Key Ideas
Faith Fact
My God is in control.
Faith Verse
Isaiah 55:8 (NLT)
“My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,” says the Lord. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.”
Question of the Day: What does God want us to know?
Read about It
Read: Psalm 23
When we read Psalm 23, we find the Lord described as our “shepherd.” A shepherd takes care of his sheep. He knows all of them, and his goal is to keep them safe.
When you watch sheep, you can see the special bond they have with their shepherd. The sheep know the shepherd’s voice, and they know the shepherd will protect them, guide them, and meet their needs. The sheep know they can trust the shepherd.
That is what God desires from us. God wants us to know that we can trust Him to protect us, to guide us, and to meet our needs. He wants us to know that we are safe when we listen to and obey Him.
Talk about It
Question 1. In Psalm 23:1, it says that “The Lord is my shepherd.” What is the second part of that verse?
Answer 1. “I have all that I need.” (Psalm 23:1)
Question 2. Which part of these verses stands out to you the most?
Answer 2. Answers will vary.
Question 3. In Psalm 23:4, what do the shepherd’s rod and staff do?
Answer 3. Protect and comfort me (Psalm 23:4)
Question 4. How should Psalm 23 affect our life?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
Question 5. What does it mean to “live in the house of the Lord forever”?
Answer 5. Answers may vary.
Pray about It
Dear God, thank You for being my shepherd and for leading and guiding me. God, help me listen to Your voice and trust You. Thank You that You are giving me rest, guidance, protection, comfort, and strength. I love You. Amen.