Title

He’s a Great Shepherd

Scripture
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
(Psalm 23:6)
Devotional
He leads us from the valley of the shadow of death to still waters and green pastures. He truly is a soul restorer. When we learn to trust in the Good Shepherd, our lives are continually filled with goodness and mercy. Even in the seemingly hard times of life, we can experience His unmerited favor and forgiveness. His goodness and mercy will lead us through heartache and suffering. His goodness and mercy will direct us through trials and tribulations. His goodness and mercy will guide us through misfortune and even death. There is not a realm of life in which we cannot experience His comforting presence. No matter how trying life may become, His goodness and mercy will overcome them. Besides His goodness and mercy, He adds the promise of eternal life, “And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
Thought For The Night
Because the way was steep and long,
And through a strange and lonely land,
God placed upon my lips a song
And put a lantern in my hand.
Joyce Kilmer, (1886-1918),
Author of “Trees and Other Poems.”
Evening Text
Psalm 23:6: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
 
Looking for Answers
·         Of the countless illustrations and analogies that could be used, why is that of a shepherd used so often?
·         What are the duties and responsibilities of a shepherd?
·         Are you a sheep of the Great Shepherd?
Evening Study Guide
Defining: Biblical shepherds may be literal or allegorical: those caring for and overseeing sheep or those caring for and overseeing God’s people. Shepard is used as a metaphor for pastor, elder, bishop, overseer, etc.
 
Referencing: “Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not for dishonest gain but eagerly; nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock; and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away,” 1 Peter 5:2-4
 
Applying: For one to be a good shepherd he or she must be a good sheep.