He refreshes my soul. How tired are you? Take note of Solomon’s advice: A fool's work wearies him;Eccl.10:15 (The Bible defines a fool as someone who ignores GodPs.14:1;53:1;Lk.12:20)

He guides me along the right paths for His name’s sake. God’s ways are right ways and the Holy Spirit is our Guide. But our life should never be “meandering” like a river going around every obstacle – we have been redeemed to live of overcoming and victory The blood of Christ set you free from an empty way of life.1Pet.1:18 I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.Phil.4:12-13

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Fear is debilitating and deadly but actually it is only the anticipation of something that has not yet happened! Because God is with us we should not be afraid. So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid”.Heb.13:6

Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. What comforts you? Rod is also translated sceptreGen.49:10 (authority or the right to rule) and represents the Holy Spirit in us. Staff is a walking-stick-cum-shepherd’s crook and represents the Scriptures – a real support and help: Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.Ps.119:165

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. God does not take us out of trouble but provides for us wherever we are. The LORD had given [David] peace and rest from all of his enemies who were around him. 2Sam.7:1

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. God’s anointing is on the Head (Jesus) but this always causes us to flow-over! For the Scriptures declare that rivers of living water will flow out from within.” (When he said “living water,” he was speaking of the Spirit, who would be given to everyone believing in him.)Jn.7:38-39(NLT)

Surely Your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life. The word follow is usually applied to the pursuit by enemies but here it is God’s goodness and love that chases us! God’s blessings come with such vigour and drive that they will always catch up with us!

And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. When you speak of your home, what do you mean? Are you a heavenly Expat? Or do you still think of this earthly life as your main focus. Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits at God's right hand in the place of honour and power. Let heaven fill your thoughts. Do not think only about things down here on earth.Col.3:1-2

How well do you know the Good Shepherd?

I know my sheep and my sheep know meJn.10:14