The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
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.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23

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

God is aware we need to rest, so much that God create the Sabbath, a day of rest (not that we follow the concept very well). Yet here the psalmist after telling us that God will provide, immediately tells us God gives us something good – a place to rest.

I love the outdoors, especially sitting near water. It is a place of peace, a place where I can relax and even work out issues in my mind.

I assume David did the same thing as he sat in a green field or by still waters, writing his poetry, contemplating the universe and enjoying God’s provision.

As you journey through this week, spend some time in nature and allow God to speak to you.

Peace,

Pastor Bill