Psalm 23 - The Lord is My Shepherd
The most beloved psalm of comfort and trust, assuring us that the Lord guides and protects us even through the valley of the shadow of death.
5 min
Duration
1 day
Commitment
Beginner-Friendly
Level
How to Pray
Read the psalm slowly and meditatively, perhaps reading it three times. First for understanding, second to savor the words, third to let them become your prayer for the person.
Prayer Text
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 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. Even 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. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.