23 Because the Lord is my Shepherd, I have everything I need!
2-3 He lets me rest in the meadow grass and leads me beside the quiet streams. He gives me new strength. He helps me do what honors him the most.
4 Even when walking through the dark valley of death I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me, guarding, guiding all the way.[a]
5 You provide delicious food for me in the presence of my enemies. You have welcomed me as your guest;[b] blessings overflow!
6 Your goodness and unfailing kindness shall be with me all of my life, and afterwards I will live with you forever in your home.
Footnotes
- Psalm 23:4 guarding, guiding all the way, literally, “your rod and your staff comfort me.”
- Psalm 23:5 You have welcomed me as your guest, literally, “You have anointed my head with oil, my cup runs over.”