Storyline Fall 2020

1The Lord is my shepherd, I lack
nothing. God looks after me. As a
shepherd He protects me even though I
am not aware of it. My food appears daily,
my head is covered, and I have a bed to
sleep in because of Him.
2
He makes me lie down in green
pastures, He leads me beside quiet
waters, He brings me to Himself; to
a place of tranquility to ease my unrest.
The stream, although it flows, through its
melody of passage, quiets me.
3
He refreshes my soul. He guides
me along the right paths for His
name’s sake. His Holy Spirit lightens
my burdens. His hand holds mine, so I do
not make too many mistakes; so I do not
embarrass Him.
4
Even though I walk through the
darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for
You are with me; Your rod and Your
staff, they comfort me. There are times
when I find myself in difficult situations but
He is always there for me. Evil does not
overcome me, because He has overcome
evil. The staff that He gave to Moses, and
His rod of discipline ... I find comfort in
them because I am forgiven.
5
You prepare a table before me in the
presence of my enemies. You anoint
my head with oil; my cup overflows.
When I am surrounded by those who
would do me harm or should my thoughts
overwhelm me, He makes Himself known to
me. He blesses me in spite of it all, giving me
way more than I deserve.
6
Surely Your goodness and love will
follow me all the days of my life, and
I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever. Because of His faithfulness and
ultimate sacrifice I will feel His presence
every day. My acceptance of Him as my Lord
will lead me into eternity in heaven.
the
Lord
is my
shepherd
Psalm 23 in my own words - Henry Korthuis