Does any one really know what this means....
2006-10-02 05:16:21 · 10 answers · asked by Windwispers 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
He is your guide and keeper, your protection from dangerous chioces (conscience)
that although you might choose the wrong path his love and strength will be ther for you
he feeds you spirtually and loves you endlessly so that your joy and love overflows
You accept his love and believe that with it your life will continue to be better and know that you have a place in his home (heaven)
2006-10-02 05:29:11 · answer #1 · answered by mommakaye 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Remember, Jesus, our lord, is the good shepherd, who provides for his sheep -- true Christians. (John 10:11, 14)
The green pastures represent nourishment (primarily spiritual nourishment), and still waters are refreshment (John 4:14, 6:55).
Paths of righteousness are the good and right things to think, do and say; Jesus teaches us these things.
The valley of the shadow of death is this mortal life on earth. In the flesh we are doomed to die, and the earth is full of corruption. Yet, because God will not allow us to come to destruction (as long as we trust in him) we do not have to fear the things of this world, not even death (Revelation 2:10, Matthew 10:28, 31, Luke 12:32, 1 Corinthians 15:55).
His rod and staff represent his ultimate authority and power; therefore, we can trust in him to do what he proposes, with none to oppose him (Isaiah 43:12-13) -- and his purpose is to bring us to his Kingdom and eternal life.
As Jesus said, he goes to prepare a place for us in the Kingdom of God, and at the wedding supper of the Lord. (Matthew 22:1-14, Revelation 19:9, John 14:2-3)
Oil represents the holy spirit. We are anointed with the spirit of truth, power, a sound mind, and it is open to us to use unendingly.
"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." (Romans 8:28)
All these things teach us to trust in God, for he cares for us, and desires that we live with him in his Kingdom for ever, in peace and joy abundant.
2006-10-02 13:30:25 · answer #2 · answered by BC 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its telling us how much God loves us that he provides every thing we need but more it refers to Jesus being our Guide
Psalm 23
A psalm of David.
1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death, [a]
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.
Footnotes:
Psalm 23:4 Or through the darkest valley
2006-10-02 12:21:34 · answer #3 · answered by Mim 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
David is acknowledging that if he submits to the guidance of the Lord, all his needs will be taken care of. If he follows God's law, all will go well in his life. God knows what we need and will provide it for us. Trust in the Lord.
2006-10-02 12:23:54 · answer #4 · answered by BaseballGrrl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"the Lord is my shepherd i shall not want"...He restores my soul...
this is an allegory...King david as the sheep and the Lord as the shepherd...
it tells as about how the Lord provides for every need..food,protection,guidance....
this is true to every christian who love and seeks the Lord
2006-10-02 12:27:45 · answer #5 · answered by Ruthie B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is a complete lesson of God in a very short lesson.
Give me a minute to find my notes.
Ah, here it is.
"The Lord is my Shepherd"
The 23rd Psalm is acknowledging that God is as a shepherd over His flock and that He will always take care of us.
"I shall not want"
It promises us that we shall not be left without what we need in life to survive and that God will provide for us from His riches in Heaven; not according to our needs but according to His riches.
"He maketh me to lie down in green pastures"
"He leadeth me beside the still waters"
As above, the Lord will provide for us.
"He restoreth my soul"
No where else will you find this promise.
No matter what; God can restore, rebuild and return your immortal soul.
"He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name' sake"
So long as you do what is right in the eyes of the Lord, no one can fault you for what you do.
"Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me"
Again, God will protect us.
"Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me"
Rod comes from the Hebrew word "shevet" and originally referred to a "rod," "staff," "stick," or "piece of wood." The meaning has broadened to include metaphorical usages referring to the "sceptre" or "rod" which a ruler held as a symbol of authority.
In general "shevet" refers to the "rod", that is, the symbol of authority of anyone in charge.
Staff comes from the Hebrew word "misheneth" and derives from a verb which means "to lean on," "to trust in." This word, only used 11 times in the Bible, has both literal and figurative meanings.
The Hebrew word in Exodus 7:12 is "matteh," which is also translated as "rod" and "staff." The meaning is similar, in that it represents a symbol of authority.
Thus, we are comforted by knowing we are under the authority of God and can trust in Him.
"Thou preparest a table for me before mine enemies"
God will uphold the righteous and will reward us for our faithfulness so that everyone can see that the Lord loves us.
"Thou anointest my head with oil"
To anoint someone is to pour a blessing out on them.
"My cup runneth over"
God will give us many blessings and give us more than we need or even thought we would need.
"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life"
God will make our path clear so that we may continue to follow without hinderance.
"And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever"
Our eternal reward to look forward to after a lifetime of being a faithful servant to God.
2006-10-02 12:19:04 · answer #6 · answered by sworddove 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read it and then re-read it ans reflect upon it and the Lord will tell you what it is saying to you
2006-10-02 12:19:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
OUR SHEPARD CARES FOR US HE WILL NEVER LEAVE US OR FORSAKE US WE CAN DEPEND ON HIM IN GOOD TIMES AND IN BAD ONES WE CAN TRUST HIS TENDERNESS, COMPASSION, AND FAITHFULNESS.HE PROMISES TO BE WITH US ALWAYS, HE LOVES US SINCERELY, HE LONGS TO GIVE US HIS BEST. HOWEVER, WE CAN EXPECT TO RECEIVE IT ONLY WHEN WE ARE SUBMITTED TO HIS LEADERSHIP. THOSE WHO INSIST ON DOING THEIR OWN THING ARE SIMPLY NOT IN A POSITION TO RECEIVE MANY OF THE THINGS GOD WANTS THEM TO HAVE.
2006-10-02 12:34:03 · answer #8 · answered by sundaysundae2000 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's rather straight forward what don't you understand? Jim
2006-10-02 12:20:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
we are trusting God even when dying
He is with us through our whole lives
2006-10-02 12:19:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋