A shepherd leads sheep beside water, through a ravine, and toward an abundant table

Psalm 23:4

World Messianic Bible
Chapter overview
Psalm 23 portrays life under a shepherd's attentive care: rest, restoration, right paths, courage in deep shadow, an abundant table, anointing, and the promise of enduring welcome and belonging at home.
ShepherdProvisionProtectionHome
1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.
2He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
3He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4Even 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.
5You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup runs over.
6Surely goodness and loving kindness shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the LORD’s house forever.

Verses to memorize from Psalm 23

  • Psalm 23The LORD is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.
  • Psalm 23:1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.
  • Psalm 23:1-3The LORD is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.
  • Psalm 23:4Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will…

World Messianic Bible — Public Domain. Where these translations come from.