A Journey through Psalm 23 - Part 3

Psalm 23 describes a journey to spiritual maturity. Join us as we Journey through Psalm 23.

In Part 3 we continue to examine: The Structural Correction Ps 23 Journey’s first step in ‘JESUS AS LORD’ Jesus shows Himself to you, how do you respond? Allowing Him as Lord in your life is the only righteous thing to do after seeing who He is. This is an act of God’s Sovereignty and Your will to choose. Kingdom of God invades your life.

Shepherding follows Lordship First He must be Lord, First you must hand everything over to Him Then He can be Shepherd, then you will follow Him.

Lordship comes from a Revelation, Shepherding comes from Trust Trust, it’s also a process He can’t be your Shepherd, if you don’t trust Him Trust…

Let’s close by talking about this Shepherd He is the Good Shepherd We need to learn how to be good sheep David knew a thing or two about sheep, right

He is Faithful: 2 Timothy 2:13 ESV If we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself. Deuteronomy 7:9 ESV Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, to a thousand generations, He can be trusted? What is Trust? Definition: The meaning of TRUST is assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something.

Trust comes with Knowing Trusting is a process. Embark on the process • But trusting is an active process. • Knowing God is Trusting God

So we need to get to know Him o Through His word o The testimony of others o And time in His presence.

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Watch the Video teaching below, and find a textual summary further down:

Summary

In this session, the speaker continues exploring Psalm 23, focusing on the significance of the phrase “The Lord is my Shepherd.” The discussion emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus as Lord in order to restore the structural integrity of one’s life, which has been compromised by sin. The speaker explains that recognizing Jesus as Lord is the first step towards allowing His kingdom to influence our lives, while trusting Him as our Shepherd involves building a relationship over time. The session highlights that God is faithful and trustworthy, and emphasizes the need for continual submission to His lordship. Through prayer and understanding of the Bible, individuals can deepen their relationship with God, allowing Him to guide and shepherd their lives.

Key Insights

• Accepting Jesus as Lord initiates the restoration of one’s life structure affected by sin.

• The concept of God’s kingdom involves His dominion over our lives, starting with the recognition of Jesus’ lordship.

• Trust in Jesus as our Shepherd is built through a relational process that requires time and experience.

• God’s faithfulness is intrinsic to His character; He cannot be unfaithful.

• Engaging with the Bible and community enhances our understanding of God’s trustworthiness and love.

  
  

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for Jesus to be my Shepherd?

Accepting Jesus as your Shepherd means allowing Him to guide, protect, and provide for you, fostering a trusting relationship.

How can I develop trust in God?

Trust in God develops through personal experiences, studying the Bible, listening to testimonies from others, and spending time in His presence.

Why is recognizing Jesus as Lord crucial?

Recognizing Jesus as Lord is crucial as it marks the beginning of restoration in your life, allowing His kingdom to influence your existence.

What role does the Holy Spirit play in understanding Jesus as Lord?

The Holy Spirit helps reveal Jesus’ lordship to us and prompts us to respond by submitting our lives to Him.