Over the last two days, we’ve discussed Psalm 23:1. That verse ends with the amazing claim by David, “I shall not want,” or “I lack nothing.” How could David, or anyone, make such an audacious claim? The next couple of verses explain. David says, “He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.”
These verses poetically describe the Lord’s provision. He provides for His people like a shepherd who leads his flock to safe green pastures. The Lord grants rest to His people—a rest that is so needed and a rest that leads to restoration. And the Good Shepherd leads us along right paths. When we follow Jesus, we can trust the way we’re going is the right way. And the Lord leads “For His name’s sake.” God attaches His very own honor to His ability to care for and lead His sheep. How wonderful it is to follow the Good Shepherd!