Summer in the Psalms – Week 1
PSALMS 23
Big Idea:
When Jesus is your Shepherd, you don’t just survive life. you’re led, loved, restored, and carried home.
Why We Struggle to Let Jesus Lead:
- We Believe Our Way Is Better
- We Don’t Want to Let Go of Control
- We’re Still Hurting from the Past
- We Crave Instant Results
- We’re Pulled by Other Voices
- We’re Unsure He’s Really Good
- We’re Afraid of Where He’ll Take Us
Five Ways Jesus Leads:
1. He Leads Me When I Don’t Know What to Do
The Lord is my shepherd;I have all that I need. 2 He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams.
Psalms 23:1-2
2. He Restores Me When I’m Worn Out
He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.
Psalms 23:3
3. He Stays With Me When Life Falls Apart
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. Psalms 23:4
4. He Fights for Me When I Feel Attacked
You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings Psalms 23:5
5. He Brings Me Home When I Wonder Where I Belong
Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. Psalms 23:6
Next steps:
- Surrender Daily to the Shepherd’s Lead
- Name Your Valley and Invite Him In
- Return to the Table of Grace
- Make the Decision to Follow Jesus