcast sheep is one that has rolled over into a depression and cannot right itself to stand. In this condition, a sheep struggling to raise itself may quickly become dehydrated in the simmer sun. A cast sheep is also easy prey for wild animals—top heavy, body down in a hole, legs flailing the air, a sheep in this state is a funny sight to see—funny, but also helpless.

Application

—We can trust God for the needs of the body and spirit.

• How has God restored your soul?

Related Passages

—John 16:33; 17:13; Psalms 42:11
Psalm 23 also includes a number of charts that compare a shepherd's duties with Jesus' actions, Old and New Testament shepherding imagery, Scripture references that show how different people in the Bible use their rod and/or staff, and other information that will help you with your daily walk the Lord.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
• Release date: Aug 3, 2021
• ISBN: 9781628621013

Book preview

Psalm 23

Accordian fold image of pamphlet

This handy eBook:

Goes line-by-line through Psalm 23 (The Lord is my Shepherd…), explaining its meaning and application for our lives today. Includes questions for personal reflection—in less than 30 minutes.

Gives key cultural insights on shepherding, what it meant during Jesus' time, and how it relates to our relationship with Christ.

Includes helpful quick-reference charts that shows tons of information at a glance. Covers topics, such as how a shepherd's duties compare to Jesus' actions; how rods and staffs were used throughout the Bible; and more.

CONTENTS

Summary

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd

I shall not be in want

He makes me lie down in green pastures

He leads me beside quiet waters

He restores my soul

He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me

Your rod and your staff, they comfort me

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies

You anoint